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Li Changshou [played by Ao Ruipeng], a terminally ill patient in his previous life, is reborn into the Primordial World as a low-level Qi cultivator who cherishes life and avoids all karmic entanglements.

Determined to dodge the great calamity foretold by the Heavenly Dao, he adopts the "Way of Steady" - his ultimate goal being to secure a humble post in the Heavenly Court and survive quietly. He operates with extreme caution: when still, he's as steady as an old dog; when he moves, he shakes the heavens. He firmly believes the era of bloodshed is over - better to trick than to kill, better to stay single than to fall in love.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!Yet enemies and beauties keep surging toward him like tides. Before he knows it, he becomes a mastermind pulling strings behind the scenes, entangled in power plays among multiple factions, orchestrating the "Dragon Clan's ascent to Heaven" - and even the great calamity itself accelerates toward him…!<

Airing on Youku, Youku's YouTube and iQIYI (regional availability)

Episodes: 30

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u/admelioremvitam — 1 day ago

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Immortalis 碧血蝉 from 🥝 iQIYI. Starring Zhang Wenxin, Neo Hou Minghao and Xu Zhenxuan. New stills for Qixi Festival.

The Chinese drama title 碧血蝉 can be translated as “The Cicada of Noble Blood.”

🍉 The latest rumours say that the drama may be released in Q4 2026 or December 2026. We'll see…. 🤞

A couple of hours ago, the production team released a new set of drama stills featuring one of the unit case series, “White Dog Case”, for the Qixi Festival today.

Filming officially wrapped up on March 22, 2026.

Poster description:

“Unit Case” series: “White Dog Case” drama stills

*Imprisoned in a dark room, greed and evil feed the gu 蛊 [a specific supernatural creature/force]. The human heart creates gods; the Dog God 犬神 is nothing but delusion.

The goodness of one person can hardly withstand the foolishness of ten thousand; the weight of a single promise is ultimately paid in blood beneath the Blood Moon.

Desire turns back upon itself, while promises of goodness ring hollow. In the end, the only wish is to be free in the next life, and to one day see the light of day.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

7️⃣ Zhang Wenxin 张文昕 as Shen Qingshi
9️⃣ Neo Hou Minghao 侯明昊 as Yang Wujian
🔟 Xu Zhenxuan 徐振轩 as Zhou Huai

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname) – “White Dog Case”:

Wang Zhuoyi 王卓异 (stage name: Wang Zuyi 王祖一) as Quan Shen
Yan Yuanwei 晏远玮 (stage name: Yan Yunjing 晏云璟) as Yin Qu'er

The production team did not release further updates to the rest of the cast list according to the new actor credit standards for today's release.

Supporting actors:

Lu Fangsheng as Cao Zhao
Zhang Duo as Song Lan
Yang Yiwei as Shen Xin
Sun Qiang as Prince Jing

“Friendship” guest appearances:

Wu Xingguo as Guan Ri
Ding Haifeng as Prince Shu Bei

Supporting actors:

Li Yuan as Gu Yun
Zhou Xiaofei as Lei Shuang
Zhu Jian as Fu Hong
Han Yezhou as Tu Yuanliang
Li Jinrong as Dong Zhu
Chen Zhihui as Shan Yuanbai
Pei Kuishan as Zhao Songjiang
Wu Qijiang as Ming Shan

Unit stories – starring:

Xuan Lu as San Niang
Wang Maolei as Bai He
You Jingru as Guan Huo
Wang Jiayi as Zui Xiang
Huang Chengcheng as Dong Qisheng
Liang Chao as Zhou Jinglei

Episodes: 40 (according to Baidu Baike – MDL says 32)
Streaming platform: iQIYI 🥝
Official filming started: November 27, 2025
Official filming completed: March 22, 2026
Estimated filming time period: ~130 days
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios
Genre: suspense, wuxia (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Pan An Zi (Ball Lightning, Spring of the Blade, Time Raiders, Under the Microscope, Reunion: The Sound of the Providence 1 and 2, The Palace)
✍️ Original creator: Bu Ming Yan 不明眼
✒️ Screenwriter: San Xian (PILI Glove Puppetry Drama 霹雳布袋戏, Jin Guang (Golden Light) Puppet Drama 金光布袋戏) – Taiwanese glove puppetry series; original creator: Tian Zhi Xia 天之下)
📖 Novel: Bi Xue Chan 碧血蝉

🔗 Previous announcement, posters, etc.

To eradicate the evil sect known as the Longevity Palace – infamous for using living people to refine elixirs – the major martial sects began expanding their forces and forging new alliances. Infinite Sword Manor convened a grand martial arts assembly, hoping to form a new Alliance of the Four Seas to cut down villains and uncover the secret of immortality. Heroes from every corner of the realm gathered in response.

Among them are Yang Wu Jian [played by Neo Hou Minghao], a high-ranking member of the Longevity Palace hiding under a false identity, and Shen Qing Shi [played by Zhang Wenxin], an undercover agent sent by the imperial court. Blending into the bustling crowd, they cross paths with Zhou Huai [played by Xu Zhenxuan], the young master of White Rainbow Tower stepping into the martial world for the first time. The unlikely trio joins forces, embarking on a journey led by Yang Wu Jian as they chase the truth behind “immortality”, solving bizarre cases along the way.

(Source: MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the web novel "Bi Xue Chan" (碧血蝉) by Bu Ming Yan (不明眼). Translation = MyDramaList)

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

The novel summary is similar to the synopsis from MDL.

📖 Novel Summary – translated from Douban:

In the fifteenth year of the Yongzhao era of the Datong reign, to eradicate the heretical Palace of Eternal Life, which refined elixirs using living people, the major martial arts sects expanded their alliances. Wuliang (Infinite) Sword Manor convened a martial arts assembly to establish a new Alliance of the Four Seas, with the aim of eliminating evildoers and uncovering the secret of immortality. Heroes from across the realm gathered in response.

Among them were Shen Qingshi, a Zhaoming Guard of the imperial Kuang Division, and Yang Wujian, Elder Guanshui of the Palace of Eternal Life. Concealing their true identities, the two joined forces with Zhou Huai, the young master of Baihong Tower, who was only just beginning his journey through the jianghu. Together, they set out to uncover the mystery of eternal life.

A wuxia tale of the imperial court, the jianghu, and a touch of otherworldly horrors.

Translated Synopses

Note: All translated synopses and information I share in the "trailers & posters" posts are based on the original Chinese sources (Douban, Baidu, Chinese Wikipedia, etc.) and were first published here. If you see them elsewhere, please know they originated from our sub. Thanks for reading!

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 1 day ago

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Reborn of the Rightful 窈窈有期 (previously 嫡谋) from 🥝 iQIYI. Starring Bao Shang’en and He Yu. New posters for Qixi Festival and Daughters' Festival.

The Chinese drama title 窈窈有期 can be translated as, “a distant, destined meeting awaits.”

About an hour ago, the production team released a new set of posters in celebration of the Qixi Festival (image 1) and Daughters' Festival (images 2 to 10) today.

Filming officially wrapped up on April 20, 2026.

Poster descriptions:

Image 1:

Beneath the umbrella, a cool breeze carries us across the Magpie Bridge; let us meet tonight while the moment is ours.

As the starry river cycles through the ages, the two harmonize as one; with mountains and valleys held within our hearts, we protect our homeland.

Images 2 to 10:

Celebrating the Qixi Festival as part of the Daughters’ Festival 女儿节

On the Qiqiao Daughters’ Festival, graceful figures honor the beauty of youth. Qixi is also the Daughters’ Festival. May every woman in the world hold lofty aspirations throughout her life, steadfastly uphold her integrity and strength of character, and may all things she longs for have their time to come. 🌸

^(*seeking/praying for skills)

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number in the surname):

5️⃣ Bao Lujia 包露佳 (stage name: Bao Shang'en 包上恩) as Ren Yaoqi
7️⃣ He Yiqian 何宜谦 (stage name: He Yu 何与) as Xiao Jingxi
8️⃣ Zheng He Hui Zi 郑合惠子 as Ren Yaohua
9️⃣ Zhao Yibo 赵一博 as Yun Wenfang
1️⃣2️⃣ Han Xue 韩雪 as Fang Yaru

Special appearances (sorted by the number in the surname):

Yu Rongguang 于荣光 as Lu Dexin
Cong Shan 丛珊 as Qiu Shuangbai
Liu Mengrui 刘梦芮 as Xiao Jinglin
Zhang Fan 张凡 (stage name: Lan Xi 斓曦) as Li Yuanxiang
Yang Minna 杨旻娜 (stage name: Yang Mingna 杨明娜) as Yun Chuxue
Wu Gui’an 吴瑰岸 (stage name: Hugo Ng / Wu Dairong 吴岱融) as Han Dongshan
Lin Fang 林方 (stage name: Lin Yilun 林依轮) as Ren Shimin
Yue Yueli 岳跃利 as Ren Yonghe
Luan Yuanhui 栾元晖 as Xiao Yan
Dong Zhenhua 董震华 (stage name: Dong Zifan 董子凡) as Han Yunqian

Episodes: 40 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming platform: iQIYI 🥝
Official filming started: December 29, 2025
Official filming wrapped up: April 20, 2026
Official announcement: January 5, 2026
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios

🎬 Director: Zhong Qing (Blossoms of Power, Blossom in Darkness, In Blossom, The Comic Bang, Hero Is Back, Please Feel at Ease Mr. Ling)
✍️ Original creator and screenwriter: Mian Bei Mei Nan 面北眉南 aka Wang Jing 王晶 (Lost You Forever 1 and 2)
📖 Novel: Scheme of the Official Descendant 嫡谋

🔗 Previous announcement, posters, etc.

🎥 Wrap up special

📷 Character stills – set 1

📷 Character stills – set 2

Once an innocent and carefree young lady, Ren Yao Qi – the fifth daughter of the Ren family – suffers the destruction of her family and is even offered to a eunuch. With the help of Xiao Jing Xi, the second son of the Prince of Yanbei, she ultimately >!perishes together with her enemy.!<

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

When she opens her eyes again, she finds herself five years in the past. Cherishing this second chance at life, Ren Yao Qi >!hides her strength and bides her time, determined to protect her family from disaster and turn the tide of fate. Through her own efforts, she builds a relationship with Xiao Jing Xi founded on equality.!<

(Source: Chinese = iQiyi || Translation = MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the novel "Scheme of the Official Descendant" (嫡谋) by Mian Bei Mei Nan (面北眉南).

Note: This synopsis is similar to MDL’s except the ending in spoiler text.

