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Cao Xiwen
Cao Xiwen (; born 16 November 1983) is a Chinese actress. She is noted for her roles as Consort Xiao and Gao Cuilan in the television series '' Beauty World'' and ''Journey to the West'' respectively. Early life Cao was born and raised in Jinhua, Zhejiang, where she attended the Zhejiang Arts School, majoring in music and dance. Cao entered Central Academy of Drama in 2004, majoring in acting, where she graduated in 2008. Acting career Cao made her acting debut in ''My World is Beautiful, Because of You'' (2000), playing a secretary. Cao's first film role was uncredited appearance in the film ''Pearl Gown'' (2002). In 2001, Cao had a minor role as Ding Xiang in the wuxia television series ''Treasure Raiders'', which starred Nicky Wu and Athena Chu. In 2007, Cao starred in the fantasy television series ''The Fairies of Liaozhai'', based on the novel ''Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio'' by Pu Songling. In 2008, Cao participated in ''Three Kingdoms'', a historical televisio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cao (surname)
Cao is the pinyin romanization of the Chinese surname (''Cáo''). It is listed 26th in the Song-era ''Hundred Family Surnames'' poem. Cao is romanized as "Tsao" in Wade-Giles (Ts'ao), which is widely adopted in Taiwan, although the apostrophe is often omitted in practice. It is romanized "Cho", "Tso", and "Chaw" in Cantonese; "Chou", "Chô", and "Chháu" in Hokkien; and "Chau", "Chow" in Teochew.The Vietnamese surname based on it is now written " Tào". It is romanized "Zau" or "Dzau" in Shanghainese. Distribution Cao is the 30th-most-common surname in mainland China as of 2019 and the 58th-most-common surname on Taiwan. In the United States, the romanization Cao is a fairly common surname, ranked 7,425th during the 1990 census but 2,986th during the year 2000 census. It is one of the few Chinese surnames whose pinyin transcription is already more common than other variants. The Wade transcription Tsao was only ranked 16,306th during the 1990 census and 12,580th during th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Romance Of The Three Kingdoms
''Romance of the Three Kingdoms'' () is a 14th-century historical novel attributed to Luo Guanzhong. It is set in the turbulent years towards the end of the Han dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period in Chinese history, starting in 184 AD and ending with the reunification of the land in 280 by Western Jin. The novel is based primarily on the ''Records of the Three Kingdoms'' (), written by Chen Shou. The story – part historical and part fictional – romanticises and dramatises the lives of feudal lords and their retainers, who tried to replace the dwindling Han dynasty or restore it. While the novel follows hundreds of characters, the focus is mainly on the three power blocs that emerged from the remnants of the Han dynasty, and would eventually form the three states of Cao Wei, Shu Han, and Eastern Wu. The novel deals with the plots, personal and military battles, intrigues, and struggles of these states to achieve dominance for almost 100 years. ''Romance of the Three Kin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Legend Of The Phoenix
''Legend of the Phoenix'' () is a 2019 Chinese historical romantic comedy television series starring He Hongshan, Jeremy Tsui, Cao Xiwen and Wayne Lai. Produced by Shanghai Tencent Penguin Film Culture Communication Co., Ltd and Shanghai Drama Apple Limited, it debuted on Tencent Video and myVideo on May 28, 2019. The series followed the love story between Ye Ningzhi, a travelling artist, and General Wei Guang during the Great Liang in ancient China. Plot During the rule of Great Liang, an artist named Ye Ningzhi performed at a banquet in front of the Empress Dowager. However, she was accused of treason by Pang Zhen, the Princess. Luckily, Ningzhi was saved by a general named Wei Guang, who later became her lover. Two years later, Ningzhi enters the palace and becomes the palace maid of the Empress. She witnessed the struggles of the palace and politics, and with her wits and skills survives the game of power. Cast Main * He Hongshan as Ye Ningzhi, a travelling artist who becomes a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Our Glamorous Time
