Chinese drama "The Truth of Jade" starring Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei has skyrocketed in popularity, becoming the hit drama of the year. Both leads have seen a major surge in popularity, and their overly sweet interactions in behind-the-scenes footage, plus being spotted wearing the same jacket in private, have triggered rumors of their on-screen romance becoming real. Recently, Zhang Linghe updated his automated Weibo reply message for May (automatically sent to fans' DMs), and in a 23-second voice message, he said, "Eat well, sleep well, meet up more often"—the exact same three phrases Tian Xiwei lovingly told her fans during a brand event in April. Netizens were quick to notice this and joked that Zhang was "following his wife's lead," sending the internet into a frenzy shipping the couple!
Before "The Truth of Jade" aired, due to disputes between their managers, Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei couldn't publicly interact much, leading to misunderstandings about their relationship and rumors that they had no interaction off-set. However, after the drama aired and became a massive hit, official behind-the-scenes clips were slowly released, showing the pair's adorable on-set interactions—frequent giggling during kiss scenes, playful banter, and laughter, all revealing a genuinely good relationship. Recently, both of them were also invited to model for GUCCI, and coincidentally struck matching poses, wore identical GUCCI jackets off-set, and even sported the same series of Disney character headbands, leading to further speculation that the romance has gone off-screen.
Just a few days ago, another round of “long-distance flirting” evidence appeared—Zhang Linghe updated his auto-reply for May, and in the 23-second voice message, said: “It’s May, wishing everyone happiness every day, peace and joy, and remember to eat well, sleep well, meet up more often!” The phrases “eat well, sleep well, meet up more often” were immediately noticed by fans as being identical—in wording, tone, and attitude—to what Tian Xiwei had told her fans during an April event. Previously, Zhang Linghe admitted to fans that it was “getting harder to come up with” new auto-reply messages, but now surprised everyone by copying Tian’s phrases exactly. Netizens teased him even more, saying things like “following his wife’s lead” and “how many Tian Xiwei videos did you watch to imitate her so well?”
Interestingly, it’s not just fans obsessed with the “Tian and Zhang” CP—celebrities Qi Wei and Li Yitong are also big shippers! Qi Wei, who hasn’t even watched “The Truth of Jade,” was recently asked on a variety show which CP she’s currently shipping. After thinking for a moment, she replied, “Tian and Zhang Linghe CP~” with a knowing smile. Plus, Tian Xiwei had previously asked Qi Wei on a show, “How can you stay together with someone for a long time without fighting?”—which happened right after “The Truth of Jade” wrapped filming, making it even more intriguing.
Additionally, during filming of “The Truth of Jade”, Li Yitong and Tian Xiwei were caught on a behind-the-scenes video whispering. Li Yitong told Tian Xiwei she didn’t ship the kiss scenes between Tian and Zhang, but said, “But do you know what moments I do ship? When you two kept laughing and messed up the scenes—that’s actually what’s best to ship!” This string of bombshell confessions made Tian Xiwei immediately cover Li Yitong’s mouth and exclaim, “Let’s talk about this in the car later!”
News Source: Up Media Trends
Just a few days ago, another round of “long-distance flirting” evidence appeared—Zhang Linghe updated his auto-reply for May, and in the 23-second voice message, said: “It’s May, wishing everyone happiness every day, peace and joy, and remember to eat well, sleep well, meet up more often!” The phrases “eat well, sleep well, meet up more often” were immediately noticed by fans as being identical—in wording, tone, and attitude—to what Tian Xiwei had told her fans during an April event. Previously, Zhang Linghe admitted to fans that it was “getting harder to come up with” new auto-reply messages, but now surprised everyone by copying Tian’s phrases exactly. Netizens teased him even more, saying things like “following his wife’s lead” and “how many Tian Xiwei videos did you watch to imitate her so well?”
Interestingly, it’s not just fans obsessed with the “Tian and Zhang” CP—celebrities Qi Wei and Li Yitong are also big shippers! Qi Wei, who hasn’t even watched “The Truth of Jade,” was recently asked on a variety show which CP she’s currently shipping. After thinking for a moment, she replied, “Tian and Zhang Linghe CP~” with a knowing smile. Plus, Tian Xiwei had previously asked Qi Wei on a show, “How can you stay together with someone for a long time without fighting?”—which happened right after “The Truth of Jade” wrapped filming, making it even more intriguing.
Additionally, during filming of “The Truth of Jade”, Li Yitong and Tian Xiwei were caught on a behind-the-scenes video whispering. Li Yitong told Tian Xiwei she didn’t ship the kiss scenes between Tian and Zhang, but said, “But do you know what moments I do ship? When you two kept laughing and messed up the scenes—that’s actually what’s best to ship!” This string of bombshell confessions made Tian Xiwei immediately cover Li Yitong’s mouth and exclaim, “Let’s talk about this in the car later!”
News Source: Up Media Trends