Too much lazy writing… honestly, I expected better considering the rating.Also, wasn’t the FL introduced as…
For anyone wondering what I mean by lazy writing, here’s just one example: A detective is being bribed to frame someone — plot twist, the entire conversation happens right next to the door of the room where that person is sitting. So they simply pull out their phone and record everything. I mean… come on.
There are plenty of moments like that, and it really takes away from the experience for me.
Too much lazy writing… honestly, I expected better considering the rating.
Also, wasn’t the FL introduced as a sociopath? She’s clearly written like a psychopath.
And judging by the way things are going, it feels like the FL will keep bouncing from one NPC male character to another until the finale. At this point, it’s obvious Jung Seo is the one who’ll eventually take her down. And please don’t tell me they’ll repeat the same cliché where she ends up with a girl from him—just like her mother did.
After binge-watching six episodes straight, I’m putting this on hold. I’ll wait for the drama to finish first.
Is there any romance between the leads, or is it more action fantasy? It's been a while since I watched Wu Lei…
If you're mainly interested in romance, you should definitely check out his previous dramas, as this new one is primarily an action-fantasy.
Since the last drama you saw was Our Times, you should consider checking out his newer dramas :
· Love Like The Galaxy (2022): A historical romance that many consider a masterpiece and arguably one of the best historical romance C-dramas ever made. · Nothing But You (2023): A sports-themed romance where the sport is a central part of the plot, featuring a slow-burn relationship. · Amidst a Snowstorm of Love (2024): Also a sports romance, but this one focuses more on the romantic relationship, with the sport serving as a beautiful backdrop.
Fingers crossed she gets it!!! Ning Yao is a really important character in the novel and very powerful too.Hopefully…
I am pretty sure I saw before that the filming would take 120 days 😌 but now I came across a video of Wu Lei being asked what genre he would like to try next, and his reply was : Can I finish filming The One first… it will take 5 months. So you are right... Hopefully it will come out next year...
Fingers crossed she gets it!!! Ning Yao is a really important character in the novel and very powerful too.Hopefully…
You absolutely should be! 😁 Wu Lei always delivers—that’s exactly why his dramas are so highly anticipated. So many actors and actresses have seen their careers soar after working with him, and Li Wanda truly has an incredible opportunity here.
Since this drama is action-heavy, her background in Tai Chi and her award in Baji Quan make her a perfect fit! If she brings that same dedication to her acting, she’s definitely on her way to becoming a major star.
As Zhao Jinmai once said, Wu Lei has a special talent for drawing out genuine emotions from his co-stars, so I have no doubt Wanda will be in great hands. Really excited for this one! 🔥
Filming is expected to take about four months. If all goes well, we might see the drama released in 2026. As for Li Wanda’s role, it might not be too large in this season—especially if the drama is planned as a trilogy. We’ll just have to wait and see!
It turns out I was right — the main cast for The One is exactly the same lineup I mentioned a few months ago 😁
Leading Cast: Wu Lei, Li Wanda, Zhang Zhen (Chang Chen) Special Starring: Yang Xizi, Xia Meng, Li Zhiliang, Huang Minghao Guest Appearance: Jia Bing Special Appearances: Peter Ho, Wu Yue, Qiu Xinzhi, Xu Jiaqi, Lin Qiunan, and others
What stands out is that the female leads are all around Wu Lei’s age or younger — they might not be “big traffic names,” but they are undeniably talented. Both Yang Xizi and Xia Meng studied at the Beijing Film Academy, just like Wu Lei.
As for Li Wanda, she seems like the perfect fit for the heroine — a fierce and graceful swordmaster. Instead of casting someone with little martial arts experience, the production went for someone who’s already proven her skill. She previously underwent intensive Tai Chi training for a role and even won prize in Baji Quan at the Beijing International Wushu Invitational — that’s impressive!
While some might see the absence of a major “traffic actress” as a risk, I actually think it’s a strength. With Wu Lei leading, there’s full confidence in both his talent and his ability to choose meaningful, high-quality projects — and history shows his dramas always deliver.
