Runaway Sweetheart (2013)

Other name: Luo Pao Tian Xin

Description:

Runaway Sweetheart tells the captivating story of Ni Shu Lei, an American orphan whose life takes an unexpected turn after being inspired by track star Shan Han Fei. When Han Fei suffers a career-ending injury and disappears from the public eye, a dismayed Shu Lei makes it her mission to find him and reignite his passion for the sport. Her determination leads her to relocate to China, where she enrolls in Han Fei's all-boys college, cunningly securing a spot as his roommate.

Forced to live as a man, Shu Lei navigates a minefield of daily challenges and tricky situations, constantly fearing exposure. Her dangerous ruse becomes even more complicated when a classmate named Chocolate begins to develop perplexing romantic feelings for "him," prompting an intense personal crisis and questioning of his own sexuality. The film delves into Shu Lei's unwavering resolve, the comedic and poignant struggles of maintaining her elaborate disguise, and the emotional turmoil of those around her. The central question remains: how long can Shu Lei keep her secret safe before her world comes crashing down?

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2013

Genre:Comedy; Romance; School; Sports; Youth