Year-ender: Hit Chinese variety shows in 2025

The Blooming Journey Season 2

The travel reality series The Blooming Journey Season 2 premiered on iQIYI on Oct 24 and wrapped up on Dec 26, 2025. Across journeys and candid talks, the 10-epsisode program spotlights female perspectives and generational viewpoints.

This season brings together veteran Chinese actresses Liu Xiaoqing, He Saifei, Carina Lau, Ning Jing and Cecilia Cheung, alongside young performers Ke Chun and Shao Ziheng. Together, they embarked on a journey of open exploration, sharing genuine, everyday moments that celebrate individuality and self-expression.

Filmed across destinations including Guizhou, Chongqing and Inner Mongolia autonomous region, the series also offers a panoramic view of China's rich landscapes and cultures.

Clips related to the show's major topic have generated more than 2.8 billion views on Douyin, fueling discussions on women's growth, age anxiety and generational dialogue.