Zhao Liying’s 2026 Transformation in The Dream Maker – From Rom-Com Queen to Powerful City Builder

Premiering January 10, 2026, on CCTV-8 and Tencent Video (available with ENG SUB on WeTV), this 40-episode period drama is based on real historical events from Zhu Xiaojun's "China's Farmer-Built City" – the inspiring true story of Longgang farmers self-funding and constructing a city without state money during China's Reform and Opening-up era. Zhao Liying stars alongside Huang Xiaoming as Zheng Decheng, in a tale of rivalry turning into partnership, collective struggle, and positive energy under the motto "a city for the people, built by the people." Watch Zhao Liying's incredible glow-up: short hair, minimal makeup, confident and decisive leadership – a far cry from her sweet, flirty rom-com days! Early reactions praise the uplifting story, real-life details, and her mature performance in this main-melody patriotic drama. Whether you're a long-time Zhao Liying fan or discovering her range, this is her boldest shift yet! If you love C-dramas, actress transformations, or inspiring true stories, hit play now! What do you think of Zhao Liying's new powerful role? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👍 Like if you're excited for more Zhao Liying content! 🔔 Subscribe for updates on hot C-dramas, celebrity glow-ups, and 2026 premieres! 🗣️ Comment: Is The Dream Maker Zhao Liying's best transformation? Watch full episodes with ENG SUB: https://wetv.vip/en/play/ (or search "The Dream Maker WeTV") #ZhaoLiying #TheDreamMaker #XiaoChengDaShi #ZhaoLiying2026 #CDrama #ChineseDrama #Transformation #RomComToLeader #CityBuilder #HuangXiaoming #2026Drama #InspirationalDrama #ReformEra #WeTV #TrueStoryDrama #MainMelodyDrama #ZaniliaZhao #GoldenEagleAward #WildBloom #PrincessAgents #JourneyOfFlower