Huang Xin Yao, or Sarah Huang Xinyao, as she's also known, is a Chinese actress. She was born on April 17, 1990 and made her acting debut in 2016. Since then, she has appeared in a couple films and several television dramas, including “Sm:)e” (2018), “Mr Swimmer” (2018), “Listening Snow Tower” (2019), “Winter Begonia” (2020), “Court Lady” (2020), and “Consummation” (2020).

Huang Xin Yao

Youku

During the reign of the Long Qing Emperor in the Ming Dynasty (the mid-1500s), Lin Shao Chun (Bai Lu) is the daughter of a once-powerful government official. But after being accused of embezzlement and corruption, her father – and the rest of the family – fell from grace. In an attempt to make ends meet, she joins a troupe of traveling performers – where she meets Sun Yu Lou (Wang Yi Zhe), the heir of a rich family. He falls in love with Lin Shao Chun at first sight. But she has no intention of remaining in the performing troupe. Instead, Lin Shao Chun intends to avenge those who wronged her family. She plans to join the civil service, and disguises herself as a man in order to take the necessary examinations.

Sun Yu Lou resolves to help her, although his family vehemently opposes at first. Regardless, the duo begins to form a close bond and eventually marry. However, when she discovers that a member of her husband’s family may have played a role in her own family’s fall, Lin Shao Chun finds herself at a crossroads...

“Song of Youth” is a 2021 Chinese period drama series that was directed by Gao Han and Bai Yun Mo.

Song of Youth

Serenade of Youth

iQiyi, Tencent

Born into privilege as the son of one of the founding pillars of the Tang Empire, Sheng Chu Mu (Xu Kai) has never had any desire to do more than enjoy the ease of his own life. With no aspirations, no direction, and no ambition, his life was one of idleness and frivolity but all that changed, the day he first laid eyes on Fu Rou (Li Yi Tong).

The daughter of a local merchant, Fu Rou never imagined she would be one to inspire greatness in anyone, but when she meets Sheng Chu Mu for the first time, that’s exactly what happens. Instantly enamored by the far superior Fu Rou, Chu Mu is suddenly aware of his own shortcomings and vows to make himself worthy of Fu Rou’s love. Dedicating himself to his studies, Chu Mu grows in knowledge and maturity, hoping that someday he will be worthy enough to ask for Fu Rou’s hand in marriage. As time passes, he finds himself following in his father’s footsteps, volunteering to selflessly serve the country by defending the coast against a band of marauding pirates.

While Chu Mu’s journey towards greatness sets him down one path, Fu Rou sets out on another. Leaving her family to become a master weaver in the royal palace, she soon finds herself entangled in palace schemes that could put not only herself, but her entire family, in danger. Walking paths that don’t often cross, Chu Mu and Fu Rou must rely solely on their wits and skill to overcome the ever-growing number of enemies and obstacles that stand in their way. With so much opposition before them, do these two destined souls have what it takes to save their country and their love?

Based on an original screenplay by web-novelist Feng Nong, “Court Lady” is a 2021 historical adventure romance drama directed by Yu Zheng and Li Hui Zhu.

Court Lady

Weavers of Fate team

iQiyi

Branded as an outsider and shunned as such, Shang Xirui (Yin Zheng) has faced a lifetime of trials but that has never once stopped him from reaching for his dream. An exceptional talent in the world of Peking opera, Xirui has but one dream, to share his love and knowledge of this beautiful, traditional art form with the world.&nbsp;

When wealthy businessman, Cheng Fengtai (Huang Xiao Ming) attends one of Xirui’s performances, he’s captivated by both the art and the artist. Sharing a passion for Peking opera, Fengtai and Xirui soon become the best of friends. An avid supporter of Xirui’s work, Fengtai helps his Xirui rebuild a local theater and train a new troupe of aspiring actors, to carry on the art and its traditions.

