The new Chinese drama “Love’s Ambition”, starring Zhao Lusi and William Chan, is captivating audiences and dominating popularity charts across multiple streaming platforms in China.
According to Kuyun Digital Entertainment, the series has reached an impressive 592 million weekly views across platforms, with 565 million on-demand views. It also broke records by surpassing 100 million views in a single day, maintaining an average of over 30 million views per episode.
Just four days after its premiere, Love’s Ambition reached a popularity index of 32,197 points on Tencent Video — a new record for modern urban dramas in China.
Zhao Lusi and William Chan Captivate Audiences
Leading actress Zhao Lusi, who portrays the strong yet vulnerable Xu Yan, achieved an individual popularity score of 17,755 points, ranking #1 among trending characters.
Meanwhile, William Chan, who plays the charming and controlling Shen Hao Ming, scored 17,174 points, securing third place overall. The powerful chemistry between the two leads has become one of the main reasons for the show’s overwhelming success, drawing in fans of both romantic and high-stakes urban dramas.
A Story About Love, Ambition, and Self-Discovery
Love’s Ambition dives deep into the complex relationships of China’s urban elite — exploring arranged marriages, ambition, and emotional vulnerability.
The story follows Xu Yan (Zhao Lusi), a young woman raised by her grandmother, who struggles with emotional distance from her parents. Determined to rise in social status, she enters a marriage of convenience with Shen Hao Ming (William Chan) — a man used to controlling everything and everyone around him.
However, when their marriage begins to crumble and both face professional and personal failure, they are forced to confront their true selves, tear down emotional walls, and rediscover the real meaning of love, trust, and identity.
A New Benchmark for Chinese Urban Dramas
With strong performances, elegant cinematography, and an emotionally charged narrative, Love’s Ambition stands as one of the biggest television sensations of 2025.
The drama not only reinforces Zhao Lusi’s versatility, known for her captivating roles in historical romances, but also showcases a new, mature side of William Chan, whose heartfelt performance has deeply resonated with audiences.
Where to Watch
You can stream “Love’s Ambition” now on Viki, where it continues to win over global audiences with its emotional depth and stunning performances.
