Chasing Dramas

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• July 2026 Chinese Drama Update: Archives: The Nan Yang Mystery, Love Has Fireworks, The Eternal Fragrance and more! 04.07.2026 15min

  Dramas airing in June/early July 2026 include detective thrillers, some modern day romances and a few other costume dramas. Though some have outperformed expectations, there has yet to be an "explosive hit" this summer.
• In the Know - New Regulations for Short Dramas 24.06.2026 20min

  We first give an update on Bai Lu's woes. Then discuss the changes in regulations on the budding new short drama and micro drama industry. Hong Guo, a new micro drama app, was rumored to have also set new guidelines on content. Listen to our latest podcast episode for more details!
• In the Know - Keep Running's Reckoning and Bai Lu's Difficult Month 12.06.2026 22min

  Keep Running finds itself in hot water after viewers discover that cities might be paying the show millions of dollars to film at their respective cities. One of the main cast, Bai Lu, continues to find herself in hot water in the aftermath of the Keep Running controversy from May. With her new drama, First Jasmine, airing, she needs to face the negative publicity head on. Listen to our latest podcast episode to hear the latest in Chinese entertainment!
• June 2026 Chinese Drama Update - The Lead, Zhan Zhao Adventures, The Heir, Ashes to Crown and The First Jasmine! 05.06.2026 15min

  Our first Video podcast! May/June 2026 Chinese dramas include:Zhang Jia Yi and Liu Hao Cun in The Lead 主角 which was THE hit in May.Yang Yang, Fang Yi Lun and Zhang Ruo Nan in Zhan Zhao Adventures 雨霖铃Yang Zi and Han Dong Jun in The Heir 家业Chen Du Ling and Zhou Yi Ran in Ashes to Crown 翘楚and upcoming is Bai Lu and Cheng Lei in The First Jasmine 莫离
• In the Know - Swirling Negativity 29.05.2026 23min

  There's been a lot of negative commentary in C-ent over the last few weeks with 3 actors/actresses at the heart of the discussion. They are - Lu Yu Xiao, Bai Lu and Wang He Di. Tune in to hear what prompted the negativity in the Chinese discourse.
• In the Know - AI in the Chinese Entertainment Industry 22.05.2026 14min

  In March, a Chinese Media company released a video announcing that they signed two AI generated actors to their platform. In April, iQiYi, a major Chinese media streaming company, announced that actors and actresses have signed their AI agreement that generated a lot of buzz and backlash in China.
• In the Know - Ride the Wind 2026 Shenanigans 15.05.2026 25min

  Ride the Wind 2026 has already garnered huge viewership and sparked major online discourse after just two performances. The live format adds an element of surprise, and three contestants have emerged as unexpected fan favorites — not because they are the strongest singers or dancers, but because they are simply so entertaining to watch.Olympian Wang Meng, actress Li Xiao Ran, and actress Tang Yi Xin have captivated audiences with their earnest yet hilariously imperfect performances. Listen to our latest podcast to hear more about the shenanigans from this season of Ride the Wind.
• May 2026 Drama Updates - The Epoch of Miyu, Born with Luck, A Perfect Match, a Splendid Match and More! 06.05.2026 19min

  The Epoch of Miyu was a surprise hit in April/May, where social media was abuzz about this modern day drama that featured a main female lead who was cheated on by her husband. Costume dramas currently airing right now include A Perfect Match starring Ren Jia Lun and Wang He Run and A Splendid Match starring Ren Min and Ci Sha. Born With Luck, a modern day comedy police thriller, though is offering quite the chuckle.
• Important Chasing Dramas Announcement! 30.04.2026 5min

  Karen and Cathy have exciting news on where they are bringing Chasing Dramas next!
• In the Know - Ride the Wind 2026 pt 2 24.04.2026 23min

  Another Year, another Ride the Wind competition. Tune in as we introduce the rest of the 33 ladies participating in Hunan/Mango TV's singing and dancing competition for 2026! Some fan favorites include the likes of Empresses in the Palace alum Tang Yi Xin and 90s stars such as Dai Si, Sun Yi, and Chen Yao
• In the Know - Ride the Wind 2026 pt 1 20.04.2026 28min

