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The Journey of Flower – the Intricate Tapestry of Emotions
In the realm of Chinese television dramas, few series have captured the hearts of audiences quite like "The Journey of Flower." Centered around the character Hua Qiangu, portrayed by Zhao Liying, the series delves deep into the complexities of human emotions, weaving a captivating narrative that resonates with viewers on a profound level. At the heart of the series is Zhao Liying's portrayal of Hua Qiangu, a character who undergoes a remarkable transformation from a naive and innocent girl to a resilient and determined woman. With each step of her journey, Zhao Liying breathes life into the character, imbuing her with a sense of purity, kindness, and strength that is both inspiring and relatable. From her early struggles to her eventual triumphs, every aspect of Hua Qiangu's growth resonates with audiences, touching their hearts and drawing them deeper into the story. Opposite Zhao Liying is Huo Jianhua, who portrays the enigmatic and complex character Bai Zihua. With his icy demeanor and hidden depths of emotion, Huo Jianhua brings a sense of mystery and intrigue to the role, keeping viewers guessing about his true intentions and feelings. The dynamic between Hua Qiangu and Bai Zihua is at the heart of the… -
The Origins of Xia: Tracing the Evolution and Relevance of Chivalrous Ideals
What is Xia? Some say they are skilled warriors, others say they are outsiders on the fringes of society, and some even say it is an adult fairy tale. A knight-errant can take on many forms, but one thing is certain: from the moment they step onto the stage of history, their extraordinary allure ensures that the concept of a "Xia" will never fade away. What is Xia? Who can be called a knight-errant? To answer these questions, let us first go back to the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, when knights-errant roamed. 01 When did ancient China have Xia? During the Pre-Qin period, warfare was frequent. One day, the powerful state of Chu was preparing to attack the weak state of Song and hired the renowned craftsman Lu Ban to create siege weapons. The military strength of Song was far inferior to that of Chu, and the people were filled with fear, scattering in all directions in an attempt to escape. Mozi, who had a deep background in craftsmanship and was skilled in defending cities, received this news and immediately rushed thousands of miles to the capital of Chu, hoping to utilize his expertise… -
9 Types of Cheongsam Sleeves: Exploring the Rich History of Design
In the early 1920s, when the popularity of upper coat and lower dresses was dwindling, qipao quietly emerged and underwent bold improvements. This can be considered a remarkable revolution in women's clothing, elevating qipao to become one of the world's distinctive Eastern female outfits. During the Republican era, qipao was a long robe-style one-piece garment that cinched at the waist and highlighted women's natural beauty while accentuating their curves and slender figures. Instead of wearing long pants underneath, silk stockings, thread stockings or underwear were worn. The thin and transparent material of the cheongsam should be worn with a white petticoat, which also has white lace. In this way, the slender legs and lines can also be shown in the slit of the cheongsam. In this article, we will introduce the basic 9 type of cheongsam sleeve for you. Sleeveless The sleeveless style is a universal design that can be worn by anyone regardless of body type or age. The most significant feature of this style is its coolness and comfort, showcasing one's entire arm, making it perfect for summer wear. Zhang Manyu wore many sleeveless qipaos in "In the Mood for Love", which complemented her tall and slender figure… -
Adventures on Qingming Festival 2022 – Enjoy Spring with Song Dynasty Literati
