Production has officially begun on the television drama Love, Slowly, a new urban romance series adapted from the novel Love Slowly Kills You by renowned Hong Kong writer Yi Shu. The 24-episode drama started filming on March 13, 2026, and is scheduled for online release
The series is directed by Cheng Liang, with Jia Dongyan serving as script consultant and Wu Yao credited as the screenwriter. Leading the cast are Zhong Chuxi and William Chan, joined by Xiang Hanzhi and Niu Junfeng in major roles, while Wang Zixuan appears as a special lead alongside actors Sun Shuang and Li Ying.
Love, Slowly follows Zhu Lizi, a self-media investigative journalist who appears to have an enviable life and a comfortable family background. During an unexpected encounter, she meets cardiac surgeon Wang Zhicheng, and the two soon marry. At first glance, Wang Zhicheng seems to be the perfect partner—successful, gentle, and dependable.
As the story unfolds, however, Zhu Lizi gradually discovers that her husband harbors secrets beneath his polished exterior. The relationship that once seemed ideal begins to reveal complicated emotional layers, leading the narrative into a deeper exploration of trust, identity, and the fragile balance within modern relationships.
The source material by Yi Shu is known for its sharp observations about love and human relationships, often portraying romance with a realistic, sometimes critical perspective. The drama adaptation is expected to retain this emotional complexity while placing the story within a contemporary urban setting.
For Zhong Chuxi, the role offers an opportunity to portray a character navigating both professional ambition and the emotional turbulence of marriage. Meanwhile, William Chan takes on the role of Wang Zhicheng, a seemingly flawless doctor whose hidden side gradually comes to light.
With a cast featuring well-known actors and a story drawn from one of Yi Shu’s works, Love, Slowly has already attracted attention among audiences who follow urban relationship dramas. As filming begins, viewers will be watching closely to see how the production interprets the novel’s nuanced portrayal of love and human complexity.
