My Page in the 90s () is a 2026 Chinese romantic comedy television series written by Huang Lei and Han Xiaoge, based on the novel "Bye, Wild Weasel" () by author Amy Cheung, directed by Lin Zi Ping and starring Chen Xingxu and Wang Yuwen. The series follows a woman from 2025 who is transported into a fictionalized version of 1999.
The series premiered on Tencent Video on January 22, 2026, consisting of 24 episodes. Prior to its premiere, My Page in the 90s generated significant audience interest, with pre-release reservations on Tencent Video exceeding 800,000 users. Following its debut on January 22, 2026, the series achieved rapid social media engagement; notably, a promotional clip of a scene between leads Chen Xingxu and Wang Yuwen garnered over 100 million views within 12 hours. This high volume of interaction resulted in the series becoming a top trending topic on Weibo, where discussion centered on the performances and rapport of the primary cast.
Synopsis
The narrative follows Lin Huan'er, a romance media personality from 2025, who becomes trapped within a romance novel set in 1999. To return to her own time, she must successfully navigate the story's plot by winning the affection of Gao Haiming, a CEO who presents a facade of innocence while hiding a manipulative nature.
As Lin employs various strategies to influence Gao, she encounters unexpected complications and unintended consequences. Although her primary objective is to complete the story's requirements for her departure, Lin develops genuine emotional ties to the fictional world and its inhabitants. The story explores her internal conflict between her desire to return to her original reality and her growing attachment to Gao, leading to a conclusion that questions whether the two can remain together despite the boundaries of the fictional setting.
Cast
Main
A prominent business executive operating in the 1999 setting of the novel. Gao is characterized by a sophisticated duality; while he presents a facade of simplicity and moral uprightnessâÂÂoften referred to in the narrative as a "white lotus" personaâÂÂhe is actually a highly intelligent and calculating strategist. His interactions with Lin Huan'er are defined by a mutual game of psychological maneuvering, as he remains skeptical of her unconventional behavior while gradually becoming intrigued by her modern perspective.
A relationship consultant and professional "romance anchor" from the year 2025. After being inexplicably transported into a fictional 1999 setting, she views the world through the lens of a "player" trying to complete a mission. Initially, she views Gao Haiming as a target to be won over using modern dating tropes and psychological tactics to trigger the story's conclusion. Her character arc focuses on her transition from a detached observer to an individual genuinely entangled in the emotions and consequences of the era she once considered artificial.
Supporting
A key figure within the 1999 setting who serves as a foil to Gao Haiming. His presence often complicates the central romantic arc, representing the more straightforward or traditional social dynamics of the period.
- Zeng Mengxue as Zhu Mengmeng
An associate of the main characters whose role involves navigating the social and professional hierarchies of the late 90s. She provides a grounded perspective on the period's cultural expectations for women, contrasting with Lin Huan'er's modern sensibilities.
Gao Haiming's personal assistant. He serves as a primary confidant to Gao, often assisting in the execution of Gao's business strategies and maintaining his "white lotus" public persona.
A member of Gao HaimingâÂÂs professional social circle. His character frequently acts as a catalyst for conflict, triggering the series' central "scheme versus anti-scheme" plot points through his involvement in the period's business rivalries.
A recurring character within the 1999 setting who interacts with the main leads as they navigate the novel's scripted events.
- Mi Zhuoqing as Xie Wanjun
The daughter of a prominent business associate. Her character typically represents the social and familial alliances common in the 1999 corporate landscape, often serving as a potential romantic or strategic complication for Gao Haiming
Gao Haiming's father. As a senior figure in the family and business hierarchy, he represents the traditional authority and expectations that Gao Haiming must manage while navigating his secret ambitions.
Gao Haiming's mother, who embodies the domestic and social standards of the elite class in the 1990s.
- Chu Shuanzhong as Lin Guozheng
A supporting figure whose presence helps establish the familial background or environmental stakes within the 1999 timeline.
Guest appearances
- Du Yuchen as Ai Qing (Ep. 1)
- Sun Zihang as Lu Zong (Ep. 1)
- He Yongsheng as Boss Xie (Ep. 3)
- Yu Xinhe as Xiang Lingling (Ep. 3)
- Leng Haiming as Fang Yuan (Ep. 3)
- Zhao Yansong as Li Wei (Ep. 4)
- Yang Kaicheng as Wei Daqiang
- Roy Wang as Ceng Qifeng
- Zhang Yuhan as Zhao Jia
- Liu Qingquan as Dr. Li
- Yang Huan as Xiao Liu
- Zhao Chenxu as Manager Wang
Production
Development
The series is a television adaptation of the novel "Bye, Wild Weasel" () by the acclaimed Hong Kong novelist Amy Cheung (Zhang Xiaoxian), who is known for her work on For Love or Money. The project was developed under the working title A Sudden Love ) before being finalized as My Page in the 90s for its 2026 release. The production was managed by Tencent Video as part of its 2026 drama slate. The screenplay was written by Huang Lei, with Lin Ziping serving as the primary director.
Filming
Principal photography began in December 2024 and concluded in February 2025. The production utilized period-accurate props, including pagers and 1990s-era mobile telecommunication devices, to establish the setting.
Release
The series premiered on Tencent Video (marketed internationally as WeTV) on January 22, 2026. It was scheduled for a 28-episode run, with a digital release strategy involving multiple episodes on the premiere date followed by a daily release schedule for subscribers.
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