Combining the elegant tradition of the literati in the Song Dynasty and the natural characteristics of the Qingming Festival, Adventures on Qingming Festival 2022 extends the cultural connotation of the series "Chinese Solar Terms" and takes viewers to a spring elegant gathering with a classical flavor. On April 4, Henan TV's Chinese Solar Terms series, "A Wondrous Landscape of Qingming - Adventures on Qingming Festival 2022" aired, recreating the elegant gathering of the literati in the Song Dynasty, and opening an elegant "Wonderful Tour" in the spring and scenic. Coinciding with the Qingming Festival, the program takes advantage of a wonderful spring elegant gathering to express the multiple meanings and emotional expressions of Qingming again. Join a spring elegant gathering together In ancient times, the gathering of literati was called "Ya Ji (雅集)". In the early years of Yuanfeng, Wang Shen invited sixteen contemporary literati, including Su Shi, Su Zhe, Huang Tingjian, Mi Fu, and Qin Guan, to a gathering in the West Garden. This "Xi Yuan Ya Ji Tu (西园雅集图, West Garden Elegant Gathering)", which took place in Bianjing (now Kaifeng, Henan Province) of the Northern Song Dynasty, is equally famous as the "Lanting Gathering" of the Eastern Jin… -
History of Ancient China Hair Accessories: Ji
Vocabulary Ji, 笄 (jī) - the most simplistic hair accessories to secure updos used by ancient Chinese. Zan, 簪 (zān) - a more complex version of Ji. What hanfu hairpins are now called. On one end are accessories, and the other is a pin that is inserted into a hair bun. Chai, 钗 (chāi) - also a hairpin quite similar to Zan. Chāi have two split pins on one end. The two pins will get pushed into the hair bun and stay much more securely than one pin in Zan and Ji. Guan, 冠 (guān) - literal translation is "crown". The crown in ancient China looked more like a net hat that encompassed hair buns within. Based on the crown, any sort of hairpin can be used to further secure the hat to the head. Materials and Purpose Ji are considered the earliest and plainest hair accessories. It takes on the shape of a stick with or without a simple carved out design on one end and a single stick on the other. It is often carved out of a single piece of material or cut out separately then assembled at the end. This accessory is said to exist even… -
2023 Upcoming Exciting Wuxia Cdrama List
Compared to costume dramas and Xuanhuan dramas, the Wuxia and Xianxia genres drama have less momentum in 2022. But there are quite a few that are worth adding to the waiting list for martial arts fans, such as Who Rules The World, The Young Flying Fox, and Heroes. Likewise, there are still some popular dramas still in production on the martial arts to-be-broadcast list for 2022, check them out here. This article summarizes some of the Wuxia cdramas to be broadcast in 2023. A Journey to Love · 一念观山 Also known as: Yi Nian Guan Shan Period Background: Alternative Reality Genres: Romance, Martial Arts, Adventure Main Role: Liu Shi Shi as Ren Ru Yi, Liu Yu Ning as Ning Yuan Zhou Plot summary of A Journey to Love The Wuxia cdramas A Journey to Love is Liu Shi Shi playing ancient cdrama again after five years. It tells the story of Ren Ruyi (任如意, played by Liu Shi Shi) and Ning Yuan Zhou (宁远舟, played by Liu Yuning) building a strong alliance, establishing trust, and defending their faith. The Blood of Youth · 少年歌行 (Aired) Aired: December 26, 2022 Also known as: Song of Adolescence Period Background: Alternative… -
Song Yi Surprised Everyone Again! With Her Stunning Ancient Costume Look
The ancient suspense drama "Feng Qi Luo Yang (风起洛阳)", adapted from Ma Boyong's novel "Luo Yang", is well-produced, with ups and downs and a high degree of popularity. Song Yi (宋轶), who plays Liu Qiniang (柳七娘, Liu Ran) in the drama, has also received a lot of praise from netizens for her rich costume styling and exquisite makeup. The drama is about a series of unsolved cases that occurred in Luoyang, during the heyday of the Tang Dynasty. Gao Bingzhu, played by Huang Xuan, is involved in a murder case by mistake, and together with Wang Yibo as Baili Hongyi and Song Xi as Wu Siyue, they are involved in investigating the truth of the murder case. In the drama, Song Yi plays the role of Liu Qiniang, the wife of Baili Hong Yi. The audience is not only concerned about whether the mysterious case can be uncovered, but also the daily interaction between Baili Hongyi and Liu Qiniang, who got married first and then fell in love, is one of the main points to watch. Liu Qiniang, who is deeply in love with Baili Hongyi, is bold and courageous, quite likeable. The wedding look in the drama also harvested… -
