Close to You

Yu Mingxi, an ordinary girl with a gift for sports, enters the elite Jingcai Academy to honor her late father’s dream. There, she meets Jiang Bohan, a brilliant student hiding behind a rebellious front. As their lives intertwine, they peel back each other’s masks, confront past wounds, and begin to heal through an unexpected connection.

Directed by —, Close to You leans on a strong ensemble — Liu Xiaobei, Bubble Zhu, Li Ruotian — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2025.