Cao Xi Wen is a Chinese actress. Born on November 16, 1983, she made her acting debut in the 2002 television series “Treasure Raiders.” She has since appeared in many popular dramas, including the recent “Ruyi’s Royal Love in the Palace” (2018) and “Our Glamorous Times” (2018).

Cao Xi Wen

3 Ways “Legend Of The Phoenix” Differentiates Itself From Other Palace C-Dramas

Tang Chen (Jin Dong) reaches the pinnacle of his professional career, only to have his girlfriend, Shuo Bing (Song Jia), betray him, causing his world to collapse and forcing him into bankruptcy. Refusing to give up, Tang Chen teams up with his friend Sha Zhou (Tian Yu) to establish a new public relations company, recruiting talented professionals. As they navigate the challenging business landscape, Tang Chen unexpectedly encounters Shuo Bing again, leading to a deeper understanding of her past actions. With newfound insight, they must confront the possibility of forgiveness, healing, and rekindling their relationship. This emotional urban drama explores themes of resilience, betrayal, and second chances. "In Spite of the Strong Wind" is a 2023 Chinese drama directed by Fei Zhen Xiang.

In Spite of the Strong Wind

Once is Not Enough Team

Tencent Video

Cheng Shao Shang (Zhao Lu Si) has grown up alone in a town devastated by a bloody war. When the powerful and influential general Ling Bu Yi (Leo Wu) visits the town, he falls in love with Shao Shang at first sight. Shao Shang warns him that she’s stubborn, slow to trust others, and independent – and may not fit the usual profile of a general’s “obedient” wife. Little does she know, however, that Bu Yi has his own secrets – many of which he is keen to learn more about. Together, could this duo discover the truth about Bu Yi’s mysterious past? And will they find love in the process? This 2022 Chinese drama series was directed by Fei Zhen Xiang.

Love Like the Galaxy

֍♡ Spiral Love ♡֍

Tencent

After graduating as a top student from a prestigious university, Shen Hui Xing (Bai Bai He) chooses family over career after marrying Sheng Jiang Chuan (Tong Da Wei). Years later, with her daughter older and her husband increasingly work-focused, Hui Xing decides to re-enter the workforce. She quickly realizes her husband must share household responsibilities, but Jiang Chuan remains overwhelmed by work. As stress and tension escalate between them, their marriage teeters on the brink of divorce. With both struggling to balance professional and personal lives, they must find a way to reconnect and save their relationship before it's too late. This is a 2022 Chinese romance drama directed by Shen Yan that explores the challenges of modern marriage.

Modern Marriage

The reality of love 🚦

Tencent TV

Ye Ningzhi (He Hong Shan), a circus performer in the Eastern Liang Dynasty, becomes entangled in palace intrigue when her troupe is invited to the Empress Dowager's birthday party. Framed for treason by the Crown Princess (Liu Min), she is saved by court advisor Wei Guang (Jeremy Tsui). Two years later, Ningzhi returns to the palace as a handmaiden, where she courageously stands up against corruption, catching the attention of the Empress (Cao Xi Wen) and Emperor (Wayne Lai). Reunited with Wei Guang, she discovers their connection runs deeper than their initial encounter. Together, they must thwart the Crown Princess' plot to seize the throne, navigating the dangerous political landscape of the imperial court. This is a 2019 historical romance drama directed by Wei Han Dao.

Legend of the Phoenix

Immortal Flame

Dragon TV

Li Zhi Cheng (Jin Han), a former military officer, is unexpectedly thrust into the role of CEO of his family's struggling company. Lin Qian (Zhao Li Ying), a passionate but unproven entrepreneur, joins the company with hopes of turning its fortunes around. As they navigate the challenging business landscape, Zhi Cheng and Lin Qian must combine their unique skills and perspectives to prevent the company from collapsing. Can their professional collaboration gradually develop into a deeper understanding and potential partnership, both in their business and personal lives? Adapted from Ding Mo's novel, this 2018 Chinese business romance drama is directed by Zhang Feng.

Our Glamorous Time

Zhu Han Qian

JSTV

Ruyi (Zhou Xun), a cunning consort in the imperial court, skillfully navigates the dangerous political landscape to rise through the ranks and become Empress. Despite her strategic prowess, her relationship with Emperor Qianlong (Wallace Huo) becomes increasingly strained as she faces numerous conspiracies and challenges within the palace. Battling against powerful rivals and personal setbacks, Ruyi must use all her intelligence and resilience to maintain her precarious position as Empress. This is a 2018 Chinese historical drama adapted from the novel Hou Gong Ru Yi Zhuan and serves as a sequel to the 2011 series "Empresses in the Palace."

Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace

Qing Hair and Those Who Dare

Chen Wan Yin

TJTV

Xia Bai Lu (Cao Xi Wen), a 31-year-old mother, arrives in Beijing with her 5-year-old son He Tong Tong (Sun Qi Chao) searching for her missing husband He Wu Zhou (Fu Tian Jiao). Through her rental housing, she meets tutor Du Fen Fang (Liu Cheng Xia), and at her part-time job, encounters An He Ping (Wang Lan), who is He Wu Zhou's pregnant ex-wife. As Xia navigates Beijing's challenges, she unexpectedly befriends a contact at the clothing wholesale market and experiences surprising personal developments. When He Wu Zhou suddenly reappears, he reveals a series of dark secrets, having committed numerous crimes due to his gambling addiction that threaten multiple families. Despite these overwhelming obstacles, Xia's resilient spirit and determination inspire those around her, ultimately helping her take her first steps toward establishing her own business. "Waiting For You" is a 2015 Chinese drama series directed by Zhang Feng.

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