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- Time of India
Chinese series 'Reborn' trends with huge fan base - is it available for Indian audiences? Here's what we know
Following its simultaneous release in China and around the world, the Chinese drama Reborn has attracted extensive internet discussions. The series, starring Zhang Jingyi and Zhou Yiran, showcased the story of a teenage girl who relocates with her family from a calm rural hamlet to a metropolitan city.
Her new life in the city, however, is shadowed by troubling rumours about her older sister's history, including a turbulent upbringing and an AIDS-related death. As the protagonist looks for answers, she uncovers a complex web of secrets and an unnerving truth that calls into question all she thought she knew.
A powerful female-led creative team
Reborn, directed by Liu Ziwei and co-written by Qian Jingjing and Xu Ziyuan - all female creators - has been a talking point online not just for its captivating plot, but also for its deeper commentary on the status and problems of women in today's society.
Viewers have commended the show for going beyond surface-level narrative to explore topics of gender, stigma, and emotional resilience. Many netizens have praised its capacity to disrupt standard narratives, describing it as thought-provoking and refreshingly bold in its perspective.
Breaking the mold of traditional youth dramas
While most coming-of-age shows center on romance or academic stress, Reborn deftly combines campus life with suspense and psychological depth. According to critic Zhao Jianyi, the show is notable for its frank presentation of teenage suffering and defiance of genre conventions, providing a raw and compelling depiction of growing up.
Where can Indian fans watch this C-drama?
Reborn is available for streaming on Rakuten Viki with subtitles in five languages, including English, Spanish, and Portuguese, making it accessible to a wide international audience. The drama has received an impressive 9.5 out of 10 rating on the platform, a testament to its growing global popularity and strong viewer engagement.