All in all, I’m beyond excited for this one. Something tells me this might just be the beginning of a trilogy-level masterpiece. 🔥
It turns out I was right — the main cast for The One is exactly the same lineup I mentioned a few months ago 😁
Leading Cast: Wu Lei, Li Wanda, Zhang Zhen (Chang Chen) Special Starring: Yang Xizi, Xia Meng, Li Zhiliang, Huang Minghao Guest Appearance: Jia Bing Special Appearances: Peter Ho, Wu Yue, Qiu Xinzhi, Xu Jiaqi, Lin Qiunan, and others
What stands out is that the female leads are all around Wu Lei’s age or younger — they might not be “big traffic names,” but they are undeniably talented. Both Yang Xizi and Xia Meng studied at the Beijing Film Academy, just like Wu Lei.
As for Li Wanda, she seems like the perfect fit for the heroine — a fierce and graceful swordmaster. Instead of casting someone with little martial arts experience, the production went for someone who’s already proven her skill. She previously underwent intensive Tai Chi training for a role and even won prize in Baji Quan at the Beijing International Wushu Invitational — that’s impressive!
While some might see the absence of a major “traffic actress” as a risk, I actually think it’s a strength. With Wu Lei leading, there’s full confidence in both his talent and his ability to choose meaningful, high-quality projects — and history shows his dramas always deliver.
All in all, I’m beyond excited for this one. Something tells me this might just be the beginning of a trilogy-level masterpiece. 🔥
Wu Lei new drama was officially announced, and here's Wulei introduction of the story for investors at Tencent vision conference.
“Hello, i’m actor Wu Lei. i am very happy to be standing here today with director zhang chiyu to recommend the project of Jian Lai to everyone. Jian Lai written by Fenghuo Xi Zhuhou is the big ip we borrowed. it is also a donghua loved by many. through this business conference, i hope customers and investors will get a better understanding of the story.
The story unfolds in a seemingly ordinary town but in truth on the verge of collapse. as various powers begin making their moves in, a young man named Chen Ping’An raised in its narrow alleys finds himself trapped within the town’s cage. he fights against fate with the heart of a child and eventually carves out a path of survival.
And me, i am portraying this story’s Chen Ping’An.”
A young man from a humble alley refuses to be caged and takes up the sword to change his fate. Fearless and unafraid, he cuts through every obstacle, carving his own path to success.
Producer and Director: 张吃鱼 Starring: Wu Lei Producers: Tencent Video, 开心麻花影业, 新丽电影
Do we know who lead actress is? Is it Lee Wanda? Or Zhang Xueying? I'm a little confused.
For now, it’s still the same rumored cast I mentioned a couple of months ago: Wu Lei, Zhang Zhen, Li Wanda, Yang Xizi, and Xia Meng.
There’s no official confirmation yet, but since the booting ceremony has been scheduled, we should get the cast announcement in the next few days — maybe even as soon as tomorrow.
I’ll report it as soon as it’s confirmed, but honestly, what I’m most excited about right now is that Wu Lei is finally coming back to dramas — and with a big project! 🔥
A detective is being bribed to frame someone — plot twist, the entire conversation happens right next to the door of the room where that person is sitting. So they simply pull out their phone and record everything. I mean… come on.
There are plenty of moments like that, and it really takes away from the experience for me.
Also, wasn’t the FL introduced as a sociopath? She’s clearly written like a psychopath.
And judging by the way things are going, it feels like the FL will keep bouncing from one NPC male character to another until the finale. At this point, it’s obvious Jung Seo is the one who’ll eventually take her down. And please don’t tell me they’ll repeat the same cliché where she ends up with a girl from him—just like her mother did.
After binge-watching six episodes straight, I’m putting this on hold. I’ll wait for the drama to finish first.
Since the last drama you saw was Our Times, you should consider checking out his newer dramas :
· Love Like The Galaxy (2022): A historical romance that many consider a masterpiece and arguably one of the best historical romance C-dramas ever made.
· Nothing But You (2023): A sports-themed romance where the sport is a central part of the plot, featuring a slow-burn relationship.
· Amidst a Snowstorm of Love (2024): Also a sports romance, but this one focuses more on the romantic relationship, with the sport serving as a beautiful backdrop.
Since this drama is action-heavy, her background in Tai Chi and her award in Baji Quan make her a perfect fit! If she brings that same dedication to her acting, she’s definitely on her way to becoming a major star.
