Li Xin Ze, or Xinze, as he’s also known, is a Chinese actor. He was born in Linfen, Shanxi, China, on July 6, 1990 and made his acting debut in 2013. Since then, he has appeared in a handful of films and a number of television dramas, including “Fall In Love Like A Star” (2015), “Love O2O” (2016), “Sm:)e” (2018), “Love Designer” (2020), and “The Moon Brightens For You” (2020).

Li Xin Ze

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While botanist Fu Yun Shen (Cheng Yi) is on the hunt for a plant with extraordinary medicinal properties, he meets Zhu Jiu (Zhang Yu Xi), a doctor on a humanitarian mission in a developing country. A misunderstanding means they get off on the wrong foot. But over time, they begin to feel the pull of attraction. When a discovery about the true nature of his assignment and a car crash leaves Fu Yun Shen injured and jaded, he thinks his relationship with Zhu Jiu is doomed…

However, fate isn’t done with this pair yet: A year later, Zhu Jiu and Fu Yun Shen meet again, in very different circumstances. They once again feel the tug of romance, and resolve to try to make love work the second time around. But as they rekindle their relationship, Zhu Jiu makes startling – and unsettling – discoveries about the death of her parents. Will these revelations derail romance for the young couple? Or can the power of love conquer all?

This drama was based on a novel by Qi Wei.

“South Wind Knows” is a 2023 Chinese drama series that was directed by Leon Li and Liu Hong Yuan.

South Wind Knows

How to Cultivate a Botanist

As a disciple of the Lei Clan, Lei Wu Jie (Ao Rui Peng) can’t wait to prove his worth as a hero; but as a novice who has only just entered the martial arts world, the path to becoming a true hero is difficult, at best. Undeterred by the challenges that lay before him, Wu Jei makes his way to the great city of Xue Yue, certain that his time there will mold him into the hero he so longs to be. Unfortunately, his trip to Xue Yue is waylaid by an unfortunate mishap at the Villa of Fallen Snow.

As proprietor of the Villa, Xiao Se (Li Hong Yi) has all the looks of a wealthy innkeeper, but he can barely afford to keep the inn open. Struggling with his business, Xiao Se is less than pleased when his establishment is damaged by the antics of a young, wannabe hero. Demanding he make amends for the damage he caused, Wu Jei can think of only one way to appease the persnickety Xiao Se, and that is to take him with him. With no other options, the two set off together, without any idea of what fate has in store for them.

Befriending several people along the way, including Wu Xin (Liu Xue Yi), Sikong Qian Luo (Lin Bo Yang), Tang Lian (Lin Xin Ze), and Ye Ruo Yi (Flora Dai), Xiao Se and Wu Jei soon find themselves caught up in an adventure far greater than any of them could have imagined. While facing countless dangers, the intrepid group stumbles upon a trail of clues that tie one of them to a battle for the throne that took place over a decade ago. The question is, which one of them is harboring such a dark secret?

Adapted from the novel “Juvenile Songs” by Zhou Mu Nan, “The Blood of Youth” is a 2022 Chinese martial arts drama directed by Yin Tao.

The Blood of Youth

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Quirky and unconventional, Zhan Qinghong (Fei Xing) grew up well enough, but she never shared the dreams most treasured by her peers. While other girls dreamed of marrying well, Qinghong dreamt of only one thing: to become a great martial arts master. Ready to turn her dreams into reality, Qinghong entered the martial arts world with wide-eyed innocence and insatiable curiosity. Unfortunately, it didn’t take long for her to realize that the world which she had so long believed to be a world of righteousness and honor, was actually controlled by wicked traitors.

Determined to reform the fighting world, Qinghong relies on her intelligence and tenacity to bring about change; but the work proves to be both difficult and dangerous. Realizing the path she has chosen may be too treacherous to travel alone, Qinghong never suspected that Junan City’s notorious playboy would be the one to come alongside her on her quest. Yet, when fate brings them together, that is exactly what Lin Fang (Alan Yu) does.

Using his reputation as a sickly aristocrat with a penchant for wooing women to hide much darker motives, Lin Fang has but one goal in life: to exact revenge for his clan. After meeting Qinghong, Lin Fang’s hardened heart begins to soften and he finds himself drawn to her unexpected charms. Unwilling to let Qinghong fight her battles alone, Lin Fang takes up her cause and together, they take on the daunting task of reforming and rebuilding the world of martial arts from the ground up.

Based on the novel of the same name by Ding Mo, “The Moon Brightens For You” is a 2020 adventure fantasy romance drama directed by Lan Hai Han and Liu Kai.

The Moon Brightens For You

The leader of the Shao Yang clan hosts a magic and martial arts tournament for young apprentices. His daughter Chu Xuan Ji (Crystal Yuan), who has been deprived of the use of her senses, has been entered in the competition – even though her skills are far from advanced.

Also taking part in the competition is the Lize Palace’s star student Yu Si Feng (Cheng Yi).

Students are forbidden from embarking on romantic relationships with one another. But when the two meet, they first become firm friends…and then start to develop much deeper feelings for one another.