The History and Usage of Traditional Panbo
Brief history on Chinese tool panbo and how it is different in the past when compared to Japanese tasuki. Vocab; Panbo 襻膊/攀膊 (pàn bó) - a long strip of cloth to tied up the sleeves for working conveniences. What it is being called nowadays. Bisheng 臂绳 (bì shéng) - "arm rope." Another way to call panbo (襻膊). Fubo 缚膊 (fù bó) - "bound." Another way to call it panbo. Gongtao 宫绦 (gōng tāo) - "norigae." Commonly a pendant worn by men with long ropes attached and wrapped around waist. Can be worn over hanfu belt or as a belt. It is a decorative accessory like a women's sachet. Tasuki - Japanese name for calling the same products and usages. History; According Shěncóngwén's (沈從文) "Research on Ancient Chinese Outfit (中國古代服飾研究·宋百馬圖中馬伕)", panbo is a type of clothing invented in the Song Dynasty by working people for conveniency. It is to secure the long sleeves in a bundle with the panbo so that it won’t get in the way of performing tasks such as farming, cooking, and washing. Besides being called panbo, it is also known as 臂绳 (bì shéng), "arm rope." Shěncóngwén wrote "宋 人記廚娘事,就提及當時見過大場面的廚娘,用銀索襻膊進行烹調。可知它是 宋 代勞動人民為便於操作而發明的通用工具。特種的才用銀練索,一般大致不外絲麻作成。" Roughly translated as; "Song… -
Fantasy Drama The Longest Promise: Love, Destiny, and Unforgettable Adventures
On July 2nd, "The Longest Promise" premiered. Directed by Jiang Jiajun and starring Xiao Zhan and Ren Min, this fantasy romantic love story captivates without the need for lengthy world-building narration. "The Longest Promise" begins with a retrospective narrative of the female lead Zhu Yan (played by Ren Min) fleeing from her wedding. It then delves into the main storyline of the male lead Ying Shi (played by Xiao Zhan), who was framed, faked his death, and left the palace during his youth. The intertwining of their growth and fate unfolds as they meet at Jiuyi Mountain's celebration. Since its debut, this drama has engrossed viewers with its lively storytelling pace, providing them with a rich blend of humor, sweetness, and heart-wrenching moments. Combined with a fresh worldview and Eastern fantastical aesthetics that enhance the audiovisual experience, "The Longest Promise" has become a focal point of discussion on social media platforms. The Eastern fantasy colors in "The Longest Promise" are not only superficial but also ingrained in its essence. Behind the immersive Eastern aesthetic ambiance lies the emotional core that shines brightly, the mortal struggle against destiny undertaken by Ying Shi and Zhu Yan illuminates their captivating bond. Eastern… -
Sneak Peek: Till The End Of The Moon – A Promising New Xuanhuan Drama Release
Starring Luo Yun Xi, Bai Lu, Chen Du Ling, and Deng Wei, with Sun Zhen Ni, and Wang Yi Fei in supporting roles, the fantasy Xuanhuan drama "Till The End Of The Moon" has officially announced its release date. Starting on April 6th, it will be exclusively broadcast on Youku. Adapted from the "Hei Yue Guang Na Wen BE Ju Ben" by Teng Luo Wei Zhi, "Till The End Of The Moon" tells the story of the love and hate relationship between the demon lord Tantai Jin and Li Susu, the daughter of the head of Hengyang Sect. It has garnered much attention since its production began. The story is about the Hengyang Sect leader's daughter, Li Su Su (played by Bai Lu), who risks everything to save the world from the tyrannical rule of the demon lord Tantai Jin (played by Luo Yun Xi). She travels back 500 years to disguise herself as Ye Xi Wu, the youngest daughter of the Ye family, in order to prevent the young Tantai Jin from becoming a demon, before he is consumed by evil thoughts. However, she never expected Tantai Jin to be her husband in that time period. As they spend… -
A Deep Dive into China’s TV Drama Industry