As Zhao Jinmai once said, Wu Lei has a special talent for drawing out genuine emotions from his co-stars, so I have no doubt Wanda will be in great hands. Really excited for this one! 🔥
Filming is expected to take about four months. If all goes well, we might see the drama released in 2026. As for Li Wanda’s role, it might not be too large in this season—especially if the drama is planned as a trilogy. We’ll just have to wait and see!
Leading Cast: Wu Lei, Li Wanda, Zhang Zhen (Chang Chen)
Special Starring: Yang Xizi, Xia Meng, Li Zhiliang, Huang Minghao
Guest Appearance: Jia Bing
Special Appearances: Peter Ho, Wu Yue, Qiu Xinzhi, Xu Jiaqi, Lin Qiunan, and others
What stands out is that the female leads are all around Wu Lei’s age or younger — they might not be “big traffic names,” but they are undeniably talented. Both Yang Xizi and Xia Meng studied at the Beijing Film Academy, just like Wu Lei.
As for Li Wanda, she seems like the perfect fit for the heroine — a fierce and graceful swordmaster. Instead of casting someone with little martial arts experience, the production went for someone who’s already proven her skill. She previously underwent intensive Tai Chi training for a role and even won prize in Baji Quan at the Beijing International Wushu Invitational — that’s impressive!
If you want to see her in action, check this out 👇
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooHq5zrAecI
While some might see the absence of a major “traffic actress” as a risk, I actually think it’s a strength. With Wu Lei leading, there’s full confidence in both his talent and his ability to choose meaningful, high-quality projects — and history shows his dramas always deliver.
All in all, I’m beyond excited for this one. Something tells me this might just be the beginning of a trilogy-level masterpiece. 🔥
Leading Cast: Wu Lei, Li Wanda, Zhang Zhen (Chang Chen)
Special Starring: Yang Xizi, Xia Meng, Li Zhiliang, Huang Minghao
Guest Appearance: Jia Bing
Special Appearances: Peter Ho, Wu Yue, Qiu Xinzhi, Xu Jiaqi, Lin Qiunan, and others
What stands out is that the female leads are all around Wu Lei’s age or younger — they might not be “big traffic names,” but they are undeniably talented. Both Yang Xizi and Xia Meng studied at the Beijing Film Academy, just like Wu Lei.
As for Li Wanda, she seems like the perfect fit for the heroine — a fierce and graceful swordmaster. Instead of casting someone with little martial arts experience, the production went for someone who’s already proven her skill. She previously underwent intensive Tai Chi training for a role and even won prize in Baji Quan at the Beijing International Wushu Invitational — that’s impressive!
If you want to see her in action, check this out 👇
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooHq5zrAecI
While some might see the absence of a major “traffic actress” as a risk, I actually think it’s a strength. With Wu Lei leading, there’s full confidence in both his talent and his ability to choose meaningful, high-quality projects — and history shows his dramas always deliver.
All in all, I’m beyond excited for this one. Something tells me this might just be the beginning of a trilogy-level masterpiece. 🔥
“Hello, i’m actor Wu Lei. i am very happy to be standing here today with director zhang chiyu to recommend the project of Jian Lai to everyone. Jian Lai written by Fenghuo Xi Zhuhou is the big ip we borrowed. it is also a donghua loved by many. through this business conference, i hope customers and investors will get a better understanding of the story.
The story unfolds in a seemingly ordinary town but in truth on the verge of collapse. as various powers begin making their moves in, a young man named Chen Ping’An raised in its narrow alleys finds himself trapped within the town’s cage. he fights against fate with the heart of a child and eventually carves out a path of survival.
And me, i am portraying this story’s Chen Ping’An.”
A young man from a humble alley refuses to be caged and takes up the sword to change his fate. Fearless and unafraid, he cuts through every obstacle, carving his own path to success.
Producer and Director: 张吃鱼
Starring: Wu Lei
Producers: Tencent Video, 开心麻花影业, 新丽电影
There’s no official confirmation yet, but since the booting ceremony has been scheduled, we should get the cast announcement in the next few days — maybe even as soon as tomorrow.
I’ll report it as soon as it’s confirmed, but honestly, what I’m most excited about right now is that Wu Lei is finally coming back to dramas — and with a big project! 🔥
The opening ceremony for Wu Lei's new drama will be held on November 10, 2025