|
Held In The Lonely Castle
''Serenade of Peaceful Joy'' (), or previously known as ''Held in the Lonely Castle'', is a 2020 Chinese period drama series loosely based on Milan Lady's novel of the same name. It is directed by Zhang Kaizhou, and stars Wang Kai as Emperor Renzong of Song and Jiang Shuying as Empress Cao. The series aired on Hunan TV starting April 7, 2020. Synopsis When Zhao Zhen discovers his biological mother is not the Empress Dowager Liu E, but her maid Li Lanhui, he arranges a marriage between his beloved daughter Princess Fukang and the Li family’s son Li Wei as compensation for his lack of filial piety. In the political arena, Zhao Zhen strives to maintain a balance of power between the conservative and progressive factions after the Qingli reforms experiences a significant backlash from the former. Inside the palace, Emperor Renzong faces the dutiful Empress Cao, the troublesome Zhang Mihan, and the gentle Lady Miao. As time passes, all of his sons don't survive past childhood ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Historical Period Drama
A historical drama (also period drama, costume drama, and period piece) is a work set in a past time period, usually used in the context of film and television. Historical drama includes historical fiction and romances, adventure films, and swashbucklers. A period piece may be set in a vague or general era such as the Middle Ages, or a specific period such as the Roaring Twenties, or the recent past. Scholarship Films set in historical times have always been some of the most popular works. D. W. Griffith's ''The Birth of a Nation'' and Buster Keaton's '' The General'' are examples of popular early American works set during the U.S. Civil War. In different eras different subgenres have risen to popularity, such as the westerns and sword and sandal films that dominated North American cinema in the 1950s. The ''costume drama'' is often separated as a genre of historical dramas. Early critics defined them as films focusing on romance and relationships in sumptuous surroundings, cont ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Consort Zhang (Renzong)
Noble Consort Zhang (張貴妃, personal name unknown, 1024–1054), posthumously Empress Wencheng (溫成皇后), was an imperial concubine of Emperor Renzong of Song. She was the emperor's favorite concubine, but did not become an empress (at least during her life) due to the strong opposition of the emperor's "mother" Empress Dowager Liu. Consort Zhang, a native of Yong'an, Henan (now south of Gong County, Henan), was an important figure in the Kunning Palace Incident of Emperor Renzong and the birth mother of Princess Anshou, Princess Baohe, and Princess Tang. Childhood Lady Zhang was the daughter of Zhang Yaofeng (張堯封) and Lady Cao (曹氏) and she had two younger sisters. Zhang Yaofeng was a scholar and died early, and Lady Cao wanted to take her daughter to Zhang Yaofeng's brother, Zhang Yaozuo ( 张尧佐). Zhang Yaozuo stated that the distance for the mother and daughter to travel was too far and refused. Lady Cao eventually became a dancer for the then . The Grand ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Di Qing
Di Qing (1008–1057), formerly romanized as Ti Ch'ing, was a Chinese military general of the Northern Song dynasty. Biography Di Qing was born to a poor family in Xihe, Fenzhou (汾州西河; present-day Fenyang, Shanxi). He sported tattoos on his face and excelled in mounted archery. In 1038, during the reign of Emperor Renzong of Song, Di Qing was appointed as Commander (指揮使) of Yanzhou (延州; covering parts of present-day Shaanxi). He participated in the war between Song and Western Xia. Each time he went to war, he would don a bronze mask and let his hair run wild and disheveled, charging onto the battlefield. Di Qing was known to be close to Song ministers such as Yin Zhu (尹洙), Han Qi (韓琦) and Fan Zhongyan. Fan Zhongyan once presented Di Qing a copy of the '' Zuo Zhuan'' and advised him to read. Di Qing took up scholarly pursuits and became a versed military strategist. He was later promoted to Assistant Commissioner of the Bureau of Military Affairs ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wen Yanbo (Song Dynasty)