In the first half of this year, the Chinese television drama scene has been nothing short of vibrant and competitive. From breaking records in platform subscriptions and viewer anticipation to achieving significant ratings on national TV channels, the landscape for domestic dramas has been evolving rapidly. Titles like "Blooming Flowers," "Joy of Life 2," "Walking with Phoenix," "My Altay," and "The Story of Roses" have dominated discussions, each contributing to the diversity and innovation within the industry. The surge in blockbuster dramas has been evident. Starting with the New Year release of "Blooming Flowers," followed by a succession of hits such as "North-South Wander," "Walking with Phoenix," "Chasing the Wind," "Joy of Life 2," "New Life," "The Story of Roses," and "Ink Rain Among Clouds," these series have collectively fueled the drama market like a relay race. According to Delta V data, the top ten TV dramas in terms of popularity index for the first half of the year include these titles, showcasing their broad appeal across different demographics. Li Jingsheng, Vice President of the China Broadcasting and Television Association, notes a significant shift in the landscape of 2024's first half dramas. No longer are there singular "mega productions"; instead,… -
Cultural Inheritor: New Ideas for Documenting Traditional Craft Heritage
Eight years ago, the first season of "Inheritor" (2015) premiered. This documentary series focused on the skills and emotions of inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, showcasing little-known traditional techniques to the public and arousing people's interest in experiencing, watching, and exploring intangible cultural heritage. Eight years later, what kind of sparks can be generated when traditional intangible cultural heritage collides with modern technology? On June 10th, the documentary "Cultural Inheritor" premiered. Based on inheriting outstanding traditional culture and holding a modern scientific perspective, this program allows ancient techniques to collide with modern technology while further examining the civilization codes hidden in intangible cultural heritage. It not only showcases the charm of integrating culture and technology but also helps tell stories about intangible cultural heritage while conveying China's cultural charm and confidence to audiences worldwide. Perceiving the aesthetic value of drama and technology The inheritance and innovation of intangible cultural heritage cannot be separated from generations' adherence to tradition while innovating. "Cultural Inheritor" excavates true stories between inheritors and projects, telling stories about intangible cultural projects through dramatic means while recounting wonderful life experiences by inheritors. With advances in technological methods, there are now more opportunities for projects related to… -
What Is the Name of the White Scarf in the Palace Drama – Ling Jin
The popularity of palace dramas has always been at the forefront of Chinese costume dramas, such as Empresses in the Palace, Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace, Story of Yanxi Palace, and other classic dramas. The most famous of them is the Empresses in the Palace, a decade-old drama that is still a hit today and is watched repeatedly by netizens to study the relationships and details of the characters in the drama. If you have ever watched a Qing Dynasty palace drama, did you find that the concubines in the drama often wore a white scarf? Its official name is: Ling Jin (领巾). But the vast majority of the time, it was mistakenly called the Long Hua (龙华), but there is no historical record associated with this name. The Qing Dynasty was a minority dynasty, and its dress and costumes were different from those of all the dynasties, with typical minority characteristics. Out of the need for safaris, in order to keep the flexibility of head-turning, the clothes of the Qing Dynasty maintained the attributes of collarless, or the separation of clothes and collar. The collarless design was originally designed for hunting life, so with the Qing army established… -
The Flavor of History: Exploring Traditions Fragrance and Cultural Significance Through Documentary
