July 26 , 2026 Yan Yu Chen posted on Weibo a lengthy farewell message to Road To Success. He went into depth about what the character Wen Chengye meant to him. Here’s an excerpt:
“I often try to imagine: if I had personally gone through the darkness you endured, what would I have become? I would probably have collapsed, sunk into despair, and never managed to stay as resilient as you. Surrounded and trapped layer upon layer by life, you still clung tightly to the purity and kindness in your heart. That unextinguished true nature is the rarest kind of courage.
Chengye, you are truly wonderful. You are brave, pure, and deeply loyal. All your awkwardness and sharpness are the protective colors given to you by the years; all your silence and distance are the self-completion you achieved when no one came to save you. From now on, there is no need to force yourself to pretend to be strong anymore, and no need to use coldness to shut out gentleness. You deserve all the special care and light, you deserve to be loved properly, and you deserve a free, passionate, and shining life.
Special thanks to Teacher Xiaolin, who always used her delicate and unique perspective to help me peel away the layers of disguise around the character, understand the struggles and gentleness you hid deep in your heart, and truly walk into Wen Chengye’s inner world.
Thank you also to Coach Wang Fa, who throughout the filming days always looked after us and was patient with us like a warm big brother.
And even more, thank you to every partner in the crew who walked this path side by side — those days of running on the football field and shooting from dawn to dusk are the most precious and healing treasures of this journey.
Finally, I want to properly thank you, Wen Chengye. This long period of immersing myself in you, imitating you, and understanding you has also gradually moved and healed me, allowing me to become a braver and more at-ease version of myself. May the Wen Chengye of the parallel universe live in peace year after year, with light in his eyes. Wishing all of us that our lives shine as brilliantly as the stars.”
Why can’t they guest a variety show with cast members, really missing all of them🥹💕💕!!
I think, some of them are now busy, some are busy in filming another drama like Esther Yu and some boys are also filming their next drama while others are studying now
It will be the comeback of Esther Yu in costume dramas after doing three consecutive modern dramas and already released and streaming now . Looking forward to the Premiere of Yunchu's Vengeance this year or next year?
260726 Liu Jun posted on Weibo a farewell message to Road To Success. Unlike his character Fu Xin Shu, he is a man of few words in real life 😊
“Hello everyone. I’m not very good at expressing myself. I still have things to say, but writing them feels too formal, so I’ll speak off the cuff. From the start until now, we’ve reached the championship. After filming wrapped, I often wondered what season and weather it would be when Fu Xinshu meets everyone again. Even watching the World Cup, I’d think, ‘Our Hongjing No. 8 Middle School has used this tactic too.’ Those four months in Quanzhou were lively. Every day brought countless talks with the brothers. In Hongjing No. 8’s auditorium, at Yuanyuan’s tutoring class, on our familiar football field—squeezing in with Teacher Xiaolin and Coach Wang Fa for photo after photo. I can’t pinpoint the moment, but I truly felt happiness. I like summer—passionate, lively, full of hope, and raw vitality. We met in summer too. I won’t say more, or it’ll get long-winded. I hope Teacher Xiaolin, Coach Wang Fa, Wen Chengye, Qin Ao, Jiang He, Brother Suo, Lin Lu, Yu Ming, Zheng Ren, Zheng Feiyang, Qi Liang and Zhi Hui all stay happy forever.”
260726 Yang Yun Hao posted on Weibo a farewell message to #RoadToSuccess.
I am No. 1 Feng Suo, the goalkeeper of Hongjing No. 8 Middle School. That summer, I stood at the back of the goal. In front of me were the backs of people running under the sun, their football boots scraping the turf with a soft rustling sound. I would shout, and someone would turn, smile, then keep running. The pitch was baked hot by the sun. When I dove for the ball, I could smell the rubber granules.
One time after training, I lay on my back in front of the goal line, chest heaving, staring at a cloud drifting across the sky. The brothers walked over and nudged me with their toes: “Get up, stop playing dead.” I didn’t move. They stood a while, then reached out. I grabbed their hands and was pulled up. In that moment I thought—this is what a harbor feels like.
