Legend of Fuyao
| Legend of Fuyao | |
|---|---|
| Genre |
Historical fiction Fantasy Romance |
| Based on | Empress Fuyao by Tianxia Guiyuan |
| Written by | Jie Yanyan |
| Directed by |
Yang Wenjun Xie Ze Li Cai |
| Starring |
Yang Mi Ethan Juan Vengo Gao Liu Yijun Lion Lai Zhang Yaqin |
| Country of origin | China |
| Original language(s) | Mandarin |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 60 |
| Production | |
| Producer(s) | Yang Xiaopei |
| Running time | 45 mins |
| Production company(s) |
Linmon Pictures Tencent |
| Release | |
| First shown in | China |
| Original release | 2018 |
Legend of Fuyao (Chinese: 扶摇) is an upcoming Chinese television series based on the novel Empress Fuyao (扶摇皇后) by Tianxia Guiyuan; starring Yang Mi and Ethan Juan.[1]
Synopsis
The story takes place in the universe of five kingdoms that is led by the Imperial City of Wuji. Meng Fuyao was formed from a lotus borne by the Ancient firmament. Since young, she came under the tutelage of the Xuanyuan sect from the Taizhou Kingdom. She was always looked down upon for her lack of talent in martial arts until she learned an invincible fighting technique at the age of 16; and since then had tremendous improvements in her martial arts. Tasked with a pivotal mission to collect the secret orders of the five kingdoms, she embarks on a journey across the land. Along the way, she falls in love with the Crown Prince of Wuji and together, they battle the complicated politics and power plays between the different forces. Amidst the battle of authority between Zhangsun Wuji and Zhan Beiye (King of Tiansha), Fuyao was revealed to be the daughter of the King of Xuanji. With the help of her loyal companions, she sets out to unravel the heinous plot of the ancient firmament. Using her flesh and meat to counter the heavenly beings, Fuyao ultimately succeeds in destroying the evils of the world and bringing peace to the land.
Cast
| Actor | Character | Introduction |
|---|---|---|
| Yang Mi | Meng Fuyao | |
| Ethan Juan | Zhangsun Wuji | |
| Vengo Gao | Zhan Beiye | |
| Liu Yijun | Qi Zhen | |
| Lion Lai | Zong Yue | |
| Zhang Yaqin | Ya Lanzhu | |
| Huang Ming | Yan Liangchen | Fuyao's senior and first love. He is persistent towards love and would sacrifice his life to protect her.[2] |
| Liang Zemu | Yun Hen | Crown prince of Taiyuan kingdom. In the midst of chaos and war where his loved ones are killed, he fights for survival and undergoes various tribulations to regain his rightful throne.[3] |
| Wu Junyu | ||
| Gao Hanyu | ||
| He Liya | Tang Zhirong | Born into a military family, she is gentle, talented and well-versed in both martial arts and music. However to gain glory for her family, she decides to sacrifice her happiness and marry into the royal family. After being neglected by her husband, she sets on her a path of revenge.[4] |
| Liu Luoxi | Ah Lie | Servant of Pei Yuan, the most powerful disciple of Xuanyuan Sect. In order to prove her worth, she uses all sorts of methods to torture Fuyao.[5] |
| Zhao Chulun | Zhangsun Pingrong |
Production
The series began filming on 27 June 2017 in Hengdian World Studios.[6]
Crew
The series is produced by Linmon Pictures and directed by Magnolia Award-winner Yang Wenjun (Divorce Lawyers). Other notable cast members include martial arts choreographer Li Cai (Hero, House of Flying Daggers), art director Shao Changyong (Nirvana in Fire, The Disguiser) and two-time Golden Horse Award winner Stanley Cheung as its costume designer.[6]
Location
The series is primarily filmed in Hengdian Studio. Numerous sets were built in a piece of barren land of up to 60,000 square meters.[6]
References
- ↑ "《扶摇》杨幂颠覆解锁总攻人设 阮经天挑战古装". Tencent. 18 July 2017.
- ↑ "黄宥明搭档杨幂出演《扶摇》 上演爱恨纠葛大戏". NetEase. 28 June 2017.
- ↑ "《扶摇》梁译木首演古装 演绎世子复国奋斗史". Sina. 28 June 2017.
- ↑ "阿丽亚《扶摇》横店开机 为内心戏苦练“眼技”". Tencent. 29 June 2017.
- ↑ "《扶摇》开机 女汉子刘洛汐首挑“走心反派”". Tencent. 29 June 2017.
- 1 2 3 "《扶摇》横店开机 大师班底铸造行业质感力作". Tencent. 27 June 2017.