Series synopsis
Affinity, also known as 炽热吸引 is a Chinese sci-fi & fantasy drama television series that premiered on Youku on January 22, 2026. It ended on February 5, 2026. It stars Cui Yuxin, Fang Jin, Wang Yijun and Gao Weiman.
In 2051, bioengineering student Wu Nongyu and sociopath Xie Xinxu are drawn together by a mysterious genetic attraction. As their relationship grows, they must confront their pasts and navigate love, trust, and redemption while racing to find a way to break the powerful bond that threatens to control their lives.
Premise
In 2051, bioengineering student Wu Nongyu and sociopath Xie Xinxu are drawn together by a mysterious genetic attraction. As their relationship grows, they must confront their pasts and navigate love, trust, and redemption while racing to find a way to break the powerful bond that threatens to control their lives.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Cui Yuxin as Xie Xinxu / Gu Yanqing
- Fang Jin as Wu Nongyu
- Wang Yijun as Wu Siyuan
- Gao Weiman as Li Xiang
- Wu Fei as Lin Juan
Guest cast
- Ding Ming as Mr. Ding
- Cao Huanzhen as Chen Yiyi
- Su Jiemin as Xia Yuyan
- Cao Yuxin as Li Mo
- Yang Yuxuan as Nan Xing
- Chen Yiyang as A Ze
- Guo Mo as Max
- Liu Dongwen as Father Xie
- Yi Hui as Mother Xie
- Song Tianxin as Young Wu Nongyu
- Song Bo as Wu Ming
- Wang Yajuan
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 40 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 40 | January 22, 2026 | February 5, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | January 22, 2026 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | January 22, 2026 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | January 22, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Youku |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 22, 2026 |
| Last aired | February 5, 2026 |
| Runtime | 19 minutes |
| Status | ended |