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Historical Drama 'Xiangyunxing' Features Intense Romance and Comical On-Set Mishaps

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Chinese historical drama "Xiangyunxing" features a romance between the main characters, evolving from a political marriage to a mutual pursuit.
  • Actress Li Yitong's attempts to play the erhu for a scene resulted in comical outtakes, requiring the use of piano music to mask the sound.
  • The drama also highlights actor Deng Wei's dual role and intense pursuit of the female lead, adding complexity to the storyline.

The historical drama "Xiangyunxing" is generating buzz for its blend of romance, political intrigue, and a complex love triangle. The central narrative follows Fan Yun, portrayed by Li Yitong, who enters into a political marriage with Qi Zheng, played by Zeng Shunxi. Initially perceived as a simpleton, Qi Zheng reveals hidden ambitions, and the couple gradually develops genuine affection as they confront aristocratic forces and push for reforms.

We completely relied on the actors' strong sense of belief to get through that scene.

— Li YitongDescribing a scene where her erhu playing caused co-star Zeng Shunxi to laugh, leading to difficulties in filming.

Adding to the drama, the mysterious merchant Lou Qiyan, played by Deng Wei, pursues Fan Yun with an almost obsessive intensity. Deng Wei's portrayal shifts between a gentle scholar and a ruthless figure, delivering lines like "Stay by my side! Let your bottom line be my bottom line." This duality has quickly made his "crazy" character a fan favorite.

The on-screen chemistry between Li Yitong and Zeng Shunxi is a highlight, with scenes like a "feeding medicine kiss" and a "farewell kiss" becoming memorable moments. Zeng Shunxi's character, Qi Zheng, is depicted as fiercely protective and prone to jealousy, often displaying his affection for Fan Yun, even in front of rivals. Li Yitong shared that a scene requiring her to play the erhu to comfort Zeng Shunxi's character devolved into laughter due to her poor playing. "We completely relied on the actors' strong sense of belief to get through that scene," she admitted, recalling how the crew resorted to playing piano music to cover the sound of her erhu.

Stay by my side! Let your bottom line be my bottom line.

— Lou Qiyan (Deng Wei)A declaration of pursuit towards the female lead, highlighting the character's intense and dual nature.

The series, currently streaming on iQIYI International, is noted for its sweet yet poignant storyline, balancing romantic developments with dramatic conflicts. The dynamic between the characters, particularly Qi Zheng's possessive yet devoted nature, has captured audience attention, with many anticipating further displays of his protective and jealous behavior.

Don't mention it! It's too embarrassing. In this drama, I have to show everyone all sorts of ways to be jealous, it's really too difficult.

— Zeng ShunxiReacting to his character's frequent displays of jealousy in the drama.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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