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Untouchable Lovers
''Untouchable Lovers'' () is a 2018 Chinese television series based on the novel ''Feng Qiu Huang (A Tale of Two Phoenixes)'' by Tianyi Youfeng (天衣有风). The series is produced by Yu Zheng and stars Guan Xiaotong and Song Weilong. It aired on Hunan TV from January 14 to April 16, 2018. Untouchable Lovers has a 3.6 rating on Douban from over 41,000 users. Synopsis Tianji Tower, the leading organisation of the pugilistic world is determined to overthrow the tyrannical ruler Liu Ziye. To achieve their mission, Tianji Tower replaces the king's sister Liu Chuyu with their own disciple and Princess-lookalike Zhu Que. Zhu Que meets the Princess' learned companion Rong Zhi, who turns out to be a spy from Northern Wei. Liu Chuyu and Rong Zhi's relationship eventually breaks down over misunderstandings and differing loyalties, and the latter fakes his death in order to regain Chuyu's forgiveness. In an alternate story, Chuyu is sent to marry Northern Wei's Prince regent, Rong Zhi. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Historical Fiction
Historical fiction is a literary genre in which the plot takes place in a setting related to the past events, but is fictional. Although the term is commonly used as a synonym for historical fiction literature, it can also be applied to other types of narrative, including theatre, opera, cinema, and television, as well as video games and graphic novels. An essential element of historical fiction is that it is set in the past and pays attention to the manners, social conditions and other details of the depicted period. Authors also frequently choose to explore notable historical figures in these settings, allowing readers to better understand how these individuals might have responded to their environments. The historical romance usually seeks to romanticize eras of the past. Some subgenres such as alternate history and historical fantasy insert intentionally ahistorical or speculative elements into a novel. Works of historical fiction are sometimes criticized for lack of authe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wang Zhenfeng
Wang Zhenfeng (王貞風) (436 – 12 November 479), formally Empress Gong (恭皇后, literally "the respectful empress"), was an empress of the China, Chinese Liu Song dynasty. Her husband was Emperor Ming of Song (Liu Yu). She served as regent during the minority of Latter Deposed Emperor of Liu Song from 472 to 477. Early life and family Wang Zhenfeng was born in 436 into an aristocratic family. Her father Wang Senglang (王僧朗) was a mid-high-level official for Emperor Wen of Liu Song. Her older brother Wang Yu (王彧) was so highly regarded by Wen for his talent that he named a son of his after Wang Yu, and then had Liu Yu, then the Prince of Huaiyang, marry Wang Zhenfeng in 448. After marriage, Zhenfeng carried the title of Princess of Huaiyang, and after Liu Yu's title was changed to Prince of Xiangdong in 452, she became the Princess of Xiangdong. She bore him two daughters, Liu Bosi (劉伯姒) and Liu Boyuan (劉伯媛). As empress After Liu Yu’s impulsive and v ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Celestial Masters
The Way of the Celestial Masters is a Chinese Daoist movement that was founded by Zhang Daoling in 142 AD. Its followers rebelled against the Han Dynasty, and won their independence in 194. At its height, the movement controlled a theocratic state in what is now Sichuan. History Way of the Five Pecks of Rice In 142 CE, Zhang Daoling announced that Laozi had appeared to him, and commanded him to rid the world of decadence and establish a new state consisting only of the "chosen people". Zhang became the first Celestial Master, and began to spread his newly founded movement throughout the province of Sichuan. The movement was initially called the "Way of the Five Pecks of Rice", because each person wishing to join was required to donate five pecks of rice. The movement spread rapidly, particularly under his son and grandson Zhang Lu.Hendrischke (2000), p. 140. Their rebellion against the Han dynasty is known as the Five Pecks of Rice Rebellion. After the success of the rebellion ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhang Xinyu