When we finished, everyone collapsed by the side of the field. A bottle of ice water passed from the first person, still cold when it reached me. I sipped and passed it on. No one spoke—only heavy breathing and cicadas chirping in the distance.
The evening wind came through the stands, carrying the coolness of the mango shaved ice Teacher Xiaolin had brought, taking the heat from our bodies. Brother Fa’s laughter calling us “little brats” melted into that breeze.
Every day felt like returning to seventeen. We cried, cursed, and often squatted exhausted on the grass, unable to get up. But the next day we put on those jerseys and stood in our positions. We never wondered if it was worth it—we just felt a group running in the same direction was exciting.
Now the drama has finished airing, and summer is almost over. I will always remember that summer I guarded a line and sweated with a group of people. That’s enough.
▶️Episode 1 now available for early streaming!!️ / "Even So, It's Too Close to Fall in Love" (#Shuanggui) ( Speed And Love ) starring Esther Yu and He Yu \ Ahead of its Japanese premiere on August 7th, Episode 1️⃣ is now available for early streaming on the Home Drama Channel Official YouTube Channel! 🔥
I love Esther Yu character role in Speed And Love as Jiang Mu also called Mu meaning Moon . Her character development is well written. She's a cute, charming, smart and brave girl perfectly showing a first love face according to the web novel Shuang Gui where the drama was adapted.
▶️Episode 1 now available for early streaming!!️ / "Even So, It's Too Close to Fall in Love" (#Shuanggui) ( Speed And Love ) starring Esther Yu and He Yu \ Ahead of its Japanese premiere on August 7th, Episode 1️⃣ is now available for early streaming on the Home Drama Channel Official YouTube Channel! 🔥
[ Here's the Finale message coming from the Director of Road To Success drama ] 🥰
In the current market environment, everyone prefers fast-paced, high-flip, short dramas; perhaps we should cater to the market.
But I'm sorry, we're cheating!
We stubbornly decided to film Chang'er's "Narrow Road" because the story possesses a long-lost, burning sincerity. This sincerity, though seemingly clumsy in this era, is more moving than any technique. The Lin Wanxing in our hearts has never been a protagonist in a wish-fulfillment novel, but an ordinary girl who chooses to get back up after each fall.
She is not perfect; she sometimes gives up and becomes a couch potato, sometimes hesitates, and sometimes cries quietly in the middle of the night, but she has never truly given up.
Finally, the premiere day arrived, and we came with high expectations. However, we encountered many difficulties. "As Bright as Stars" was like the soccer team in the drama, who were abandoned by everyone early on. Before they even got started, they were declared "losers." I was also once bound by the word "hype," and when I looked up at the sky, all I could see were dark clouds.
But above the clouds, the starlight still shines. There will always be someone who remembers this story, touched by Lin Wanxing's resilience and sincerity.
Thank you, Xin Xinzi, for accepting this glimmer of starlight without hesitation, and for presenting it to everyone with such enthusiasm...
The soldier crossed the river, and the starlight truly shone into reality.
Her efforts have allowed us to hear those subtle yet genuine echoes, which carry more weight than any amount of hype or data.
"No matter how narrow the path, you will eventually see the light" — This saying is not only Lin Wanxing's fate, but also the fate of the soccer prodigy, and it is ours as well.
And every viewer who watches the show attentively and discusses it thoughtfully is like a light that shines through the darkness into our hearts.
Your feedback brought tears to my eyes time and time again. Every comment, every small but sincere response, made all our hard work and the sleepless nights during the broadcast worthwhile.
Your feedback brought tears to my eyes time and time again. Every comment, every small but sincere response, made all our efforts and the sleepless nights during the broadcast worthwhile. Perhaps our popularity isn't dazzling in terms of data, but the discussions about Lin Wanxing and "shining like stars" have quietly penetrated different circles, spreading from the comments of drama fans to Weibo supertopics and WeChat Moments. This heartfelt sharing and derivative works are what truly make us "go viral."