The once naive and carefree fifth daughter of the Ren family, Ren Yaoqi (played by Bao Shang’en), loses everything when her family is destroyed. She is even delivered as a tribute to a eunuch. Ultimately, with the help of the Yanbei Prince’s second son, Xiao Jingxi (played by He Yu), she >!perishes together with her enemy.!<

When she opens her eyes again, she has returned to five years earlier. Seizing this second chance, Ren Yaoqi >!hides her strength and bides her time, working to help her family avoid disaster and to rise anew from the ashes. Through her own efforts, she rebuilds her relationship with Xiao Jingxi on a foundation of equality.!<

In the end, >!the two become husband and wife and join hands to protect the people under their care, bringing peace to the land.!<

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Translated Synopses

Note: All translated synopses I share in the "trailers & posters" posts are based on the original Chinese sources (Douban, Baidu, Chinese Wikipedia, etc.) and were first published here. If you see them elsewhere, please know they originated from our sub. Thanks for reading!

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 1 day ago

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Inverted Fate 攻玉 from 👖 Youku. Starring Joseph Zeng Shunxi and He Nan. New behind-the-scenes special for Qixi Festival.

The Chinese drama title 攻玉 can be literally translated as “working/polishing jade.”

攻玉 comes from the Chinese idiom:

>他山之石，可以攻玉

>tā shān zhī shí，kě yǐ gōng yù

>“Stones from other mountains may be used to polish jade.”

>It originally comes from the “Heming” poem in the Book of Songs (Shijing, “Lesser Odes”) 《诗经·小雅·鹤鸣》.

>The phrase literally means that stones from another mountain can be used to carve and polish jade. Figuratively, it refers to talented people from elsewhere who can contribute to one’s own country, and also to people or advice that help one recognize and correct one’s shortcomings. It is usually used as a standalone expression.

About an hour ago, the production team released a new behind-the-scenes special in celebration of the Qixi Festival today.

Filming officially wrapped up on July 24, 2026.

Clip description:

“Jade-Carved Colors” Behind-the-scenes Special

Lingering between dawn and dusk, laughter and conversation blending into the gentle breeze of a clear day; wielding a keen blade to seek our path, shoulder to shoulder, breaking through the layered hills of a chaotic world.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

7️⃣ Li Henan 李鹤男 (stage name: He Nan 鹤男) as Teng Yuyi
1️⃣2️⃣ Zeng Weihang 曾威航 (stage name: Joseph Zeng Shunxi 曾舜晞) as Lin Chengyou

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Liu Chuang 刘闯
Liu Xianda 刘显达 as Yan Wanchun
Zhang Zhihao 张志浩 as Crown Prince
Wu Tong 吴桐 (stage name: Hai Ling 海玲) as Du Fu Ren / Madam Fu
Zhao Zhiwei 赵志伟 as Prince Chun An
Hu Yixuan 胡意旋 as Li Huaigu
Kang Ning 康宁 as Du Tinglan
Sheng Xiang 盛翔 (stage: Peter Sheng Yilun 盛一伦) as Emperor
Han Jing 韩静 as Jing Chen Zhen Ren / Daoist Master Jing Chen
Pan Junya 潘珺雅 as Feng A'bao

Episodes: 16* (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming platform: Youku 👖
Official cast announcement: June 4, 2026
Official filming wrapped up: July 24, 2026
Official filming started: May 20, 2026
Estimated filming time: 65 days
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios
Genre: fantasy, costume (according to Baidu Baike)

*Note: 🍉 Rumours say that this is intended to be a first season. If it does well, they might make more.

🎬 Director: Lu Hao Ji Ji (Rebirth; Generation to Generation; Moonlit Reunion; Genuine Heroes; The Double; Go Princess, Go!)
🎬 B-team director: Ma Shi Ge (Glory, Perfect Match, The Double, My Kung Fu Girlfriend 1 and 2)
✍️ Original creator: Ning Long 凝陇 (Love Song in Winter)
✒️ Screenwriters: Chang Jiajia (Jing Huan, Once More Love in 1995, Nancheng Banquet, Something Just Like This), Qian Shi (My Queen, My Rules; Moonlight Mystique; The Blossoming Love)
📖 Novel: Capture the Jade 攻玉
📽️ Production companies: Youku, Kunshan Digital Dream Factory (昆山数字梦工场), Jinying Technology (金影科技)

⏩ Quick Summary: ML is a prince; FL is from a military family. >!The drama has rebirth, mystery, a demon-slaying sword, and demon-hunting.!<

Novel Summary – translated from Baidu Baike:

The drama tells the story of a romance spanning past and present lives between Lin Chengyou, heir to the Prince Cheng estate, and Teng Yuyi, the daughter of a military family.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

Teng Yuyi is >!murdered by a villain!<, but when she awakens, she discovers she has returned to one year before >!her death. Her cousin is still alive, her grandfather is still living, and she unexpectedly obtains the “Xiaoya Sword,” a divine blade capable of slaying demons and evil spirits. With the help of this sacred sword, Teng Yuyi sets out to uncover the truth.!<

However, >!after an unexpected encounter, she and Lin Chengyou, the Prince Cheng heir, become at odds with one another. The two gradually come to know each other through constant clashes, and from then on begin a chaotic yet side-by-side journey of hunting demons together.!<

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

“Stones from other mountains may be used to polish jade.”

^(More information about this idiom at the beginning of the post.)

For Lin Chengyou, the Prince of Cheng's heir who is accustomed to getting his own way, Teng Yuyi is the piece of jade he simply cannot "conquer."

The pampered son of heaven's favour embarks on a self-inflicted, disaster-filled pursuit of his future wife.

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 1 day ago

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Pull Strings 师兄太稳健 from 👖 Youku and 🥝 iQIYI. 📺 Airing today, August 19, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Starring Ao Ruipeng, Sun Zhenni, Ai Mi and Ao Ziyi. New trailers (combined).

Note: Availability on iQIYI may be regional. At the time of posting, the drama has not appeared on Viki.

The Chinese drama title, 师兄太稳健, can be translated as “my senior brother disciple is too reliable.”

A few minutes ago, the production team released a new trailer for the drama's premiere today. Yesterday afternoon, they released another trailer. I stitched the two clips together for this post. The transition point is at 0:52. The second trailer has English subs.

The airing schedule and character relationship chart are in the comments.

The previews for Episodes 1 to 3 are now available on the Youku app.

Note: The production team used 虚拟拍摄技术 (which can be translated as “virtual filming technology”) that is a filmmaking method that combines real-time computer-generated (CG) environments with live-action filming, allowing actors to perform inside digital sets instead of relying entirely on physical sets or green screens.

More details are at the bottom of the post. I included a few behind-the-scenes photos in the comments.

Clip description:

“Chosen One” Trailer

One second, he’s in a hospital room; the next, Li Changshou wakes up and finds himself transported to the primordial world? We have to admit, our senior brother really is the chosen one! A great calamity that will engulf the primordial world is about to descend, and how to survive has unexpectedly become the biggest problem. No need to rush, no need to panic – only by keeping a steady pace can you stay in control of the ending!

Tune in at noon today to see how Senior Brother responds to every move and steadily cultivates his way to immortality!

”Most Well-Planned” Trailer

The primordial world is facing a crisis, while the Heavenly Dao is stirring up trouble and stacking the power-ups. How can one survive peacefully? “King of Playing It Safe” Li Changshou has his own meticulous plans!

Get an offer from the Heavenly Court, complete the Dragon Clan’s rise-to-power plan, and secretly position his pieces to contend with the Heavenly Dao.

While all fellow cultivators work together to tackle the main storyline missions, don’t forget your own hidden missions, either!

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actor (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

🔟 Ao Ruipeng 敖瑞鹏 as Li Changshou 李长寿 (Changshou can be translated as “longevity”)

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

6️⃣ Sun Zhenni 孙珍妮 as Yun Xiao Xian Zi (Immortal/Fairy Yun Xiao)
7️⃣ Chen Ai Mi 陈艾米 (stage name: Ai Mi 艾米) as Lan Ling'e
🔟 Ao Ziyi 敖子逸 as Ao Yi

Appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Yu Yi 于毅 as Qi Yuan
Li Zhehao 李哲豪 as Hao Tian
Zhang Changning 张常宁 as Youqin Xuanya
Zeng Ni 曾妮 (stage name: Zeng Keni 曾可妮) as Jiu Jiu

Episodes: 30 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming platforms: Youku 👖 and iQIYI 🥝 (availability may be regional)
Official filming started: October 24, 2024
Official filming wrapped up: February 10, 2025
Estimated filming time: 120 days
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios
Genre: xianxia, light comedy (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Sam Ho 何澍培 (The Blossoming Love, Back from the Brink, And the Winner Is Love, The Legend of Dugu, Taichi Master, The Mystic Nine)
✍️ Original creator: Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan 言归正传
✒️ Screenwriter: Xu Boxiang (The Tengen)
📖 Novel: My Senior Brother Is Too Steady 我师兄实在太稳健了
📽️ Production companies: Youku, Jiangsu Yuanqimanman Film & Television Culture

🔗 Previous posters, wrap up special, BTS clip, etc.

🎙️ OST List

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

After being reborn in ancient times before the Great God-Conferment War, Li Chang Shou becomes a minor cultivator. He is neither destined for great things nor great woe. His only dream is to live a long life as a cultivator. In order to survive in the cruel Primordial Times, Li Chang Shou tries hard not to accumulate any karma – killing inevitably leads to feuds.

Thus, he always plans thoroughly before doing anything and never allows himself to walk into dangerous situations. He hides his trump cards well, trains himself in escape techniques, refines poisonous pills, and masters his mystical abilities. Before making any moves, he takes on an extremely steady demeanor. Yet, every move of his ends up earth-shattering. Once he is done, he will disappear without a trace.

Li Chang Shou originally plans to remain hidden and safe in the mountain. There, he is supposed to cultivate until he ascends to immortality. However, everything changed one year when his master seems to think that their lives are too peaceful…. He takes in a junior sister….

(Source: Novel update)

~~ Adapted from the web novel "My Senior Brother Is Too Steady" (我师兄实在太稳健了) by Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan (言归正传).

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Synopsis from the Tencent / WeTV app:

My Senior Brother Is Too Steady 《我师兄实在太稳健了》 is a xianxia web novel by Platinum Writer Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan 言归正传 under Yuewen Group. It began serialization on Qidian on October 13, 2019, and concluded on November 25, 2022, with a total of approximately 3.65 million Chinese characters.

