Lighter & Princess Season 2

The wildly popular 2022 Chinese romantic drama Lighter & Princess is making a grand return with a second season in 2025. The announcement has sent waves of excitement throughout the C-drama fan community, as viewers will once again see the electrifying chemistry between leads Xu Kai and Zhang Jingyi.

Season 1 of Lighter & Princess followed the sweet yet stormy romance between Li Xun (Xu Kai), a genius computer programmer, and Zhu Yun (Zhang Jingyi), a bright and principled university student. Their relationship, filled with youthful passion, misunderstandings, personal ambitions, and healing, touched the hearts of millions.

The drama’s heartfelt storytelling, combined with Xu Kai’s charismatic portrayal and Zhang Jingyi’s graceful sincerity, made the show a massive hit not only in China but across international platforms like iQIYI, WeTV, and Viki.

According to recent official updates, Lighter & Princess Season 2 is set to premiere in mid-2025, with filming already underway. While the creators are keeping the plot details under wraps, sources reveal that the second season will pick up two years after the events of Season 1.

Li Xun and Zhu Yun are now navigating adult life, career challenges, and the lingering emotions from their past relationship. Rumors suggest that the duo may be working in rival tech companies, adding a layer of professional rivalry to their romantic tension.

The undeniable chemistry between Xu Kai and Zhang Jingyi was a cornerstone of the first season’s success. Fans will be delighted to know that both actors have enthusiastically returned for Season 2.

Xu Kai mentioned during a press event, “This story still has so much to tell. Li Xun's growth and love for Zhu Yun haven’t ended.” Zhang Jingyi added, “I’m grateful to portray Zhu Yun again—she’s a character who’s matured, and her journey will inspire many.”

While the core love story continues, Season 2 will reportedly introduce new characters, including:

• A female tech CEO who becomes Li Xun’s mentor—and possibly, romantic interest.
  
  

• Zhu Yun’s ambitious junior colleague, who develops feelings for her.
  
  

• A family tragedy that forces Zhu Yun to reconsider her life choices.
  
  

These elements promise fresh drama, emotional conflicts, and deeper themes of love, ambition, forgiveness, and self-worth.

The drama will once again stream on iQIYI and Tencent Video with global availability on Viki. The official release window is Q3 2025, with promotional posters and teaser trailers expected to drop by March 2025.

Social media is abuzz with fan reactions:

“This is the best news of the year! Xu Kai and Zhang Jingyi have the BEST chemistry.”
— @DramaAddict88

“Please let them be happy this time. Season 1 broke my heart into a thousand pieces.”
— @CDramaHearts

Many fans are already theorizing potential story arcs and love triangle resolutions, showing just how invested the audience remains.

• More mature storytelling focused on post-college life.
  
  

• Intense emotional scenes as the couple grapples with the past.
  
  

• Slow-burn romance with professional tension and jealousy.
  
  

• A potential engagement or wedding twist near the finale.
  
  

With a loyal fanbase and two stellar leads, Lighter & Princess Season 2 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated Chinese dramas of 2025. Whether you're a returning viewer or new to the franchise, the second season promises to deliver heartache, hope, and heartfelt romance once again.

Stay tuned for exclusive updates, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks, and early trailers—because love isn’t over yet for Li Xun and Zhu Yun.