Fans of Jianghu & martial arts TV show are in for a treat with the highly anticipated series, “The Ingenious One”. With an all-star cast and impressive fight choreography, this drama promises to be an exciting and thrilling ride for viewers.
After “A Dream of Splendor”, Chen Xiao's career reached another peak. Not only did he star in one successful product after another, but his personal achievements and performances also improved. First, he starred in the period drama “Miles to Go”, playing the role of Gao Jialin, demonstrating the importance of self-reliance in life. Whether it was the immersion of his character, or the presentation of details, Chen Xiao's interpretation was perfect.
Following that, he worked with Chen Jianbin to bring the suspenseful detective drama “Thirteen Years of Dust”, once again playing a police officer and effectively conveying the sense of responsibility and belief that comes with the job. His personal performance was outstanding, and combined with the high-quality products and strong performances from the entire cast, received numerous positive reviews and can be considered a top suspense drama of 2023. Just as “Thirteen Years of Dust” has finished airing, Chen Xiao's next project “The Ingenious One” is set to air soon, making it three consecutive productions featuring Chen Xiao.
“The Ingenious One” stars Chen Xiao and Rachel Momo as the lead roles, with Tang Xiaotian, Xu Lingyue, and Liu Guanlin in supporting roles, and Qin Lan and Wang Jinsong as special guest stars. This martial arts TV show is adapted from Fang Baiyu's novel “Qian Men”, and mainly tells the story of the suave young man Yun Xiang, who enters the martial arts world with a mission from his clan. He unexpectedly meets the fierce female warrior Shu Ya'nan, the nobleman Su Mingyu, and the quick-witted swordsman Jin Biao, among other friends. Together, they experience the complex and treacherous world of martial arts, grow and transform, and defend righteousness and justice in their hearts.
From the information about the series, “The Ingenious One” can be said to have a lot of strength in terms of production, plot points, and cast lineup, especially with its star-studded cast of actors who all possess great acting skills. It can be considered a masterpiece among costume dramas.
The 36-episode “The Ingenious One” was created by a team of experienced professionals, including acclaimed director You Dazhi, who has worked on other well-received dramas such as “Wu Xin: The Monster Killer Season 2”. The series was co-written by Liang Zhenhua, Jiang Daqiao, and Yan Xi, all of whom are highly respected in the industry. With such an impressive creative team behind it, the show's visual and narrative quality is sure to be top-notch.
The series follows the story of male lead Yun Xiang, who after ten years of hard training, enters the world of martial arts and experiences a series of events related to friendship, love, revenge, and justice. The show presents a mix of exciting martial arts action scenes and beautiful romantic moments, making for a truly captivating viewing experience.
The role of Yun Xiang is played by Chen Xiao, whose handsome and suave appearance and excellent acting make him the perfect fit for his character. In “The Ingenious One”, Chen Xiao exudes a sense of otherworldly charm in his costume, and his portrayal of the character is highly relatable. His intense gazes and well-executed fight scenes in the trailer have left viewers eagerly anticipating the show.
Apart from Chen Xiao, the cast also boasts many other talented actors. The female lead, played by Rachel Momo, is sweet-faced and has a striking presence. Her beautiful costume designs are breathtaking, and her acting is solid. Her character, Shu Yanan, is a clever and witty woman with a rich history of martial arts experience, and her romance with Chen Xiao's character is sure to be a highlight of the series.
Based on the previews and various stills, the combination of Chen Xiao and Rachel Momo in “The Ingenious One” is a perfect match. Not only are they both talented actors, but their chemistry on screen is also very strong. The handsome and beautiful duo is sure to captivate many viewers.
The second male lead Tang Xiaotian and second female lead Xu Lingyue are also young actors with high popularity and exceptional looks and acting skills. Their ancient costumes are stunning, and their performances with the main leads are worth anticipating.
Moreover, “Yun Xiang Zhuan” features a strong supporting cast consisting of dozens of talented actors, including Liu Guanlin, Qin Lan, Wang Jinsong, Hui Yinghong, and Huang Haibing. Liu Guanlin plays a swordsman with a bold and imposing appearance, wielding a large sword with great skill.
Qin Lan exudes elegance in her simple yet beautiful attire, while Wang Jinsong and Hui Yinghong showcase their martial arts prowess in their action scenes.
With such a powerhouse cast in terms of looks, acting skills, and popularity, and impressive production values, “Yun Xiang Zhuan” is undoubtedly a high-end costume drama with strong competition. It is set to premiere on April 25th, and we can't wait to see this martial arts masterpiece!
