Awww. Well, whatever happens will happen. He said earlier this year(either in Jan or Feb) that he's thinking he'll…
Okay, this is what I heard: "Sword of Coming," also known as "The One," wasn’t announced during the Tencent Video Conference due to major internal changes, and it will likely be postponed. The platform is reportedly very anxious now, fearing they may not be able to lock in Wu Lei's schedule for much longer.
As for the internal change, it seems that one party in the production requested an increase in their investment proportion, but there was disagreement over it.
Okay, this is what I heard: "Sword of Coming," also known as "The One," wasn’t announced during the Tencent Video Conference due to major internal changes, and it will likely be postponed. The platform is reportedly very anxious now, fearing they may not be able to lock in Wu Lei's schedule for much longer.
As for the internal change, it seems that one party in the production requested an increase in their investment proportion, but there was disagreement over it.
Okay, this is what I heard : "Sword of Coming" aka "The One" was not announced during Tencent Video Conference because of major internal changes, and it will probably be postponed. The platform is very anxious now, fearing that it will not be able to lock Wu Lei time for a long time...
Concerning the internet changes, apparently one party in the production requested an increase in investment proportion, but there was disagreement.
One of the most underrated actresses. I wish she would do more dramas
While I understand why some might *feel* Ni Ni is underrated—especially if they’re outside China—the data and industry recognition tell a different story. She’s actually one of China’s most celebrated actresses:
- Award-Winning Talent: Debuted in Zhang Yimou’s *The Flowers of War* (2011), winning Best New Performer at the Asian Film Awards, and recently took home the Golden Deer Award (2023) for *Lost in the Stars*.
- Box Office Dominance: Her films gross massively (*Lost in the Stars* earned **¥3.5B/$483M** in 2023).
- Global Influence: A Gucci ambassador since 2017 and face of Lancôme/Tiffany & Co.—brands that only partner with top-tier stars. - Critical Acclaim: Lead roles in hits like *The Rise of Phoenixes* (Douban 8.1) and consistent award nominations (Golden Rooster, Magnolia).
Her work isn’t ‘underrated’; it’s **highly respected within China and increasingly recognized worldwide**. If anything, she’s proof that talent + hustle *does* get its due! 🙌
Concerning dramas, it's a personal choice, she works on movies much more than dramas. Good news, two dramas of her were confirmed today in Tencent Conference, so I am looking forward to watch them when they will come out.
Awww. Well, whatever happens will happen. He said earlier this year(either in Jan or Feb) that he's thinking he'll…
Yes, he mentioned that he would take on at least one project this year—he said this during an interview with Youko, which I shared in the comments earlier.
I was under the impression that the schedule I saw was official, though it might not have been. That said, he did attend the other events listed on it, and they were all film-related.
To be honest, I’ve been quietly optimistic for several months that a drama starring him would be announced at the Tencent Video Conference. But I held back from saying anything publicly to avoid raising false expectations. My optimism came from his meeting with Tencent representatives, where he was reportedly offered two dramas—one of them being The One. I even saw footage of him leaving the meeting with his mother.
Just recently, I came across another rumor about a different drama also set to be produced by Tencent.
So, let’s wait and hope for a drama confirmation soon.
Thank you for sharing.And that June 23: Tencent Video Conference...hmmm....
Well, It's Tencent Video Conference, during the event several Tencent dramas will be announced (including the one linked to Wu Lei). Since he is attending the event, that's an indication that most likely he has a project that will be announced, we will see!
I am tired of rumors, I just want something to be officially announced. :D
Wu Lei underwent special training to be able to hold his breath underwater for 4 minutes, which is truly a testament to his dedication, isn't it? But what's truly mind-blowing is that he previously had a phobia of the deep sea! So, not only did he master diving and maintain a single-digit body fat percentage after hundreds of days of intensive training, but he also overcame his phobia in the process.
Wu Lei underwent special training to be able to hold his breath underwater for 4 minutes, which is truly a testament to his dedication, isn't it? But what's truly mind-blowing is that he previously had a phobia of the deep sea! So, not only did he master diving and maintain a single-digit body fat percentage after hundreds of days of intensive training, but he also overcame his phobia in the process.
Still just rumors at this point. Not confirmed yet, right?
There’s been an update since my last comment.
Loreina was spotted at Tencent’s Beijing HQ on June 3 for script readings. And The One’s official Weibo account was created on May 28, 2025. I’m not saying anything, but maybe—just maybe—xD
By the way, people new to C-Drama might not know that she’s actually a friend of Wu Lei. She wasn’t just his classmate at Beijing Film Academy, she was his deskmate.
Beijing Film Academy is the most prestigious arts college in China. When they graduated, Wu Lei ranked first in the country, and Song Zuer ranked third (first among female students).
Guan Xiaotong considers Wu Lei her “best friend”—maybe her only friend. In one show, guests were asked to bring a friend, and she invited Wu Lei. She said that if he didn’t come, she honestly wouldn’t know who else to ask. That says a lot, especially considering how famous she is. Public and private lives really can be worlds apart. I haven’t seen Wu Lei with any other actress more than her. They’ve attended so many events together. It probably felt “safe” for him back then since she had a boyfriend—but now that she doesn’t… we’ll see if there will be no rumors xD.
