//“The Legend of Hao Lan” is set to premiere on January 19!!//

Created by the original team behind “Story of Yanxi Palace,” the Zhu brothers’ latest masterpiece, “The Legend of Hao Lan,” is set to premiere on January 19 on iQIYI! No doubt many fans are already eagerly counting down the days, rubbing their hands in anticipation.

For those of you who’ve been left heartbroken by the ending of “Story of Yanxi Palace,” don’t hesitate—tune in to “The Legend of Hao Lan”!

At 8 p.m. on January 19, tune in to iQIYI to see how the dashing “Liluo CP” rekindles their bond—shifting from the Qing dynasty’s imperial harem to the battlefields of the Warring States era, forging ahead together and leveling up as they take on formidable foes! And with the addition of the handsome young star Mao Zijun, what kind of turmoil will this trio stir up between the states of Qin and Zhao?

“The Story of Hao Lan” is a historical drama produced with heartfelt dedication by the Zhu brothers and presented by Dongyang HuanYu Film & TV Culture Co., Ltd. Directed by Li Dachao, it stars Wu Jinyan, Mao Zijun, Nie Yuan, Hai Ling, Ning Jing, Wang Zhifei, Lian Lian, and others. The series premiered exclusively on iQIYI at 8:00 p.m. on January 19, 2019.

The series, told from the perspective of the Qin state, chronicles the historical span from the late Warring States period—when Qin and Zhao vied for supremacy—to the moment when King Zheng of Qin, having eliminated Chancellor Lü Buwei and the faction led by Marquis of Changxin, Lao Ai, finally assumed full personal rule. As seasoned masters of period dramas, the Zhu brothers approached the project with meticulous dedication, crafting a polished production that brings a well‑rounded narrative to life for viewers.

For this installment, the post-production of “The Legend of Hao Lan” once again carries forward the meticulous and refined aesthetic of “Story of Yanxi Palace.” To ensure that the dialogue accurately reflects the era’s historical flavor, the Zhu brothers’ post‑production subtitle team consulted relevant reference materials, leaving no room for compromise on professionalism.

In addition, the music—sometimes lyrical and lingering, at other times exhilarating and rhythmic—along with carefully curated soundscapes, ambient layers, dialogue, and dynamic effects, all work in concert to propel the narrative toward one climactic moment after another. The Zhu brothers’ state-of-the-art dubbing studio provides actors with exceptional recording conditions, while meticulous post-production seamlessly integrates the dialogue into scenes that feel deeply immersive. Coupled with perfectly timed visual effects, this creates an enveloping experience, drawing viewers into the story and delivering a truly all‑encompassing viewing pleasure.

Finally, the production team meticulously scrutinizes each episode time and again, striving to deliver a flawless, professional series to audiences. The Zhu brothers’ various departments collaborate seamlessly, together presenting viewers with an exhilarating audiovisual feast!

The series also built as many as 400 sets, taking a total of eight months to complete—both inside and out—with the largest set spanning nearly 30,000 square meters. With such meticulous attention to costumes and production design, let’s get a sneak peek through the trailer!

The so‑called “Hao Lan” is the light of sunrise, the radiance of metal.

Yet emotions stir in turmoil, the heart bears both family and country, and the mind embraces the world.

On January 19 at 8 p.m. on iQIYI, let’s follow Hao Lan’s journey and step back into the Warring States period. Amidst the chaos of war, experience the fearlessness of a heart devoted to family and country, and feel the boundless courage of a love that touches the soul.

The Zhu brothers are waiting for you on iQIYI—join them to meet Hao Lan and spend the long winter together!

Wanna hang out, everyone?! About!!!