Popular actors Cheng Lei and Wang Churan are in talks to lead the upcoming costume drama How Dare You, a time-travel romance based on the popular novel and animated series of the same name. The drama, produced by iQIYI, is set to begin filming in Hengdian in mid-December.
Cheng Lei, known for his role in My Journey to You, and Wang Churan, who recently gained recognition for her performance in Are You the One, are generating considerable buzz as a potential on-screen couple.
A Modern Twist on a Classic Tale
How Dare You tells the story of Yu Wanyin, an overworked office worker who finds himself transported into the pages of a historical novel he was reading. He becomes the villain of the story and must navigate the challenges of his new reality while trying to improve his fate. To his surprise, he discovers that the ruthless king is also a time-traveler from the modern world. Adding another layer of complexity, the female lead is also from modern times, making their adventure even more unpredictable.
The drama promises a unique blend of historical drama, romance, and comedic elements as these three characters from the modern world try to survive and fulfill their destinies in a world full of courtly intrigue. Fans of the novel and animated series are eagerly anticipating the drama adaptation and the chemistry between Cheng Lei and Wang Churan.