After Guan Xiaotong, Loreina is definitely the actress I've seen Wu Lei with the most, which makes sense given what I mentioned earlier. And there are even more cute and funny videos of the two of them out there.
Wu Lei - yes! Tian Xiwei - really? Dang but Im disappointed!
For the actresses rumored to be in the running for this role alongside Xian Tiwei, let me first outline the key factors influencing casting decisions, then I’ll go over fan polls and the current rumored names:
Ning Yao’s Traits A lethal swordmaster with a hidden vulnerability—casting will likely focus on actresses who can handle both physical action (swordplay) and portray emotional restraint convincingly.
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Key Influencing Factors Fan Campaigns: Zhao Jinmai and Zhou Ye are leading on Weibo polls, while Yang Chaoyue’s fanbase is actively lobbying the producers.
Production Demands: The role requires several months of martial arts training. Some actresses may decline due to scheduling conflicts.
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Rumored Contenders for Ning Yao
1. Zhao Jinmai (赵今麦) Why Rumored? Leaked casting lists from Tencent suggest she’s a candidate thanks to her strong action-drama credentials.
2. Yang Chaoyue (杨超越) Why Rumored? Industry insiders claim Tencent is considering her for her enormous fanbase, despite criticism of her acting (e.g., The Journey of Chongzi).
3. Liu Haocun (刘浩存) Why Rumored? Known for her dance background, which may be advantageous for choreographed fight scenes.
4. Wang Churan (王楚然) Why Rumored? Reported as a backup choice in studio leaks—valued for her elegance, though her lack of action experience may be a concern.
5. An unnamed "top-tier actress" Why Rumored? Some Weibo sources suggest Tencent might bring in a surprise A-lister (e.g., Dilraba), though budget negotiations are reportedly ongoing.
So, nothing is confirmed yet. As long as Wu Lei is attached, I’m excited—whoever ends up playing Ning Yao just needs to do justice to the role.
"Sword of Coming," also known as "The One," wasn’t announced during the Tencent Video Conference due to major internal changes, and it will likely be postponed. The platform is reportedly very anxious now, fearing they may not be able to lock in Wu Lei's schedule for much longer.
As for the internal change, it seems that one party in the production requested an increase in their investment proportion, but there was disagreement over it.
"Sword of Coming," also known as "The One," wasn’t announced during the Tencent Video Conference due to major internal changes, and it will likely be postponed. The platform is reportedly very anxious now, fearing they may not be able to lock in Wu Lei's schedule for much longer.
As for the internal change, it seems that one party in the production requested an increase in their investment proportion, but there was disagreement over it.
"Sword of Coming" aka "The One" was not announced during Tencent Video Conference because of major internal changes, and it will probably be postponed. The platform is very anxious now, fearing that it will not be able to lock Wu Lei time for a long time...
Concerning the internet changes, apparently one party in the production requested an increase in investment proportion, but there was disagreement.
- Award-Winning Talent:
Debuted in Zhang Yimou’s *The Flowers of War* (2011), winning Best New Performer at the Asian Film Awards, and recently took home the Golden Deer Award (2023) for *Lost in the Stars*.
- Box Office Dominance:
Her films gross massively (*Lost in the Stars* earned **¥3.5B/$483M** in 2023).
- Global Influence:
A Gucci ambassador since 2017 and face of Lancôme/Tiffany & Co.—brands that only partner with top-tier stars.
- Critical Acclaim: Lead roles in hits like *The Rise of Phoenixes* (Douban 8.1) and consistent award nominations (Golden Rooster, Magnolia).
Her work isn’t ‘underrated’; it’s **highly respected within China and increasingly recognized worldwide**. If anything, she’s proof that talent + hustle *does* get its due! 🙌
Concerning dramas, it's a personal choice, she works on movies much more than dramas. Good news, two dramas of her were confirmed today in Tencent Conference, so I am looking forward to watch them when they will come out.
If you ask me, he should have received years ago
I was under the impression that the schedule I saw was official, though it might not have been. That said, he did attend the other events listed on it, and they were all film-related.
To be honest, I’ve been quietly optimistic for several months that a drama starring him would be announced at the Tencent Video Conference. But I held back from saying anything publicly to avoid raising false expectations. My optimism came from his meeting with Tencent representatives, where he was reportedly offered two dramas—one of them being The One. I even saw footage of him leaving the meeting with his mother.
Just recently, I came across another rumor about a different drama also set to be produced by Tencent.
So, let’s wait and hope for a drama confirmation soon.
https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1933848512019722240/vid/avc1/720x1280/CGVffZTc6krPwQnn.mp4
I am tired of rumors, I just want something to be officially announced. :D
At the moment, the word on the street is that the FL is Liu Hao Cun. We will see how that will turn out.
And I would be shocked if Wu Lei isn't the ML.
