China granny loves TV dramas so much she smashes telly when beloved characters are wronged

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Alice YanJanuary 25, 2026 at 02:00 AM

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A 91-year-old grandmother in Dalian, Liaoning province, China, has gained online attention for her intense reactions to TV dramas. Videos shared by her granddaughter show her passionately engaging with the shows, particularly the historical romance "Lost You Forever" and the suspenseful "Mysterious Lotus Casebook." She becomes so invested in the characters' fates that she yells at the television and even hits the screen when she perceives injustice. Watching TV dramas is her favorite pastime, occupying her free time at home. Her outbursts, including threats to call the police on villainous characters, have amused internet users.

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Xianfeng News 40% Liu 50% Chang Xiang Si (Lost You Forever) 60% Lian Hua Lou (Mysterious Lotus Casebook) 60% Liaoning province 70% Dalian 70% China 90%

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South China Morning Post

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China

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