description Scarlet Heart Overview
Scarlet Heart is a Chinese television drama adapting Tong Hua’s novel *Bu Bu Jing Xin*. The series explores the complex relationships within the Imperial Palace of the People's Republic of China during the late Ming Dynasty. It centers on Prince Gu’s journey navigating court politics and romantic entanglements with several young women. Primarily aimed at viewers interested in historical dramas, romance television series, and adaptations of classic Chinese literature, it appeals to those drawn to alternate-history narratives and stories featuring young adult characters.
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info Scarlet Heart Specifications
| Country | People's Republic of China |
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What dynasty is Scarlet Heart actually set in?
Scarlet Heart is set in the Qing dynasty during the Kangxi Emperor's reign. The central time-travel character becomes Ma'ertai Ruoxi and is drawn into the princes' struggle over succession.
Who plays Ruoxi in Scarlet Heart?
Liu Shishi, also credited as Cecilia Liu, plays Zhang Xiao and her Qing-era identity Ma'ertai Ruoxi. The role became one of the defining parts of her television career.
Which princes are central to the romance and succession plot in Scarlet Heart?
Ruoxi's most important relationships are with the Eighth Prince, played by Kevin Cheng, and the Fourth Prince, played by Nicky Wu. The Fourth Prince is tied to the future Yongzheng Emperor.
What adaptations or follow-ups are connected to Scarlet Heart?
The Chinese sequel Scarlet Heart 2 aired in 2014 with a modern setting. The story also inspired the Korean adaptation Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo in 2016.
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