''Our Glamorous Time'' () is a 2018 Chinese television series based on the novel of the same name by Ding Mo; starring Zhao Liying and Jin Han (actor), Jin Han. It is set to air on Dragon TV and Zhejiang TV starting November 12, 2018. This series has a 5.5 rating on Douban. Synopsis The drama will revolve around the romance between young white-collar worker Lin Qian and former military officer turned CEO Li Zhicheng. Lin Qian has the brains and the enthusiasm, but has been unsuccessful in all her ventures so far. Li Zhicheng’s family business is on the verge of bankruptcy, and he returns to the corporate world in an effort to reverse the situation. Lin Qian ends up helping Li Zhicheng revive the company, and they fall in love with each other in the process. Cast * Zhao Liying as Lin Qian ** A white collar worker who becomes the assistant of Aida Group president. * Jin Han (actor), Jin Han as Li Zhicheng ** President of Aida Group. * Cao Xiwen as Zhu Hanqian (Grace) ** Head ed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dowager Noble Consort Wan
Noble Consort Wan (1 February 1716 – 10 March 1807), of the Han Chinese Chen clan, was a consort of the Qianlong Emperor. She was five years his junior. Life Family background Noble Consort Wan's personal name was not recorded in history. * Father: Tingzhang () Kangxi era The future Noble Consort Wan was born on the 20th day of the 12th lunar month in the 55th year of the reign of the Kangxi Emperor, which translates to 1 February 1717 in the Gregorian calendar. Yongzheng era It is not known when Lady Chen became a mistress of Hongli, the fourth son of the Yongzheng Emperor. Qianlong era The Yongzheng Emperor died on 8 October 1735 and was succeeded by Hongli, who was enthroned as the Qianlong Emperor. On 8 November 1735, Lady Chen was granted the title "First Attendant". She was elevated in 1737 to "Noble Lady", in May or June 1749 to "Concubine Wan", and in December 1794 or January 1795 to "Consort Wan". She didn't give birth to any children. Jiaqing era The Qianlong ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ruyi's Royal Love In The Palace
''Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace'' (, lit. ''The Legend of Ruyi'') is a 2018 Chinese television series based on novel ''Hou Gong Ru Yi Zhuan'' by Liu Lianzi. Starring Zhou Xun and Wallace Huo, the series chronicles the relationship between Emperor Qianlong and Empress Nara. It is the sequel to the critically acclaimed drama ''Empresses in the Palace''. It aired on Tencent Video starting 20 August to 15 October 2018; during which it was streamed more than 18,9 billion times. It later went on national broadcast and aired simultaneously on Jiangsu Television and Dragon Television from 25 December 2018. Despite receiving mixed reviews from viewers about the plot and the characters, the series eventually won acclaim for its exquisite props, lavish sets and stellar cast and has a score of 7.5 points on Douban. Plot Step Empress Nara grew up as Lady Qingying, the niece of Empress Xiaojing, during the Yongzheng Emperor's reign and was future Qianlong Emperor's childhood friend; he was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Xing Xiuniang
Xing Xiuniang (Chinese: 邢秀娘 or 邢綉娘; pinyin: Xíng Xiùniáng) is depicted in some fictions as a Chinese farmer who transitioned into an opera actress. She is believed to have come from Huangmei County in Hubei Province and to have lived during either the Ming Dynasty, Qing Dynasty or Republic of China. A recent narrative suggests she also lived and performed in Jiangxi Province during the early Daoguang period (1820–1850). While some stories extol her beauty and talent, there are no written records to confirm her life's details. Furthermore, there's no evidence to validate her existence as a historical figure. The character is thought to be inspired by a real woman, Li Zicheng's wife, from the late Ming Dynasty. Stories about Xing Xiuniang have spanned nearly 300 years. The controversies in these narratives often stem from rural writers in Huangmei County, who, lacking historical expertise, adjust her age repeatedly to lend credibility to their stories. The local governm ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Liu Biao
Liu Biao () () (151 – September 208), courtesy name Jingsheng, was a Chinese military general, politician, and warlord who lived in the late Eastern Han dynasty of China. He is best known for serving as the Governor of Jing Province (covering present-day Hubei and Hunan) from 192 until his death in 208. He was also a member of the extended family of the Han emperors through his ancestor Liu Yu, the fifth son of Emperor Jing. Liu Biao was described as a handsome man and was over eight ''chi'' tall (1.86 metres). Life In 166 to 167, when Liu Biao was 17 (by East Asian reckoning), he became a student of Wang Chang (grandfather of Wang Can). At the time, Wang Chang was Administrator of Nanyang (南阳太守). When the Han dynasty was consumed with war following the Yellow Turban Rebellion in 184, Liu Biao held the governorship of Jing Province (covering present-day Hubei and Hunan). Liu Biao later started a war against the warlord Yuan Shu and his minor vassal, Sun Jian. D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lady Wu (Qian Liu's Wife)