The novel was adapted into the animated series Big Brother 《师兄啊师兄》, with its annual season, Big Brother Season 2 《师兄啊师兄年番2》, premiering on June 5, 2025. Its live-action adaptation, Pull Strings 《师兄太稳健》, is directed by Sam Ho and stars Ao Ruipeng as Li Changshou and Sun Zhenni as Fairy Yunxiao. The drama premiered in 2026.

The novel pioneered the "steady-flow" (稳健流) style of web fiction, propelling the term "steady" (稳健) to the No. 1 annual buzzword on Qidian. It also topped Qidian's New Releases Dominance Ranking for two consecutive months, amassed over 4.63 million total bookmarks, and surpassed 28 million paid subscriptions. It ranked second on the 2020 Original Literature Rankings for Male-Oriented Works and was honored with the 2022 China Novel Society "Outstanding Online Novel" award.

The audiobook, narrated by Wolong Canxue, consists of 437 episodes and has accumulated more than 11.26 million recommendation votes.

The drama adaptation used virtual production technology 虚拟拍摄技术* to create its primordial fantasy world, setting a domestic record for the highest proportion of virtual-production environments, with virtual sets accounting for nearly 40% of all scenes in the series.

Set in a primordial mythological world (Honghuang 洪荒) and blending elements from Investiture of the Gods with the conventions of mainstream Honghuang fiction, the novel follows Li Changshou, a modern man who transmigrates into the cultivation world and joins the Du Immortal Sect. Relying on a cultivation philosophy centered on "steadiness" – concealing his true strength and meticulously planning every move – he gradually rises to become a key figure in the Heavenly Court. During the Great Investiture Tribulation, he >!opposes the Dao Ancestor Hongjun and ultimately sacrifices the Great Dao of Balance to secure victory.!< Along the way, he formulates the Scripture of Steadiness 《稳字经》, establishing guiding principles such as "act steadily, avoid karmic entanglements, and never seize opportunities by force."

The novel highlights Li Changshou's exceptionally cautious personality through recurring motifs such as "always scatter the ashes after killing an enemy" and "keep hidden trump cards while mastering escape techniques." It also develops memorable characters including Fairy Yunxiao and Lan Ling'e.

Through major events such as founding the South Sea Divine Cult to forge an alliance with the Dragon Clan and rescuing the Du Immortal Sect, Li Changshou gradually evolves from someone guided solely by a strategy of prudence into a leader willing to shoulder the greater responsibility of safeguarding the world.

*Note: Virtual production technology 虚拟拍摄技术 is a filmmaking method that combines real-time computer-generated (CG) environments with live-action filming, allowing actors to perform inside digital sets instead of relying entirely on physical sets or green screens.

📽️ Virtual Filming Technology – translated excerpt from Youku:

>Snowflakes drift down from the sky. A roughly four-meter-tall dead tree stands alone atop the cliff, together with the undulating mountains in the distance, creating a breathtaking, desolate scene of the primordial world...

>On December 11, [2024,] at the virtual filming site for Youku’s costume xianxia drama #Pull Strings*, this bleak winter scene seen on the director’s monitor existed in reality almost entirely within a 10-meter-tall LED screen. Apart from the dead tree and a few stone blocks, everything else was only displayed on the screen.

>It’s not just this mountaintop snow scene. The production will also use virtual filming to create 19 other settings, including Lingxiao Palace, the Marriage Bureau, and the underwater Dragon Palace.

>Chief Producer Wang Ping said that Pull Strings did not make extensive use of virtual production simply to create a model example of the technology, “but because it genuinely needs it – it’s an essential requirement.” With virtual filming accounting for nearly 40% of the entire production, and two studios carrying out virtual filming simultaneously, the series has also set a new benchmark for the application of virtual production in the film and television industry.

References:

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 1 day ago

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Cang Feng 藏锋 (2026) - What are your first impressions? [Masterpost]

Note: The drama was previously titled Sharp Turns.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

Tan Yan [played by Duan Yihong], deputy publicity chief of Hongye City Police, faces a sudden shift from office to the frontline as political commissar of the SWAT team. A thinker by trade, he is thrown into a world of action and instinct, colliding head-on with Commander Liao Bufan [played by Alan Aruna], a seasoned fighter with a big personality. >!They clash, adapt, and finally join forces to solve a major case. Through the process, Tan Yan rediscovers his true calling as a police officer.!<

Airing on Tencent / WeTV and Tencent's YouTube

Episodes: 23

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u/admelioremvitam — 3 days ago

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Sharp Turns 藏锋 🚔 from 🐧 Tencent. 📺 Airing today, August 17, 2026 at 8:00 pm. Starring Yu Nan, Alan Aruna, Li Chun and Duan Yihong. New trailer.

Note: The new drama title is Cang Feng.

The Chinese drama title 藏锋 can be translated as “Hidden Edge.”

About half an hour ago, the production team released a new trailer for the drama's premiere today.

The airing schedule will be posted in the comments when it is available.

The distribution license was obtained on February 11, 2026.

There are two main characters:

📸 Tan Yan, played by Duan Yihong, is the deputy director of the Publicity Office of the Hongye City Public Security Bureau.

🥊 Liao Bufan, played by Alan Aruna, is the Special Police Detachment* commander.

^(*Tactical unit)

Clip description:

“Take The Risk” Trailer

🖊️ Publicity police officer bravely heads to the special police unit

🔥 Tempered through countless trials, he reclaims the edge of his original conviction

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

7️⃣ Yu Lan 余兰 (stage name: 余男 Yu Nan) as Ji Min
7️⃣ Alan Aruna 阿如那 as Liao Bufan
7️⃣ Li Chun 李纯 as Yuan Lai
9️⃣ Duan Long 段龙 (stage name: 段奕宏 Duan Yihong) as Tan Yan

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Wan Peng 万鹏 as Bai Jiani
Liu Huan 刘欢 as Zhang Peng
Xing Jiadong 邢佳栋 as Na Haitao
Zhang Guoqiang 张国强 as Zhao Guohua
Yang Wei 杨威 (stage name: 杨一威 Yang Yiwei) as Li Nan
Li Luqi 李路琦
Hou Yansong 侯岩松 as Guo Jian
Zhao Ziqi 赵梓淇 (stage name: Zhao Chuan 赵川) as Lu Xiao
Ling Xiaosu 凌潇肃 as Liu Liang

Episodes: 24 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming and broadcasting platforms: Tencent 🐧 and CCTV-1 🐑
Booting ceremony held: December 18, 2024
Official filming wrapped up: March 21, 2025
Estimated filming time: 90 days
Filming location: Xiamen, Fujian Province
Genre: crime (according to Douban)
Distribution license obtained: February 11, 2026

🎞️ Producer: Wu Bai 五百 (Producer: Day and Night; Kidnapping Game; Goodbye, My Love. Director: Evidence, Tiger Wolf Rabbit, Crime Crackdown, Sniper, Mystery of Antiques)
🎬 Directors:
- Xing Jian Jun 邢键钧 (Wonder Wall, Just Fight, Genuine Heroes, Wind Direction, Under the Skin, The Lonely Warrior, The Kidnappers)
- Sun Xiaoguang 孙小光 (The Flame, The Predator Soldiers)
✍️ Original creator: Lü Zheng 吕铮 (screenwriter: Three Old Boys, Trident, Hunting)
✒️ Screenwriter: Yu Xiao Qian 于小千 (The Long Season, The City of Sunlight, Unbending Will)
📖 Novel: Cang Feng 藏锋
📽️ Produced by: CCTV, Tencent Video, Five Pictures

🎥 Previous behind-the-scenes special – posted on my profile

The story of 《藏锋》 Sharp Turns centers on the “career crisis” of Tan Yan (played by Duan Yihong), deputy director of the Publicity Office of the Hongye City Public Security Bureau. Tan Yan, originally a police officer working in publicity, is transferred to the Special Police Detachment to serve as its political commissar. Having always wielded a pen, he suddenly finds himself thrown into the front lines of real-world operations, leaving him in the awkward position of a scholar trying to reason with soldiers.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

There, he clashes with Liao Bufan (played by Alan Aruna), the Special Police Detachment* commander who is deeply rooted in frontline work and practically bursting with masculine energy. >!From conflict and adjustment to eventually finding common ground, the two work together as Tan Yan assists a special task force in solving a major case, ultimately rediscovering his professional ideals.!<

^(*Tactical unit)

New SWAT instructor Tan Yan and Captain Liao Bu Fan, who had difficulty cooperating, gradually [became] united in their thinking. The SWAT team also gets better and better under their leadership. >!Tan Yan mistakenly became a "hero" in a case, gave up his "honor" after discovering the truth, and successfully completed the task of the "Hidden Front" plan.!<

(Source: Chinese = Baidu || Translation = MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the novel "Cang Feng" (藏锋) by [Lü] Zheng (吕铮).

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

🔗 Previous posters, wrap up special, BTS clip, etc.

《藏锋》 (which can be translated as “Hidden Edge”) is a police/crime novel by police writer 吕铮 Lü Zheng. It was first published in 《中国作家》 (which can be translated as “Chinese Writer”) magazine in 2020 and subsequently published by 江苏凤凰文艺出版社 Jiangsu Phoenix Literature and Art Publishing House in 2021. Drawing on the author’s professional experience within the public security system, the novel uses a realist approach to focus on the professional characteristics and inner world of police officers.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

The novel centers on Tan Yan, deputy director of the Publicity Office of the Haicheng Public Security Bureau. After a mistake at work, he is assigned to the Special Police Unit on a temporary post, gradually transforming from a “pen-and-paper cop” into an operational police officer. During an anti-drug operation, >!he accidentally shoots and kills a drug lord, leaving him caught in a moral dilemma between the hero’s honors bestowed upon him and the truth of what actually happened. Through workplace clashes with Special Police Unit commander Liao Fan and the investigation of various cases, Tan Yan ultimately faces a life-and-death ordeal and undergoes a profound spiritual transformation.!<

The novel opens with the suspenseful image of >!“a bullet piercing the drug lord’s chest”!< and, through its multilayered narrative, explores the tension between the professional convictions of police officers and the moral choices they face.

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 4 days ago

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Pull Strings 师兄太稳健 from 👖 Youku and 🥝 iQIYI. 📣🗓️ Airing on August 19, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Starring Ao Ruipeng, Sun Zhenni, Ai Mi and Ao Ziyi. New trailer.

Trailer with official English subs by Youku on Twitter/X.

Note: Availability on iQIYI may be regional. At the time of posting, the drama has not appeared on Viki.

