The Controversy of Love on the Turquoise Land, The Switch from Chen Zheyuan to Chen Xing Xu Sparks Fanwar

Kapanlagi.com - The drama Love on the Turquoise Land has become one of the most talked-about Chinese projects from 2024 to 2025. Not only because of the presence of Dilraba Dilmurat, but also due to the major controversy surrounding the change of the male lead actor. The decision, which was initially seen as a safe move, instead triggered a fan war and widespread debate in the entertainment industry.

Rumors about casting that circulated before production drastically raised the tension among fandoms. Both Dilraba's fans and readers of the novel voiced their opinions loudly, while the production team had to weigh the pressures from fans, market needs, brand image, and the significant investment risks.

1. Rumor Casting Love on the Turquoise Land Exploded Before Shooting Started

Since the early news that Chen Zheyuan was being considered for the male lead, fans were immediately divided. Novel fans felt that his visuals and aura were not fully compatible with the character that readers have come to love.

Furthermore, this drama stars Dilraba Dilmurat, an actress with a large fanbase whose voice is very influential. Even before shooting began, the tension of the project had already reached its peak.

2. The Decision to Replace Chen Zheyuan with Chen Xing Xu That Triggered a Fanwar Explosion

Chen Xing Xu and Chen Zhe Yuan

When the production team announced that Chen Xing Xu officially replaced Chen Zheyuan, the situation changed drastically. Some in the public viewed this move as a market strategy, while others believed the production team succumbed to fandom pressure.

Because the emergence of this change felt sudden, the fanwar escalated immediately. Many believed that creative decisions were no longer purely determined by the production team, but by the loud voices of the fandom.

3. Audience Reactions After Love on the Turquoise Land Premiered

Dilraba Dilmurat and Chen Xing Xu

After the official airing, public opinion towards Chen Xing Xu began to change. Despite being experienced, his more mature visuals and serious acting style made some viewers feel he was not entirely suitable as Dilraba Dilmurat's partner.

The chemistry between the two was considered not yet 'clicking'. This raised a big question: was the change of actors really the right step that should have been taken from the start?

4. Strong Speculation: What If Chen Zheyuan Remained the Lead Actor?

Chen Zhe Yuan

The name Chen Zheyuan became increasingly discussed after the drama aired. Many viewers assessed that his younger visuals and lighter character aura might be more suitable for the lead role in Love on the Turquoise Land.

Since he never got the chance to appear, the public continues to speculate about the dynamics and chemistry with Dilraba Dilmurat if the initial choice had not been changed. This speculation keeps the public conversation lively.

5. The Controversy of Love on the Turquoise Land Reveals Old Wounds of the Chinese Industry

Dilaraba Dilmurat and Chen Xing Xu -

The case of the actor switch between Chen Zheyuan and Chen Xing Xu brings back a classic issue: the dominance of capital and fanbase in determining the direction of production. Creative decisions are no longer entirely in the hands of the director or the writing team but have become a product of compromise.

Nevertheless, Love on the Turquoise Land continues to perform strongly on Tencent. Its strong script and suspenseful atmosphere serve as a savior amidst the controversy. However, public conversation continues, as fans want to be heard while creators wish to maintain their artistic vision.

(kpl/chn)