Lady Wu (吳夫人, personal name unknown) (858''Spring and Autumn Annals of the Ten Kingdoms'' ( 十國春秋)vol. 83-December 18, 919Academia Sinicabr>Chinese-Western Calendar Converter), formally Lady Zhuangmu of Wuyue (吳越莊穆夫人), was the wife of Qian Liu (King Wusu), the first king of the Chinese state Wuyue of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Background Lady Wu was born in 858, during the reign of Emperor Xuānzong. Her family was from Anguo (安國, in modern Hangzhou, Zhejiang). Her father was one Wu Zhongxin (吳仲忻), who had served on the staff of a governor (觀察使, ''Guanchashi'') of Zhexi Circuit (浙西, then-headquartered in modern Zhenjiang, Jiangsu). Marriage to Qian Liu It is not known exactly when Lady Wu married Qian Liu — but it must be before his rise to prominence, because it was said that at that time, the people in Wu Zhongxin's household opposed the marriage proposal from Qian on the basis that he did not care for property ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chen Sicheng
Chen Sicheng (born February 22, 1978 in Shenyang) is a Chinese actor, director and screenwriter. He graduated from the Central Academy of Drama, and is known for his leading roles in the films ''A Young Prisoner's Revenge'' and ''Spring Fever''; as well as television series ''Soldiers Sortie''. As a director, Chen is known for the hit television series '' Beijing Love Story'' and its film sequel; as well as the blockbuster comedy film series ''Detective Chinatown''. Personal life Chen married actress Tong Liya Tong Liya ( zh, 佟丽娅, born 8 August 1983) is a Chinese actress of Xibe ethnicity. Background Tong was born in Qapqal Xibe Autonomous County, Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang province. Her father Tong Jisheng () was of Xibe ethni ... on January 16, 2014. On January 30, 2016, Tong announced that she had given birth to their first child, a son named Chen Duoduo. On May 20, 2021, Tong and Chen announce their divorce. Filmography Film Television series ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flying Apsaras Award
China TV Drama Flying Apsaras Awards (), also known as Flying Apsaras Awards or simply Feitian Awards, is a biennial awards ceremony awarding excellent achievement in Chinese television. Named after the ''Gandhanra'' aka ''Flying Apsaras'', the award stature shape is sourced from the ancient painting of Flying Apsaras in Mogao Caves, Dunhuang. It is the longest running television award ceremony in China. The ceremony is the highest government honor in the television industry. Feitian Awards, along with the Golden Eagle Awards, Gold Panda Awards and Magnolia Awards are the most prestigious awards given. History The Feitian Awards were first held in 1981, and presented by the Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China, however it was soon taken over by the government ministries SARFT and the Motion Picture and Arts Committee of China (中国电视艺术委员会). In 1983, the awards were renamed "Feitian", literally "Flying Apsaras". The awards ceremony was originall ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tang Dynasty
The Tang dynasty (, ; zh, t= ), or Tang Empire, was an Dynasties in Chinese history, imperial dynasty of China that ruled from 618 to 907 AD, with an Zhou dynasty (690–705), interregnum between 690 and 705. It was preceded by the Sui dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Historians generally regard the Tang as a high point in Chinese civilization, and a Golden age (metaphor), golden age of cosmopolitan culture. Tang territory, acquired through the military campaigns of its early rulers, rivaled that of the Han dynasty. The House of Li, Lǐ family () founded the dynasty, seizing power during the decline and collapse of the Sui Empire and inaugurating a period of progress and stability in the first half of the dynasty's rule. The dynasty was formally interrupted during 690–705 when Empress Wu Zetian seized the throne, proclaiming the Zhou dynasty (690–705), Wu Zhou dynasty and becoming the only legitimate Chinese empress regnant. The devast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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