The Chinese drama title, 师兄太稳健, can be translated as “my senior brother disciple is too reliable.”

A few minutes ago, the production team announced the release date and dropped a new trailer.

More details are at the bottom of the post. I included a few behind-the-scenes photos in the comments.

Clip description:

“Gou Buddies Team-Up” Trailer

In the chaotic world of the Primordial Wilderness, the steady and cautious senior brother originally intended to “gou” (play it safe, stay low-key, avoid unnecessary risks, and survive by being cautious) his way through it all, but then he encounters a cool and aloof war-goddess fairy, an energetic junior sister, the adorable Second Dragon Prince, the artistic Heavenly Emperor… When everyone gathers together, will it be loving each other while fighting each other? Will they band together to survive? Or is there a shocking conspiracy hidden beneath the surface?

On August 19, the gou friends assemble! Follow Senior Brother as he hilariously ventures through the Primordial Wilderness!

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actor (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

🔟 Ao Ruipeng 敖瑞鹏 as Li Changshou 李长寿 (Changshou can be translated as “longevity”)

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

6️⃣ Sun Zhenni 孙珍妮 as Yun Xiao Xian Zi (Immortal/Fairy Yun Xiao)
7️⃣ Chen Ai Mi 陈艾米 (stage name: Ai Mi 艾米) as Lan Ling'e
🔟 Ao Ziyi 敖子逸 as Ao Yi

Appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Yu Yi 于毅 as Qi Yuan
Li Zhehao 李哲豪 as Hao Tian
Zhang Changning 张常宁 as Youqin Xuanya
Zeng Ni 曾妮 (stage name: Zeng Keni 曾可妮) as Jiu Jiu

Episodes: 30 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming platforms: Youku 👖 and iQIYI 🥝 (availability may be regional)
Official filming started: October 24, 2024
Official filming wrapped up: February 10, 2025
Estimated filming time: 120 days
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios
Genre: xianxia, light comedy (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Sam Ho 何澍培 (The Blossoming Love, Back from the Brink, And the Winner Is Love, The Legend of Dugu, Taichi Master, The Mystic Nine)
✍️ Original creator: Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan 言归正传
✒️ Screenwriter: Xu Boxiang (The Tengen)
📖 Novel: My Senior Brother Is Too Steady 我师兄实在太稳健了
📽️ Production companies: Youku, Jiangsu Yuanqimanman Film & Television Culture

🎙️ OST List

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

(Source: Novel update)

~~ Adapted from the web novel "My Senior Brother Is Too Steady" (我师兄实在太稳健了) by Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan (言归正传).

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

🔗 Previous posters, wrap up special, BTS clip, etc.

The audiobook, narrated by Wolong Canxue, consists of 437 episodes and has accumulated more than 11.26 million recommendation votes.

📽️ Virtual Filming Technology – translated excerpt from Youku:

References:

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 4 days ago

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Pull Strings 师兄太稳健 from 👖 Youku and 🥝 iQIYI. Starring Ao Ruipeng, Sun Zhenni and Ao Ziyi. New trailer.

Note: Availability on iQIYI may be regional. At the time of posting, the drama has not appeared on Viki.

🍉 The latest rumours say that the drama may be released on August 19 or 20, 2026. We'll see….🤞

The Chinese drama title, 师兄太稳健, can be translated as “my senior brother disciple is too reliable.”

A couple of hours ago, the production team released a new trailer.

More details are at the bottom of the post. I included a few behind-the-scenes photos in the comments.

Clip description:

“The Old Gou’s Hidden Talent Can’t Stay Hidden” Trailer

They say Li Changshou is merely a small human disciple? NO! As long as he has the 《稳字经》(which can be translated as “Scripture of Steadiness”) in hand, guards his home base, never acts recklessly, and keeps a few tricks up his sleeve for everything, he has a chance to turn the tide of Heaven’s Will and stand against the great calamity threatening the world!

In the primordial world, anything can happen. Senior Brother transforms into a high-level old schemer 🐶 – when it comes to everything, one word is the key: STEADINESS!

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actor (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

🔟 Ao Ruipeng 敖瑞鹏 as Li Changshou 李长寿 (Changshou can be translated as “longevity”)

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

6️⃣ Sun Zhenni 孙珍妮 as Yun Xiao Xian Zi (Immortal/Fairy Yun Xiao)
7️⃣ Chen Ai Mi 陈艾米 (stage name: Ai Mi 艾米) as Lan Ling'e
🔟 Ao Ziyi 敖子逸 as Ao Yi

Appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Yu Yi 于毅 as Qi Yuan
Li Zhehao 李哲豪 as Hao Tian
Zhang Changning 张常宁 as Youqin Xuanya
Zeng Ni 曾妮 (stage name: Zeng Keni 曾可妮) as Jiu Jiu

Episodes: 30 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming platforms: Youku 👖 and iQIYI 🥝 (availability may be regional)
Official filming started: October 24, 2024
Official filming wrapped up: February 10, 2025
Estimated filming time: 120 days
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios
Genre: xianxia, light comedy (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Sam Ho 何澍培 (The Blossoming Love, Back from the Brink, And the Winner Is Love, The Legend of Dugu, Taichi Master, The Mystic Nine)
✍️ Original creator: Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan 言归正传
✒️ Screenwriter: Xu Boxiang (The Tengen)
📖 Novel: My Senior Brother Is Too Steady 我师兄实在太稳健了
📽️ Production companies: Youku, Jiangsu Yuanqimanman Film & Television Culture

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

(Source: Novel update)

~~ Adapted from the web novel "My Senior Brother Is Too Steady" (我师兄实在太稳健了) by Yan Gui Zheng Zhuan (言归正传).

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

🔗 Previous announcement, concept poster, teaser, etc.

The audiobook, narrated by Wolong Canxue, consists of 437 episodes and has accumulated more than 11.26 million recommendation votes.

📽️ Virtual Filming Technology – translated excerpt from Youku:

References:

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 7 days ago

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A Touch of Green 雾里青 from 🥝 iQIYI officially finished filming and announced the rest of their cast. Starring Li Xian and Zhang Jingyi. New character posters.

The Chinese drama title 雾里青 can be translated as “Mist-Veiled Green” or “Green in the Mist.”

The title likely plays on the female lead’s name, Chen Qingwu (陈清雾). While 雾 means “mist,” the homophony between 清 (qīng) and 青 (qīng) allows “雾里青” to echo her name while shifting 清 to 青, which carries different connotations (clarity/purity vs. youth/green/blue). Being “in the mist” could also reflect >!her uncertainty about her feelings and her journey to understand whom she truly loves.!<

The production team announced that filming officially finished today, August 12, 2026. They also announced the rest of their cast members and released a set of new character posters (images 1 to 10). I added a few more posters previously released.

Both Li Xian’s and Zhang Jingyi's teams released new clips featuring the two main characters:

🎥 Behind-the-scenes wrap up special featuring Meng Fuyuan played by Li Xian – Meng is in tech (bionics) 🦾🦿
🎥 Behind-the-scenes wrap up special featuring Chen Qingwu played by Zhang Jingyi – Chen is a ceramic artist 🏺

The male lead’s younger brother, Meng Qiran, is played by Liu Xiaobei (image 5).

The wrap up ceremony was held on August 9, 2026. Filming officially started on May 10, 2026.

Poster descriptions:

A faint light washes over the heart, our gazes falling upon the same destination. Our story has only just written its prologue.

Amid the hustle and bustle of the human world, everyone has their own circumstances. Every life has its own scenery.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

7️⃣ Li Xian 李现 as Meng Fuyuan
7️⃣ Zhang Jingyi 张婧仪 as Chen Qingwu

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Wang Tixi 王媞熙 (stage name: He Qiu 鹤秋) as Zhan Yining
Dai Lele 代乐乐 as Qi Lin
Liu Dongling 刘东林 (stage name: Liu Xiaobei 刘小北) as Meng Qiran
Zhang Xilin 张晞临 as Meng Chengyong
Zhong Haohao 钟好好 (stage name: Ke Lan 柯蓝) as Liao Shuman
Guo Jiahao 郭家豪 (stage name: Ren Youlun 任宥纶) as Pei Shao
Fu Jia 傅佳 (stage name: Fu Jia 傅迦) as Chen Suiliang
Guan Yue 管乐 as Zhao Yingfei

Appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Wang Zhen 王振 (stage name: Wang Zhen’er 王真儿) as Sister Li
Kong Lin 孔琳 as Sister An
Lan Qinyuan 兰钦元 as Tao Li
Li Zefeng 李泽锋 as Brother Li
Zhang Simin 张思敏 as Yu Yu
Xie Lintong 谢林彤 (stage name: Showna Wencong Xie) as Maggie

Episodes: 24 (according to MDL – Baidu Baike states 36 episodes at the time of posting)
Streaming platform: iQIYI 🥝
Official main cast announcement: April 20, 2026
Official filming started: May 10, 2026
Wrap up ceremony held: August 9, 2026
Official filming wrapped up: August 12, 2026
Estimated filming time: 100 days
Filming location: Guangzhou and Shenzhen
Genre: urban romance (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Arthur Chu Yu Ning (I Live in Your Time, The First Frost, Tree in the River, Q Series: A Boy Named Flora A, In Time with You, They Kiss Again, It Started with a Kiss)
✍️ Original creator: Ming Kai Ye He 明开夜合
✒️ Executive Producer/Chief Screenwriter: Zhang Junbo (Producer: Hidden Love; Hello, I'm at Your Service; Oh! My Emperor Season 1 and 2)
✒️ Screenwriter: Li Hai Di (Hello, I'm at Your Service; My Huckleberry Friends; The Flying Guillotine)
📖 Novel: Wu Li Qing 雾里青
📽️ Production companies: Houlai Culture 厚莱文化, Beijing Relie Kaichang Culture Media (Open Culture) 开场影业, Beijing Laoyou Film and Television Culture 老有影视, Qi Yan Ba Yu 七妍八娱

Updated synopsis translated from Baidu Baike:

The Chen and Meng families have always been close, and everyone has assumed that Chen Qingwu [played by Zhang Jingyi], the Chen family’s only daughter, and Meng Qiran [played by Liu Xiaobei], the Meng family’s youngest son, would eventually marry. But in reality, Meng Qiran enjoys his freedom and does not want to be tied down, so he has continually avoided Qingwu’s feelings.

