New Chinese drama 'Mo Li' debuts with revenge plot and steamy scenes

The revenge-themed historical drama "Mo Li," starring Bai Lu and Cheng Lei, is captivating audiences with its rapid plot development and intense character dynamics. In a pivotal scene on their wedding night, Cheng Lei's character, Mo Xiuyuan, a disabled prince, attempts to deter Ye Li (played by Bai Lu) from staying with him. He employs a mix of provocative teasing, asking if she wants to try "special instruments" for a "cripple's wedding night," followed by a dramatic display of feigned illness, pretending to suffer a sudden asthma attack.

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A cripple's wedding night requires some special instruments to help, do you want to try?

Cheng Lei, already known for his physique and frequent bathing scenes in previous roles, did not disappoint viewers in the premiere episode. He once again showcased his toned chest and defined abs during a bath scene. Addressing his fitness for the role, Cheng Lei revealed he maintains a consistent workout routine and even exercised with Bai Lu during the early stages of filming. He humorously clarified that he didn't specifically seek out roles with bath scenes but admitted to maintaining strict body management for the camera.

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Two broken people save each other, the process is like a roller coaster, both sweet and abusive, but ultimately there will be a good ending.

During a promotional appearance, Bai Lu and Cheng Lei described their characters' relationship as "a slow stream flowing into a great river," signifying two broken individuals finding solace and redemption in each other. They likened their journey to a "roller coaster ride," filled with both sweetness and pain, but ultimately leading to a happy ending. When asked about the most challenging aspect of their roles, both actors unanimously pointed to the weather. Filming took place during intense heat, with Cheng Lei often wearing heavy battle attire, which Bai Lu noted offered mutual comfort on set as they shared their struggles.

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The weather is the biggest challenge!

The on-screen chemistry between Bai Lu and Cheng Lei extends off-screen, as evidenced by their gift-giving. Bai Lu mentioned receiving a high-quality pen from Cheng Lei for her birthday, which she jokingly declared she would use for all future contracts. Cheng Lei, an avid photographer, received several cameras from Bai Lu. During the "Mo Li" shoot, Cheng Lei also served as Bai Lu's personal photographer, capturing numerous beautiful images. While Bai Lu playfully complained about the editing process, Cheng Lei assured fans that he would gradually release some of his treasured photos during the show's run. "Mo Li" is currently available on Disney+.

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He took a lot of pictures but said he needed to adjust the colors, and didn't show me much.