Even if the petals fall to the ground, the fragrance remains forever. The documentary "The Flavor of History" evokes the traces of time with fragrance, recreates important points in history, and experiences the turbulent choices of the ancients, with cinematic images and quality copywriting, which is fascinating and heart-warming. 1 The Fragrance Deep in the Memory "Memories evoked by the sense of smell are always profound." This quote is perfect for the story of Yang Guifei and Tang Emperor Xuanzong. Yang Guifei was left there forever after the Mawei Inn incident, and soon afterward, Li Longji, Emperor Xuanzong, retired to the second line and became the retired emperor. And Yang Guifei's favorite fragrance, Rui Long Nao Xiang (瑞龙脑香, borneol fragrant), became a deliberate aroma that Li Longji avoided. But the former palace musician He Huai Zhi deliberately offered the hat stained with Yang Guifei's fragrance, opening the memory of Yang Guifei. The aroma on this hat, is from a late afternoon. Li Longji is in the game, Yang Guifei sitting aside to watch, and He Huai Zhi playing the lute. When Li Longji was about to lose the game, Yang Guifei put down the puppy in her arms, disrupting the… -
Screening Insights of Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Moon Red Chapter
On the afternoon of May 22nd, "Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact" held an advance screening in Beijing. Five specially invited experts, along with media representatives and 300 audience members, gathered to watch the exciting first two episodes of "Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact" on the big screen. They engaged in in-depth discussions with the executive producer of "Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact" and senior vice president of iQIYI, Dai Ying, as well as directors Mai Guanzhi and Du Lin. The five experts were Wang Yichuan, Vice Chairman of the China Literary Critics Association; Kang Wei, Editor-in-Chief of China Art News; screenwriter Song Fangjin; renowned director Lin Nan, known for his expertise in fantasy genres; and Li Yinghui, an expert in filigree inlay and lecturer at Zhejiang International Studies University. Li Yinghui was also involved in the prop production for the series and shared the rich history of filigree inlay craftsmanship with the audience, highlighting its clever application in the show. The experts provided immediate feedback and shared their impressions and evaluations of "Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact." Wang Yichuan: Embodies the chivalrous spirit of traditional Chinese culture I've had limited exposure to fantasy dramas in the past, so I… -
China’s Faded Holidays – Flower Festival
Introduction The Flower Festival (花朝节, huācháo jié), simplified as 花朝 (huācháo), is also known as the "Flower Goddess Festival (花神节, huāshén jié)," "Hundred Flowers’ Birthday (百花生日, bǎihuā shēngrì)," and "Flower Goddess’ Birthday (花神生日, huāshén shēngrì)." It is a festival where people can admire the blossoming flowers and show their respect for nature and the goddess of nature. The emergence of this flower festival has led to some confusions. Some claim it began during the Spring and Autumn Period, others during the Pre-Qin era, and some argue it emerged during the Tang Dynasty. The exact historical origins of this festival are not well-documented from the artifacts unearthed. Even with some historical records, it is still a challenge to pinpoint the exact dynasty for this festival. Perhaps they were called by a different name or a different festival slowly evolved into the flower festival known in the Tang Dynasty. What we can be certain of is that by the Tang Dynasty, the festival existed; whether it started before or during that period is still a matter of speculation. The earliest evidence of its existence dates back to the Spring and Autumn Period in the work of "táozhū gōngshū (陶朱公书)." Ancient Chinese society… -
Examining the Unique 7 Cdramas with Distinctive New Aesthetic Characteristics in 2023
The year 2023 marked a hot start and diversified development for Chinese television dramas. As an important art form that restores collective emotions and soothes the public's spirits, this year's drama content ecosystem has become more tolerant. While maintaining stability in thematic creation, breakthrough works have emerged in the fields of suspense, science fiction, micro-history, social issues, female-oriented dramas, and male-oriented adaptations of comics. In the trend of diversified development, 2023 also witnessed a surging wave of authorship cdramas that cannot be ignored. Represented by dramas such as "The Long Season," "Why Try to Change Me Now," "Fearless Blood," "Fake It Till You Make It," and "Stand by Me," this batch of dramas distinguishes itself from others of the same genre in terms of visual and auditory style, narrative aesthetics, and value expression. They possess distinct personal styles of the main creators, primarily the directors, and some have achieved the integration of writing and directing. As an important innovation in the drama ecosystem, these dramas, represented by the authorship trend, not only raise the audience's aesthetic threshold but also broaden the boundaries of expression. They have also achieved satisfactory market performance this year. While authorship dramas have appeared every year,… -