⚠️ Major plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!Emotionally, Qingwu is deeply troubled by her one-sided pursuit. In her career, she also has to bear the pressure from her family. All of this is noticed by Meng Fuyuan [played by Li Xian], the eldest son of the Meng family.!<

>!Meng Fuyuan maintains the image of the Meng family’s exemplary eldest son, an older-brother role model to his younger brother, and a serious older brother to Qingwu. Yet deep inside, he harbors a forbidden and uncontrollable secret – he has fallen in love with his younger brother’s girlfriend.!<

The previous synopsis has more detail and spoilers than the updated synopsis.

Previous synopsis translated from Baidu Baike:

The Chen and Meng families have long been close. Chen Qingwu, the Chen family’s only daughter, and Meng Qiran, the Meng family’s second son, grew up together as childhood companions. Everyone assumed it was only a matter of time before they married. In reality, however, Qiran values his freedom, and his relationship with Qingwu has always lingered in that in-between state – more than friends, but not quite lovers.

⚠️ Major plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!Qingwu loves Qiran deeply, but as she grows older, the relationship becomes increasingly painful. After repeated disappointments build up, she decides to leave and focus on developing her ceramics studio, starting a new chapter in her life. Meanwhile, Meng Fuyuan, the eldest son of the Meng family, has harboured feelings for Qingwu for many years. Upon learning that things between Qingwu and Qiran have ended, he gathers the courage to pursue her.!<

>!At first, Qingwu is shocked and rejects him. But over time, as they spend more time together, she gradually begins to be moved by him.!< >!After Qingwu leaves, Qiran initially feels relieved, but as time passes, he slowly realizes that he truly loves her and tries to win her back. Faced with Qiran’s renewed pursuit, Qingwu refuses.!< >!She comes to understand that the soulmate she longs for is Fuyuan.!<

>!Qingwu openly confesses her feelings to Fuyuan. Despite pressure from her family, the two boldly make their relationship public.!< In the end, >!their families come to accept them. After being shaken and emotionally broken by the situation – and after Qingwu’s blunt words force him to reflect – Qiran finally lets go and sincerely wishes the two happiness.!<

Note: The MDL synopsis is the novel summary. In the novel, the ML is a tech tycoon, and the FL is a ceramic artist. They have a 6-year age gap and the drama concludes with a (spoiler alert!) >!HE!<. Source: Douban

Chen Qing Wu believed that she would marry Meng Qi Ran in the future – both of them were childhood sweethearts and were very close.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

One Friday, Meng Qi Ran’s band performed, and Chen Qing Wu took a midnight flight to support him. Meng Qi Ran was drunk, and his brother Meng Fu Yuan went to pick him up. The eldest son of the Meng family was serious, reserved, and taciturn. Chen Qing Wu always felt that Meng Fu Yuan might hate her. >!That is, until Meng Fu Yuan went abroad on a business trip and brought her back a set of porcelain as a gift, carefully wrapped and transported thousands of miles unscathed. A ridiculous thought suddenly occurred to her: it can’t be that Meng Fu Yuan likes me, right?!<

>!Later, when the two families got together, Meng Qi Ran wanted to propose, but when he searched all over for Chen Qing Wu, he couldn’t find her. No one knew that in the study on the third floor, Meng Fu Yuan was kissing Chen Qing Wu’s ear, telling her with a deep voice to be quiet.!<

>!Meng Qi Ran was the turbulent wind when she was 16 years old, the butterfly she caught and released. Meng Fu Yuan was the silent abyss when she was 26 years old, and the snow that grew old together in her life.!<

(Source: Novel Updates; edited by MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the web novel "Wu Li Qing" (雾里青) by Ming Kai Ye He (明开夜合).

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 9 days ago

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Beyond the Blazing Sun 烈阳之上 from 👖 Youku officially announced their cast. Starring Ci Sha, Annabel Yao and Tim Huang Xiyan. New character clips and posters (combined).

The Chinese drama title 烈阳之上 can be translated as “Above the Blazing Sun.”

The production team officially announced their cast today, August 11, 2026. They released 8 character clips and their first set of new character posters. I stitched the clips together and added the character posters at the end.

The character posters can also be found on my profile if anyone is interested in taking a closer look:

📷 New posters

The booting ceremony was held in Foshan, Guangdong Province on June 28, 2026. The estimated filming time is 55 days. Filming will likely wrap up soon in mid to late August.

Poster description:

In this city fraught with danger, Li Zihua [played by Ci Sha] relies on his own courage and abilities, acting out of loyalty and protecting the people under his roof. Ming Lan [played by Annabel Yao] wields the rules as a blade, armed with her network and resources as she rewrites the order of things. Luo Luo [played by Tim Huang Xiyan] is obsessed with power, gradually consumed by resentment and desire, spiraling toward losing control and becoming twisted.

Three different natures, three different fates. Beneath their confrontations and clashes lies a life-and-death struggle in which none is willing to back down.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

6️⃣ Ji Wu Ci Sha 吉乌此沙 (stage name: Chi Sha 此沙) as Li Zihua
9️⃣ Yao Siwei 姚思为 (Annabel Yao Anna 姚安娜) as Ming Lan
1️⃣1️⃣ Tim Huang Xiyan 黄曦彦 as Luo Luo

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Wang Jinsong 王劲松 as Ming Bacha
Wong Ho / Wang Hao 王昊 (stage name: Vincent Wong Ho Shun / Wang Haoxin 王浩信) as Su Tie
Wu Jiakai 邬家楷 as Wan Feng
Shi Mingze 师铭泽 as Chen Yusheng
Jack Na Wei Hsun 那维勋 as Wan Changlu
Eddie Cheung Siu-fai / Zhang Zhaohui 张兆辉 as Luo Kun
Ken Lok Dat Wah / Luo Dahua 骆达华 as Chen Zhenyang
Guo Yilin 郭依林 as Li Mengjing
Zeng Ningxin 曾宁馨 (stage name: Ning Xin 宁心) as A Fang

Episodes: 22 (according to Baidu Baike)
Streaming platform: Youku 👖
Booting ceremony: June 28, 2026
Official cast announcement: August 11, 2026
Estimated filming time: 55 days
Filming location: Foshan, Guangdong Province
Genre: urban (according to Baidu Baike)
Language: Putonghua (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Tong Zhijian (The Return of the Lame Hero, One Day; Cinematographer: Just Try Me, One Night in Supermarket)
📽️ Production company: Youku

Note: At the time of posting, the MDL synopsis has the original character names. The Baidu Baike synopsis has the updated character names.

Li Zihua (played by Ci Sha) was separated from his younger brother when he was a child and never gave up searching for him over the years. By a twist of fate, he entered Gaolong Walled City*, put down roots there, and worked alongside its residents to build a livelihood and create new opportunities for the community.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

In the process, he met and came to know Ming Lan (played by Annabel Yao), the daughter of the Ming family. With his wholehearted assistance, Ming Lan began to make a name for herself and >!eventually secured the management rights to the Tong Lau 唐楼, taking charge of the building – a spiritual beacon symbolizing the local people's spirit of “persevering to survive and looking out for one another.”!<

At the annual Tong Lau ancestor-worship ceremony, with incense smoke curling through the air and members of the clan gathered together, Li Zihua >!unexpectedly came face-to-face with his younger brother in the crowd. After being separated for so many years, the two brothers finally recognized and reunited with each other.!<

>!At last, these blood relatives were reunited, as though all the hardships and upheavals they had endured over the years had become echoes of the past. This land had raised them and tested them alike. With sincere hearts, the brothers would protect their home and build a future together.!<

*Gaolong might be referencing Kowloon Walled City.

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 9 days ago

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Bai Yao Pu 百妖谱 from 🥝 iQIYI officially announced their main cast. Starring Deng Wei and Ai Mi. New concept poster.

The Chinese drama title 百妖谱 can be translated as “A Hundred Demons Record.”

The production team announced their cast and that filming officially started on August 11, 2026. They released a new concept poster.

Since the team has not released character posters for this drama so far, I added a couple of posters from the leading actors' previous drama:

Image 2 – Deng Wei from the 2025 drama Love of the Divine Tree
Image 3 – Ai Mi from the 2025 drama Love of the Divine Tree

I added the previous concept poster to this update (image 4).

If/when the team releases official booting ceremony photos, I will post them in the comments.

Bai Yao Pu 百妖谱 is directed by Guo Jingming (Veil of Shadows, My Journey to You, Fangs of Fortune).

Poster description:

Gilded gold as their guide, the abyss as their scroll. Amid sword shadows and the chime of bells, they journey side by side. There is no boundary between good and evil; saving demons is also a journey of the heart.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

4️⃣ Deng Wei 邓炜 (stage name: Deng Wei 邓为) as Si Kuanglan – officially announced
7️⃣ Chen Aimi 陈艾米 (stage name: Ai Mi 艾米) as Tao Yao – officially announced

Episodes: 36 (according to MDL)
Streaming platform: iQIYI 🥝
Official main cast announcement: August 11, 2026
Official filming started: August 11, 2026
Estimated filming time: 130 days
Estimated date for filming wrap up: mid December 2026
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios; Puyuan, Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province
Genre: xuanhuan, fantasy, fictional ancient setting (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Guo Jingming (screenwriter and director: Veil of Shadows, My Journey to You, L.O.R.D 1 and 2, Tiny Times 1 to 4; director: Hidden Shadow, Fangs of Fortune)
✍️ Original creator: Sha Luo Shuang Shu 裟椤双树 (Tales of the Floating World)
✒️ Screenwriter: Ge Rui (Black Dog; The Eight Hundred; My People, My Country; Candle in the Tomb: The Wrath of Time; Run for Love)
📖 Novel: Bai Yao Pu 百妖谱
📽️ Production companies: iQIYI, Shanghai Zuishi Culture Development

🌊 Si Kuanglan 司狂澜 – translated from Baidu Baike:

It tells the story of a ghost doctor named Tao Yao, who can only cure humans and monsters. [She] travels with Master Liu, the young monk Mo Ya, and Mo Ya's follower, the fox Gun Gun, through the dangerous and nostalgic human world, treating many with difficult and complex diseases from the monsters around them, and solving problems for humans.

(Source: Chinese = Baidu || Translation = MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the novel "Bai Yao Pu" (百妖谱) by Sha Luo Shuang Shu (裟椤双树).

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

📖 Novel Overview – translated from Baidu Baike:

《百妖谱》 (which can be used as “The Hundred Demons Record”) is an ongoing series of novels written by author 裟椤双树 Shaluo Shuangshu. It belongs to the youth literature and xuanhuan genres and has been adapted into an animated series of the same name.

The story follows the ghost doctor Tao Yao, the young monk Moyao, the fox Gun Gun, and the snake demon Young Master Liu as they travel from place to place, treating demons and monsters with difficult ailments and resolving all kinds of problems between demons and humans.

