He Hong Shan is a Chinese actress. Born on April 10, 1987, she made her acting debut in the 2014 television drama “Back in Time.” She has since appeared in a number of popular dramas, including “Demon Girl” (2016), “Above the Clouds” (2017) and “The Evolution of Our Love” (2018).

He Hong Shan

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

Tencent Video

Luo Qing Lian (He Hong Shan) is an ordinary woman seeking a peaceful life and true love, but her striking resemblance to a deceased royal concubine thrusts her into the royal court. There, she becomes the maid and concubine to the aloof and seemingly heartless He Lian Xin (Peter Ho), the King’s third son. Determined to escape, Qing Lian initially sees Lian Xin as cold and indifferent. However, as she learns about his desire to improve the lives of his people, her perception begins to shift. Through shared challenges, she discovers his tender side. As their bond deepens, Qing Lian must decide if she is ready to embrace her strange fate and growing feelings for her “husband” while helping him bring peace to the realm. This 2023 Chinese drama was directed by Gao Han, based on a novel by Jie Yu.

Blooming Days

❀ Brilliant Day Team ❀

Luo Qing Lian

Career-driven entrepreneur An Ran (He Hong Shan) is determined to climb the corporate ladder and tries to impress a group of potential investors. When her plan fails, she drowns her sorrows in alcohol, leading to an unexpected encounter with her landlord, Yan Yue (WINWIN). However, he’s not just a landlord – Yan Yue is actually An Ran’s college junior who’s harbored a crush on her for nearly a decade and a successful voice actor who keeps his real identity a secret. An Ran and Yan Yue’s paths cross once again when they end up working together, bringing them even closer. Could this be a sign that they were always meant to end up together, or was it all just a drunken mistake? This 2023 Chinese drama series was produced by Fang Fang, Su Han, Zhang Zhi Wei, and Xia Wen Yang.

Sweet Games

Bring Your "A" Game

CCTV, Tencent

During the reign of Emperor Zhe Zong of the Song Dynasty, the ebb and flow of the world was dictated by the power and prowess of great martial arts masters. As leader of a mighty clan of beggars, Qiao Feng (Tony Yang) was one such master. Viewed by many as a hero, Qiao Feng courageously defended the people of Song. But when rumors of his Khitan ancestry began to spread, the people turned on him and drove him away.

Determined to clear his name, Qiao Feng sets out to learn the truth about his past and clear his name. Along the way, he meets Duan Yu (Bai Shu), the peace-loving prince of the Dali Kingdom. As a man who abhors violence, Duan Yu has spent his entire life running from the masters who were to train him in martial arts. Despite his best efforts, fate had other plans. Now the inadvertent master of powerful martial arts techniques, Duan Yu joins Qiao Feng on his quest. Not long after, they are joined by the powerful and pure Shaolin Monk, Xu Zhu (Zhang Tian Yang), whose only wish is to bring peace to this war-torn world.

Brought together by fate, the destinies of these three great martial arts masters are soon intricately intertwined as the adventures they share begin to alter the course of history forever. But will this change bring any of them the answers they seek or will it only lead to more questions?

Adapted from the novel of the same name by Jin Yong, “Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils” is a 2021 action adventure wuxia drama directed by Ringo Yu.

Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils

⚔️Martial Arts Team ⚔️

Tencent

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

Tencent TV

As a member of a circus performing group in the Eastern Liang Dynasty, Ye Ningzhi (He Hong Shan) has never given much thought to the events in the imperial palace; the imperial family lived in their world, and she lived in hers. But on the day her circus troupe receives an invitation to perform at the Empress Dowager’s birthday party, all that changes. 

Suddenly caught up in the Crown Princess’ (Liu Min) mischievous plans, Ningzhi finds herself being framed for treason. Unable to escape the trap she’s been ensnared in, she’s saved at the last moment by a court advisor and brilliant political strategist, Wei Guang (Jeremy Tsui). Free from danger, Ningzhi puts the whole ordeal behind her and yet, she can’t help but hold a special place in her heart for her gallant savior. 

Two years later, Ningzhi returns to the palace as one of the Empress’ (Cao Xi Wen) handmaidens. In such a position, Ningzhi witnesses first-hand, the misconducts of those living in the palace. Choosing to do what’s right, Ningzhi stands up for her fellow servants, refusing to back down in the face of corrupt power. 

Proving herself intelligent, courageous, and kind, Ningzhi inadvertently catches the attention of not only the Empress but the Emperor (Wayne Lai) as well. Of course, the imperial couple isn’t the only ones paying attention to this bold new handmaiden. Wei Guang hasn’t forgotten the circus performer he had saved all those years ago. 

Reunited at last, Wei Guang and Ningzhi might have a chance to find true happiness but their bliss will have to wait. Caught up in the Crown Princess’ plans to overtake the throne, Wei Guang and Ningzhi must work together to stop the usurper before it’s too late. 
 
A 2019 historical romance drama, “Legend of the Phoenix” is directed by Wei Han Dao.

Legend of the Phoenix

Immortal Flame

JSTV

The road to becoming an empress is paved with treachery. Ruyi (Zhou Xun) is a consort who quickly learns to navigate the treacherous politics of the the royal court and move up the ranks.

After becoming Empress, Ruyi still must survive the many conspiracies against her. Her relationship with Emperor Qianlong (Wallace Huo) becomes eroded even when Ruyi is able to overcome the challenges. 

Can Ruyi maintain her role as Empress under such difficult circumstances?

“Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace” is a 2018 Chinese drama series directed by Wang Jun. It is adapted from the novel Hou Gong Ru Yi Zhuan by Liu Lianzi and is a sequel to the critically acclaimed 2011 television drama “Empresses in the Palace.”

Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace

Qing Hair and Those Who Dare

Bai Rui Ji

Dragon TV, ZJSTV

Love isn’t always found in the places you expect it.

Ai Ruo Man (Zhang Tian Ai) is a successful career woman. But her strong personality and independent nature chases men away in her personal life. 

Lu Fei (Zhang Ruo Yun) is a gentle, easy-going man who loves to cook, clean and tend to his garden. Women appreciate his kind spirit, but not enough to date or marry him.

Ai Ruo Man and Lu Fei have been best friends for the past 15 years. As they both enter their 30s, can they help each other find the mate of their dreams?

“The Evolution of Our Love” is a 2018 Chinese drama series directed by An Zhu Jian.

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