Palace (TV series)
| Company type | Television drama |
|---|---|
| Industry | Entertainment |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Founder | Yu Zheng (producer) |
| Headquarters | China |
| Products | Television series |
Palace (, literally Jade Palace Lock Heart) is a 2011 Chinese TV drama produced by Yu Zheng and helmed by director Lee Wai-chu. The series features performances by Yang Mi, Feng Shaofeng, Mickey He, and Tong Liya. It was broadcast on Hunan TV from 31 January to 21 February 2011. This drama led to several follow-ups, including Palace 2 (2012), Palace 3: The Lost Daughter, as well as the movie The Palace (2013 film).
The series achieved strong commercial success, greatly enhancing the recognition of its main cast members.
Synopsis
Luo Qingchuan (Yang Mi), a contemporary actress, finds herself cast in a love story set during the Qing Dynasty under Emperor Yongzheng’s rule. Her character becomes deeply involved in the intense rivalry among imperial princes, caught between Yin Si (Feng Shaofeng), the eighth prince, and Yin Zhen (Mickey He), the fourth prince destined to become emperor. After being betrayed by her confidante Tong Suyan (Tong Liya), she relies on intelligence and empathy to maneuver through palace conspiracies and survive.
Main
- Yang Mi as Luo Qingchuan
- Feng Shaofeng as Yinsi, eighth prince
- Mickey He as Yinzhen, fourth prince
- Tong Liya as Tong Suyan
Imperial Princes
- Kent Tong as the Kangxi Emperor
- Zong Fengyan as Yinreng, crown prince
- Ma Wenlong as Yintang, ninth prince
- Liu Bin as Yin'e, tenth prince
- Tian Zhenwei as Yinxiang, thirteenth prince
- Mao Zijun as Yinti, fourteenth prince
Imperial Ladies
- Leanne Liu as Consort De
- Sonija Kwok as Concubine Xi
- Maggie Shiu as Consort Liang / Empress Hešeri
- Amber Xu as Jinzhi
- Vicki He as Xueru, crown princess
- Zhang Tong as Princess Bingyue
Palace Residents
- Shen Baoping as Longkodo
- Wilson Guo as Xiao Shunzi
- Lu Jiarong as Fei Cui
- Ye Simiao as Jin Momo
- Liu Jiayuan as Xin Lian
- Lu Yi as Ying Shuang
- Yuan Shanshan as Ru Bing
Additional Characters
- Xi Xue as Princess Ningxiang
- He Xianda as Songgotu
- Wang Xianghong as Gu Xiaochun (later Nian Gengyao)
- Li Qindong as Nian Gengyao
Contemporary Timeline
- Yan Yikuan as Lin Feifan
- Liu Fang as Qingchuan’s mother
- Zhu Yaying as Lin Feifan’s mother
Historical inaccuracies
A significant historical error involves Luo Qingchuan donning yellow attire prior to becoming part of the imperial household—this act was a grave violation of Qing dynasty traditions, punishable by death for showing disrespect toward imperial regulations.
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Recipient |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Shanghai Television Festival | Most Popular Actress | Yang Mi |
| Asian Television Awards | Best Drama Screenplay | Yu Zheng | |
| LeTV Entertainment Awards | Best Television Series |