👥 Character Details

Note: The drama adaptation may vary from the novel and Donghua.

⚠️ Major spoilers! ⚠️

>Si Kuanglan is a character in the novel 《百妖谱》 Bai Yao Pu (which can be translated as “A Hundred Demons Record”) and its derivative works.

>Si Kuanglan is the second young master of the Si household in the capital. Born into an influential family, he and his twin elder brother, Si Jingyuan 司静渊, are both heirs to the family. His name comes from the poetic line:

>“冰心陈茶指静渊，霜刀血剑挽狂澜”

>”A tranquil heart and aged tea evoke deep abyss (Jingyuan 静渊); frost blades and bloodied swords turn the tide of chaos (Kuanglan 狂澜).”

>Note: Wǎn kuánglán 挽狂澜 is an expression that can be translated as “to turn the tide” / “to reverse a dangerous and critical situation.” So 狂澜 in Si Kuanglan's name has a heroic connotation.]

>In the animated series 《百妖谱·司府篇》 (which can translated as “Bai Yao Pu: The Si Residence Arc”), >!the scene in which Si Kuanglan rescues Tao Yao in the water demonstrates his growth as a character. His acquaintance with Tao Yao begins when Tao Yao saves his elder brother, Si Jingyuan. As the two spend more time together, they gradually become attracted to each other and eventually end up together.!<

>In the end, >!he and Tao Yao remain happily together.!<

>Personality Traits:

>He presents a typical cold and stern exterior, and is known for being strict and sharp-tongued, yet beneath this lies a sensitive and thoughtful nature. When faced with Tao Yao’s unconventional way of handling things, he demonstrates a keen ability to judge beyond appearances, seeing through outward actions to perceive a person’s true nature.

🔔 Tao Yao 桃夭 – translated from Baidu Baike:

>Tao Yao is the female protagonist of 《百妖谱》 Bai Yao Pu (which can be translated as “A Hundred Demons Record”), a novel written by 裟椤双树 Shaluo Shuangshu, and its derivative works. She is the Ghost Doctor of 桃都 Taodu and the guardian of the Bai Yao Pu.

>There is a saying about her: “Ghost Doctor Tao Yao, good and evil are difficult to discern. Wherever the golden bell passes, not a single demon remains.” The golden bell is her key tool for subduing demons and practicing medicine. After >!losing the Bai Yao Pu,!< she travels the world with her companions, including the little monk Moyaya and the snake demon Liu Gongzi, treating strange and difficult ailments among demons.

>Personality Traits:

>Tao Yao is forthright, carefree, and uninhibited. On the surface, she has a sharp tongue and is obsessed with money, but in reality she is tough on the outside and soft-hearted underneath, often stepping in to help others when they are in danger. She claims that she “only treats demons, not humans,” but because of the ties between demons and humans, she often becomes involved in human affairs as well. Her travels and experiences treating demons connect one story arc to another.

>Tao Yao's iconic appearance features a rosy-red Chinese-style short jacket and wide-legged Song-style trousers with side openings, layered over a crescent-moon white inner garment. She wears her hair in a long braid, giving her a distinctive traditional Chinese aesthetic. The journeys she undertakes with her companions primarily revolve around healing the physical and emotional wounds of demons.

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 10 days ago

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Forging Justice 重器 (2026) - What are your first impressions? [Masterpost]

Synopsis from the iQIYI app:

Set against the backdrop of China's early Reform and Opening-Up era, the story spans the years leading up to the 1997 revisions of the Criminal Procedure Law and the Criminal Law.

The central characters, Chen Yizhong [played by Johnny Huang Jingyu], Yu Gaoyuan [played by Jiang Qiming], Zhang Lihui [played by Karlina Zhang Jianing], Xia Yingjie [played by Jiang Peiyao], and their fellow law school graduates, embark on careers in different branches of the justice system after graduation. Through the fast-paced evolution of judicial practice, they witness history, help shape it, adapt to the changing times, and grow both professionally and personally.

Coming from different backgrounds and possessing distinct personalities, the group experiences the highs and lows of work and life over more than a decade, >!ultimately following very different paths.!<

Told from the unique perspective of China's evolving judicial system, the drama brings together judges, prosecutors, police officers, and legal professionals to depict the sweeping history of the country's rule of law, while weaving together the intertwined fates of its characters amid a transformative era.

**Airing on iQIYI and iQIYI's YouTube **

Episodes: 33

#Discussions

🗨️ Episodic drama discussions (please see the earliest comment)

🗓️ Airing schedule

🔗 Previous announcement, posters, wrap up special, trailer, etc.

#What does r/CDrama think about the show?

Look out for the wrap up post where we ask the sub to rate the drama a few weeks after the final airing date.

🗳️ It's a wrap! What's your final review? (post only appears a few weeks after the drama ends)

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u/admelioremvitam — 10 days ago

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Forging Justice 重器 (Zhong Qi) ⚖️ from 🥝 iQIYI. 📺 Airing today, August 10, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Starring Johnny Huang Jingyu, Jiang Qiming, Yu Hewei, Yan Peilun, Karlina Zhang Jianing and Jiang Peiyao. New trailer.

The Chinese drama title 重器 can be literally translated as strategic asset or important tool.

About ten minutes ago, the production team released a new trailer for the drama's premiere today.

The airing schedule will be posted in the comments when it is available.

Filming officially wrapped up on October 29, 2025.

Clip description:

“Following the Faint Light Toward Justice” Trailer

Rooted in the vast landscape of grassroots communities, there are always those who refuse to let fairness become a random game of fate. As the years slowly deepen their experience, they have never allowed time to wear away their original passion. They uphold their principles with the sincerity of their original purpose, and protect their convictions with unwavering resolve.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number in the surname):

1️⃣1️⃣ Johnny Huang Jingyu 黄景瑜 as Chen Yizhong
1️⃣2️⃣ Jiang Qiming 蒋奇明 as Yu Gaoyuan

Special appearances (sorted by the number in the surname):

3️⃣ Yu Hewei 于和伟 as Yuan Yifang
6️⃣ Yan Peilun 闫佩伦 as Lu Zeming
7️⃣ Karlina Zhang Jianing 张佳宁 as Zhang Lihui
9️⃣ Jiang Peiyao 姜珮瑶 as Xia Yingjie

Appearances (sorted by the number in the surname):

Ding Yongdai 丁勇岱 as Ding Zhongxiang
You Yong 尤勇 as Lü Tiancheng
Wang Jianguo 王建国 as Guo Dajie
Ning Li 宁理 as Zhou Yipu
Cheng Taisheng 成太生 (stage name: Cheng Taishen 成泰燊) as Qin Zhigao
Qi Kui 齐奎 as Wang Benshan
Ren Chengwei 任程伟 as Hong Zhansheng
Zhu Yan Man Zi 朱颜曼滋 as Fang Haohao
Chen Xiaoyi 陈小艺 as Wu Yue'e
Zhang Fan 张帆 as Mr. Qiao
Zhang Guoqiang 张国强 as Lin Huaimin
Li Hongtao 李洪涛 as Su Guosheng
Wu Yue 吴越 as Fang Shumei
Chi Jia 迟佳 (stage name: Chi Jia 迟嘉) as Xu Zhao
Yang Xinming 杨新鸣 as Zhang Encheng
Chi Peng 迟蓬 as Yu Mu (Mother Yu)
Zong Juntao 宗俊涛 as Zheng Jianmin
Zhou Yemang 周野芒 as Chen Fan
Hu Ke 胡可 as Mei Fang
Myolie Wu / Hu Xing’er 胡杏儿 as President / Boss Gui
Huang Chengcheng 黄澄澄 as Li Xiang
Zhai Xiaoxing 翟小兴 as Zhang Deshan

Episodes: 40 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming and broadcasting platforms: iQIYI 🥝 and CCTV-8 🐑
Official filming started: May 19, 2025
Official filming wrapped up: October 29, 2025
Filming location: Sichuan Province

🎬 Director: Shen Yan (Those Days, Bank on Me, Born to Run, The Rise of Phoenixes)
✒️ Screenwriter: Zhao Dong Ling (Sandstorm, Northward, Ordinary Greatness, The Fearless 1 and 2)
📽️ Produced by: iQIYI, Supreme People's Procuratorate Film and Television Center, Supreme People's Court Film and Television Center

🎥 Behind-the-scenes special – posted on my profile

In the early years of China's reform and opening-up, five law school graduates – Chen Yi Zhong, Yu Gao Yuan, Lu Ze Ming, Xia Ying Jie, and Zhang Li Hui – embarked on diverse careers within the judicial system.

(Source: TMDb)

Synopsis translated from the iQIYI app:

In the early days of reform and opening up, five law school graduates, including Chen Yizhong, Yu Gaoyuan, Lu Zeming, Xia Yingjie, and Zhang Lihui, entered different departments in the judicial field.

⚠️ Major plot spoilers! ⚠️

Chen Yizhong felt that his studies were inadequate while working at the municipal procuratorate, so he resigned and continued to study at school. >!He also participated in the revision of the Criminal Law and the Criminal Procedure Law with his tutor; Yu Gaoyuan worked in the court; Xia Yingjie insisted on fairness and justice and later died in the line of duty; Zhang Lihui became a prosecutor stationed in a prison, and she persisted in redressing an unjust case; Lu Zeming became an excellent criminal defense lawyer.!<

The story begins in the early years of China's Reform and Opening Up and continues through the 1997 revisions to the Criminal Procedure Law and the Criminal Law.

It follows Chen Yizhong, Yu Gaoyuan, Zhang Lihui, Xia Yingjie, and other law school graduates. After graduation, they enter different branches of the judicial system, where they witness history, take part in it, keep pace with the times, and continue to grow through the nation's rapidly evolving legal practice.

Coming from different backgrounds and possessing distinct personalities, the five navigate more than a decade of professional and personal ups and downs, ultimately >!forging very different paths in life.!<

Told from the unique perspective of China's judicial development, the drama brings together figures from the police, procuratorate, courts, and legal profession to portray the sweeping history of the country's rule of law and the intertwined fates of its characters against the backdrop of a transformative era.

New English synopsis from the iQIYI app:

Set against the backdrop of China's early Reform and Opening-Up era, the story spans the years leading up to the 1997 revisions of the Criminal Procedure Law and the Criminal Law.

The central characters, Chen Yizhong, Yu Gaoyuan, Zhang Lihui, Xia Yingjie, and their fellow law school graduates, embark on careers in different branches of the justice system after graduation. Through the fast-paced evolution of judicial practice, they witness history, help shape it, adapt to the changing times, and grow both professionally and personally.

