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| Zhou Jieqiong and Mao Zijun Lead ‘A Forbidden Marriage’—iQIYI Premiere Details (Photo: Weibo/iQIYI) |
Get ready, C-drama fans—“A Forbidden Marriage”, the 2025 historical romance fantasy drama, is finally stepping out of the shadows! After years of waiting, this long-anticipated 24-episode series will premiere Sunday, August 17, 2025, exclusively on iQIYI.
The drama had been shelved for a while despite wrapping filming at the end of 2021, but now it’s ready to bring a dose of romance, fantasy, and martial arts chaos to your screens.
A Forbidden Marriage Synopsis: Love, Rebirth, and Jianghu Peace
Yang Wang Yue, formerly the revered Holy Maiden of the Demon Sect, narrowly escapes death and is reborn as a declasse orphan girl.
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Armed with one unfulfilled wish—to marry Yang Qing, the cold yet charming leader of the righteous sect—she sets out to chase her destiny.
By fate (and some clever plotting), Wang Yue crosses paths with Yang Qing. Together, they confront the true villain of Jianghu, restoring peace between the demon sect and righteous sect and giving the martial arts world a rare moment of calm.
It’s got all the classic tropes fans love: rebirth, female-led pursuit, forbidden romance, sweet romance meets martial arts intrigue, and ethical tensions with master-disciple dynamics. Simply put, it’s “girl chases guy” with epic stakes and a touch of danger.
A Forbidden Marriage Star-Studded Cast Line-Up
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Zhou Jieqiong/Kyulkyung as Yang Wang Yue – the fiery, scheming demon maiden reborn as a humble orphan. Zhou’s idol background and acting chops promise a lively, fearless heroine.
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Mao Zijun as Yang Qing – the cold, refined “high-cold” master everyone adores. Beneath his calm exterior lies a calculating and passionate side, especially as he gradually falls for Wang Yue.
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Zhang Xin as Yao Fu
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Li Jiulin as Yuan Yingxing
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Eddy Ko as Feng Xing Yun
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Miffy Shi as Ling Yin
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Wu Helun as Ming Yang
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Jackson Shang as Jiang Yan
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Chen Zhihui as Lu Jin
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Qi Yi as Lu XuanXuan
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Guo ZhenJia as Wang YuanHao
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Li Zhan as Xiao Bai
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Tang Hao as Yang Qing (Young)
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Tong JiaHao as Su Ming
Fans are already buzzing over the chemistry between Zhou Jieqiong and Mao Zijun, with early costume and styling leaks showing serious CP energy. Netizens are hyped:
"The cast looks so promising! It’s a visual feast!"
"Exciting! Hope this drama also has a variety show tie-in."
"Both main casts are exactly what I’ve been dreaming of all this time—they make it happen omg!"
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Why This Drama Is Worth Watching
Female-led reverse pursuit: Wang Yue actively goes after the “high-cold” Yang Qing. Think “boss level girl crush energy meets stoic guy who slowly melts.”Intense Jianghu conflicts: Demon vs righteous sect tension, a real “morality meets chaos” storyline.
Sweet meets dark: Forbidden love, master-disciple ethics, and extreme character contrasts keep the drama intense and addictive.
Summer 2025 black horse potential: Fans are already calling it a strong contender for the hottest summer romance-fantasy drama.
How to Watch “A Forbidden Marriage” Internationally with English Subtitles
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If you’re outside China, no worries! Here’s the lowdown:
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Go to iQIYI International: Visit www.iq.com or download the iQIYI app on your smartphone.
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Create an Account: You can sign up for free, but a VIP subscription gives you early access and HD quality.
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Search the Drama: Type “A Forbidden Marriage” (2025) in the search bar. Make sure you select the English subtitle option.
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Start Watching: Episodes are legally streamed with official subs, ensuring you don’t miss a single plot twist.
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Optional: Some episodes may also be available on regional streaming partners of iQIYI—perfect for fans in Southeast Asia, North America, or Europe.
Mark your calendars for August 17 and prepare to get lost in the ultimate girl-chases-guy Jianghu saga!