Mermaid Series

Tencent

Under Emperor Di Xu’s (Xu Kai Cheng) oppressive pearl tax, villagers resort to pretending to kill their children to coax Naga mermaids into crying, producing luminous pearls. Ye Hai Shi (Yang Mi) narrowly escapes such a tragedy but loses her father and witnesses her village’s massacre. She is rescued by Fang Zhu (William Chan), the Emperor's confidant, who disguises her as a man and takes her as his disciple in the Imperial City. As the years pass, Hai Shi struggles with growing feelings for Fang Zhu, who cannot reciprocate due to his duty to Da Zheng and the Emperor. Torn between personal emotions and her people's suffering, Hai Shi must ultimately choose her path as she navigates her dual identity. Adapted from the novel by Xiao Ru Se, this is a 2021 Chinese fantasy romance drama directed by Yu Bo and Jin Sha.

Novoland: Pearl Eclipse

✺ Pearl Tears ✺ Team

Youku

Ji Yun He (Dilraba Dilmurat) has the incredible ability to tame demons. Unfortunately, instead of putting her talents to good use by traveling to places where demons run amok, strict imperial laws forbid her from leaving the borders of Demon Valley. But adventure comes to her in the form of Chang Yi (Ren Jia Lun), a merman forced to come to the valley by a cruel princess. The princess demands Yun He to use her powers to give Chang Yi the ability to speak human words and grow human legs, and subsequently pledge his undying loyalty to her. Yun He soon begins to pity the merman, and even starts to fall for him. She yearns to grant him freedom, but could attempting to do so spell disaster for Yun He? This 2022 Chinese drama series was based on a novel by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang and was directed by Chu Yui Bun.

The Blue Whisper

☙Careless Whisper❧

When Joseon-era mermaid Sim Cheong (Jun Ji Hyun) follows her true love, she finds herself mysteriously transported into modern-day Seoul. Though separated from her true love, she soon crosses paths with his doppelgänger, Heo Joon Jae (Lee Min Ho). With nowhere else to go, Joon Jae takes the stranded mermaid in, though not out of the goodness of his heart. As a con artist, Joon Jae is quick to spot the priceless jade bracelet Sim Cheong wears. Determined to take Sim Cheong for all she’s worth, Joon Jae soon finds himself thinking twice about the mermaid after she helps him evade the lethal plans of his greedy stepmother. As the two draw closer together, will the charms of the ancient mermaid begin to melt the icy heart of a bitter conman? Inspired by a historical folktale, this 2016 South Korean drama series was directed by Jin Hyuk.

The Legend of the Blue Sea

The Blue Sea

In this enchanting tale, mermaid Xi Yin (Vera Qiu) once saved imperial guard Yan Lie (Liang Ting Wei), sparking a deep love that ended tragically when she disappeared beneath the waters. Years later, imperial concubine Shen Mei (Sun Zi Jun) schemes to obtain a magical treasure, manipulating Yan Lie's connection to the enchanted island where he and Xi Yin once shared a bond. Upon reuniting, Xi Yin appears to have no memory of their past, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation. As Shen Mei pursues her ruthless plan, the former lovers must decide whether they will work together to prevent a potential catastrophe. This is a 2021 Chinese movie directed by Cui Yan Long.

The Legend of Mermaid 2

🧜The Mermaids💕Team

The Chinese Emperor dispatches a sea expedition led by a corrupt governor to seek a powerful treasure. The ship's crew of pirates and bandits faces dire straits when a mighty dragon attacks, destroying their vessel. Imperial guard Yan Lie (Liang Ting Wei) is cast overboard and saved by Xi Yin (Vera Qiu), a mermaid with magical powers who repels the dragon. Washing ashore on an enchanted island, they must survive the governor's dangerous gang while uncovering the island's mysteries. As Yan Lie and Xi Yin form an unlikely bond, they prepare to confront the evil forces threatening their survival. This is a 2020 Chinese movie directed by Cui Yan Long.

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