Coming from different backgrounds and possessing distinct personalities, the group experiences the highs and lows of work and life over more than a decade, ultimately following very different paths.

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 11 days ago

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The Road to Splendor 花开锦绣 (2026) - What are your first impressions? [Masterpost]

Synopsis from the Tencent / WeTV app:

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

Born into the rough-and-tumble world of salt smuggling, the bold and fiercely loyal Zhao Ling [played by Ding Yuxi] dreams of a destiny greater than his humble origins. His path crosses with Fu Tingyun [played by Ancy Deng Enxi], a noble young lady >!falsely accused of an illicit affair, and the two are forced to flee for their lives.!<

>!Hunted and tested by both their powerful families and the imperial court, they stand together against every trial, defy the fate laid before them, and forge a legendary love destined to endure.!<

Airing on Tencent / WeTV and Tencent's YouTube

Episodes: 36

#Discussions

🗨️ Episodic drama discussions

🗓️ Airing schedule

📚 References for the salt trade during the Ming dynasty

🎙️ OST List

🗣️ Dubbing / Voice Actors

#What does r/CDrama think about the show?

Look out for the wrap up post where we ask the sub to rate the drama a few weeks after the final airing date.

🗳️ It's a wrap! What's your final review? (post only appears a few weeks after the drama ends)

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u/admelioremvitam — 12 days ago

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Zhong Qi 重器 ⚖️ from 🥝 iQIYI. Airing on August 10, 2026. Starring Johnny Huang Jingyu, Jiang Qiming, Yu Hewei, Yan Peilun, Karlina Zhang Jianing and Jiang Peiyao. New OST music video.

The Chinese drama title 重器 can be literally translated as strategic asset or important tool.

A couple of hours ago, the production team released a new main theme / ending theme OST music video 《再珍重》 (which can be translated as “Treasure It Once More”) performed by Johnny Huang Jingyu.

🎥 Yesterday, the production released a behind-the-scenes special which is posted on my profile.

Filming officially wrapped up on October 29, 2025.

Clip description:

Ending Theme MV

>“On an ordinary road, extraordinary dreams are written.”

There are many things we may pour all our strength into, yet still may never receive a definite answer. But there are always those who refuse to stop there, giving their all to safeguard the lives and dignity of ordinary people.

Though the road ahead is long and difficult, the drums never cease, and our faith never fades. Each of us will forge ahead on our own path, united in protecting the same dream. We have always believed that tomorrow will be better.

The OST 《再珍重》 “Treasure It Once More,” performed by Johnny Huang Jingyu and produced/composed by Guo Sida, is released today!

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number in the surname):

1️⃣1️⃣ Johnny Huang Jingyu 黄景瑜 as Chen Yizhong
1️⃣2️⃣ Jiang Qiming 蒋奇明 as Yu Gaoyuan

Special appearances (sorted by the number in the surname):

3️⃣ Yu Hewei 于和伟 as Yuan Yifang
6️⃣ Yan Peilun 闫佩伦 as Lu Zeming
7️⃣ Karlina Zhang Jianing 张佳宁 as Zhang Lihui
9️⃣ Jiang Peiyao 姜珮瑶 as Xia Yingjie

Appearances (sorted by the number in the surname):

Ding Yongdai 丁勇岱 as Ding Zhongxiang
You Yong 尤勇 as Lü Tiancheng
Wang Jianguo 王建国 as Guo Dajie
Ning Li 宁理 as Zhou Yipu
Cheng Taisheng 成太生 (stage name: Cheng Taishen 成泰燊) as Qin Zhigao
Qi Kui 齐奎 as Wang Benshan
Ren Chengwei 任程伟 as Hong Zhansheng
Zhu Yan Man Zi 朱颜曼滋 as Fang Haohao
Chen Xiaoyi 陈小艺 as Wu Yue'e
Zhang Fan 张帆 as Mr. Qiao
Zhang Guoqiang 张国强 as Lin Huaimin
Li Hongtao 李洪涛 as Su Guosheng
Wu Yue 吴越 as Fang Shumei
Chi Jia 迟佳 (stage name: Chi Jia 迟嘉) as Xu Zhao
Yang Xinming 杨新鸣 as Zhang Encheng
Chi Peng 迟蓬 as Yu Mu (Mother Yu)
Zong Juntao 宗俊涛 as Zheng Jianmin
Zhou Yemang 周野芒 as Chen Fan
Hu Ke 胡可 as Mei Fang
Myolie Wu / Hu Xing’er 胡杏儿 as President / Boss Gui
Huang Chengcheng 黄澄澄 as Li Xiang
Zhai Xiaoxing 翟小兴 as Zhang Deshan

Episodes: 40 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming and broadcasting platforms: iQIYI 🥝 and CCTV-8 🐑
Official filming started: May 19, 2025
Official filing wrapped up: October 29, 2025
Filming location: Sichuan Province

🎬 Director: Shen Yan (Those Days, Bank on Me, Born to Run, The Rise of Phoenixes)
✒️ Screenwriter: Zhao Dong Ling (Sandstorm, Northward, Ordinary Greatness, The Fearless 1 and 2)
📽️ Produced by: iQIYI, Supreme People's Procuratorate Film and Television Center, Supreme People's Court Film and Television Center

🔗 Previous announcement, posters, wrap up special, trailer, etc.

🎥 Behind-the-scenes special – posted on my profile

(Source: TMDb)

Synopsis translated from the iQIYI app:

⚠️ Major plot spoilers! ⚠️

The story begins in the early years of China's Reform and Opening Up and continues through the 1997 revisions to the Criminal Procedure Law and the Criminal Law.

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 12 days ago

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The Road to Splendor 花开锦绣 (previously: Escape To Your Heart) from 🐧 Tencent. 📺 Airing today, August 9, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Starring Ding Yuxi and Ancy Deng Enxi. New trailer.

The Chinese drama title 花开锦绣 can be translated as “flowers bloom in splendid beauty (like rich brocade).”

About twenty minutes ago, the production team released a new trailer.

Filming officially wrapped up on October 24, 2025. The distribution license was obtained on May 22, 2026.

Note: Ding Yuxi and Ancy Deng starred in the 2024 drama, Melody of Golden Age.

Clip description:

“A Battle for Fate” Trailer

Amid the struggles of everyday life, they hone their hearts; behind the inner chambers, they plot and scheme to shape the outcome. United and hand in hand, they seize control of their destiny and forge a life of splendor.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of strokes in the surname):

2️⃣ Ding Zhoujie 丁舟杰 (stage name: Ding Yuxi 丁禹兮) as Zhao Ling
4️⃣ Ancy Deng Enxi 邓恩熙 as Fu Tingyun

Special appearances (sorted by the number of strokes in the surname):

You Jingru 尤靖茹 as Madam Zuo
Bai Shu 白澍 as Sixteenth Master (Shi Liu Ye)
Lv Xiaolin 吕晓林 (stage name: Lv Xiaolin 吕晓霖) as Madam Wang
Zhang Meng 张萌 as Tian Wanyi
Chi Peng 迟蓬 as Old Madam Fu
Fan Shiran 范诗然 as Fan Ya’ke
Fan Tiantian 范湉湉 as Madam Mo
Wen Zhengrong 温峥嵘 as Madam Yu
Dong Zhenhua 董震华 (stage name: Dong Zifan 董子凡)as Yu Jingxiu
Tan Kai 谭凯 as Elder Statesman Yu (Yu Ge Lao)

Episodes: 36 (according to distribution license)
Streaming and broadcasting platforms: Tencent 🐧 and Dragon TV
Production time (as per filing): 24 months
Official filming started: June 26, 2025
Official filming wrapped up: October 24, 2025
Distribution license obtained: May 22, 2026

🎬 Director: Deng Ke (Shadow Love, The Prisoner of Beauty, Guardians of the Dafeng, The Legend of Heroes, The Legend of Shen Li, My Heroic Husband)
✍️ Original creator: Zhi Zhi 吱吱 (Blossom, Rebirth for You, The Sword and the Brocade)
✒️ Screenwriter: Nan Zhen (The Prisoner of Beauty, The Romance of Tiger and Rose)
📖 Novel: Hua Kai Jin Xiu 花开锦绣

🗓️ Airing schedule

🔗 Previous posters, teaser, trailer, OST music video, etc.

🎙️ OST List

🎥 Behind-the-scenes Character Special with English fan subs by qutehana on Twitter/X.

Synopsis from Baidu Baike:

Zhao Ling, a generous and affectionate private salt dealer, was born in a humble family, but he had great ambitions. He met Fu Ting Yun, a lady from a noble family who was falsely accused of having an affair, and they were forced to flee together. >!The two went through many tests from their families and the court, fought against fate, and finally became a legendary couple.!<

(Source: Chinese = Douban || Translation = MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the novel "Hua Kai Jin Xiu" (花开锦绣) by Zhi Zhi (吱吱).

The noblewoman Fu Tingyun was born into a prestigious household. Her marriage was treated by her family as a means of climbing the social ladder. During the discussion of her marriage, she was falsely accused of having an affair with her younger male cousin, which damaged the family’s reputation and resulted in her facing the harshest punishment.

Fu Tingyun had no choice but to ask Zhao Ling, an illegal salt dealer whom she happened to meet, for help, and they embarked on a journey of escape together.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!Relying on her own courage and resourcefulness, Fu Tingyun successfully obtained evidence of corruption by local salt officials, which helped Zhao Ling gain the appreciation of the crown prince who was traveling incognito. She strongly urged Zhao Ling to join the army, and under the guise of being his fiancée, she assisted him in supporting the crown prince and gaining a foothold in court.!<

>!At the same time, Fu Tingyun did not give up investigating the truth of the false accusation against her. With the support of righteous people, she and Zhao Ling investigated from multiple angles.!<

>!After many struggles against evil forces and overcoming obstacles created by prejudice and the obstruction by conservative forces in her family/their families, the two finally got married. Amid the unpredictable intrigue of the imperial court, the true mastermind behind the past false accusation was exposed and punished. Fu Tingyun and Zhao Ling began a new life together.!<

🔎 Baidu Baike | Douban | MDL

Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 12 days ago

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The Road to Splendor 花开锦绣 (previously: Escape To Your Heart) from 🐧 Tencent. Airing on August 9, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Starring Ding Yuxi and Ancy Deng Enxi. New behind-the-scenes production special.

The Chinese drama title 花开锦绣 can be translated as “flowers bloom in splendid beauty (like rich brocade).”