After a dispute between other students, Chu Xuan Ji is injured and the two young students become separated.

To make matters worse, Yu Si Feng is cursed with a spell that forces him to wear a mask that will only fall away if he can find true love.

But four years later, their paths cross again – and the duo slowly begins to learn that their pasts (as well as their futures) may well be intertwined, with heavenly forces very interested in their fate.

This series was adapted from a novel named “The Glass Maiden,” which was written by Shi Si Lang.

“Love and Redemption” is a 2020 Chinese drama series that was co-direct by Yin Tao and Mai Guan Zhi.

Love and Redemption

Destined ❤ Love Team

Mango TV

A respected designer in the world of fashion, Zhou Fang (Dilraba Dilmurat) has dedicated her life to her work. Known for her impeccable taste and commitment to quality, Zhou Fang has never done anything that might undermine her work or her reputation. So it comes as quite a shock when she suddenly finds herself caught in the middle of a commercial lawsuit with a man she hardly knows.

The head of an e-commerce company, Song Li (Johnny Huang) has worked hard to get to where he is and he’s not about to let some ridiculous lawsuit bring him down. Face-to-face with Zhou Fang, Song Li realizes that the only way either of them are going to come out of this legal mess unscathed, is if they work together.

Hard-headed and nearly always fighting, Zhou Fang and Song Li struggle to find common ground, but in the process of competing, they begin to hone each other into better versions of themselves. Unexpectedly inspired to take bold new steps in their respective careers, Zhou Fang and Song Li realize their dreams aren’t the only things to have changed. Somewhere along the way, they seem to have experienced a very drastic change of heart. But do such polar opposites really have a chance of finding true happiness together?

Based on the novel, “Love is a Serious Matter” by Ai Xiaotu, “Love Designer” is a 2020 romantic drama directed by Shen Yang.

Love Designer

Designers of Love Team

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.

Sm:)e

❀ Want To See You Sm:)e Team ❀

Dragon TV

A child of the wilderness, Chi Yun (Huang Xiao Ming) grew up without many worldly possessions but he never saw that as a bad thing. A devout student of the martial arts, Chi Yun had everything he thought he would ever need, until the day he met Xuan Yang Ruo (Victoria Song). Falling in love the moment he first laid eyes on her, Chi Yun wanted nothing more than to make her his own. But without anything to offer her beyond his love, how could she possibly say yes?

Despite the obstacles that stood between them, Chi Yun never gave up. Spending years attempting to woo her, Yang Ruo’s feelings for the handsome martial artist eventually began to soften. Finally reciprocating Chi Yun’s feelings Yang Ruo and her lover might have been happy, had Yang Ruo’s older brother not promised her hand in marriage to the powerful nobleman, Lingyun Cheng Lun (Peter Sheng).&nbsp;

Keenly aware that their marriage is merely for political advantage, Cheng Lun agrees to keep his relationship with Yang Ruo platonic, but after spending time with her, his heart begins to yearn for something more. Will Yang Ruo's heart be swayed by her husband or will it remain true to the man who has loved her for years?

Adapted from the first two books of the novel series, “The Book of Mountain and Sea” by Tong Hua, “A Lifetime Love” is a 2017 Chinese fantasy romance drama directed by Li Hong Yu.

A Lifetime Love

ENDLESS LOVE TEAM

JSTV

Bei Wei Wei (Zheng Shuang) has both beauty and brains. A computer goddess, she aspires to be an online game developer. 

In her spare time, she plays her favorite role-playing game "A Chinese Ghost Story." After her online husband, Zhenshui Wuxiang (Zhang He), dumps her, she gets a message from the number one player Yixiao Naihe - to be her online husband! 

Little does she know that Naihe is also her college senior Xiao Nai (Yang Yang)! 

Will their incredible online chemistry lead to a real life romance? 

Love O2O is a 2016 Chinese drama.

Love O2O

The Love O2O Team

H&R Century Pictures

Su Xing Yu (Li Yi Feng) is an aspiring musician who takes a job of tuning instruments for a touring rock group. While doing so, he meets Tian Xin (Yang Mi), one of the band’s assistants.

They fall in love, and dream of Su Xing Yu becoming a major star – with Tian Xin as his manager.

Then, one day, Tian Xin decides to leave Su Xing Yu, secretly thinking that she will only hold him back in the pursuit of his musical dreams.

Su Xing Yu is furious when Tian Xin abandons him but continues to work hard in the music business.

Five years later, Su Xing Yu has become a hit performer but has a fall-out with his manager. In a fit of pique, he decides to fire his manager and hire Tian Xin instead – resolving to make her squirm and punish her for leaving him alone years ago.

Little by little, Su Xing Yu and Tian Xin discover that they still have feelings for one another.

But when an unexpected mishap threatens to derail Su Xing Yu’s career, Tian Xin starts to wonder if he really is the right person for Su Xing Yu after all.

Will the music-loving duo resolve their differences? Or will the pressure of fame take a fatal toll on their romance?

“Fall in Love Like a Star” is a 2015 Chinese movie directed by Tony Chan.

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