  Another Year, another Ride the Wind competition. Tune in as we introduce the first half of the ladies participating in Hunan/Mango TV's singing and dancing competition for 2026!
• Joy of Life S2 - Ep 36: Recognizing Humanity 14.04.2026 27min

  In the last episode of the season, Fan Xian discovers the location of where the Ming family hid the rest of the 3 Great Warehouses. He also discovers a plot on his life. Grandmaster Ye Liu Yun has been summoned by the Princess Royal to take his life. Fan Xian must choose between saving his life and taking over the 3 Great Warehouses. Listen to our latest podcast episode as we discuss episode 36 of Joy of Life season 2!
• Joy of Life S2 - Ep 35: The Depravity of the Ming Family 07.04.2026 21min

  Fan Xian heads to the Ming family for dinner but is met with a horrific sight and learns how little the Ming family thinks of human lives
• April 2026 - Chinese Drama Update - Love Beyond the Grave, Veil of Shadows and more! 03.04.2026 17min

  In March and April 2026, Dilraba Dilmurat stars in a Love Beyond the Grave alongside Chen Fei Yu as the 400 year old ruler of the spirit real. Ju Jing Yi faced a fierce battle with her agency right before her drama Veil of Shadows starring alongside Chen Du Ling, Zeng Shun Xi, and Tian Jia Rui aired. Zhou Ye starred in a 1980s drama Dream of Golden Years. Gong Jun and Ren Ming round out the month with a modern day drama Hold a Court Now. Listen to our latest episode on these dramas!We are headed to China! Please send us questions and requests as we head off to explore Heng Dian, the location where many period dramas were filmed!
• Joy of Life S2 - Ep 34 - Making an Entrance 31.03.2026 27min

  Fan Xian sees the corruption in JiangNan and the power the Ming family wields in the region and decides to make a powerful statement when he docks in Su Zhou
• In the Know - Hilarious Popularity Resurgences 28.03.2026 21min

  In the last two weeks, 54 year old Qu Ying suddenly became popular again after her guest appearance on Papi Jiang's show. Her relaxed demeanor and hilarious stories took generated quite a stir on social media. Meanwhile, The Pursuit of Jade has been suffering a lot backlash on the portrayal of generals, leading to the unexpected popularity of He Run Dong for his portrayal of generals back in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Listen to our latest podcast on the surprising and hilarious popularity resurgences in the last few weeks.
• Joy of Life S2 ep 33 - Journey to Jiang Nan 25.03.2026 27min

  After the Emperor proactively reveals that he is Fan Xian's father, it is time for Fan Xian to head down to Jiang Nan where the Ming family will make it difficult for him to take back control of his mother's 3 Great Workshops
• In the Know - Addressing the Billing Problem 21.03.2026 15min

  On Mar 13, the Chinese Department of the National Radio and Television Administration held a press conference discussing the "issues" that it will tackle. The most pressing is the issue of top billing and who gets top billing for Chinese dramas. Listen to the latest to the solution China has decided to implement.
• Joy of Life S2 - ep 32: Marital Disputes 18.03.2026 27min

  Wan'er confronts Fan Xian about his involvement in her brother's death while the Empress also seeks an audience with the Emperor that turns sour. Beyond that though, more mysteries of the Sacred Temple where Fan Xian's mother and Wu Zhu came from begin to surface.
• In the Know - More Social Media Backlash 14.03.2026 31min

  In the past few weeks, there has been 3 main events that have garnered significant social media backlash including the filming announcement of a very popular book Jiang Men Du Hou with stars Wang He Di and Meng Zi Yi, Dilraba and a series of unfortunate events surrounding Paris Fashion Week, and the new drama The Pursuit of Jade starring Zhang Ling He and Tian Xi Wei. Listen to our latest podcast on the details and just why there's been such a huge reaction from the online community