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| Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao’s Off-Screen Chemistry in “Love in the Clouds” Has Fans Talking |
The chemistry between Love in the Clouds leads Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao isn’t just acting magic — turns out, their real-life friendship is just as warm.
The two appeared together on the 233rd episode of Star Colleagues, which aired on Sohu Video on 16 October 2025, and honestly? Their dynamic was pure comfort-core energy.
Throughout the episode, they shared playful banter, genuine admiration, and loads of cute anecdotes that had fans grinning.
During a segment where they had to tell stories and guess whether they were true or not, Lu Yuxiao recalled a funny moment from filming:
“When Hou Minghao joined the crew, he said he’d make membership cards so everyone could use his basketball court,” she said with a laugh.
Hou Minghao, meanwhile, couldn’t hide his enthusiasm when LuYuxiao mentioned her love for cats.
Hmh: I like blue golden shorthairs. Do you have?⁰Lyx: I do.⁰Hmh: For real? You have to show me a photo later! I’ve been into them lately.⁰Lyx: Didn’t you like that other breed before—⁰Hmh: Abyssinians or Egyptian Maus, I like them all.#HouMinghao #LuYuxiao #LoveintheClouds pic.twitter.com/ZI9X9HDJJo
— ncy ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ (@ncybear) October 15, 2025
“As soon as I heard Xiaoxiao had a favourite blue-gold tabby, my eyes lit up. We ended up chatting about cats for ages on set,” he said.
Apparently, their easy vibe didn’t just start on set — the pair had already known each other through mutual friends and private chats before Love in the Clouds even began filming.
That familiarity shows in their scenes, which feel natural and emotionally tuned-in rather than rehearsed.
When the topic of HouMinghao’s past trainee days at SM Entertainment came up, Lu Yuxiao surprised everyone by saying she already knew a bit about it.
He grinned when she revealed she’d actually been a fan of SM boy groups.
“We’d already talked about that privately before,” Lu said. “So when we met on set, it felt like catching up with an old friend.”
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Their on-screen chemistry has been one of the drama’s strongest selling points — fans say it’s the kind that makes you forget they’re acting.
Hou Minghao shared that both of them like to prepare deeply for each scene to stay focused:
“We talk a lot about character motivation and little emotional beats between takes,” he explained. “But we also keep things relaxed and fun — that balance keeps our performances real.”
The drama itself has been trending across platforms in China, thanks to its emotional story and stunning cinematography — but let’s be real, most viewers are tuning in for them.
In one recent episode, a particularly tender moment between their characters sent Weibo into meltdown.
After the female lead falls asleep, Hou Minghao’s character gently carries her to bed and lets her rest on his arm.
As dawn breaks, he plants a soft kiss on her forehead — a quiet moment that had viewers swooning.
“They act like a real couple!” one fan wrote.
“If they’re dating in real life, I’m fully supporting this CP,” another joked.
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That sweet, understated scene sealed their reputation as one of 2025’s most beloved Chinese drama pairings.
Even when the cameras aren’t rolling, their friendship is just as genuine.
In Star Colleagues, Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao played a guessing game featuring each other’s viral clips — Hou instantly spotted Lu’s iconic “lemon fork” video, while Lu nailed his singing clip without hesitation.
The two also revealed small habits about each other. Hou, nicknamed the “king of staying up late”, explained his routine:
“If I get enough sleep, I’ll play basketball for two hours — if not, I just rest. Health first,” he said.
Lu Yuxiao added with a smile, “But he never skips basketball once he’s rested.”
With their mutual respect, shared sense of humour, and easy communication, it’s no wonder their partnership shines both on and off screen. Whether or not there’s more than friendship there, one thing’s certain — Love in the Clouds wouldn’t feel as magical without Hou Minghao and Lu Yuxiao’s undeniable bond