LayarHijau – The fantasy romance costume drama Love Beyond the Grave (白日提灯), starring Dilraba Dilmurat and Chen Feiyu, is officially set to premiere on March 28 on Tencent Video and WETV.
The drama will take over the time slot from the hit series Pursuit of Jade (逐玉), previously led by Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei. Even before its release, anticipation has been strong, with reservations on Tencent surpassing 3.5 million.
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The latest trailer has quickly captured attention with its intense portrayal of a tragic romance between a human and a spirit. This emotionally charged storyline has made the drama one of the most highly anticipated costume productions of early 2026.
In the series, Dilraba plays He Simu, the Ghost King. Her performance is already drawing buzz, supported by a total of 27 handmade costumes designed by Taiwanese designer Huang Wei. Among them, the striking red Ghost King outfit stands out, adorned with antique-style glass beads that produce a soft, wind-chime-like sound with every step, creating an ethereal presence that feels almost tangible on screen. Her various looks have sparked widespread discussion among fans, with many توقعing He Simu to become one of her next signature roles.
Meanwhile, Chen Feiyu takes on the role of the young general Duan Xu. Outwardly, he appears spirited and rebellious as a commanding military leader, but beneath that lies a deeply calculated mind shaped by a blood feud. The character blends strength, vulnerability, and emotional depth. In the trailer, his battle-worn appearance—hair tied in a high ponytail and clad in silver armor while fighting in the snow—has already become a major talking point among viewers.
Behind the scenes, the drama is directed by Qin Zhen, known for the hit Lost You Forever (长相思), bringing her signature delicate emotional lens and poetic visual style to the project.
The art direction is handled by Shao Changyong, who previously worked on Nirvana in Fire (琅琊榜). He combines Dunhuang-inspired motifs with Gothic aesthetics, including the large-scale construction of the ghost city “Guixu City,” resulting in visuals that are said to surpass the usual standards of costume dramas.
With a high-profile cast, top-tier production team, and an emotionally driven cross-realm love story, Love Beyond the Grave is widely expected to carry on the momentum of Pursuit of Jade and emerge as the next breakout hit.
