What kind of chemistry will a 190cm aloof gentleman create with a 172cm classical beauty? On June 25, 2025, the Republican-era romance drama 《这一秒过火》 officially began filming at Hengdian World Studios, starring Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan. Dubbed by netizens as the “95-born peak visuals,” the two leads have already dominated trending searches with behind-the-scenes photos, turning the series into a hot topic even before production wraps.
A Forbidden Love Amid Republican Turmoil
Adapted from Fei Wo Si Cun’s novel 《如果这一秒，我没遇见你》. Set in 1920s Shanghai during the warlord era, the story revolves around love and revenge in turbulent times.
Zhang Linghe plays Murong Qingyi, the second son of a warlord, who transforms from a fallen aristocrat into a cold and dignified “mad warlord.” His military uniform and gold-rimmed glasses have already been praised by netizens as a “model face warlord.”
Wang Churan takes on a dual role as Ren Susu/Fang Mulan. After saving the male lead as a child, her family is massacred, leading her to fake her death and return years later as the fiancée of Murong’s cousin, seeking revenge. Their on-screen interactions—icy stares, ambiguous touches, passionate confrontations—have already generated strong buzz online.
Breaking Boundaries in Performance
Zhang Linghe rose to fame with roles such as the gentle Chang Heng in 《苍兰诀》, the tragic Xie Wei in 《宁安如梦》, and most recently, a warm-hearted doctor in 《爱你》. Now, as the male lead in a Republican setting for the first time, his sharp features, pale complexion, and broad-shouldered frame vividly bring Murong Qingyi’s complex persona to life.
Wang Churan, meanwhile, made her debut at 17 with 《将军在上》, and later impressed in 《清平乐》, 《玉骨遥》, and 《我的人间烟火》. Despite facing controversies over past roles, her versatility is undeniable. In 《这一秒过火》, she balances both purity and intensity—appearing as an innocent student in one scene and a commanding “revenge queen” in another.
Top Visuals Backed by a Strong Production Team
The drama’s early popularity can be attributed to several factors:
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Perfect height contrast: The 18cm difference between 190cm and 172cm creates striking on-screen visuals.
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Distinctive regional charm: A Jiangsu-born gentleman meets a Shanghai-born beauty, celebrated as the pinnacle of “Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai aesthetics.”
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Explosive chemistry: From intimate gestures to dramatic confrontations, their interactions have already fueled fan excitement.
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High-profile creative team: Directed by Yi Jun (known for 《媚者无疆》) with a script by Bixin Studio (《藏海传》), and supported by cast members such as Fu Xinbo and Myolie Wu, the series promises strong storytelling and authentic period styling.
Although 《这一秒过火》 has yet to announce its official release date, the overwhelming online response suggests strong breakout potential. For Zhang Linghe, it represents a chance to move beyond the shadow of 《樱桃琥珀》, while for Wang Churan, it marks an important step toward rebuilding her reputation after the “Xu Qin controversy.”
