Chinese Title: 玫瑰丛生 (Méi Guī Cóng Shēng)
English Title: About Love
Also Known As: Chan Nv, Cicada Girl, 蝉女
Genre: Romance, Urban, Drama, Suspense
Episodes: 26
Director: Yang Lei
Screenwriter: Yuan Yuan
Original Work: Adapted from the manhua Chan Nv (蝉女) by Gong Yuan Qian
Production Companies: Yue Wen Pictures, Sun Line Pictures
Plot Synopsis
About Love is a modern romance drama that explores emotional healing, trust, and the courage to open one’s heart again after painful experiences.
The story follows Li Xiao Xi, a cautious and emotionally guarded woman who has become wary of romantic relationships due to her past. Her life begins to change when she meets Xiao Bei, a sincere and loyal man whose patience and unwavering support gradually break through her emotional defenses.
As their relationship develops, both Li Xiao Xi and Xiao Bei confront their personal fears, insecurities, and emotional scars. Through shared struggles and meaningful companionship, they begin to heal from past wounds and rediscover the true meaning of love and emotional connection.
Set against a realistic urban backdrop, the drama focuses on emotional growth, personal transformation, and the challenges of building trust in modern relationships.
Main Cast & Characters
LEAD CAST
- Wang Zi Wen as Li Xiao Xi
- Liu Yu Ning as Xiao Bei
- Jiang Xin as Yu
SUPPORTING CAST
- Jason Gu as A Xiu
- Zhu Jia Qi as Da Sen
- Huang Zi Qi as Luan Luan
- Vivienne Tien as Ming Ming
- Zhou Da Wei as A Lun
- Yang Xing as Ying Tao
Production Details
Original Novel / Manhua: Based on the popular manhua Chan Nv (蝉女) by Gong Yuan Qian, which already has an established fan base and emotional storyline.
Production Companies: Produced by Yue Wen Pictures and Sun Line Pictures, experienced companies known for developing modern romance dramas.
Director: Yang Lei, recognized for delivering emotionally grounded storytelling and character-driven narratives in dramas such as Swords into Ploughshares, The Legend of Heroes and Three-Body.
Episodes & Airing
Total Episodes: 26
Episode Length: 45 minutes
First Aired / Premiere: February 26th, 2026
Final Episode: March 9th, 2026
Original Platforms: Tencent Video, WeTV
Where to Watch
China: Tencent Video — Official domestic streaming platform.
International Platforms: WeTV — Available internationally with English subtitles in supported regions
Why It’s Worth Watching
Emotionally Realistic Romance: The drama focuses on emotional healing, trust, and personal growth, making the love story relatable and grounded in real-life experiences.
Strong Lead Performances: Wang Ziwen and Liu Yu Ning bring emotional depth and maturity to their roles, enhancing the drama’s character-driven storytelling.
Adaptation of a Popular Manhua: The original Chan Nv manhua has a loyal fan base and provides a well-developed narrative foundation.
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