Wanna Be - Chinese Drama 2025

Wanna Be is an urban romance drama directed by Sun Chengzhi, stars Wang Zixuan and Daddi Tang in leading roles, with supporting performances from Jin Ze, Feng Bo, Zhang Haoyue, Gong Fangni, Sun Zihang, Zhou Xiaochuan, Qi Shenghan, Xue Yupin, and Tian Xuning. Lu Hong, Putao, and Bu Fan make special appearances.

The story revolves around the modeling profession, following top supermodel Han Yijing, who returns after disappearing for three years due to a car accident. She faces post-accident complications, the departure of her boyfriend, and restrictions from her family. Meanwhile, Jia Fan, a fish vendor at a market, accidentally stumbles into a fashion show and is noticed by Han Jialing, the owner of Mo Yilu. He is invited to participate in the "Light of Yi" model competition. Under Han Yijing’s strict guidance, he rises to career success and falls in love with her.

Details

English Title: Wanna Be
Chinese Title: 白日梦与她
Other Titles: 如果是模特, 如果不是你
Genre: Romance, Urban
Tag: Modeling, Model Male Lead, Model Female Lead
Episodes: 29
Duration: 45 min.
Director: Sun Chengzhi
Screenwriter: Hu Meng
Producer: Hu Meng
Released Date: 2025-03-24
Broadcast Website: youku.tv, Youku

Cast

Wang ZixuanHan YijingMain Role
Daddi TangJia FanMain Role
Garvey JinXing MoSupport Role
Feng YunzhiHan JialingSupport Role
Zhang HaoyueYou NingSupport Role
Gong FangniDong XiaoruSupport Role
Sun ZihangLi HaoranSupport Role
Zhou XiaochuanJia FuSupport Role
Lu HongLiao JinyuanSupport Role
Pu TaoSi MinSupport Role

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Synopsis

Once at the pinnacle of the modeling world, Han Yijing was on the rise when a severe car accident took her out of the public eye for three years. Though she makes a dazzling comeback, she struggles with the aftermath of the accident, the sudden departure of her boyfriend, and the rigid expectations of her loved ones.

Meanwhile, Jia Fan, an ordinary fish vendor, unexpectedly finds himself on a fashion show runway. His poised performance in a crisis catches the attention of Han Jialing, the owner of Mo Yilu, who strongly encourages him to join the "Light of Yi" model competition. Under Han Yijing’s rigorous training, Jia Fan gradually reaches new heights in his career and develops a romantic relationship with her. However, an inherited eye disease casts a shadow over both his life and career.