As Lin Wanxing said, even though we are trapped in a predicament, our reputation can only penetrate the damp and dark soil and grow upwards because we have enough sincerity as nourishment.
In this way, all the perseverance has become meaningful.
Some people ask why the drama is called "As Bright as the Stars". It's because even though they are far away, every star shines its own light, and even the faintest light will travel billions of light-years to reach our sight.
Lin Wanxing is a star, and so are our dear Planet Cup fans.
Thank you, Teacher Lin, the brightest and most brilliant star in the world.
Thank you, Coach Wang Fa, and thank you, young football players.
Thank you to the author for giving us such a story that can illuminate our lives; thank you to the screenwriter for giving this story a more realistic and complete foundation; thank you to the director; thank you to all the cast and crew who poured their hearts and souls into this production; thank you to all the great Planet Cups. Thank you for making this star finally visible.
It is also you who make this starry sky exceptionally bright.
May all women be like Lin Wanxing, believing that even if the road ahead is long and you stumble occasionally, you are a star in yourself, worthy of being seen and loved.
The finale is not the end. I believe Lin Wanxing will continue to shine in her universe, and we will carry this passion to the next battlefield.
Hello everyone! I’m Zhao Penghao, and I played Lin Lu. Road To Success drama has officially come to a wonderful conclusion.
This was the very first drama I’ve ever filmed. When I was first cast, I was honestly worried that I wouldn’t be able to portray the role well. I’m especially grateful to our directors, who were always there whenever I lacked confidence. They patiently guided me, communicated with me every step of the way, and gradually helped me immerse myself in the character until I truly became Lin Lu.
I’d also like to sincerely thank Teacher Lin, Coach Wang Fa, every member of the football team in the cast, and all the cast and crew working both in front of and behind the scenes. Thank you for your patience, support, and companionship throughout this journey. I truly enjoyed every moment spent with all of you, and I learned so much along the way.
These memories are incredibly precious and unforgettable to me. I’ll always remember that summer when we ran together on the football field.
I hope everyone enjoys Bright as the Stars, ( Road To Success drama ) and thank you to every viewer for your love and support!
Thank you for choosing me to play such a wonderful role as Lin Wanxing. All the regrets will eventually turn into something beautiful💗 Let’s give it our all together!
[ Esther Yu's message to the producer of Road To Success drama ]
Thank you, Grandpa, and the children of Hongjing No. 8 Middle School, for giving me guidance, energy, and healing in countless moments.
Thank you, Wang Fa. At that moment, Lin Wanxing may have considered many answers, but this was the one she never expected. It's about respecting and encouraging Xingxing to realize her self-worth.
Thank you to the producer, director, and all the behind-the-scenes staff for working together this summer to present such a wonderful story.
And... thank you to the star that has saved me countless times, and to the friends who have been with me.
I believe that this beautiful story of "As Bright as the Stars" will continue to accompany many more people in the days to come. On the long road ahead, may we all always retain the courage to heal ourselves, always believe in ourselves, and always see the unique light within ourselves.
Her Highness the Shining Star Genius , ( Esther Yu )
I read somewhere that there was a variety show filmed for this drama, but I doubt it due to them donating all…
Yes, the variety show already aired where Road To Success casts are the guests in iQiyi variety show titled " Become A Farmer " You can watch Esther Yu guesting with the Hongjing No8 High School football team boys at Episode 20 Part 1 and Part 2 only. It's now streaming too
July 26, 2026 Chen Jingke’s Final Thoughts - Mentioned Esther Yu
I would also like to express my gratitude to the lovely, intelligent, and loyal Teacher Xiaolin.
During filming, your energy was always conveyed to everyone.
In the drama, you were Teacher Lin, who possessed magic that healed people's hearts; outside of the drama, every scene was one that instantly brought everyone close and harmonized them as one.
"Everyone, drink some water!"
