Michelle Topham 
Chinese Title: 成何体统 (Cheng He Ti Tong)
English Title: How Dare You!?
Also Known As: This Is Ridiculous
Genres: Historical, Romance, Fantasy, Transmigration
Episodes: 32
Director: Liu Hai Bo, Wang Li
Screenwriter: Jiang Li Hua
Based On: This Is Ridiculous novel by Qi Ying Jun
Production Company: iQIYI
Filming Location: China
Original Network: iQIYI
Release Date: February 6th, 2026
How Dare You!? plot synopsis
How Dare You!? tells the story of Wang Cui Hua, an ordinary modern-day office worker who unexpectedly transmigrates into the world of a historical novel.
She awakens in the body of Yu Wan Yin, a concubine of a feared tyrant emperor. However, when she meets the emperor, she quickly realizes something is unusual. His behavior and words suggest he may also be someone who does not belong in this world.
As the two begin to test each other and uncover the truth, they form an uneasy alliance to survive palace intrigue, political conspiracies, and dangerous enemies.
Together, they must navigate the fictional world while trying to alter their soon-to-be tragic fate and uncover the mystery behind their shared transmigration.
How Dare You!? Cast
Main Cast
- Wang Chu Ran as Yu Wan Yin / Wang Cui Hua
- Cheng Lei as Xiahou Dan / The Emperor
- Tang Xiao Tian as Xiahou Bo
- Hu Yi Xuan as Xie Yong Er
Supporting Cast
- Xie Ze Cheng as Yang Duo Jie
- Ji Xiao Fei as Wang Zhao
- He Lei as Jin Tian
- Cheng Hong Xin as Ah Bai
- Mei Bao Lei as Empress Dowager Wei
- Cheng Jun Hao as An Gong Gong
- Huang Pan Pan as Xiao Mei
- Hao Han as Xiao Tian Cai
Episodes & Airing
- Total Episodes: 32
- Episode Length: 45 minutes
- Original Release: February 6, 2026 –
- Original Network / Platform: iQIYI
Where to Watch
How Dare You!? is streaming on iQIYI both internationally and in China.
Why It’s Worth Watching
How Dare You!? stands out as one of the most anticipated transmigration C-dramas thanks to its unique blend of comedy, romance, and palace intrigue. Unlike typical historical romance series, the drama features two modern characters trapped inside a fictional historical world, creating a clever dynamic filled with humor, tension, and unexpected twists.
The pairing of Wang Chu Ran and Cheng Lei is another major draw. Both actors have built strong reputations for their performances in historical dramas, and their characters’ relationship evolves from suspicion and rivalry into a complex partnership and romance.
The drama also offers a fresh take on the transmigration genre, with both the female lead and the emperor aware that something is wrong with their reality. This creates an entertaining mix of fourth-wall-breaking humor, political intrigue, and emotional storytelling.
Fans of palace dramas will also enjoy the scheming concubines, court politics, and power struggles, while viewers who enjoy romance will appreciate the slow-burn chemistry between the leads.
If you enjoy dramas like Love Between Fairy and Devil, Story of Kunning Palace, or other transmigration and palace romance series, How Dare You is definitely one to watch.
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