Hand in Hand(2021)

Hand in Hand is a Chinese drama series that follows Su Xing and Xi Bin, parents committed to raising their son without the crushing academic pressure that defines modern parenting culture. Their relaxed approach faces its first real test when their neighborhood school undergoes unexpected changes right before enrollment. Suddenly confronted with decisions about elite institutions, expensive tutoring programs, and competitive early education, the couple must reconcile their parenting philosophy with the harsh realities of China's education system. The series explores how idealism collides with pragmatism as they navigate the anxiety and compromise that come with wanting the best for their child in a society obsessed with academic achievement.