Be Yourself
机智的上半场
Completed · Premiered 2021-08-18 · 24 episodes
About this drama
Four distinct young women begin their journey at university, navigating the complexities of shared dormitory life while studying journalism. As they face academic challenges and personal growth, they support each other through family conflicts and evolving romantic relationships. Together, they transform from naive freshmen into mature young adults, discovering their true identities and the strength of their friendship during their formative college years.
Where to watch
- Youku · Official title pageAvailability varies by region; check the platform.
Cast
Directed by Li Zhi, Liu Bowen
- Shen Yue as Xia Langlang
- Zhang Ruonan as Huangfu Shumin
- Vivienne Tien as Fan Xiaoyu
- Zhang Xin-yi as Yang Jiaqian
Your Watchlist
Your personal rating (optional)
Saved in this browser only. Nothing is sent to a server.
Should I watch?
- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Romance carries the main plot
Story traits
- Romance
- 7 / 10
- Angst
- 4 / 10
- Comedy
- 8 / 10
- Pacing
- 7 / 10
Traits and editorial notes are researched from published sources with AI assistance and editorially checked (how we review).
Tags
- Comedy
- Drama
- Romance
- Slow burn
Ending
Ending classification & spoiler details (optional reveal)
Reveals the ending classification (happy, sad, bittersweet or open) and ending details if available.
C-dramas like Be Yourself
Falling into Your Smile · 2021 · 31 episodes · Match 98/100
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Modern setting, like Be Yourself
Hidden Love · 2023 · 25 episodes · Match 97/100
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Modern setting, like Be Yourself
Don't Leave After School · 2021 · 24 episodes · Match 97/100
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Modern setting, like Be Yourself
You Are My Glory · 2021 · 32 episodes · Match 97/100
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Modern setting, like Be Yourself
So Funny Youth · 2022 · 24 episodes · Match 97/100
- Assessed as having no love triangle
- Assessed as having a strong female lead
- Modern setting, like Be Yourself
Ranked by traits in common with Be Yourself: setting, genres, tropes and editorial dimensions. A fit index, not a quality score, and the same for everyone.