The Prisoner of Beauty (2025)

Other name: 折腰, 烽火红绡, Zhe Yao, Feng Huo Hong Xiao

Description:

"The Prisoner of Beauty" unfolds an intricate tale of an arranged marriage fraught with ancestral tension. A brilliant and clever girl from the Qiao family enters a strategic alliance with the courageous, sharp, and kind master of the Wei family. Though united by marriage, Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao are initially wary, their daily lives a series of tactical probes and witty attacks stemming from deep-seated historical grievances. Their initial contests are marked by laughter and tears, challenging their perceptions of each other. As they navigate various crises impacting their families and the wider country, they begin to recognize and appreciate each other's ingenuity. This growing mutual respect transforms their relationship. Ultimately, the husband and wife join forces, not only to mend family conflicts but also to tirelessly work towards restoring peace and tranquility for the common people, turning their wary union into a powerful partnership.

Episodes: 36

Duration: 45 min.

Airs On: May 13, 2025 - ?

Producer: Tencent Video

Director: Deng Ke [邓科]

Country: China

Status: Ongoing

Released: 2025

Genre: Historical; political; Romance; Web Series