Michelle Topham 
Chinese Title: 她的生存之道 (Tā De Shēng Cún Zhī Dào)
English Title: Her
Also Known As: Existence, Her Way of Survival
Genre: Metropolitan, Food, Life, Healing
Episodes: 24
Director: Li Mengqiao (李孟桥)
Screenwriters: Li Xiao and Teng Yang
Plot Synopsis
Her follows Liu Yan, a talented young boxer whose career collapses after she refuses to throw a match. When she learns of her estranged mother’s death, she travels overseas and inherits not only unresolved affairs but also massive debt and custody of her younger brother.
Refusing to give up, Liu Yan begins an unexpected journey, from the boxing ring to the kitchen, turning her natural skill in food, inspired by her chef mother, into a bold new path.
Along the way, she forms meaningful friendships and encounters new challenges with Lu Tian Chi, the charismatic lawyer; Tang Shuang Shuang, a confident and multifaceted woman; Li Zan, an independent top student; and other memorable figures as she strives to survive and thrive on her own terms.
Main Cast & Characters
Lead Cast
- Leah Dou as Liu Yan
- Wang Chuan Jun (Eric Wang) as Lu Tian Chi
Supporting Cast
- Song Yan Fei as Tang Shuang Shuang
- Niu Chao as Wang Yang
- Wu Jia Kai as Li Zan
- Wang Zi Xuan as Shen Lin Fei
- Yan Bing Yan as Jiang Fang
- He Kai Lang as He Guang Yuan
- Huang Yi Xin as Kuan Tai
- SANTA as Song Wei
- Liu Jie Yi as Juan Mao
Production Details
Original Source: Original TV drama developed for modern streaming platforms with a focus on female-led inspirational storytelling.
Production Company: Tencent Video (Firefly Theater) and iQIYI who are domestic partners for distribution and streaming.
Episodes & Airing
- Total Episodes: 24
- Episode Length: 45 minutes
- First Aired: July 21st, 2025
- Final Episode: Completed run by July 28th, 2025 on Tencent streaming.
- Original Network / Platforms: Tencent Video & iQIYI
Where to Watch
China:
- Tencent Video — Primary streaming service and official broadcasting partner.
- iQIYI— Available domestically with platform features and possible SVIP content tiers.
International Platforms:
- WeTV – internationally.
Why It’s Worth Watching
- Inspirational Story: A compelling narrative of resilience as Liu Yan reinvents herself from athlete to culinary creator while confronting past wounds and present challenges.
- Female-Led Journey: Strong central performance by Leah Dou brings depth to a character balancing personal ambition, familial bonds, and self-discovery.
- Rich Character Ensemble: A diverse supporting cast adds heart, humor, and warmth to the story as Liu Yan builds friendships and navigates life’s ups and downs.
- Culinary & Life Themes: Beyond drama, the series celebrates food, culture, and the universal quest for meaning and belonging — a healing slice-of-life exploration.
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