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Release Year2012
Runtime1 Season
LanguageMandarin
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, War & Politics
Votes1
Director—
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TypeWeb Series
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsA Beauty in Troubled Times
About A Beauty in Troubled Times
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.
Directed by —, A Beauty in Troubled Times leans on a strong ensemble — Tang Yan, Luo Jin, Tan Kai — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2012.
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