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| Glory Cast Talk Sparks Buzz as Guli Nazha and Zhao Jiamin Open Up About the Rong Sisters (Photo: Weibo) |
When a costume drama sparks discussion beyond the screen, you know it has struck a nerve. Since its late-December 2025 premiere, Glory (玉茗茶骨) has steadily built momentum, and now the spotlight is firmly on the Rong sisters. A recent interview featuring Gulinazha and Savoki Zhao Jiamin didn’t just lift the curtain on filming stories, it also reignited fan debates about sisterhood, rivalry, and the surprisingly deep emotional layers behind the drama’s most intense moments.
At the centre of Glory is the complex relationship within the Rong family, especially between the eldest sister Rong Shanbao and the fourth sister Rong Yunyin. One is calm, sharp, and instinctively protective, while the other is emotionally driven, rebellious, and constantly searching for affection. Their push-and-pull dynamic has become one of the drama’s most talked-about elements, giving viewers something far richer than a standard family conflict storyline.
During the January 14, 2026 episode of the interview programme Star Colleague (Xing Tongshi), both actresses reflected on how viewers have reacted to the sisters as a group.
Fans have coined the nickname “完颜团” (Wányán tuán), a term rooted in history but reinterpreted online to describe the sisters’ striking visuals, clashing personalities, and constant sparks. Rather than suggesting unity, the phrase highlights contrast, tension, and individuality, which arguably fits the drama even better.
Nazha laughed at how viewers keep praising the sisters’ appearances, saying audiences often comment that every sister stands out in her own way. Zhao Jiamin echoed the sentiment, noting that each character has a different kind of charm, making it easy for viewers to pick favourites without dismissing the rest.
Unsurprisingly, the conversation also drifted towards fan-created pairings. Zhao Jiamin mentioned that some netizens have taken creativity to another level, including highly abstract pairings that were never intended to be romantic.
GuliNazha added that she and Zhao Jiamin themselves have somehow become a popular pairing, joking that while their characters clash constantly, they are actually the most “by-the-book” duo.
When asked which pairings they would support or break apart, Zhao Jiamin was clear about backing the more meaningful connections while laughing off the stranger combinations that emerged online.
The most emotionally resonant part of the interview, however, was their discussion of the bond between the eldest and fourth sisters. Nazha explained that Yunyin’s rebellion stems from emotional neglect rather than defiance alone.
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Every line about not being loved enough was intentionally painful, but subtly so, allowing the character to keep pushing back instead of softening too soon. Zhao Jiamin admitted that watching those scenes later made her realise how much patience and care Nazha brought into their interactions, both on-screen and off-screen, especially during difficult takes.
Away from the cameras, the cast atmosphere appears far warmer than the tense world portrayed in Glory. Zhao Jiamin shared her close relationship with Cheng Xiao, describing it less like co-stars and more like family.
Their long-standing friendship, built from years of training and performing together, naturally translated into relaxed chemistry on set. Nazha also played a quiet leadership role, often offering encouragement and stability during emotionally demanding scenes, helping the sisterhood feel believable rather than forced.
Fans and netizens have reacted in varied ways. Some praised the interview for confirming what they already felt while watching, that the emotional weight between the sisters wasn’t accidental.
Others focused on the lighter moments, enjoying how the actresses teased unusual fan pairings and shared playful behind-the-scenes habits.
There were also viewers who said the interview helped them better understand Yunyin’s behaviour, shifting opinions from frustration to empathy. Of course, debates still continue over favourite sisters, best dynamics, and which relationships deserve more screen time.
In the end, what this interview really did was blur the line between fiction and reality in the best way possible. The warmth, trust, and humour shared by the cast off-screen have clearly shaped the intensity of the Rong sisters on-screen.
If you’re following Glory, which sister’s story hits you the hardest, and did this interview change how you see their conflicts?