Also, I may be reading too much into this, but I think he confirmed the role indirectly few days ago :
https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1931897015505448960/vid/avc1/720x1280/H6NC2D4di5f0utF1.mp4
It looks like he is already channeling the energy of the “rumored role”... 👌
He is smart and knows what he is doing or maybe he is just being playful with his sister
https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1932623157682475008/vid/avc1/1560x720/cKzWrXPT06canPGE.mp4
Wu Lei underwent special training to be able to hold his breath underwater for 4 minutes, which is truly a testament to his dedication, isn't it? But what's truly mind-blowing is that he previously had a phobia of the deep sea! So, not only did he master diving and maintain a single-digit body fat percentage after hundreds of days of intensive training, but he also overcame his phobia in the process.
Wu Lei underwent special training to be able to hold his breath underwater for 4 minutes, which is truly a testament to his dedication, isn't it? But what's truly mind-blowing is that he previously had a phobia of the deep sea! So, not only did he master diving and maintain a single-digit body fat percentage after hundreds of days of intensive training, but he also overcame his phobia in the process.
Here's Wu Lei schedule 🔥🔥🔥
✓June 13: Weibo Movie Night
Red Carpet & Main Event
✓June 14: Shanghai International Film Festival
Opening Ceremony - Red Carpet & Main Event
✓June 18: Douyin Movie Wonderful Night
Red Carpet & Main Event
✓June 22: Shanghai International Film Festival
Closing Ceremony - Red Carpet & Main Event
✓June 23: Tencent Video Conference 👀
Hopefully, it will turn out that Wu Lei accepted the role then I will deal with whomever the female lead will bdme xD
Loreina was spotted at Tencent’s Beijing HQ on June 3 for script readings. And The One’s official Weibo account was created on May 28, 2025. I’m not saying anything, but maybe—just maybe—xD
By the way, people new to C-Drama might not know that she’s actually a friend of Wu Lei. She wasn’t just his classmate at Beijing Film Academy, she was his deskmate.
Beijing Film Academy is the most prestigious arts college in China. When they graduated, Wu Lei ranked first in the country, and Song Zuer ranked third (first among female students).
Class photo with their teacher:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ETaBvcwU8AAZTpZ?format=jpg&name=medium
Both of them in university (short film):
https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1930894302508679168/vid/avc1/1280x718/cmIBiTGn5y2ALU8K.mp4
That time Song Zuer reminded Wu Lei during an interview about a school assignment that was due:
Loreina: “Oh Wu Lei! Have you done your paper? 3! 3000 words! It’s due Thursday—tomorrow!” 🤣
Wu Lei: “What?! It’s due on Thursday?!”
https://video.twimg.com/ext_tw_video/1555499116066533377/pu/vid/720x1280/6h4satc6ZfuTAVtg.mp4
And when Wu Lei lost his phone, she jokingly asked for money to return it 😂😂
https://video.twimg.com/ext_tw_video/1931260612434067456/pu/vid/avc1/1272x720/tsY2c576sstlIKFn.mp4
Wu Lei, Song Zuer, and Guan Xiaotong:
https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1915641402807259136/vid/avc1/720x1280/CvuVk_eO0d9S9PbM.mp4
Guan Xiaotong considers Wu Lei her “best friend”—maybe her only friend. In one show, guests were asked to bring a friend, and she invited Wu Lei. She said that if he didn’t come, she honestly wouldn’t know who else to ask. That says a lot, especially considering how famous she is. Public and private lives really can be worlds apart. I haven’t seen Wu Lei with any other actress more than her. They’ve attended so many events together. It probably felt “safe” for him back then since she had a boyfriend—but now that she doesn’t… we’ll see if there will be no rumors xD.
After Guan Xiaotong, Loreina is definitely the actress I've seen Wu Lei with the most, which makes sense given what I mentioned earlier. And there are even more cute and funny videos of the two of them out there.
Ning Yao’s Traits
A lethal swordmaster with a hidden vulnerability—casting will likely focus on actresses who can handle both physical action (swordplay) and portray emotional restraint convincingly.
---
Key Influencing Factors
Fan Campaigns: Zhao Jinmai and Zhou Ye are leading on Weibo polls, while Yang Chaoyue’s fanbase is actively lobbying the producers.
Production Demands: The role requires several months of martial arts training. Some actresses may decline due to scheduling conflicts.
---
Rumored Contenders for Ning Yao
1. Zhao Jinmai (赵今麦)
Why Rumored? Leaked casting lists from Tencent suggest she’s a candidate thanks to her strong action-drama credentials.
2. Yang Chaoyue (杨超越)
Why Rumored? Industry insiders claim Tencent is considering her for her enormous fanbase, despite criticism of her acting (e.g., The Journey of Chongzi).
3. Liu Haocun (刘浩存)
Why Rumored? Known for her dance background, which may be advantageous for choreographed fight scenes.
4. Wang Churan (王楚然)
Why Rumored? Reported as a backup choice in studio leaks—valued for her elegance, though her lack of action experience may be a concern.
5. An unnamed "top-tier actress"
Why Rumored? Some Weibo sources suggest Tencent might bring in a surprise A-lister (e.g., Dilraba), though budget negotiations are reportedly ongoing.
So, nothing is confirmed yet. As long as Wu Lei is attached, I’m excited—whoever ends up playing Ning Yao just needs to do justice to the role.