The Legend of Sword and Fairy: the Fantasy Genre
In the annals of Chinese television history, there exists a groundbreaking series that stands as the very first of its kind in the realm of fantasy drama: "The Legend of Sword and Fairy." Adapting characters from the popular novel series, the show introduced viewers to a vibrant cast of characters portrayed by acclaimed actors such as Liu Yifei as Zhao Ling'er, Hu Ge as Li Xiaoyao, Ariel Lin as Lin Yueru, Wallace Huo as Tang Yu, and Liu Pinyan as Anu, each depicted in colorful photographs. Zhao Ling'er exuded ethereal beauty with a playful demeanor, while Li Xiaoyao embodied boundless spirit and youthful exuberance. Tang Yu was characterized by his youthful vigor, Lin Yueru by her proud beauty, and Anu by her innocence and liveliness. These characters, brought to life from the pages of the novel, leaped off the screen with their vivacious and lively portrayals. The entire cast delivered performances brimming with vitality, charm, and a delightful playfulness, endearing themselves to audiences with their lovable and relatable characters. As the story unfolded, viewers were drawn into a world of unpredictable twists and turns, mirroring the unpredictability of real life. The characters embarked on separate journeys, yet ultimately converged on… -
The Unique Spirit of Martial Arts in Sword Snow Stride
"Sword Snow Stride", a martial arts cdrama, is an epic of the growth of a man's spirit and strength. The series is based on the growth of Xu Feng Nian (徐凤年), the unconventional, free-spirited son of King of Northern Liang. It combines various elements of martial arts, fantasy, and power, and conspiracy to show the hero's unbridled blood and vitality in pursuit of freedom, responsibility, and love, as well as the resulting spiritual growth and change. In the end, Xu Fengnian grows up to be the qualified successor of the King of Northern Liang. A Wonderful Adaptation of the Original This drama is based on the novel of the same name by the writer Feng Huo Xi Zhu Hou (烽火戏诸侯), with an original of more than 4.5 million words and a large number of original fans. Because of the novel's many characters, complex clues, and peculiar scenes and plots, original fans all consider it an extremely difficult novel to be adapted. "Sword Snow Stride" has drawn the attention of countless fans of the original novel since it started airing. Even if the level of adaptation of the drama is high, it is difficult to meet the imagination of all… -
What did the Tang Dynasty wear? | Chang’an Twenty-four Hours
Some time ago, I watched the hot Chinese drama Chang' a Twenty-four Hours (长安十二时辰). I was attracted by the hanfu of the Tang Dynasty in the play. So I did some research on the clothes and fittings of the Tang Dynasty. Let's see who is the most fashionable in Chang'an. Ruqun Talking about the trend of wearing and matching in the Tang Dynasty, it's natural that we can't do without ruqun. Ruqun is one of the most common and distinctive dresses in the Tang Dynasty. The main features of this dress are short clothes on the upper body and long skirts on the lower body. Some of them wear silk shoulders around their arms. Others wear half-arm outside the gown and then wear silk. "Ru (襦)" is for internal wear, sleeve length, upper and lower shorter, just to the waist. Long skirts were the clothes of women in the Tang Dynasty, most of which were made of silk. Skirt waist is high, can hide the chest, outside shoulder put on a yarn shirt, can make upper body skin half-covered, there is a kind of vague aesthetic feeling. Banbi (半臂) is a short-sleeved shirt, sleeve length to the elbow, knotted in…