Drama: The Legend of Xiao Chuo
Chinese Title: 燕云台 / Yan Yun Tai
Broadcast Network: Beijing TV
Broadcast Website: Tencent
| Broadcast Date: November 3, 2020 |
Genre: Historical, Romance
Language: Mandarin
Episodes: 48
Director: Chiang Ka-chun
Production Company: Tencent Penguin Pictures
Origin: China
Source: Adapted from a novel of the same name by Jiang Shengnan
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Synopsis and Plot Summary
A story that follows the legendary life of Xiao Yanyan who is forced by circumstances to bid goodbye to an old lover and marry a man she does not love. Her journey leads her to become the revered empress of the Liao Dynasty.
Xiao Yanyan (Tang Yan) is a young woman who had everything. She has a family she cherished and a man named Han Derang (Shawn Dou) whom she loved dearly. Alas, obligations have destined Xiao Yanyan to marry Yelü Xian (Jing Chao), the emperor of the Liao dynasty. Ever since the day she became his empress, her determination and dedication towards the people never ceased. Over time, the royal couple were able to build a mutual relationship of trust and respect, yet another misfortune has befallen them allowing for her relationship with Han Derang to blossom once more. Throughout her life, Xiao Yanyan proves her prowess as she shoulders greater responsibilities in governing the nation.
Fun Facts
- Filming took place in Xiangshan Global Studios.
- Filming began on April 29, 2019 and wrapped September 2019.
- It is Tang Yan's first major drama after getting married.
- Hong Kong actress Charmaine Sheh who successfully transitioned to Chinese dramas as an intriguing villain in Story of Yanxi Palace nabs the role as a villain again.
- There were many rumors that Tang Yan who was speculated to be pregnant at the time was being given star treatment and that she had 50 staff to attend to her. The producer denied such rumors and clarified Tang Yan only had 2 staff.
- Xiao Yanyan existed in Chinese history as a Khitan empress and military leader during the Liao Dynasty.
- Much effort was put into recreating historical artefacts from Khitan graves.
- The source novel is one of 25 original works recommended to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China.
Cast
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Tiffany Tang Yan as Xiao Yanyan |
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Shawn Dou as Han Derang |
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Charmaine Sheh as Xiao Hunian |
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Jing Chao as Ye Luxian |
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Tan Kai as Yan Sage |
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Liu Yijun as Xiao Siwen |
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Amber Lu Shan as Wu Guli |
Supporting Cast
- Jeffrey Ji Chen as Ye Lu Xi Yin
- Ning Li as Ye Lujing
- Peter Sheng Yilun as Ta Lan A Bo
- Zoey Meng Ziyi as Li Si
- Jiang Kai as Han Kuangsi
- Jiang Haoyun as Shu Li
- Shao Bing as Wu Zhi Da Wang
- Wang Yuanke as Empress Zhen
- Mo Xiaoqi as Yi Lan
- Simon Lian as Ye Lu Zhi Mei
- Zhao Yuanyuan as An Zhi
- Ruan Shengwen as Ye Lu Xiu Ge
- Tim Yu Jiwei as Ye Lu Xie Zhen
- Gong Wanyi as Xiao Hailan
- Wang Ziquan as Xiao Dalin
- Rong Zixi as Xi Ge
- Wang Churan as Yu Xiao
- Wang Huichun as Ye Lu Li Hu
- A Sihan as Ye Lu Mo Lu Gu
- Guan Yajun as Gao Xun
- Jiang Bing as Nu Li
- Handong as Ye Lu Hu Gu
- Zhang Gong as Di Ligu
- Huang Hai as Shuang Gu
- Wang Junpeng as Ye Lu Di Lie
- Yu Hongliang as Gao Liu
- Juan Zi as Han Furen
- Sun Yali as Ye Lu Hu Gu Dian
- Leene Mu as Liang Ge
- Yu Menghan as Qing Ge
- Deng Ying as Li Furen
- Cao Feiran as Fu Hui
- Huo Zhengyan as A Beihe
- Kong Xiangdong as Shi Wu
- Jin Jia as Ye Luruan
- Tao Yixi as Xiao Pu Sa Ge
- Patty Hou as Zi Su
- Yang Di as Li Zha
- Shi Yixuan as Yu Wan
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Viewing Calendar
Pay for eps starts Nov 15 for VIP to catch the finale as early as Nov 22
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