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| Zhai Xiaowen Breaks Silence After Fans Kick Off Protest Over Wu Xuanyi Reunion in My Drama Missy |
“An actor’s strength comes from his work” – Zhai Xiaowen responds as fans boycott third collab with former idol mate Wu Xuanyi.
Zhai Xiaowen’s drama journey just hit a bumpy road, and this time it’s not because of a role — it’s the casting news that’s got his fanbase up in arms.
The former R1SE idol-turned-actor has spoken up for the first time since fans began actively protesting his third on-screen pairing with Wu Xuanyi, after the duo were confirmed as the leads of iQIYI’s upcoming rom-com series My Drama Missy (有戏). What should’ve been a celebratory project announcement quickly turned messy, with Zhai’s own fanbase staging a boycott over what they see as “repetitive CP binding” and a potential career risk.
Three’s a Crowd? Fans Say It’s Too Much Wu Xuanyi
The backlash began almost immediately after the official casting reveal. Although the two previously had great chemistry as the second couple in Love in Pavilion earlier this year — and even appeared in Sweet Teeth before that, albeit with different love interests — some fans now fear the repeated pairing could pigeonhole Zhai into a “fixed CP” image, limiting his long-term career prospects.
Worse still, the original source material for My Drama Missy is female-led, and supporters are worried Zhai Xiaowen’s character will be sidelined in favour of Wu Xuanyi’s storyline. Many saw it as a potential downgrade after his strong performance in Always Home, a breakout role that earned him major praise earlier this year.
The tipping point? Silence from his team — or as fans put it, “pretending nothing’s happening.”
Global Fan Club Goes on Strike — Full Boycott Announced
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In a move that shocked the industry, Zhai Xiaowen’s official global fan club took to Weibo with a strongly worded statement declaring a complete suspension of all fan support activities tied to My Drama Missy. That includes boycotting promo posts, skipping trending campaigns, and halting interaction with anything related to the project.
The statement demanded honesty and accountability from ZhaiXiaowen’s team, accusing them of “betrayal” by brushing off fan concerns. The message: “We’re not against the actor, we’re against the choices.”
Meanwhile, Wu Xuanyi’s fanbase has remained relatively quiet, choosing not to engage with the backlash or the boycott.
Zhai Xiaowen Responds with Gratitude and Professionalism
After days of tension online, Zhai Xiaowen finally stepped forward with a heartfelt message to fans — not directly addressing the boycott, but gently reaffirming his stance as a committed working actor.
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“An actor’s greatest confidence comes from their work,” he wrote.
“I may still have some distance to go before becoming an actor truly recognised by everyone, but for now, I want to seize every opportunity, create more roles and projects, and do my best to complete this chapter of my journey.”
He thanked the fans who are still standing by him, and expressed hope that their bond would continue through positive energy and mutual growth.
“Thank you to everyone who's still willing to walk this path with me. I hope we’ll always bring each other strength and good vibes.”
The tone was calm, reflective, and refreshingly un-defensive — a sign that Zhai Xiaowen’s keeping things professional, even as some of his biggest supporters turn critical.
⭐ TLDR
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Zhai Xiaowen will star opposite Wu Xuanyi in the upcoming drama My Drama Missy, marking their third collaboration.
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Fans aren’t happy — citing CP fatigue and concerns over his career being locked into a repeat formula.
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His Global Fan Club launched a full boycott, suspending all support for the project.
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Zhai responded with a heartfelt statement, saying he values all opportunities and draws confidence from his work.
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Wu Xuanyi’s team and fans have largely kept quiet throughout the drama (off-screen, that is).
🎭 What’s Next for My Drama Missy?
The drama’s still in early pre-production stages, so no filming start date or broadcast timeline has been announced yet. With both leads confirmed and a strong IP backing it, My Drama Missy could still attract attention — but whether fans will show up for it when it airs? That’s a drama in itself.