China’s leading entertainment powerhouse Huace Group has unveiled its latest prestige drama, “Flourished Peony”, a richly woven tale of love, self-reinvention, and social impact set in the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty. The 32-episode costume series premiered on January 7, 2025, on Mango TV and Hunan TV, with direction by acclaimed filmmaker Ding Ziguang, and starring Yang Zi as He Weifang and Li Xian as Jiang Changyang.
At the heart of Flourished Peony lies a legendary and inspirational story of two unlikely allies who transform their personal destinies—and the lives of many others—through the symbolic and economic power of peonies. He Weifang, a merchant’s daughter trapped in an affectionless marriage, breaks free to face family dilemmas and reclaim her agency. In the vibrant capital of Chang’an, she meets Jiang Changyang, a man infamously dubbed “the most corrupt official in the world,” who is in fact a brilliant patriot hiding behind a façade of decadence.
United by purpose, the two form a compelling partnership. He Weifang’s extraordinary talent for cultivating rare peonies complements Jiang Changyang’s sharp eye for investment and strategy. Together, they launch a flower cultivation business that becomes a beacon of opportunity for the downtrodden. As He Weifang witnesses the struggles of the common people, her vision deepens: she vows to build an industry that brings real, lasting benefit to society.
Their bond strengthens as they face mounting challenges—political intrigue, class division, and personal sacrifice. What begins as collaboration blossoms into a hidden love, tested by a near-death experience and ultimately solidified when the pair joins forces to quell a rebellion. In the end, having shaped the world around them, they choose to step back from public life, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and courage.
With its high production values, emotional depth, and fresh take on historical storytelling, Flourished Peony is poised to capture global attention.
As a global entertainment media group, Huace Group boasts a dynamic business ecosystem encompassing film and television production, animation, music, artist management, international distribution and marketing, industrial investments, and professional education. Over its 32-year history, Huace has consistently ranked first in China in annual drama output, broadcast volume, and international cooperation, distributing over 150,000 hours of content to more than 200 countries worldwide.
Flourished Peony stands as another testament to Huace’s mission to bring Chinese stories with universal resonance to audiences across the globe.