Wen Yanbo (23 October 1006 – 16 June 1097), courtesy name Kuanfu, was a scholar-official of the Song dynasty who served four emperors over more than five decades. He was a grand councilor during Emperor Renzong's reign. During Emperor Renzong's reign After passing the imperial examination in 1027, Wen Yanbo first became the magistrate of Yicheng County. Later he was appointed controller-general (通判) of Jiang Prefecture. Eventually he arrived in the capital Kaifeng to serve under Emperor Renzong, first as an investigating censor (監察御史) and later as a palace censor (殿中侍御史). In 1038, Tangut people in Song's northwestern region declared their independence, naming their state Xia (known in history as Western Xia) and invaded Song. Wen Yanbo suggested to Emperor Renzong that marshals in the front line should be given independent authorities to discipline subordinate generals for desertion and cowardice. The rule had been that marshals needed permission from t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ouyang Xiu
Ouyang Xiu (; 1007 – 1072 CE), courtesy name Yongshu, also known by his art names Zuiweng () and Liu Yi Jushi (), was a Chinese historian, calligrapher, epigrapher, essayist, poet, and politician of the Song dynasty. He was a renowned writer among his contemporaries and is considered the central figure of the Eight Masters of the Tang and Song. He revived the Classical Prose Movement (first begun by the two Tang dynasty masters two centuries before him) and promoted it in imperial examinations, paving the way for future masters like Su Shi and Su Zhe. Ouyang Xiu's interests as a writer were remarkably diverse. As a historian, he was put in charge by Emperor Renzong of Song of creating the ''New Book of Tang'', which was completed in 1060 CE. He also wrote in his spare time the ''Historical Records of the Five Dynasties'', the only book in the Twenty-Four Histories to have been written in private by a single author. As a poet, he was a noted writer of both the '' cí'' and ''shi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fan Zhongyan
Fan Zhongyan (5 September 989 – 19 June 1052) from Wu County of Suzhou (Jiangsu Province, China), courtesy name Xiwen (), ratified as the Duke of Wenzheng () posthumously, and conferred as Duke of Chu () posthumously, was a Chinese poet, politician, philosopher, writer, military strategist, and one of the famous representative of Scholar-officials in ancient China. Fan was one of the most prominent figures of the Song dynasty (960 - 1279), an era when China possessed the world’s largest economy and population. After serving the central government for several decades, Fan rose to a seat of Prime Minister or Chancellor over the entire Chinese empire nearing the zenith of its pre-modern economic, social, and cultural development. Fan's philosophical, educational and political legacy is one that changed the course of the Chinese history, one so powerful that it continues to exert a profound impact on the Chinese civilization today, and his philosophy and writings remain a cor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yan Shu
Yan Shu (, 991 – 1055) was a Chinese calligrapher, essayist, poet, and politician of the Song dynasty. He was given the posthumous title of Yuanxian () as well as bestowed the title of Duke of Linzi. Yan Shu was born in modern-day Linchuan District of Fuzhou, Jiangxi. He was considered to be a child prodigy and at the age of 14, passed the imperial examinations. During his lifetime, Yan Shu had composed over 10,000 Ci poems, but most have been lost. Of the remaining, the Pearl Jade (), of which 136 poems remain, is considered to be one of his most notable works. Other major works in existence today include parts of 《晏元獻遺文》 and 《類要》. Together with Ouyang Xiu, they were referred to as "Yan-Ou". He was a scholar of the Hanlin Academy, one of the initiators of the Qingli Reforms and served as prime minister to Emperor Renzong. Early life Yan Shu was able to compose poems by the age of five and when he was fourteen, he passed the imperial examinations w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhao Yuanyan
Zhao Yuanyan (), officially the Prince Gongsu of Zhou (周恭肅王) (985 – 13 February 1044), was an imperial prince of the Chinese Song Dynasty, known for his virtues. He was the 8th son of Emperor Taizong and a younger brother of Emperor Zhenzong. He was referred to as the "Eighth Prince" (八大王). He was the only surviving paternal uncle of Emperor Renzong during the latter's reign. Family *Father: Emperor Taizong of Song *Mother: Virtuous Consort, of the Wang clan (德妃 王氏) *Consorts and their respective issue(s): **Princess Consort, of the Zhang clan (王妃 张氏)), daughter of Zhang Yongde (张永德 ***Zhao Yunchu, Prince Gong of Boping'an (博平安恭王赵允初, 1032 – 1064), fourth son **''Furen'', of the Liu clan (夫人 刘氏) ***Zhao Yunliang (赵允良, 1013 – 1066), Prince of Ding (定王), second son **Unknown ***Zhao Yunxi (赵允熙), Marquess of Boping (博平侯), first son ***Zhao Yundi (赵允迪, 1014－1048), Prince Sike of Yongji ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Empress Gao (Song Dynasty)
