Cheng Lei (丞磊) Steals the Spotlight in Malaysia With His Starship Debut

 

Cheng Lei (丞磊) Steals the Spotlight in Malaysia With His Starship Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, 13 September 2026 – Cheng Lei (丞磊) has officially landed in Malaysia — and he wasted no time winning over fans.

The Chinese actor and iQIYI International Global Ambassador made his highly anticipated Malaysian debut at iQIYI STARSHIP 2026, held at Sunway Velocity Mall today, where hundreds of enthusiastic fans gathered for an afternoon filled with laughter, games and heartwarming surprises.

Bringing plenty of charm to the stage, Cheng Lei showed off his playful personality as he interacted with fans and attempted a few Malay phrases — much to the delight of the crowd. His efforts were met with cheers, laughter and plenty of excited reactions, giving his first iQIYI STARSHIP appearance in Malaysia a distinctly local flavour.

The actor also shared a more heartfelt moment when he read messages from Malaysian fans and watched a special fan video. The emotional exchange offered Cheng Lei a glimpse into the strong connection he has built with audiences beyond the screen.

The celebration concluded with Yang Xianghua, President of iQIYI International, presenting Cheng Lei with a commemorative award in recognition of his role as iQIYI International Global Ambassador.

Cheng Lei’s international popularity continues to grow through hit dramas including How Dare You!?, Legend of the Female General and Shadow Love. His portrayal of Xiahou Dan in How Dare You!? has earned strong attention from viewers, while fans are eagerly anticipating his upcoming drama Leading Stars.

Reflecting on his Malaysia debut, Cheng Lei said he was “truly happy” to meet Malaysian fans in person, adding that their warm welcome made the visit especially memorable.

The star later met Malaysian and regional media at a dedicated press conference, where he opened up about his impressions of Malaysia, local food and the challenges and creative process behind bringing his characters to life.

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