Whenever I turned around at the sound of that voice during breaks while filming under the hot sun, it was always the dazzling, star-like genius Lord Xiaolin.
Thank you for teaching me how to open my heart a little more and express my thoughts more honestly in any setting during this time. We also experienced countless firsts together. From now on, I will follow Teacher Xiaolin's lead and try to become a little more of a 'trend-follower.' 🫡
(Of course, it’s okay to take a break if you feel it’s too hard.
Because we are all free to throw a tantrum as much as we want.)
Speed And Love drama starring Esther Yu and He Yu ranked in the top 10 most popular dramas for the first half of 2026 on MyVideo, one of the major streaming platforms in Taiwan. This ranking reflects the long-tail effect, as the drama continued to attract steady viewership since its release in December 2025, well after the initial release period.
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Road To Success drama starring Esther Yu
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“I often try to imagine: if I had personally gone through the darkness you endured, what would I have become? I would probably have collapsed, sunk into despair, and never managed to stay as resilient as you. Surrounded and trapped layer upon layer by life, you still clung tightly to the purity and kindness in your heart. That unextinguished true nature is the rarest kind of courage.
Chengye, you are truly wonderful.
You are brave, pure, and deeply loyal. All your awkwardness and sharpness are the protective colors given to you by the years; all your silence and distance are the self-completion you achieved when no one came to save you.
From now on, there is no need to force yourself to pretend to be strong anymore, and no need to use coldness to shut out gentleness. You deserve all the special care and light, you deserve to be loved properly, and you deserve a free, passionate, and shining life.
Special thanks to Teacher Xiaolin, who always used her delicate and unique perspective to help me peel away the layers of disguise around the character, understand the struggles and gentleness you hid deep in your heart, and truly walk into Wen Chengye’s inner world.
Thank you also to Coach Wang Fa, who throughout the filming days always looked after us and was patient with us like a warm big brother.
And even more, thank you to every partner in the crew who walked this path side by side — those days of running on the football field and shooting from dawn to dusk are the most precious and healing treasures of this journey.
Finally, I want to properly thank you, Wen Chengye.
This long period of immersing myself in you, imitating you, and understanding you has also gradually moved and healed me, allowing me to become a braver and more at-ease version of myself.
May the Wen Chengye of the parallel universe live in peace year after year, with light in his eyes.
Wishing all of us that our lives shine as brilliantly as the stars.”
“Hello everyone. I’m not very good at expressing myself. I still have things to say, but writing them feels too formal, so I’ll speak off the cuff.
From the start until now, we’ve reached the championship. After filming wrapped, I often wondered what season and weather it would be when Fu Xinshu meets everyone again. Even watching the World Cup, I’d think, ‘Our Hongjing No. 8 Middle School has used this tactic too.’
Those four months in Quanzhou were lively. Every day brought countless talks with the brothers. In Hongjing No. 8’s auditorium, at Yuanyuan’s tutoring class, on our familiar football field—squeezing in with Teacher Xiaolin and Coach Wang Fa for photo after photo. I can’t pinpoint the moment, but I truly felt happiness.
I like summer—passionate, lively, full of hope, and raw vitality. We met in summer too.
I won’t say more, or it’ll get long-winded. I hope Teacher Xiaolin, Coach Wang Fa, Wen Chengye, Qin Ao, Jiang He, Brother Suo, Lin Lu, Yu Ming, Zheng Ren, Zheng Feiyang, Qi Liang and Zhi Hui all stay happy forever.”
I am No. 1 Feng Suo, the goalkeeper of Hongjing No. 8 Middle School. That summer, I stood at the back of the goal. In front of me were the backs of people running under the sun, their football boots scraping the turf with a soft rustling sound. I would shout, and someone would turn, smile, then keep running. The pitch was baked hot by the sun. When I dove for the ball, I could smell the rubber granules.
One time after training, I lay on my back in front of the goal line, chest heaving, staring at a cloud drifting across the sky. The brothers walked over and nudged me with their toes: “Get up, stop playing dead.” I didn’t move. They stood a while, then reached out. I grabbed their hands and was pulled up. In that moment I thought—this is what a harbor feels like.
