Chinese Title: 来战 (Lái Zhàn)
English Title: Let’s Fight
Also Known As: Shi Fu Lai Zhan (师父来战)
Genre: Xianxia, Romance, Fantasy, War
Episodes: 30
Director: Zhao Yi Long
Screenwriter / Original Author: Jiu Lu Fei Xiang (novel)
Production Companies: Stellar Media (for iQIYI and Tencent Video)
Filming Period: June 29, 2025 – December 10, 2025
Plot Synopsis
Let’s Fight is a xianxia romance adventure set in a world where mortals pursue cultivation to become immortals.
The story follows A Dai, a spirited orphan girl who, through fate and perseverance, becomes a disciple of the carefree and powerful immortal Xiao Yihan of the righteous Xianling Sect.
Determined to graduate as a top-tier cultivator, A Dai works tirelessly to master myriad magical arts while engaging in playful sparring and clever exchanges with her teacher.
However, as their relationship evolves, playful rivalry blossoms into passionate love — swinging between mutual admiration and conflict as the two chase each other across thousands of miles, locked in a cycle of love, competition, betrayal, and reconciliation that drives both their personal growth and the wider conflicts of their world.
Main Cast & Characters
Lead Cast
- Ju Jing Yi as A Dai
- Zhang Yun Long as Xiao Yihan
Supporting Cast
- Xiao Yan as Shang Guan You Meng
- Gu Zi Cheng as Hao Shi Si
- Ma Xin Rui as Xue Zhu
- Miao Wei Lun as Murong Bai
- Glay Chiang as Chen Qi
- Hu Jing Nan as Hong Xiao
- Johnny Zhang as Xiao Yi Ming
- Qi Yu Chen as Xiao Ling Dang
Production Details
Original Source: The drama is adapted from the xianxia novel Shi Fu Lai Zhan by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang, who also wrote the screenplay for the series, thus bringing her signature blend of emotional depth, humor, and fantastical world-building to the screen.
Filming: Principal photography began on June 29, 2025 at Hengdian World Studios, China’s largest period set, and wrapped on December 10, 2025 with wrap-up specials and posters released by the cast to mark the occasion.
The production has drawn fan enthusiasm, especially around Ju Jingyi’s role as A Dai, with social buzz around costume reveals and BTS content highlighting the xianxia world’s visual flair.
Episodes & Airing
- Total Episodes: 30
- Episode Length: 45 minutes
- First Aired / Premiere: TBA (expected late 2026 following post-production)
- Original Network / Platforms: iQIYI 🇨🇳 & Tencent Video 🇨🇳 — China’s major streaming partners, with international availability likely via WeTV and other platforms after domestic release.
Where to Watch
China:
- iQIYI — Primary domestic streaming platform.
- Tencent Video — Co-streaming partner expected to share the series.
International Platforms:
- WeTV — Likely to stream with subtitles in various regions once the series is released.
Why It’s Worth Watching
- Epic Xianxia Romance: Blends action, magic cultivation, and heartfelt school-of-power tropes with a dynamic love-hate relationship between master and disciple.
- Strong Lead Chemistry: Ju Jingyi and Zhang Yunlong reunite in a fantasy setting, with fans excited for their on-screen rapport and character arcs.
- Visual Spectacle: Early promotional materials highlight rich costume design and vibrant world-building, promising an immersive fantasy experience.
- Growth & Rivalry: Let’s Fight focuses not just on romance but personal growth, rivalry, and spiritual cultivation, which makes it appealing to both fantasy and romance viewers.
Articles About Let’s Fight
Let’s Fight poster featuring Ju Jing Yi and Zhang Yun Long in an embrace drops for Qixi Festival
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