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A Beauty in Troubled Times

A Beauty in Troubled Times

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DramaWar & Politics

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Set in 1930s Shanghai, Zhang Lianxin, a former maid, seeks love and freedom amidst China's war with Japan. She becomes entangled in a dangerous political conspiracy and forms a bond with Chong Yang, as they face numerous challenges together. Lianxin must navigate a complex love triangle while confronting the powerful forces around her, ultimately deciding her fate in a turbulent time.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Ended

Original Language

Chinese

Runtime

mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

08 September 2025

Country

China

Cast

Tang Yan

Tang Yan

Zhang Lianxin

Luo Jin

Luo Jin

Chong Yang

Tan Kai

Tan Kai

Ma Kun

Su Qing

Su Qing

Zhang Xiaodie

Kelvin Lee

Kelvin Lee

Wang En

Sammul Chan

Sammul Chan

He Tian

Cecilia Yip Tung

Cecilia Yip Tung

Xu Hui

Guo Mingxiang

Guo Mingxiang

Zhang Wenjin

Felix Lok Ying-Kwan

Felix Lok Ying-Kwan

He Yingxiong

Du Junze

Du Junze

Zhao Cong

Pinky Cheung Man-Chi

Pinky Cheung Man-Chi

Lai Cuihua

Wan Meixi

Wan Meixi

Zhao Qingru

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