Series synopsis
Half-awake is a Chinese drama television series that premiered on Tencent Video on January 16, 2026. It ended on January 23, 2026. It stars Zhao Xixi, Xie Yuwang, Lu Xi and Zhang Mianchen.
Gu Yixiao, a ruthless business tycoon, seeks revenge on his secretary, Ye Xingwan, over a long-held misunderstanding, only to be drawn into a twisted love-hate relationship when she fights back. As past wounds resurface, both are forced to confront their emotions, leading to a path of redemption, though true peace remains uncertain.
Premise
Gu Yixiao, a ruthless business tycoon, seeks revenge on his secretary, Ye Xingwan, over a long-held misunderstanding, only to be drawn into a twisted love-hate relationship when she fights back. As past wounds resurface, both are forced to confront their emotions, leading to a path of redemption, though true peace remains uncertain.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Zhao Xixi as Ye Xingwan
- Xie Yuwang as Gu Yixiao
- Lu Xi as Ye Xingyue
- Zhang Mianchen as Xiao Nan
- Zhao Yuxi as Gai Qianyu
- Zhao Dongze as Chu Muzhi
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 24 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 24 | January 16, 2026 | January 23, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | January 16, 2026 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | January 16, 2026 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | January 16, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Tencent Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 16, 2026 |
| Last aired | January 23, 2026 |
| Status | ended |