Legend of Fuyao

The story follows the journey of a young woman named Fuyao who is born with a mysterious curse that makes her forget her past. Driven by the need to uncover her origins and break the curse, she embarks on a perilous quest across five distinct lands. Along the way, she acquires special martial arts skills and gathers loyal companions, most notably the prince Zhangsun Wuji, who falls in love with her. Together, they face numerous trials and battle a powerful conspiracy threatening the land.

Legend of Fuyao was a highly popular Chinese drama, particularly among younger audiences, praised for its strong female lead, engaging plot, and impressive visual effects. While it garnered significant viewership and commercial success, critical reviews often highlighted its adherence to popular wuxia tropes and sometimes predictable narrative, though the performances of the lead actors, especially Yang Mi, were generally well-received. The drama was a major topic of discussion online during its broadcast.

• Praised for its compelling female protagonist and her growth throughout the series.

• Lauded for its high production values, costume design, and fantasy elements.

• Noted for strong romantic chemistry between the lead actors and engaging action sequences.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the show's addictive storyline and the captivating performances of the main cast, particularly Yang Mi. Many viewers appreciated the blend of romance, action, and fantasy, finding the plot exciting and well-paced. The drama's visual appeal and the development of its characters are often cited as major strengths.

Nominated for multiple awards at the Tencent Video All Star Awards (2018) including 'VIP Star of the Year' for Yang Mi and 'Breakthrough Actor of the Year' for Ethan Juan. It also received nominations for 'Drama of the Year'.

The drama is based on the popular Chinese web novel 'Empress Fuyao' by Tianxia Chang'an, which had a massive online following prior to the series' production.