The premiere of the drama series "Battle Through the Heaven" has ignited a heated discussion among netizens regarding Wang Xiu Zhu's portrayal of the Medusa Queen. In the original work, Medusa is the queen of the Serpent Empire in the Gamma Empire, characterized by her pride, coldness, and seemingly ferocious yet kind-hearted nature, combining gentleness with unwavering strength.

In "Battle Through the Heaven," Wang Xiu Zhu takes on the role of the Medusa Queen. While many may find Wang Xiu Zhu unfamiliar, as soon as her previous roles are mentioned, she becomes instantly recognizable. Wang Xiu Zhu, born in 1993, made her official debut in 2014 with the drama "Just Love." Over the years, she has appeared in numerous series such as "Fireworks," "Eternal Love," "Master of Mystery," "You from the Ocean," "Young and Restless," "Youth Fight," "Five Elements Clan," "Rain, Rain, Fire," "Please Call Me Director," and "The Name of Ice and Snow."

In the drama, her character She Cai Lin still exudes a dominant aura when dealing with others, remaining largely consistent with the original work, except for a slight decrease in strength. In terms of presence alone, Wang Xiu Zhu is undoubtedly capable of shouldering the role of the Medusa Queen. However, when interacting with Xiao Yan, She Cai Lin undergoes a transformation, displaying a coquettish and occasionally tender side, unexpectedly indulging in moments of feminine charm.

Although this portrayal differs significantly from the original depiction of the Medusa Queen, it actually brings her character closer to reality. The interactions between her and Xiao Yan also add a touch of sweetness. The stark contrast between Medusa's different personas, both internally and externally, has become a major highlight of the series. While Liu Yan may have been a more faithful physical representation of the original character, her aura does not align with that of the queen.

As the saying goes, reading a book, manga, watching an animation, and watching a TV drama are all different experiences. It is challenging for live-action adaptations to fully capture the essence of characters from literary works, and finding a similar actor is even more difficult. Therefore, let's not get caught up in debates about who would have been a better fit. Instead, let's enjoy the drama wholeheartedly. What do you think?