As the two work closely together, their friendship blossoms, both finding something in each other that neither has had before: a true friend. But in the summer of 1937, everything they love and have worked so hard for is threatened, when the Japanese army invades Beijing. Knowing they must fight to protect that which they love most, the two take up arms in defiance of those who threaten to destroy everything they hold dear.

Based on the novel of the same name by Shui Ru Tian Er, “Winter Begonia” is a 2020 period drama directed by Hui Kai Dong.

Winter Begonia

The Winter Begonia Team

Tencent

When the vile Bai Yue sect threatens to bring great suffering upon the world, three great martial arts masters including Xue Gu (Wang Jiu Sheng), and the “Blood Demon”, Shu Xuewei (Lu Fang Sheng), team up with the master of Listening Snow Tower to fight evil and restore peace. Sadly, even the noblest of plans can go horribly awry. With the use of a sacred bell, the head of the Bai Yue Sect Hua Lian (Jessica Hsuan) ensnares the Blood Demon’s mind, forcing him to murder his wife before killing himself. 

Taking in the Blood Demon’s orphaned daughter, Shu Jingrong (Crystal Yuan), Bai Di raises her as his own. Trained alongside her master’s disciples, Qinglan (Han Cheng Yu), Qingyu (Zhao Dong Ze), Xiao Yiqing (Qin Jun Jie), Jingrong grows into a skilled master of Wulin. Though peace may reign for a time, tragedy is never far away. When disaster strikes, Jingrong discovers she is cursed with misfortune and becomes overwhelmed by guilt. 

But guilt won’t hold her down for long. Taking up her father’s Blood Rose Sword, Jingrong joins heart and hands with Listening Snow Tower’s young master, Xiao Yiqing, fighting together against the spreading evil of the Bai Yue Sect, until they draw their final breaths.

Based on the novel by Cang Yue, “Listening Snow Tower” is a 2019 action romance drama directed by Yin Tao.

Listening Snow Tower

Hunan TV

Two best friends not only compete in swimming, but also in love and life. 

Bai Yong Ze (Mike D'Angelo) is a handsome, talented swimmer that comes from humble beginnings. 

Lan Tian (Jerry Yan) is his loyal yet competitive best friend. 

That is until Bai Yong Ze and Lan Tian have to compete for a spot on the national swimming team. 

Song Cha Cha (Ju Jing Yi) is a beautiful girl that comes from a rich family, that took a huge financial hit, loosing everything they once had. To make matters worse, Lan Tian, her boyfriend, breaks up with her for no apparent reason. 

Will Bai Yong Ze fall in love with the now single, Song Cha Cha, his best friend's ex? 

How will these three characters face the difficult path that life has placed in front of them? 

Mr Swimmer is a 2018 Chinese drama.

Mr Swimmer

Buddy Buddy

An incredibly popular idol with a shining career ahead of him, Shu Zhan (Li Wen Han) is one of the hottest superstars on the scene. With his face on everything from billboards to beauty products, he’s become a household name. But behind this glamorous exterior is a man hiding a life-altering secret. Suffering from haphephobia, Shu Zhan is crippled by a fear of touching others or being touched. With the entire world watching him, he is forced to hide his secret from everyone around him but it’s not always easy.&nbsp;

Unbeknownst to him, Shu Zhan isn’t the only one in the entertainment industry who is suffering. An aspiring actress, Xiao Xing (Du Yu Chen) dreams of someday taking the spotlight. There’s just one problem, every time she’s in front of a camera, she freezes up. Unable to overcome her severe stage-fright, Xiao Xing is doomed to be nothing more than an extra her entire life. Or so she thinks.

When fate brings Shu Zhan and Xiao Xing together, they find that suddenly, everything in their life has changed. Able to make contact with Xiao Xing without suffering any of his usual symptoms, Shu Zhan hires her as his assistant. With new possibilities opening before them, will hSu Zhan and Xiao Xing be able to find a way to move forward together?

Based on the novel by Zi Yu Er, “Sm:)e” is a 2018 romance drama directed by Cai Cong.

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