Lately, many drama fans have been asking: When will When I Wake Up (《待我醒来时》), starring Zhang Xincheng, finally be released? The anticipation is high, but so far, there has been no official word on the premiere date. According to current information, the drama is still awaiting approval, so if all goes smoothly, it could potentially air by the end of this year.
The drama is adapted from the novel of the same name by Ding Mo and falls under the crime thriller genre. One of the most exciting aspects is that Jing Tian takes on her first-ever role as a police officer—playing lead character You Mingxu. Known for her previous work in historical romance dramas, her shift into a suspense-filled crime series is a refreshing change.
The storyline itself is equally compelling:
You Mingxu is a police officer investigating a series of murders when she crosses paths with a mysterious professor of criminal psychology suffering from amnesia (played by Zhang Xincheng). The two form a powerful partnership, solving cases with almost uncanny synergy, and sparks begin to fly between them.
But just as their relationship deepens, the professor uncovers a devastating secret—his own brother may be involved in the very case they’re investigating, possibly connected to the murder of someone close to You Mingxu. The story then pivots to emotional tension and moral dilemmas, with suspense constantly building.
In a previously released teaser, Jing Tian delivers a particularly memorable line:
“If the you who wakes up is covered in sins, I’m willing to be your final redemption.”
This single line sets the emotional tone of the drama—an intense love story laced with pain and salvation. With the dual threads of crime-solving and romantic angst, When I Wake Up promises to be a gripping watch.
