Malaysian fans of Chinese drama are in for another star-studded encounter. iQIYI International, Asia’s leading streaming platform, has officially announced that iQIYI STARSHIP 2026 will make its second stop in Malaysia on Sunday, 13th September 2026, at Sunway Velocity Mall, Kuala Lumpur, featuring iQIYI International Global Ambassador Cheng Lei (丞磊). This will mark his first-ever appearance in Malaysia, giving local audiences the chance to meet the actor behind some of the region’s most-watched Chinese dramas in person.
Known for his popular Chinese dramas “How Dare You!? (成何体统)”, “Legend of the Female General (锦月如歌)” and “My Journey to You (云之羽)”, Cheng Lei has built a strong international following with his captivating performances across several acclaimed Chinese dramas.
Most recently, “How Dare You!?” became one of the most popular Chinese-language dramas globally in Q1 2026, quickly climbing to the top ranks of iQIYI’s global Chinese drama charts after its release. The series continues to draw audience attention through its novel blend of time travel, political intrigue, and romance, along with Cheng Lei’s portrayal of Xiahou Dan (Zhang San), a role notable for its striking contrast in character. In last year’s “Shadow Love (与晋长安)”, he further showcased his range by taking on three distinct roles in a single production, earning widespread praise for his nuanced performances.
Dinesh Ratnam, Senior Director of iQIYI Southeast Asia, said: “Building on the success of iQIYI STARSHIP’s previous stop in Malaysia, we’re excited to bring this experience back to Kuala Lumpur. Time and again, Malaysian audiences have shown us just how deeply invested they are in Chinese drama and the stars who bring these stories to life. Bringing Cheng Lei to Kuala Lumpur is our way of continuing that connection, giving fans the chance to step out from behind their screens and celebrate the stories they love, together.”
iQIYI STARSHIP is one of iQIYI’s flagship initiatives to drive the globalisation of Chinese content, bringing Chinese stars closer to fans across the region through immersive on-ground experiences, celebrity interactions, and curated content showcases. It’s a chance for local audiences to step beyond the screen and connect with the stories and stars they love, and for dedicated fans to be part of the experience, not just spectators of it.
iQIYI STARSHIP 2026 in Malaysia with Cheng Lei
- Date: 13th September 2026 (Sunday)
- Time: 1:30pm
- Venue: Sunway Velocity Mall
- Special Guest: Cheng Lei, iQIYI International Global Ambassador
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