When we finished, everyone collapsed by the side of the field. A bottle of ice water passed from the first person, still cold when it reached me. I sipped and passed it on. No one spoke—only heavy breathing and cicadas chirping in the distance.
The evening wind came through the stands, carrying the coolness of the mango shaved ice Teacher Xiaolin had brought, taking the heat from our bodies. Brother Fa’s laughter calling us “little brats” melted into that breeze.
Every day felt like returning to seventeen. We cried, cursed, and often squatted exhausted on the grass, unable to get up. But the next day we put on those jerseys and stood in our positions. We never wondered if it was worth it—we just felt a group running in the same direction was exciting.
Now the drama has finished airing, and summer is almost over. I will always remember that summer I guarded a line and sweated with a group of people. That’s enough.
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"Even So, It's Too Close to Fall in Love" (#Shuanggui) ( Speed And Love ) starring Esther Yu and He Yu
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Ahead of its Japanese premiere on August 7th, Episode 1️⃣ is now available for early streaming on the Home Drama Channel Official YouTube Channel! 🔥
＜▶️Streaming Period＞
⏰July 24th (Fri) Noon - August 31st (Mon) Noon
Streaming URL: youtu.be/B-KXIF1EEAE
Yu Shuxin (#虞書欣) He Yu (#何与)
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"Even So, It's Too Close to Fall in Love" (#Shuanggui) ( Speed And Love ) starring Esther Yu and He Yu
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Ahead of its Japanese premiere on August 7th, Episode 1️⃣ is now available for early streaming on the Home Drama Channel Official YouTube Channel! 🔥
＜▶️Streaming Period＞
⏰July 24th (Fri) Noon - August 31st (Mon) Noon
Streaming URL: youtu.be/B-KXIF1EEAE
Yu Shuxin (#虞書欣) He Yu (#何与)
In the current market environment, everyone prefers fast-paced, high-flip, short dramas; perhaps we should cater to the market.
But I'm sorry, we're cheating!
We stubbornly decided to film Chang'er's "Narrow Road" because the story possesses a long-lost, burning sincerity. This sincerity, though seemingly clumsy in this era, is more moving than any technique. The Lin Wanxing in our hearts has never been a protagonist in a wish-fulfillment novel, but an ordinary girl who chooses to get back up after each fall.
She is not perfect; she sometimes gives up and becomes a couch potato, sometimes hesitates, and sometimes cries quietly in the middle of the night, but she has never truly given up.
Finally, the premiere day arrived, and we came with high expectations. However, we encountered many difficulties. "As Bright as Stars" was like the soccer team in the drama, who were abandoned by everyone early on. Before they even got started, they were declared "losers." I was also once bound by the word "hype," and when I looked up at the sky, all I could see were dark clouds.
But above the clouds, the starlight still shines. There will always be someone who remembers this story, touched by Lin Wanxing's resilience and sincerity.
Thank you, Xin Xinzi, for accepting this glimmer of starlight without hesitation, and for presenting it to everyone with such enthusiasm...
The soldier crossed the river, and the starlight truly shone into reality.
Her efforts have allowed us to hear those subtle yet genuine echoes, which carry more weight than any amount of hype or data.
"No matter how narrow the path, you will eventually see the light" — This saying is not only Lin Wanxing's fate, but also the fate of the soccer prodigy, and it is ours as well.
And every viewer who watches the show attentively and discusses it thoughtfully is like a light that shines through the darkness into our hearts.
Your feedback brought tears to my eyes time and time again. Every comment, every small but sincere response, made all our hard work and the sleepless nights during the broadcast worthwhile.
Your feedback brought tears to my eyes time and time again. Every comment, every small but sincere response, made all our efforts and the sleepless nights during the broadcast worthwhile. Perhaps our popularity isn't dazzling in terms of data, but the discussions about Lin Wanxing and "shining like stars" have quietly penetrated different circles, spreading from the comments of drama fans to Weibo supertopics and WeChat Moments. This heartfelt sharing and derivative works are what truly make us "go viral."
