LayarHijau.com – On June 24, 2025, Zhao Lusi surprised her fans on Weibo by sharing a screenshot from a short drama titled A Dream Like the True Love (《一梦如初》). In the caption, she wrote: “《一梦如初》根本停不下来！” which translates to: “A Dream Like the True Love is totally unstoppable!”
Although Zhao Lusi does not star in the drama, her enthusiastic post caught people’s attention. If even a top-tier actress like Zhao Lusi is “hooked,” then the drama clearly has something special to offer.
About A Dream Like the True Love (《一梦如初》)
This short-form costume romance drama consists of 24 episodes, each approximately 10 minutes long. Its compact format makes it perfect for quick binge-watching and has gained popularity among younger audiences in China.
Main Cast:
- Liu Xuwei as Wen Su
- Na Yi as Chen Baoyin
- Qi Yi as the Eldest Princess
- Sheng Gangshuai as Luo Teng
- Peng Siqi as Xiao Baozhu
Synopsis:
Chen Baoyin, an ordinary young woman, is forced to become a servant in a mysterious ritual. She escapes and changes her identity, only to cross paths again with Wen Su—the man who once saved her—who now serves as a consort to the Eldest Princess. As they navigate palace intrigues and political pressure, they team up to uncover past secrets and find love in the most forbidden of places.
The drama premiered on Tencent Video on June 24, 2025, for VIP users. Non-VIP viewers will have access starting July 10, 2025. International users can now watch it on WeTV, they don't have to wait until July 10.
Note (updated on 28 June) : We added the information that the drama now is available for international users on WeTV.