Zhang Xinyu (, born 28 March 1987), also known as Viann Zhang, is a Chinese actress, singer and model. Biography Early life Zhang was born and raised in Kunshan, Jiangsu. She graduated from Wuxi institute of Commerce. Acting career Zhang began her career by acting in the historical drama ''Banner Hero''. In 2009, she became the spokeswoman for a national contest of football babes for the 2010 World Cup, and rose to fame in China. In 2010, Zhang made her film debut in the romance film ''If You Are the One 2''. Some of her notable film roles are in wuxia film ''Flying Swords of Dragon Gate'', and comedy film ''I Love Hong Kong 2012''. In 2013, Zhang starred in historical drama ''The Patriot Yue Fei'' as Liang Hongyu, a Chinese general of the Song Dynasty. That same year, she starred in the wuxia television series ''The Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils'', based on the novel by the same name by Jin Yong. In 2014, Zhang played dual roles as Daji and Hu Xian'er in the television series ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wu Jiayi
Wu Jiayi (; born 1 December 1995) is a Chinese actress. Career In 2016, Wu made her small-screen debut in the period romance television series ''Demon Girl''. The same year, she was cast in the shenmo television series ''Zhaoge'', playing Yi Jiang. In 2017, Wu was cast in her first leading role in the shenmo television series ''Legend of Nezha'', portraying Xiao Longnu. In 2018, Wu starred in the historical romance drama ''Untouchable Lovers''. In 2019, Wu gained recognition after starring in fantasy drama '' Novoland: Eagle Flag'' as a bold and cheerful princess, and in youth military drama ''Arsenal Military Academy'' where she played a spoilt actress. In 2020, Wu played leading roles in the shenmo Gods and demons fiction () is a subgenre of fantasy fiction that revolves around the deities, immortals, and monsters of Chinese mythology. The term ''shenmo xiaoshuo'', coined in the early 20th century by the writer and literary historian Lu X ... drama ''Heroic Journey of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Xu Kai
Xu Kai (, born 5 March 1995), also known by his English name Kai Xu, is a Chinese actor and model. His most notable roles include the dramas ''Story of Yanxi Palace'' (2018), '' The Legends'' (2019), ''Arsenal Military Academy'' (2019), ''Falling Into Your Smile'' (2021), ''Ancient Love Poetry'' (2021) and ''Royal Feast'' (2022), She and her Perfect Husband (2022). Biography Beginnings In 2013, Xu won the championship in a print ads modeling contests held in Guangzhou. In 2016, he signed a contract with Huanyu Film, an entertainment company owned by Yu Zheng, and entered the entertainment industry. He was cast in his first television series ''Zhaoge'', where he played Yang Jian. 2018–present: Rising popularity In 2018, Xu starred in the historical romance drama ''Untouchable Lovers'', followed by palace drama ''Story of Yanxi Palace'', where he gained mainstream recognition with his role as Fucha Fuheng. In 2019, Xu made his big-screen debut in the romance film ''Autumn Fairy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Emperor Xiaowen Of Northern Wei
Emperor Xiaowen of Northern Wei ((北)魏孝文帝) (October 13, 467 – April 26, 499), personal name né Tuoba Hong (拓拔宏), later Yuan Hong (元宏), was an emperor of the Northern Wei from September 20, 471 to April 26, 499. Under the regent of Empress Dowager Feng, Emperor Xiaowen enacted a new land-tenure system named the equal-field system in 485, which was aimed at boosting agricultural production and tax receipts. The implementation of the equal-field system was largely due to the court's desire to break the economic power of local magnates who sheltered residents under their control living in fortified villages. Under this system, all land was owned by the state, and then equally distributed to taxpaying farmers. This system successfully created a stable fiscal infrastructure and a basis for universal military conscription for the Northern Wei, and continued well into the Tang dynasty. The equal-field program was coupled with another initiative, the "Three Elders" s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zhao Lusi
Zhao Lusi (; born 9 November 1998), also known as Rosy, is a Chinese actress and singer. She is best known for her roles in ''Oh! My Emperor'' (2018), ''Love Better than Immortality'' (2019), ''The Romance of Tiger and Rose'' (2020), ''Dating in the Kitchen'' (2020), ''The Long Ballad'' (2021), ''Please Feel at Ease Mr. Ling'' (2021), ''Who Rules the World (TV series), Who Rules The World'' (2022) and ''Love Like the Galaxy'' (2022). Career Beginnings Zhao entered the entertainment industry by hosting the variety program ''Huo Xing Qing Bao Ju''. In 2017, Zhao made her acting debut with a supporting role in the Web series, web drama ''Cinderella Chef''. The same year, she played a minor role in the film ''City of Rock''. Rising popularity In 2018, Zhao gained attention for her supporting role in the historical romance series ''Untouchable Lovers''. The same year, she played her first leading role in the time-travel historical drama ''Oh! My Emperor''. The series gained a follow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bai Lu (actress)
