Lan Xi is a Chinese actress who was born in Anhui, China, on September 4, 1983. She graduated from the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing and first made a name for herself with a starring role in the drama series “Legend of Concubine Zhen Huan” in 2012. She has since gone on to appear in a number of hit drama titles, such as “Legend of Mi Yue” (2015) and the more recent “The Blooms at Ruyi Pavilion” (2020) – as well as the variety TV show “I Am the Actor” (2018).

Lan Xi

As an aspiring hero, Li Xiao Yao (He Yu) hopes to find a way to end the ongoing drought that plagues the land. Joining forces with Zhao Ling Er (Yang Yu Tong), a descendant of the goddess Nuwa, the two set off on a quest to find the Water Spiritual Bead, which has the power to bring the drought to an end. Along the way, they befriend a group of unique individuals who all agree to help them on their quest. With their new friends' help, Xiao Yao and Ling Er prepare to take on an evil sect in a desperate attempt to avert catastrophe and bring peace to the world. Adapted from the popular video game “The Legend of Sword and Fairy” produced by Softstar Entertainment, this 2024 Chinese fantasy drama was directed by Yang Long.

Sword and Fairy

Aunt Yun

Classmates Lin Xi (Lu Yu Xiao) and Ji Jun Xing (Wu Jun Ting) are incredibly different: Lin Xi is optimistic, stubborn, and stands up to bullies, while Jun Xing is an aloof yet warm-hearted programming genius. Despite their differences, their contrasting personalities draw them together as they face the pressure of preparing for college entrance exams. Their budding friendship teeters on the brink of romance, but they risk being separated if they don’t meet their academic goals. Will they succeed in reaching their dreams and stay by each other’s side, or will life push them apart? This 2022 Chinese drama series was directed by Chen Rong Hui.

Time and Him Are Just Right

The Fox and the Rabbit Team

Tencent

As the daughter of the Crown Prince, Princess Jia Nan (Ju Jing Yi) has spent her entire life living within the palace walls. Fully aware that life within the palace affords no freedom, Jia Nan could have allowed herself to become bitter and resentful with age, but instead has chosen to maintain a pleasant, carefree demeanor. As lighthearted as she may be, Jia Nan has no desire to become someone else’s puppet.&nbsp;

Relying on her wit and ingenuity, Jia Nan has worked hard to avoid the political scheming and fighting that often takes place within the inner palace. Just as Jia Nan works to change her fate, Imperial Army Guard, Li Qian (Joseph Zeng) hopes to someday reverse his destiny as well. Scarred by events of the past, Li Qian has dedicated his life to advancing in his career, knowing that every step up gains him access to new information. Constantly searching for clues that will bring him answers to the past, Li Qian soon finds himself crossing paths with Princess Jia Nan.&nbsp;

Agreeing to work together to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way, Jia Nan and Li Qian begin a quest that, if successful, will allow them to remain with their loved ones for a lifetime. The only question is, can either of them find a way to escape the grasp destiny already seems to have on them?

Adapted from the novel “Mu Nan Zhi” by Zhi Zhi, “Rebirth For You” is a 2021 Chinese historical romance drama directed by Zhi Lei.

Rebirth For You

⚙️ Gears of Love ❤️

Shi Yi Niang (Tan Song Yun) is the strong-minded, ambitious daughter of a concubine, with dreams of becoming an embroiderer and living a life of freedom. But her hopes appear to be cut short when her family arranges for her to marry the powerful general and Duke Xu Ling Yi (Wallace Chung). Ling Yi’s family initially treats Yi Niang with disdain, but she is undeterred by this sudden marriage and her subsequent change of circumstances. However, the challenges have just begun for both Yi Niang and her new husband: the Xu family faces impending ruin! Together, Ling Yi and Yi Niang realize that they must pool their wits together if they are to avoid an unhappy fate. Will they save the family – and find love along the way? This 2021 Chinese drama series was based on the novel “The Concubine-born Daughter’s Strategies” by Zhi Zhi and was directed by Wen De Guang.

The Sword and the Brocade

⚔ Jin Xin Si Yu ✾ Team

iQIYI

Fu Rong (Ju Jing Yi) is the second daughter of the powerful Fu family. But after a terrible mishap and a painful illness, she is granted the gift of foresight.

Able to look into her own future, she can see great wonders – an unspeakable sadness.

She sees herself marrying a dashing duke named Su Xu Jin (Zhang Zhe Han). But she can also see that a tragic and untimely destiny also awaits her.

She begins to think that her untimely end may be linked to her relationship with the duke, so decides to avoid him at all costs. However, destiny will not be so easily dissuaded: A number of dastardly plots threaten to dethrone the royal family and cast the realm into chaos.

Eventually, Su Xu Jin realizes that the only way she can help bring peace to the land is to join forces with the duke – and attempt to do whatever it takes to change her fortunes!

This series was based on a novel of the same name penned by author Xiao Jia Ren.

“The Blooms at Ruyi Pavilion” is a 2020 Chinese drama series that was directed by Kin Lung Lam and Tony.

The Blooms at Ruyi Pavilion

💞 Blooming Love Team 🌼

Hunan TV

There are some relationships that are doomed from the start. During the Warring States period, Qu Yuan (Ma Ke) is born into a prominent family and grows up to be a prodigy scholar. 

But Qu Yuan bucks convention when he falls in love with Mo Chou Nu (Zhang Xin Yu), a slave. Society forbids such class-breaking relationships, so the lovers decide to elope so that they can be together. 

Despite their efforts to lead a quiet life, Qu Yuan and Chou Nu become entangled in the political struggles of the power elites within the palace. 

Can their relationship survive the many obstacles? 

“Song of Phoenix” is a 2017 Chinese drama series.

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