Chen Feiyu and Sun Qian’s ‘Love Story in the 1970s’ Smashes Heat Index Record on Tencent Video

Chen Feiyu and Sun Qian Deliver a Slow-Burn Love Set Against 1970s Reality in Love Story in the 1970s. (Photo: WeTV)

WeTV has officially rolled out its new Chinese romance drama Love Story in the 1970s, a 29-episode series that drops viewers straight into a restrictive yet emotionally rich era, where love, ambition, and survival often collide. Set in the 1970s, the drama leans into realism, telling a grounded story about ordinary people trying to secure a better future while holding onto fragile hopes.

At the heart of the series is Fei Ni, played by Sun Qian, a young woman working at a hat factory who refuses to accept that her life is already decided for her. In a time when opportunities are limited, she believes education is her only real way forward. University isn’t just a dream for Fei Ni, it’s a lifeline, a chance to escape the cycle of hardship surrounding her family.

Her path shifts when she reconnects with Fang Muyang, portrayed by Chen Feiyu, a former middle school classmate whose life changes after he gains public recognition for being injured while saving someone. 

Seeing a rare opening, Fei Ni takes care of him with sincerity, quietly hoping that her effort might help her earn the university recommendation she’s been chasing for years.

Reality, however, refuses to make things easy. Her attempts to continue her education are repeatedly blocked, while financial strain tightens its grip on her family. 

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When her older brother faces housing problems after marriage, Fei Ni suggests a fake marriage with Fang Muyang so they can qualify for separate housing. 

What starts as a calculated decision soon places both of them under the same roof, sharing a small home and an even smaller margin for mistakes.

Living together slowly changes everything. Daily struggles, unspoken support, and quiet understanding blur the line between obligation and genuine affection. 

The drama doesn’t rush their emotions, choosing instead to let feelings grow naturally through shared hardship, awkward silences, and moments of warmth that feel deeply earned.

Beyond the leads, the supporting cast adds strong emotional texture. Guo Xiaoting, Wang Tianchen, and Mintao Liu bring layered performances that reflect the wider social pressures of the era, making Fei Ni and Fang Muyang’s world feel lived-in rather than idealised.

Online reactions to Love Story in the 1970s have been mixed but passionate. Some viewers praise its restrained storytelling, saying the slow pace and realistic tone make the romance feel more authentic than flashy modern dramas. 

Others admit the series feels heavy at times, but argue that’s exactly what makes it honest. 

Many netizens have highlighted the chemistry between Chen Feiyu and Sun Qian, calling it subtle, believable, and emotionally consistent rather than dramatic for the sake of attention.

‘Love Story in the 1970s’ Heat Index Breaks 27,000, Becomes Fastest Tencent Drama of 2026

The numbers back up the conversation. Love Story In The 1970s has reached a heat index of 27,000, officially breaking the record as the fastest Tencent Video series to hit that milestone in 2026. It’s a clear sign that quiet, character-driven stories still have serious pulling power.

Blending gentle romance with the weight of real-life choices, Love Story in the 1970s stands out as a drama that doesn’t chase shock value, but instead focuses on emotional truth. 

If you’ve already started watching, do you see it as a slow-burn gem or a tough watch that demands patience?