The Brightest Star in the Sky


The Brightest Star in the Sky is a 2019 Chinese web series starring Huang Zitao and Janice Wu. It is a coming-of-age story featuring love, friendship, and music, set in the backdrop of the musical industry. It aired on Tencent, iQiyi, and Youku from March 25 to May 6, 2019.

Synopsis

Star Entertainment is the top entertainment agency in China. It was set up by a couple, Cheng Tianhao and Du Wanqing, who eventually separated due to differing beliefs in managing the company.
Yang Zhenzhen is an aspiring young girl with a passion for music. She joined Starry Sky Entertainment and was assigned as Zheng Boxu's assistant. Boxu is a popular idol who is arrogant and unruly. With the help of Zhenzhen, who helped him correct his flaws and unleash his potential, Boxu slowly transforms into a talented singer. In the process, Zhenzhen also gains experience and becomes a capable idol manager. At the same time, Du Wanqing is also grooming a singer, Yu Zirui, who shapes up to become Boxu's biggest competitor yet.

Cast

The drama was filmed from June 16, 2017 to October 9, 2017. A 4000 square meter set was built from scratch for the drama. The drama was filmed in Beijing, Los Angeles, Ensenada, Baja California, and Cancún.
Huang Zitao acts as the music director of the drama.

Soundtrack

Opening Song: Beggar by Huang Zitao
Ending Song: 好不好 by Huang Zitao
Other Songs used in the drama:
Reluctantly by Huang Zitao
Expose by Huang Zitao
Collateral Love by Huang Zitao
Promise by Huang Zitao

Awards and nominations