The first issue is the ranking dispute.
The original IP is undoubtedly a female-led drama, with Xia Siyu auditioning for the female lead, surely as the top lead. However, these days, when it comes to TV productions, especially those made by such film companies themselves, they definitely have their little schemes.
Although Xia Siyu's status is high, she's considered a "returned product" in the movie circle. Even though it's her first time "descending" to take a TV role, she lacks support behind the scenes, so the film company as the producer harbors some ill intentions. They're definitely going to promote their own artists, especially the male lead.
Although the male lead is considered top-tier, that's only because he has some buzz in television, particularly in ancient romance and urban dramas. When it comes to serious dramas or films, his acting skills, which rely heavily on dubbing, are far from even touching the edges.
