ever since it started airing in mid-April.and Zhao Lusi, was first accused of plagiarising another popular period dramaafter netizens spotted similarities in the storyline, script and shooting styles between the two shows.
Judging by how realistic the scene looked, the blogger noted that it is unlikely that a fake horse was used and that the animal probably broke its neck shooting that “cruel” scene.The post sparked heated discussions among netizens, who took to social media to slam the producers of the drama.
While there is still no word from the production team, the company that supplies the horses has come forward to clarify the matter.