When Fantasy Meets Love in a Historical Drama
Imagine waking up as the villainess in your favorite romance novel. That’s the wild starting point of Eternal Night Galaxy: Secret Love Mission, a new hit costume drama premiering exclusively on U-NEXT December 3. Alongside the streaming release, the drama will also launch on DVD the same day.
Starring Fan-Favorite Duo Yu Shuxin & Ding Yuxi
If the names Yu Shuxin and Ding Yuxi ring a bell, it’s because they were the beloved couple in Moonlight, and now they’re back with even more chemistry. Yu Shuxin plays Lin Miaomiao, a modern woman who suddenly finds herself reincarnated as a notorious noblewoman inside a novel. Her mission? Raise the affection of the male lead to a perfect 100% if she ever wants to return to the real world. No pressure.
Ding Yuxi slips into the role of Mu Sheng, a tsundere (cold-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside type) who goes from treating Miaomiao like a nuisance to stealing hearts with his warm gaze. Oh, and there’s a surprise: this time around, he’s got a protective older brother streak that kicks the drama (and the cute moments) up a notch.
Fantasy, Romance, and a Dash of Misadventure
The story unfolds like a rollercoaster—a dreamy yet dizzying mix of comedic romance, magical quests, mistaken identities, and tangled relationships. Our OTP (One True Pairing) goes from hand-holding under moonlight to falling victim to potion-induced confessions. Just when their hearts are finally syncing, another suitor throws a wrench into their slow-burn love story.
Subcouples, Side Missions, and Epic World-Building
Beyond Miaomiao and Mu Sheng, another love story quietly steals the spotlight. Mu Yao, Mu Sheng’s adopted sister and a badass demon-hunter played by the radiant Ju Jingyi, finds herself caught between duty and love with the gentlemanly Liu Fuyi (played by rising star Yang Xize). They’re so beloved, fans demanded a spin-off—and got a travel-themed variety special featuring their in-drama squad, the “Four Bamboo Warriors.” Adorable and fierce.
Mix in breathtaking visuals, game-style worldbuilding, and characters laden with tragic pasts and tightly woven destinies, and you’ve got storytelling that’s as addictive as boba on a rainy night.
From Viral Success to Cult Devotion
Backed by the dream team behind Love Between Fairy and Devil, the drama isn’t just pretty faces and poofy sleeves. It’s racking up jaw-dropping numbers: 9.3 stars on Weibo, cracked 30,000 heat index on Tencent Video, and snagged the #1 spot on 2024’s annual streaming drama charts via Maoyan.
Magical Friends, Mystical Foes, and a Secret Truth
From rescuing mischievous spirit creatures to duking it out with ancient evildoers, each twist reveals more than just plot—it deepens the emotional ties between the characters. One highlight is the pint-sized spirit creature named Sui Sui, a bamboo-child sidekick who joins their adventure and promptly steals every scene.
As the story races toward its conclusion, viewers find themselves caught in a cinematic whirlwind full of comedy, swordplay, court conspiracies, and surprisingly soulful flashbacks. Oh, and that final twist? Pack tissues.
The Verdict
Whether you’re in it for the slow-burn romance, the fierce female friendships, or the fantasy-meets-feels energy, Eternal Night Galaxy delivers. So set your alarms for December 3, because this is one drama you’ll want to binge before the spoilers hit.
