iQiyi

Wei Ying Luo (Wu Jin Yan) enters the royal court of the Qian Long Emperor (Nie Yuan) to investigate her sister's death, suspecting imperial guard Fucha Fu Heng (Xu Kai). Transferring to Chang Chun Palace as a maid, she is mentored by Empress Fucha Rong Yin (Qin Lan), who teaches her to read and write, and eventually falls in love with Fu Heng. Through a series of strategic moves, Ying Luo becomes Consort Ling, navigating the complex imperial harem alongside other concubines like Consort Xian (Charmaine Sheh). As she balances her personal quest for justice with her duties to the Emperor, Ying Luo must decide whether revenge or survival will guide her path. This is a 2018 Chinese historical drama series is directed by Hui Kai Dong and Wen De Guang.

Story of Yanxi Palace

The gentle Empress Team

Shen Yuan (protagonist), an avid xianxia novel reader, finds himself mysteriously transported into the world of "Proud Immortal Demon Way" as Chen Qing Qiu, the scumbag master destined to be defeated by his disciple Luo Bing He (supporting character). Determined to change his predetermined tragic fate, Shen Yuan attempts to befriend Bing He, but The System constantly monitors and blocks his efforts to deviate from the original storyline. Despite the strict constraints, Shen Yuan remains committed to finding creative ways to survive and potentially alter his character's tragic end. Will he successfully circumvent The System and rewrite his destiny, or will he be forced to follow the novel's original script? Adapted from the novel "Scum Villain's Self-Saving System" by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, this is a 2020 Chinese animated series directed by Zhang Hai Dong.

Scumbag System

Seo Ji Yoon (Lee Young Ae), an art history lecturer, dreams of becoming a full-time professor under her mentor, Min Jung Hak (Choi Jong Hwan). When entrusted with writing a thesis on a historical painting, her world suddenly unravels. Her husband becomes a fugitive, forcing her family out of their home, and a grad student's challenge to the painting's authenticity leads to her being fired and ostracized. Discovering the secret diary of Shin Saimdang (Lee Young Ae), a renowned Korean artist from the Joseon Dynasty, Ji Yoon begins to uncover new insights about Saimdang's life and her relationship with painter Lee Gyeom (Song Seung Heon). With the help of grad student Han Sang Hyun (Yang Se Jong) and her best friend Go Hye Jung (Park Jun Myun), Ji Yoon seeks to restore her reputation and unravel the mystery surrounding the historical painting.

Saimdang, Light's Diary

Dragon TV

Princess Feng Xin'er (Tiffany Tang) experiences tragedy when her family is murdered by the marshal of Northern Wei after being falsely accused of treason. Determined to seek revenge, she seizes an opportunity by assuming the identity of the deceased Li Weiyoung and infiltrating the royal house of Northern Wei. Disguised as the princess, Feng Xin'er navigates a treacherous world of political intrigue, using her cunning and determination to systematically undermine her enemies. As she pursues her vengeance, she becomes entangled in complex relationships and power struggles that challenge her original mission. Her journey becomes a delicate balance between maintaining her disguise and executing her plan for retribution. This 2016 Chinese historical drama explores themes of survival, identity, and revenge in the tumultuous landscape of ancient Chinese royal politics.

Princess Weiyoung

Royal  Team

Tencent

In a realm dominated by the formidable Wen clan, Wei Wu Xian (Xiao Zhan) forms an unexpected bond with the righteous Lan Wang Ji (Wang Yi Bo). Their discovery of the Wen clan chief's sinister plot leads them to challenge his schemes, but their efforts result in Wei Wu Xian’s mysterious disappearance, leaving their world in turmoil. Sixteen years later, Wei Wu Xian returns to a land plagued by mysterious murders and rekindles his alliance with Lan Wang Ji. Together, they must unravel the dark conspiracy behind the killings and confront the shadowy figure orchestrating the chaos. Can they solve the mystery and restore peace, or will the dangers of the past resurface to thwart their quest? This 2019 Chinese drama, based on the hit novel Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation by Mo Xiang Tong Xiu, was directed by Steve Cheng and Chan Ka Lam.

The Untamed

Shang Xirui (Yin Zheng), an exceptional Peking opera performer, has overcome lifelong challenges to pursue his artistic passion. When wealthy businessman Cheng Fengtai (Huang Xiao Ming) discovers Xirui's talent, they form a deep friendship rooted in their shared love for traditional opera. Together, they restore a local theater and train a new generation of performers, creating a sanctuary for their beloved art form. However, their world is dramatically altered in the summer of 1937 when the Japanese army invades Beijing, forcing Xirui and Fengtai to defend their dreams and cultural heritage. This is a 2020 Chinese period drama directed by Hui Kai Dong, based on the novel by Shui Ru Tian Er.

Winter Begonia

The Winter Begonia Team

Hunan TV

After a devastating car accident, 25-year-old Zhang Xiao (Liu Shi Shi) is mysteriously transported back to the 18th-century Qing Dynasty, inhabiting the body of 16-year-old Maertai Rouxi, daughter of a Manchu general. Unable to return to her modern life, Rouxi becomes entangled in the imperial court's complex power struggles, particularly the princes' competition for the throne. Her modern knowledge influences her romantic relationships with the Eighth Prince, Yin Si (Kevin Cheng), and Fourth Prince, Yin Zhen (Nicky Wu), while she maintains a close friendship with the 13th prince, Yin Xiang (Yuan Hong). As she navigates the treacherous royal landscape, Rouxi must decide whether to accept her new destiny or continue seeking a way back to her original time. This is a 2011 Chinese historical romance drama based on a novel by Tong Hua, directed by Wu Jin Yuan, Lin Yu Fen, and Deng Wei En.

Scarlet Heart

Bu Bu Jing Xin Team

Jiang Tao Hua (Meng Zi Yi), a princess from a formerly prominent family, finds herself forced into a political marriage with corrupt prime minister Shen Zai Ye (Liu Xue Yi). Initially, they keep each other at a distance, as Tao Hua strives to protect herself from potential threats and is unsure where her new husband's allegiances lie. However, despite outward appearances, Zai Ye secretly harbors deep loyalty for his people and wishes to create a better country. Realizing that their goals might be more aligned than they first realized, Tao Hua and Zai Ye begin to trust each other, building a deep bond despite the challenges against them. This drama was adapted from the web novel "Peach Blossoms Over the Rivers and Mountains" by Bai Lu Cheng Shuang.

The Princess's Gambit

🎴Blossom and Gamble♟️

Betrayed by his king, Kim Shin (Gong Yoo), a decorated military general from the Goryeo Dynasty, was forced to watch his family die before him. Saved by the Almighty, yet condemned to an eternal life as a goblin, Kim Shin uses his supernatural abilities to save humans, including the mother of Ji Eun Tak (Kim Go Eun), an optimistic high school student with a strange connection to the supernatural. When Eun Tak is repeatedly drawn to him, Kim Shin wonders if she might be the one he has spent an eternity searching for, the only one who can set his soul free, the Goblin Bride. Written by Kim Eun Sook, this award-winning 2016 South Korean fantasy romance series was directed by Lee Eung Bok and Kwon Hyuk Chan.

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