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| First Look at Gui Luan (归鸾): Zhang Linghe Leads Tencent’s New Epic Historical Drama (Weibo) |
Tencent is gearing up for another massive historical hit with its newest costume drama Gui Luan (归鸾), an adaptation of Tuan Zi Lai Xi’s well-loved novel of the same name. With Zhang Linghe and Lin Yun locked in as the leads, plus a powerhouse team behind the scenes, this project is already stirring buzz across drama circles.
Below is everything you need to know — from storyline to cast to production updates — all in one tidy, fan-friendly rundown.
⭐ A Big-Scale Tencent x Blossom Collaboration
Gui Luan is produced by Tencent Pictures in collaboration with Blossom Studio, both known for premium visuals and ambitious world-building.
The drama is set to begin filming in December 2025, with production running until Q1 2026.
Directed by Zeng Qing Jie — the visual mastermind behind Zhu Yu and Blossom — fans can expect striking colour palettes, cinematic framing, and that signature, artistic Tencent-style grandeur.
The script is penned by Zou Yue, whose solid storytelling in Love Like the Galaxy still gets praised today.
⭐ Main Cast
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Zhang Linghe as Xiang Liu / Pei Song
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Lin Yun as Xiao Yao (Wen Xiaoliu)
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Zheng Hehuizi
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Gu Zicheng
The production has confirmed that Zhang Linghe will take on the role of Xiang Liu, a mysterious figure with formidable abilities, while Lin Yun leads as Xiao Yao, a sharp, brave, and empathetic heroine navigating a collapsing world.
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| Everything We Know About Gui Luan: Cast, Plot, and Production Timeline for Tencent’s 2026 Blockbuster |
⭐ What Is Gui Luan About?
Set in an era of political chaos and collapsing dynasties, Gui Luan delivers a gripping mix of court intrigue, vengeance, and moral dilemmas.
🔥 The Rise and Fall of Dynasties
The once-ruling Chen Dynasty is overthrown by Daliang, a regime that soon finds itself drowning in internal conflicts.
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Chen threatens from the south
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Wei Qishan, a former general turned opportunist, plots from the north
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The Daliang emperor, manipulated and unstable in his final years, allows corruption to spread within the court
🔥 Betrayal, Survival, and the Birth of Pei Song
In the midst of this unrest, loyal general Qin Yi becomes a casualty of political schemes.
His only surviving child, Qin Huan, escapes death by assuming a new identity — Pei Song.
Joining the powerful yet dangerous Ao Faction, Pei Song sets out on a long, calculated path of revenge.
His journey intertwines with shifting loyalties, hidden agendas, and the messy realities of war.
🔥 A Heroine Caught Between Worlds
Xiao Yao, the female lead, stands at the centre of everything — a woman facing fate head-on with grit and compassion.
Between conflicts of duty, identity, and power, her story promises emotional depth and grounded romance.
⭐ What Makes Gui Luan Stand Out?
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Epic dynastic backdrop
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Character-driven revenge arc
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High-budget visuals
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Emotional romance with political tension
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Strong moral themes: loyalty, identity, and courage
It’s the perfect blend of palace intrigue and heartfelt storytelling — exactly the kind of drama Tencent viewers adore.
Gui Luan will be produced and streamed by Tencent Video, with more release updates expected after filming begins.