Who Rules the World season 2

One of the most beloved Chinese historical fantasy dramas, Who Rules the World, is making a powerful comeback with its long-awaited Season 2 in 2025. Fans of intense wuxia action, tangled romance, and majestic court intrigue can now rejoice, as Yang Yang and Zhao Lusi reprise their legendary roles.

Based on the novel Qie Shi Tian Xia by Qing Ling Yue, the original drama captivated millions with its thrilling blend of romance, political conspiracies, and mesmerizing martial arts. Now, after three years of anticipation, the journey of Hei Fengxi and Bai Fengxi continues—and this time, their enemies are even more formidable.

Season 1 of Who Rules the World followed Hei Fengxi (Yang Yang), the elegant yet ruthless prince of Yongzhou, and Bai Fengxi (Zhao Lusi), a strong and intelligent martial artist. Hidden behind their aliases, they explored a war-torn world filled with hidden motives, betrayal, and power struggles.

As their true identities were revealed, their personal romance was tested by political ambitions, family loyalty, and war. Season 1 ended with the couple finally uniting—but at the cost of countless sacrifices.

Season 2 picks up shortly after the fall of the imperial dynasty and the establishment of a new regime. Peace is temporary—and fate once again stirs the winds of chaos.

In Season 2, Hei Fengxi and Bai Fengxi are no longer hiding their identities. As rulers of a newly unified territory, they attempt to bring justice and order to a realm still wounded by war. But power breeds enemies—and even among their allies, betrayal simmers beneath the surface.

A secret martial clan from the western lands has emerged, seeking to seize power with a weapon once thought lost in legend: the Heartbreaker Scroll, a forbidden martial technique said to grant invincibility at a deadly cost.

When Bai Fengxi’s name is linked to this ancient scroll, she becomes a target—by both the empire and the martial world. Hei Fengxi must choose between preserving peace as a ruler or protecting the woman he loves.

Season 2 deepens its exploration of:

• Loyalty vs. Power: When duty clashes with love, who wins?
  
  

• Destiny vs. Free Will: Can the future be rewritten without bloodshed?
  
  

• Female Power in Wuxia: Bai Fengxi emerges as a symbol of balance—fierce, wise, and unapologetically in control of her fate.
  
  

While the original season thrived on romantic tension and witty banter, Season 2 leans into darker territory with heavier political intrigue, emotional sacrifices, and intense swordplay.

Returning:

• Yang Yang as Hei Fengxi (Feng Lanxi)
  
  

• Zhao Lusi as Bai Fengxi (Feng Xiyun)
  
  

• Xuan Lu as Princess Hua Chun
  
  

• Lai Yi as General Hua Chunyu
  
  

New Cast:

• Zhang Ling He as Yun Ji – a mysterious monk with a past tied to the Heartbreaker Scroll
  
  

• Bai Lu as Mo Shuang – an assassin turned ally to Bai Fengxi
  
  

• Ren Jialun as Prince Wen Yu – a rival warlord with secret ambitions
  
  

• Chen Duling as Lady Qiu Yi – a diplomat who seeks to destroy Hei Fengxi’s rule from within
  
  

• Director: Yin Tao
  
  

• Episodes: 40
  
  

• Runtime: 45 minutes per episode
  
  

• Network: Tencent Video, WeTV, and Viki
  
  

• Expected Release: December 2025
  
  

• Filming Locations: Hengdian World Studios, Xinjiang deserts, and Suzhou gardens
  
  

Since Tencent announced Season 2, anticipation has soared across Asia and beyond. The hashtag #WhoRulesTheWorld2 reached over 20 million views on Weibo within 48 hours of announcement. Fans have taken to Twitter and TikTok to express their excitement, hoping for even more intense fight scenes, deeper character arcs, and emotional closure.

The production team promised more CG-enhanced battles, longer dialogues, and a cinematic tone closer to classic wuxia films.

As Bai Fengxi is forced to confront her identity, and Hei Fengxi is torn between his kingdom and his heart, Who Rules the World Season 2 presents the ultimate test: Can love survive a world that demands blood for peace?

Expect heartbreak. Expect loyalty. Expect epic martial arts battles that redefine wuxia television.