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| Overdo: Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan's Behind-the-Scenes Kissing Clip Goes Viral, Fans Say It's Better Than the Drama. (Weibo/Tencent Video |
Chinese Republican-era drama Overdo (這一秒過火) has found itself at the top of the trending charts, but it is not only the fast-paced storyline keeping viewers hooked. Starring Zhang Linghe as Murong Qingyi and Wang Churan as Ren Susu, the series has exploded across Chinese social media after its behind-the-scenes footage revealed an unexpectedly charming side to one of the drama's most talked-about romantic moments. In a rare twist, many fans are saying the rehearsal footage is even more entertaining than what eventually made it onto television.
The series wasted little time making an impact. According to reports, Overdo opened with an impressive market share of more than 16 per cent on its first day, comfortably outperforming several rival dramas airing in the same period. Its dramatic twists, emotional confrontations and relentless pacing have quickly turned it into one of the hottest Chinese dramas currently on air.
At the heart of the buzz is the complicated relationship between Murong Qingyi and Ren Susu. The story follows the pair, who first fall in love after becoming pen pals, only for tragedy and deception to tear them apart.
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Believing Ren Susu has died, Murong Qingyi is left carrying the blame for another man's death and spends years behind bars.
When he is finally released, he discovers the woman he loved has returned under a new identity and is preparing to marry his own brother, pushing him to the edge as he desperately tries to uncover the truth.
One of the biggest talking points arrives early in the series during a tense confrontation between the two characters. The emotionally charged scene was intended to highlight years of heartbreak, anger and unresolved feelings.
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However, while viewers praised the performances, many felt the final broadcast version suffered from choppy editing and slow-motion cuts that interrupted the emotional flow.
Instead of fully immersing audiences, some joked that the editing seemed determined to interrupt the drama every few seconds just when things were getting interesting.
That criticism quickly took an unexpected turn when the production team released the behind-the-scenes footage.
The extended clip showed Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan remaining in character for longer after filming the sequence, exchanging lingering eye contact while catching their breath before breaking into shy smiles.
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| Overdo Behind-the-Scenes Kissing Scene Between Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan Has Fans Obsessed |
Fans immediately declared the unreleased version more natural, more emotional and, in many cases, sweeter than the edited scene included in the drama itself.
The making-of video also revealed plenty of light-hearted moments that completely changed the atmosphere. Rather than maintaining serious expressions throughout, both stars repeatedly burst into laughter between takes.
The contrast amused viewers, who watched intense dramatic performances transform into awkward giggles within seconds. It served as a reminder that even the most emotional television scenes often involve plenty of joking around once the cameras briefly stop rolling.
One unexpected challenge came from an unlikely co-star: the sink. The prop had reportedly been built to suit Zhang Linghe's towering height of around 192 centimetres, making it considerably less practical for Wang Churan.
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She initially struggled to climb onto it comfortably and jokingly suggested she might need a stunt wire to make it work.
The production team eventually solved the problem by adding an apple box beneath her feet, proving that television magic sometimes relies on surprisingly ordinary solutions.
Another fan-favourite moment involved the pair rehearsing dialogue and gestures before filming.
Zhang Linghe repeatedly laughed while delivering his intense lines, apparently finding them slightly over-the-top himself, while Wang Churan could not hide her embarrassment and even covered her face with the script during rehearsals.
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| Overdo BTS Kissing Scene: Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan Leave Fans Wanting the Uncut Version |
Instead of rushing through the scene, the two actors carefully discussed their movements together, adjusting poses until they found one that looked more natural on screen. Their relaxed teamwork has since earned praise from viewers, who said the footage showcased genuine professional chemistry behind the cameras.
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| Fans Prefer Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan's Behind-the-Scenes Kissing Scene Over the Final Cut |
Fans have been divided over the finished result, though not for the reasons many expected. Some believe the broadcast version still delivers enough emotional impact and fits the drama's dramatic tone, while others argue the editing stripped away too many subtle reactions between the leads.
A growing number have even suggested the production team should release extended cuts more often, joking that the behind-the-scenes department deserves its own award after repeatedly stealing the spotlight from the editors.
Cnetz simply enjoyed Overdo & seeing two popular stars behaving like ordinary colleagues. Watching Zhang Linghe forget his serious expression halfway through a dramatic speech or Wang Churan laughing at the situation made the pair feel refreshingly relatable.