Controversy Erupts Over Casting of Upcoming Chinese Show 'Qiao Qi'

In one tweet, a user wrote: "陈哲远 泉起青壤# 最好是假的先，如果是陈哲远演，聂九罗不可能喜欢上炎拓哈，炎拓妥妥硬汉子一只党。" This translates to: "最好是假的先，如果是陈哲远演，聂九罗不可能喜欢上炎拓哈，炎拓妥妥硬汉子一只党。" The user suggests that it would be better if the casting is not true, and that Chen Zheyuan does not fit the character of Yan Tu, who is described as a tall, strong man.

Another tweet reads: "作为启起青壤的原著淑芬表示，陈哲远不合适提起青壤的男主，请平台和剧方重新考虑全。聂九罗和炎拓在原著里面是同龄人，但是爆料出来的选角是姐弟恋，甚至身高上还没有网传女主高，他是要踩苹果箱才够得着网传女主吧。"

This translates to: "作为启起青壤的原著淑芬表示，陈哲远不合适提起青壤的男主，请平台和剧方重新考虑全。聂九罗和炎拓在原著里面是同龄人，但是爆料出来的选角是姐弟恋，甚至身高上还没有网传女主高，他是要踩苹果箱才够得着网传女主吧。" The user expresses disappointment at the casting choice of Chen Zheyuan for the lead role, arguing that the actor does not fit the character of Yan Tu and that the choice of co-star is also not ideal.

However, some users have defended Chen Zheyuan's casting, pointing to his previous work and suggesting that he has the ability to carry the role. One tweet reads: "非官宣不约，不如来关注一下演员陈哲远待播作品《暗黑与黎明》《白色橄榄树》《仙剑四》。 类型各异，从未定型，一直用演技和作品展现自己的演员@陈哲远-。"

This translates to: "非官宣不约，不如来关注一下演员陈哲远待播作品《暗黑与黎明》《白色橄榄树》《仙剑四》。 类型各异，从未定型，一直用演技和作品展现自己的演员@陈哲远-。" The user suggests that people should wait for an official announcement before passing judgment and that Chen Zheyuan has shown himself to be a versatile and talented actor in his previous work.

The controversy surrounding the casting of "Qiao Qi"(泉起青壤) highlights the importance of casting choices in Chinese media and the impact that they can have on the success of a show. With social media users making their voices heard, it remains to be seen whether the producers of the show will listen to their concerns and make any changes to the cast.