About ten minutes ago, the production team released a new behind-the-scenes production special.

There are English fan subs available for this behind-the-scenes production special:
🎥 Behind-the-scenes Production Special with English fan subs by qutehana on Twitter/X.

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Filming officially wrapped up on October 24, 2025. The distribution license was obtained on May 22, 2026.

Note: Ding Yuxi and Ancy Deng starred in the 2024 drama, Melody of Golden Age.

Clip description:

Behind-the-scenes “Crafting Splendor” Production Special

From on-location filming and meticulously researched costumes to the careful shaping of light and shadow, every step has been repeatedly polished to the finest details. With dedication and craftsmanship, the production brings to life a moving portrayal of growing against adversity and journeying together toward a splendid future.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of strokes in the surname):

2️⃣ Ding Zhoujie 丁舟杰 (stage name: Ding Yuxi 丁禹兮) as Zhao Ling
4️⃣ Ancy Deng Enxi 邓恩熙 as Fu Tingyun

Special appearances (sorted by the number of strokes in the surname):

You Jingru 尤靖茹 as Madam Zuo
Bai Shu 白澍 as Sixteenth Master (Shi Liu Ye)
Lv Xiaolin 吕晓林 (stage name: Lv Xiaolin 吕晓霖) as Madam Wang
Zhang Meng 张萌 as Tian Wanyi
Chi Peng 迟蓬
Fan Shiran 范诗然 as Fan Ya’ke
Fan Tiantian 范湉湉 as Madam Mo
Wen Zhengrong 温峥嵘 as Madam Yu
Dong Zhenhua 董震华 (stage name: Dong Zifan 董子凡)as Yu Jingxiu
Tan Kai 谭凯 as Elder Statesman Yu (Yu Ge Lao)

Episodes: 36 (according to distribution license)
Streaming platform: Tencent 🐧
Production time (as per filing): 24 months
Official filming started: June 26, 2025
Official filming wrapped up: October 24, 2025
Distribution license obtained: May 22, 2026

🎬 Director: Deng Ke (Shadow Love, The Prisoner of Beauty, Guardians of the Dafeng, The Legend of Heroes, The Legend of Shen Li, My Heroic Husband)
✍️ Original creator: Zhi Zhi 吱吱 (Blossom, Rebirth for You, The Sword and the Brocade)
✒️ Screenwriter: Nan Zhen (The Prisoner of Beauty, The Romance of Tiger and Rose)
📖 Novel: Hua Kai Jin Xiu 花开锦绣

🔗 Previous posters, teaser, trailer, OST music video, etc.

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🎥 Behind-the-scenes Character Special with English fan subs by qutehana on Twitter/X.

Synopsis from Baidu Baike:

(Source: Chinese = Douban || Translation = MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the novel "Hua Kai Jin Xiu" (花开锦绣) by Zhi Zhi (吱吱).

Fu Tingyun had no choice but to ask Zhao Ling, an illegal salt dealer whom she happened to meet, for help, and they embarked on a journey of escape together.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

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Translated Synopses

📊 Information and translations compiled by u/admelioremvitam.

u/admelioremvitam — 14 days ago

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Ren Yu 人鱼 (2026) - What are your first impressions? [Masterpost]

Synopsis from the Tencent / WeTV app:

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!One missing girl.!< Three very different lives. As the search pulls them together, each girl faces a choice that could break her – or save her. Above ground, the city gleams; below, a maze of dark tunnels hides its secrets.

>!One girl walks that line alone, through pain and buried truths, until she uncovers what really happened. But finding the answer is only half the fight. The other half? Finding herself, and a way back to the light.!<

Airing on Tencent / WeTV and Tencent's YouTube

Episodes: 22

#Discussions

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#What does r/CDrama think about the show?

Look out for the wrap up post where we ask the sub to rate the drama a few weeks after the final airing date.

🗳️ It's a wrap! What's your final review? (post only appears a few weeks after the drama ends)

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u/admelioremvitam — 16 days ago

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Nirvana in Flames 凤不栖 from 🥭 MangoTV officially finished filming. Starring Wu Jinyan and Miles Wei Zheming. New wrap up special.

The Chinese drama title 凤不栖 can be translated as “The Phoenix Does Not Perch” or “The Phoenix Will Not Settle.”

The production team announced their main cast and that filming officially finished today, August 4, 2026. They released a new wrap up special.

The wrap up ceremony was held on July 28, 2026.

Clip description:

The blazing fire burns away the old self; a frost-forged blade cuts through the dust of a new beginning. The past has turned to ash, the road ahead remains unwritten, and heaven and earth await the phoenix's arrival.

Cast:

More information regarding the actor credit guidelines in this summary here and the full notice here.

(I put the character stroke count as: 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣)

Leading actors (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

7️⃣ Wu Jinyan 吴谨言 as Qin Changge / Ming Shuang
1️⃣7️⃣ Miles Wei Zheming 魏哲鸣 as Xiao Jue

Special appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Wang Youshuo 王佑硕 as Su Xuan
Liu Yanhong 刘妍宏 (stage name: Liu Lingzi 刘令姿) as Jiang Zhaowei
Wang Duo 汪铎 as Yu Zixi
Xu Yang 徐洋 as Xiao Chen
Xu Yuan Yi Na 徐媛屹娜 as Rou Zheng
Yan Yuchen 阎玉晨 (stage name: Yan Yuchen 闫玉晨) as Chu Feihuan
Wen Zhengrong 温峥嵘 as Empress Dowager Jiang

Appearances (sorted by the number of character strokes in the surname):

Lu Gang 卢刚 (stage name: Lu Xingyu 卢星宇) as Jiang Xiangguo
Zhu Wenting 朱文婷 (stage name: Zhu Luoning 朱珞宁) as A Xian
Zhu Xingjian 朱行健as Yan An
Xu Nuo 许诺 as Qing Su
Zhang Ting 张婷 (stage name: Zhang Yixi 张译兮) as Yun Xin
Li Zonghao 李宗浩 as Su Mu
Yang Junwen 杨竣文 (stage name: Yang Chenyi 杨辰一) as Prince / King Dong Yan (东燕王)
He Hongshan 何泓姗 as Princess Dong Yan
Qin Tianyu 秦天宇 as Xue Yun
Zeng Ni 曾妮 (stage name: Zeng Keni 曾可妮) as Rong Xiao

Episodes: 36 (according to Baidu Baike and MDL)
Streaming and broadcasting platforms: MangoTV 🥭 and Hunan TV
Official filming started: April 15, 2026
Official filming wrapped up: August 4, 2026
Filming location: Hengdian World Studios
Genre: costume, political intrigue (according to Baidu Baike)

🎬 Director: Guo Hu (The Golden Hairpin, Fate Chooses You, A Dream within a Dream, A Moment but Forever, Mysterious Lotus Casebook, Immortal Samsara, One and Only, Love and Destiny, Eternal Love, The Journey of Flower, Swords of Legends)
✍️ Original creator: Tian Xia Gui Yuan 天下归元 (The Rise of Phoenixes, Legend of Fu Yao)
✒️ Screenwriters: Xia Meng Ying 夏梦莹 (short dramas: Fate's Crossing Nan & Ke, Coming for You, An Actor's Rhapsody 1 and 2), Yang Yu Tao 杨钰陶 (short dramas: Your Sunshine, Palace: Devious Women, My Handsome Roommate), Peng Yuan 彭媛 (short dramas: To Love or to Defy, Enslaved by Love), Sun Lin 孙临 (Creation of the Gods trilogy (movies); Moonlit Reunion)
📖 Novel: Di Huang 帝凰
📽️ Production companies: MangoTV, Hunan TV, Mango Excellent Media, Ciwen Media, Xirui Culture Co. Ltd, Tian Fu Kuan Zhai

A long time ago, the world was divided into four countries and disputes continued. Qianjuemen glimpsed the secret and wanted to give the artifact Emperor Star to the future world leader – Northern Ming Prince Yu Zi Xi [played by Wang Duo] to help him unify the four directions. Qin Chang Ge [played by Wu Jinyan], a disciple of Qianjuemen, was assigned by her master to bring the Emperor Star into the world. After witnessing the suffering of the people, >!she violated her master's instructions and handed the Emperor Star to the unpopular Xiliang Prince Xiao Jue [played by Miles Wei Zheming], and joined hands with Xiao Jue to save the people.!<

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!However, Qin Chang Ge suffered the backlash of the power of the Emperor Star because of her unauthorized change of destiny.!< >!She died soon, and her relationship with Xiao Jue also changed suddenly. In the midst of crisis, Qin Chang Ge died strangely.!< >!Three years later, a woman who looked like Chang Ge reappeared in the world, vowing to sort out the entanglement of love and hatred in her previous life, but she fell into another cycle of fate with her former lover Xiao Jue.!<

(Source: Chinese = Weibo || Translation = MyDramaList)

~~ Adapted from the novel "Di Huang" (帝凰) by Tian Xia Gui Yuan (天下归元).

⚠️ Note: There are more spoilers in the synopsis from Baidu Baike. ⚠️

Long ago, the realm was divided into four states, locked in constant conflict. The Qianjue Sect foresaw the will of heaven and intended to bestow the divine artifact, the Emperor Star, upon the future ruler destined to unify the land – Yu Zixi, prince of Beiming [played by Wang Duo].

Qin Changge, a disciple of the sect, was ordered to bring the Emperor Star into the mortal world. But after witnessing the suffering of the common people, she defied her sect’s command and instead gave the artifact to Xiao Jue, the overlooked prince of Xiliang [played by Miles Wei Zheming]. Together, she and Xiao Jue set out to save the people.

⚠️ Plot spoilers! ⚠️

>!Yet for forcibly altering fate, Qin Changge suffered a backlash from the power of the Emperor Star, leaving her with little time to live. At the same time, her relationship with Xiao Jue took a sudden and troubling turn. Amid mounting danger, she died a mysterious and wrongful death.!<

>!Three years later, a woman bearing a striking resemblance to Changge reappears in the world, determined to untangle the grudges and love of her past life. She now wields the Emperor Star, defying heaven itself to change the fate of the people; with her aid, he [Xiao Jue] ultimately rises to become the ruler of all under heaven.!<

>!They share twelve years of love – only for her to suffer the cruel fate of having her eyes gouged out and her body burned, leaving no remains. The world believes the empress immolated herself to prove her resolve, unaware that she endured three years of injustice and has returned from hell itself.!<

>!In the end, she is once again drawn into the cycle of fate with her lover from her past life, Xiao Jue.!<

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