As Lin Wanxing said, even though we are trapped in a predicament, our reputation can only penetrate the damp and dark soil and grow upwards because we have enough sincerity as nourishment.
In this way, all the perseverance has become meaningful.
Some people ask why the drama is called "As Bright as the Stars". It's because even though they are far away, every star shines its own light, and even the faintest light will travel billions of light-years to reach our sight.
Lin Wanxing is a star, and so are our dear Planet Cup fans.
Thank you, Teacher Lin, the brightest and most brilliant star in the world.
Thank you, Coach Wang Fa, and thank you, young football players.
Thank you to the author for giving us such a story that can illuminate our lives; thank you to the screenwriter for giving this story a more realistic and complete foundation; thank you to the director; thank you to all the cast and crew who poured their hearts and souls into this production; thank you to all the great Planet Cups. Thank you for making this star finally visible.
It is also you who make this starry sky exceptionally bright.
May all women be like Lin Wanxing, believing that even if the road ahead is long and you stumble occasionally, you are a star in yourself, worthy of being seen and loved.
The finale is not the end. I believe Lin Wanxing will continue to shine in her universe, and we will carry this passion to the next battlefield.
We'll see you later.
Hello everyone! I’m Zhao Penghao, and I played Lin Lu. Road To Success drama has officially come to a wonderful conclusion.
This was the very first drama I’ve ever filmed. When I was first cast, I was honestly worried that I wouldn’t be able to portray the role well. I’m especially grateful to our directors, who were always there whenever I lacked confidence. They patiently guided me, communicated with me every step of the way, and gradually helped me immerse myself in the character until I truly became Lin Lu.
I’d also like to sincerely thank Teacher Lin, Coach Wang Fa, every member of the football team in the cast, and all the cast and crew working both in front of and behind the scenes. Thank you for your patience, support, and companionship throughout this journey. I truly enjoyed every moment spent with all of you, and I learned so much along the way.
These memories are incredibly precious and unforgettable to me. I’ll always remember that summer when we ran together on the football field.
I hope everyone enjoys Bright as the Stars, ( Road To Success drama ) and thank you to every viewer for your love and support!
[ Esther Yu's message to the producer of Road To Success drama ]
Thank you, Grandpa, and the children of Hongjing No. 8 Middle School, for giving me guidance, energy, and healing in countless moments.
Thank you, Wang Fa. At that moment, Lin Wanxing may have considered many answers, but this was the one she never expected. It's about respecting and encouraging Xingxing to realize her self-worth.
Thank you to the producer, director, and all the behind-the-scenes staff for working together this summer to present such a wonderful story.
And... thank you to the star that has saved me countless times, and to the friends who have been with me.
I believe that this beautiful story of "As Bright as the Stars" will continue to accompany many more people in the days to come. On the long road ahead, may we all always retain the courage to heal ourselves, always believe in ourselves, and always see the unique light within ourselves.
Her Highness the Shining Star Genius
, ( Esther Yu )
I would also like to express my gratitude to the lovely, intelligent, and loyal Teacher Xiaolin.
During filming, your energy was always conveyed to everyone.
In the drama, you were Teacher Lin, who possessed magic that healed people's hearts; outside of the drama, every scene was one that instantly brought everyone close and harmonized them as one.
"Everyone, drink some water!"
Whenever I turned around at the sound of that voice during breaks while filming under the hot sun, it was always the dazzling, star-like genius Lord Xiaolin.
Thank you for teaching me how to open my heart a little more and express my thoughts more honestly in any setting during this time. We also experienced countless firsts together. From now on, I will follow Teacher Xiaolin's lead and try to become a little more of a 'trend-follower.' 🫡
(Of course, it’s okay to take a break if you feel it’s too hard.
Because we are all free to throw a tantrum as much as we want.)
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