''Zhaoyao'' (), also known as The Legends, is a 2019 Chinese television series starring Bai Lu,

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 ...

Dai Xu
and

Xiao Yan Emperor Wu of Liang () (464 – 12 June 549), personal name Xiao Yan (蕭衍), courtesy name Shuda (叔達), childhood name Lian'er (練兒), was the founding emperor of the Chinese Liang dynasty, during the Northern and Southern dynasties perio ...

. It is based on the novel of the same name by Jiuliu Feixiang. It aired on

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from January 28 to April 3, 2019.

Synopsis

Lu Zhaoyao ( Bai Lu) and her grandfather are bound by duty to guard the seal that has kept the Demon King's son in chains. When an intruder barges in, the Demon King's son escapes and falls into the hands of the righteous sect. Zhao Yao saves him (

) and gives him the name Mo Qing. In trying to obtain the Wan Jun Sword, Zhao Yao mistakenly thinks that Mo Qing has betrayed her. Five years later, Lu Zhaoyao manages to establish a connection with Qin Zhiyan (

) of the Immortal Sect. She returns to Wan Lu Sect, hoping to reclaim her position. She discovers that Mo Qing, the Demon King's son, has reclaimed his name as Li Chenlan and currently sits in the center of power. Lu Zhaoyao uses her attraction towards him and colludes with Jiang Wu (Dai Xu) with a scheme of her own. Secrets from the past are revealed. Lu Zhaoyao realizes who her enemies are and who has stayed by her side all along.

Cast

* Bai Lu as Lu Zhaoyao *

as Li Chenlan / Mo Qing
Dai Xu
as Jiang Wu *

as Qin Zhiyan *Liu Guanxiang as Luo Mingxuan *Mi Lu as Liu Suruo *Li Zifeng as Qin Qianxuan *Xiang Hao as Gu Hanguang *Yang Ze as Liu Cangling *Ding Ye as Sima Rong *Zhang Xin as Lu Shiqi * Wang Deshun as Zi Dan

Production

Filming

Shooting began on October 27, 2017 at Hongshilinzhen in

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and wrapped up on February 12, 2018. Filming also took place in

Hengdian World Studios Hengdian World Studios () is a film studio located in Hengdian, a Chinese town in the city of Dongyang, Zhejiang Province. It is one of the largest film studios in the world. The movie studio is operated by the privately owned Hengdian Group fo ...

Crew

Zheng Wei, the main director of the drama, previously directed ''

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'' and '' Secret of the Three Kingdoms''. The production team also hired screenwriter Shunjian Qingcheng (''

The Rise of Phoenixes ''The Rise of Phoenixes'' () is a 2018 Chinese television series that is loosely based on the novel ''Huang Quan'' () by Tianxia Guiyuan, taking place in the fictional kingdom of Tiansheng. It stars Chen Kun and Ni Ni. The series premiered on H ...

'') as the literary consult of the drama; and Yuan Jie as the main executive producer. Jiuliu Feixiang, the author of the original novel, co-wrote the script with Yang Ziqian ('' Prince of Lan Ling'').

Soundtrack

*''Zhaoyao'' (招摇; Ostentatious) performed by Chen Chusheng & Hu Shasha *''Lu Zhiyao'' (路之遥; A Far Journey) performed by Ding Ding *''Ye Weiyang'' (未央夜; Night Hasn't Ended) performed by Yuan Ye *''Su Ming'' (宿命; Fate) performed by Deng Gu *''Yi Qi'' (一起; Together) performed by Ding Ding

Reception

The drama received positive reviews from the audience for its unique characters and comedic elements, as well as its interesting romance storyline. It was also praised for its showcase and emphasis on strong female characters, as well as its positive and inspirational storyline. It topped television ratings in its time slot during its entire run.

Awards and nominations

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Legends TV Series Hunan Television dramas 2019 Chinese television series debuts 2019 Chinese television series endings Television shows based on Chinese novels Xianxia television series