Bai Meng Yan ( born 23 September 1994), known by her stage name Bai Lu (), is a Chinese actress and model who predominantly works in Chinese television drama industry. Bai Lu started her acting career in 2016 and has since then starred in a lot of popular dramas. She is best known for her roles in '' The Legends'', '' Love Is Sweet'', ''One and Only'', and '' Forever and Ever''. Early life Bai Lu was born Bai Meng Yan on 23 September 1994 in Changzhou, Jiangsu. In 2010, she enrolled into the Foreign Language major under the Changzhou Technical Institute of Tourism and Commerce. She is fond of reading and has an elegant writing style. With her teacher's encouragement, she participated in the Jiangsu Provincial Essay Writing Competition and was placed first. In addition, she also debuted as a screenwriter for a school drama on psychosocial themes and a classroom culture themed drama which were well received. In 2012, Bai Lu participated in SM Entertainment's overseas audition, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Merxat
Merxat Yalkun ( ug, مېرشات يالقۇن; ; born July 20, 1991), known by the Chinese pet form Mi Re (), is an ethnic Uyghur Chinese actor and model who came into the acting scene as Zhang Yizhi in ''Cosmetology High'' (2014). Early life Merxat was born in Ürümqi, Xinjiang, on July 20, 1991. He aspired to act from an early age. He entered Shanghai Theatre Academy in 2010, majoring in acting, where he studied alongside Dilraba Dilmurat and Yuan Bingyan. Career Merxat began his career as a fashion model at age 22, when he entered the 2014 Asian Sportsman Contest and emerged as the top 10. He automatically retired from modeling. Following which in 2013, he signed with the agency Yu Zheng Studio. He signed during his third year of school, which he graduated from in 2014. In 2014, he starred in the historical comedy drama ''Cosmetology High'' and rose to fame as the character Zhang YiZhi. In 2015, Merxat starred in the historical drama ''Legend of Ban Shu''. This was hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Emperor Xianwen Of Northern Wei
Emperor Xianwen of Northern Wei ((北)魏獻文帝) (August 454 – 20 July 476), personal name Tuoba Hong, Xianbei name Didouyin (第豆胤), courtesy name Wanmin (萬民), was an emperor of the Xianbei-led Northern Wei dynasty of China. He was the first emperor in Chinese history who, after retiring at age 17 in favor of his 4-year old son Emperor Xiaowen to become ''Taishang Huang'' (retired emperor) in 471, continued to hold on to power until his death in 476—when the official history states vaguely that he may have been killed by his stepmother Empress Dowager Feng. Family background Tuoba Hong was born in 454, as Emperor Wencheng's oldest son. His mother was Consort Li, who had previously been captured in war and had become a concubine of Tuoba Ren (拓拔仁) the Prince of Yongchang, a distant relative of Emperor Wencheng, who was executed in 453 after having been accused of crimes. After Tuoba Ren's death, she was seized and taken into the palace, where she became ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Empress Dowager Feng
Empress (Dowager) Feng (馮皇(太)后) (442 – 17 October 490), formally Empress (Dowager) Wenming (文明皇后, literally "the civil and understanding empress") was an empress of the Xianbei-led Northern Wei dynasty of China. Her husband was Emperor Wencheng. After her husband's death in 465, she overthrew the autocratic regent Yifu Hun in 466 and became regent over her stepson Emperor Xianwen and remained as such until his adulthood in 467. She subsequently had a falling-out with Emperor Xianwen (who had then become retired emperor) over his execution of her lover Li Yi (李奕), and she assassinated him and resumed regency over his son Emperor Xiaowen in 476. While Emperor Xiaowen assumed imperial powers upon adulthood, he remained very deferential to her, and she was highly influential until her death in 490. An enduring legacy of her regency was a series of reforms that led to political recentralization for Northern Wei and future imperial dynasties. As empress The la ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
