1. The project is still in planning, but the CP chemistry drives it forward
Rumors have been circulating that Zhou Yiran and Zhang Miaoyi may reunite in a new xianxia drama titled Mistaken Fate. While the series is still in early planning stages and hasn’t been officially announced, the pairing itself has already stirred buzz online. Insiders suggest that after several of Zhou Yiran’s recent lead roles with Tencent failed to gain traction, the platform is hoping to recapture the popularity he once shared with Zhang Miaoyi. Their previous collaboration generated strong CP (couple pairing) appeal, and the strategy this time is to leverage that existing chemistry to rebuild momentum.
2. A test run for a potential long-term on-screen partnership
This potential second collaboration might not be the last. If Mistaken Fate performs well in terms of audience engagement and online heat, the platform is reportedly open to casting them together again — possibly a third time — to establish them as a “hot CP” in the current drama landscape. It reflects a common industry practice: when individual projects falter, strong pair dynamics can become a key promotional asset. For both actors, this could mean more exposure and stronger positioning in upcoming projects.
