Yang Zi and Li Xian recently appeared together on the variety show Hello Saturday to promote their drama The National Beauty and Flowers. Their close interactions on the show reignited dating rumors, drawing enthusiastic reactions from fans.
During the program, Li Xian described his ideal girlfriend as someone with long black hair, fair skin, and younger than him—traits that perfectly match Yang Zi. Fans playfully commented that instead of describing a general type, Li Xian was indirectly naming Yang Zi as his ideal partner.
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The two actors also showcased remarkable chemistry while playing games, contributing to the show’s highest ratings in three years.
This isn’t the first time the duo has been caught up in romance speculation. Their on-screen pairing in Go Go Squid (2019) captivated audiences across Asia, fueling widespread rumors of an off-screen romance—claims both actors denied. Despite this, they have maintained a close friendship over the years, often exchanging birthday wishes on Weibo.
Their reunion in The National Beauty and Flowers has been met with excitement, with both stars expressing how comfortable and happy they were filming emotional and intimate scenes together. The drama’s success speaks for itself—season one averaged 32.68 million views per episode, setting a record on Mango TV, while its rating on Hunan TV reached an impressive 0.6%. It also garnered a solid 7.8 rating on Douban, receiving widespread praise.
As fans eagerly await news of season two, concerns remain over whether it can maintain the success of its predecessor, following in the footsteps of Lost You Forever, which saw a significant decline in quality after its first season.