Empress Gao (1032–1093) was a Chinese empress of the Song dynasty, married to Emperor Yingzong. She served as the regent of China during the minority of her grandson, Emperor Zhezong, from 1085 until her death in 1093.Lily Xiao Hong Lee, Sue Wiles: Biographical Dictionary of Chinese Women, Volume II: Tang Through Ming 618 - 1644' Life Gao was from Mencheng in Hao Province. She was the niece of her predecessor, her maternal aunt Empress Cao, who was the empress of Emperor Renzong of Song. She was chosen as the principal consort of the heir apparent by her aunt, Empress Cao. She had four sons and two daughters. In 1063, Emperor Yingzong succeeded Emperor Renzong, and Gao became Empress. In 1067, her spouse was succeeded by her son, Emperor Shenzong of Song, and she was named Empress Dowager. Her tenure as empress consort and empress dowager was undistinguished, and she had no power or influence during the reign of her spouse or son. During her son Shenzong's reign, she opposed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Emperor Yingzong Of Song
Emperor Yingzong of Song (16 February 1032 – 25 January 1067), personal name Zhao Shu, was the fifth emperor of the Song dynasty of China. His original personal name was Zhao Zongshi but it was changed to "Zhao Shu" in 1062 by imperial decree. He reigned from 1063 to his death in 1067. He was succeeded by his eldest son, Emperor Shenzong. Family Background Emperor Yingzong was the 13th son of Zhao Yunrang (趙允讓; 969–1059), who was a first cousin of Emperor Renzong and was posthumously known as "Prince Anyi of Pu" (). Emperor Yingzong's grandfather, Zhao Yuanfen (趙元份; 966–1005), was a younger brother of Emperor Renzong's father, Emperor Zhenzong, and was posthumously known as "Prince Gongjing of Shang" (). Emperor Yingzong's mother, whose maiden family name was Ren (), was the concubine of Zhao Yunrang. She held the title "''Xianjun'' of Xianyou" (). Early life In 1055, Emperor Yingzong's predecessor, Emperor Renzong, became critically ill and started to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wang Churan
Wang Churan (; born 21 January 1999) is a Chinese actress. Career In 2017, Wang rose to fame for starring in the historical comedy web series '' Oh My General''. This show earned over 100 million clicking rate within the first day of screening. In addition to acting, Wang also sang two OST, Fushui and Enci, for the web series. She then starred in a spin-off of the series, titled "Lovers Across Space" where she played the leading role. She also sung the soundtracks of the drama. In 2020, Wang gained further recognition from playing Consort Zhang in the historical drama '' Serenade of Peaceful Joy''. The same year she starred in the family drama ''The Last Goodbye to Mama''. In 2023, Wang starred in the medical romance drama Love Heals as Ruan Liuzheng alongside Peng Guanying. Filmography Television series Discography References {{DEFAULTSORT:Wang, Churan 1999 births Living people 21st-century Chinese actresses Chinese television actresses Affiliated Chinese Opera Sc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wu Yue (actress)
Wu Yue (; born 10 April 1972) is a Chinese actress, best known in film for portraying Li Weihua in ''Chrysanthemum Tea'', Chen Cuifen in ''Road to Dawn'' and Li Lianqiao in ''Former Wife'', and has received critical acclaim for her television work, particularly as Wen Lu in ''Age of Peace'' and Dong Guilan in ''The Great China Earthquake''. Biography Early life and education Wu Yue was born on April 10, 1972, in Minhang District of Shanghai city. Her father, Wu Yiren (), is a calligrapher and painter. After high school, she entered Shanghai Theatre Academy, majoring in acting. Acting career Wu made her acting debut in ''An Autumn's Story of Beijing'', playing Chen Xiaofeng. In 1996, she appeared in the military television series ''Age of Peace'', which earned her an Outstanding Supporting Actress award at the China TV Golden Eagle Award. That same year, she co-starred with Chen Baoguo and Hu Jun in the romance film ''Burning Desire''. In 2000, she starred as Li Weihua in ''Chrys ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
