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Pang Linglong, a server at a hot pot eatery, is an enthusiast of Gongdou theater, rejecting predictable storylines. Unexpectedly, she finds herself transported through time and ends up in a royal palace. (myasianartist)

Bai Xiang Yi, a skilled performer, finds herself transported to a distant era where she becomes the consort of Emperor Xuan Cheng. With a unique ability to pursue romantic relationships with anyone except the emperor, she forms a bond with him after a chance encounter at a brothel where she was disguised as a musician. However, a disruption results in the emperor erasing all memories of her into a riverlantern, sending her back to the present day. Meanwhile, Lu Xun, under the guise of Chu Hang, seeks vengeance and coerces Bai Xiang Yi into a marriage arrangement, only to eventually develop unexpected feelings for her as they navigate their complex relationship.

The well-liked partner Lan Ming Zhu is controlling and authoritative, earning favor in the palace. However, she eventually betrayed Eunuch Jiu Qian Sui, who had played a crucial role in her rise to power. In response, Jiu Qian Sui plotted to end her life. Unexpectedly, Lan Ming Zhu is transported to the modern era and inhabits the body of a young accountant named Lan Lan. There, she encounters Qin Yi Cheng, the CEO of a company who bears a striking resemblance to Jiu Qian Sui. How will the timeless connection between these two individuals unfold in the present day?

He Su Su, a young woman studying archaeology, found herself transported back in time to Tian Shi Kingdom after a landslide accident, where she found herself fleeing from danger. With survival as her top priority, He Su Su also yearned to return to her own time. When she encountered Pottery Master Song Yi Chen while dealing with spies, an accidental death led him to suspect her of espionage. To keep a close eye on her, Song Yi Chen enrolled her in his pottery class, sparking the beginning of their romance.

Mu Yun Qing and his spouse, Yu Ying Wan, lose their lives while safeguarding the City Lord's Token. Upon awakening, Yu Ying Wan realizes she has been given a second chance at life, but she must confront her husband's strong disdain. Resolute in her quest to identify the true orchestrator behind their demise, she stays within the City Lord's mansion, deftly thwarting each plot against her. However, she soon learns that Mu Yun Qing has also experienced rebirth. With the concealed antagonist lying in wait, will the two be able to alter their fates?

Qing Ying and Bai Feng exist as one entity with two souls. A hundred years following a devastating betrayal on her wedding day, Qing Ying rises to rescue Bai Feng through the practice of dual cultivation, focusing on Wang Chen, the reincarnation of her beloved. As love rekindles, past foes resurface. A cycle of betrayal, heartbreak, and sacrifice ensues, leaving only the desire for rebirth as a glimmer of hope.

Xu Huan Xi, a contemporary woman, turned to alcohol to cope with her heartbreak after a failed relationship. Upon waking up, she discovered herself in a traditional wedding chamber. Initially believing it to be a fantasy of marrying her ideal man, she soon realized she had time-traveled and was now married to the unfamiliar yet charming Prince Song Kuo. Xu Huan Xi attempted to return to her own time by drinking, only to find herself in a land where alcohol was prohibited. (YOUKU)

An Qi Yue, a carefree young girl, explores the complexities of love and fate. Due to her rebellious nature, she finds herself transported back a thousand years to an ancient era where her destiny takes an unexpected turn. (Youku)

Zheng Wen Shi is famously known as a disloyal official who was unable to implement new changes and was eventually sentenced to death by the emperor. Despite this, he remained resolute in his beliefs and ideals, proving to be a faithful prime minister dedicated to his ruler and the people. Pursued by his enemies, he accidentally stumbles upon a time portal and is transported to the present day. Determined to return to his own time, Zheng Wen Shi, aided by Park Tong and Shi Tian Li, sets out to uncover the truth behind history piece by piece. As the secrets come to light, so does the romance between Zheng Wen Shi and Pu Tong. However, just as things seem to settle down, a new time traveler named Sheng Qiong Zhi from Nanyang emerges, offering a way to return to the past. This leaves Zheng Wen Shi torn between his love and loyalty to his country.

Xue Ling Zi, the daughter of the Magic World's Lord and a nine-tailed silver fox fairy, discovers her father's plan to marry a new wife. Upset by this, she makes the bride-to-be her servant in order to stop the marriage and then flees when an arrest order is issued. While on the run, she encounters a barrier that leads her to accidentally touch a man, causing her to transform into her true fox form. The man, Jun Mu Yang, turns out to be a leader of the Gods in the Heavens and takes her to his home. Unable to use her powers or change back, she patiently waits to regain her abilities. Upon returning to her human form, she learns that a blood mark on her palm is both a blessing and a curse, as it can make someone stronger but also bring about destruction. To prevent triggering the blood mark and unleashing the evil within her, she must avoid falling in love, a challenge that becomes increasingly difficult as she becomes more entangled with the Heavenly Lord and others who seek to steal her powerful blood.

Chen Xiang, a scriptwriter, finds herself immersed in her incomplete screenplay, where the characters are ensnared in a repetitive three-episode cycle. Her entry into this narrative propels the plot ahead, but she unexpectedly becomes involved in a humorous romance with the demon king who is destined to meet his end at her hands.

As he approached the end of his college years, Ye Fan found the courage to reveal his feelings to Tao Tao, the person he had admired from afar for a long time. Tragically, Tao Tao passed away in a car accident, leaving Ye Fan heartbroken. While sorting through Tao Tao's possessions, Ye Fan stumbled upon her old cell phone, which unexpectedly allowed him to communicate with the past. Determined to save Tao Tao, Ye Fan made the bold decision to embark on a mission through time and space. (TencentVideo)

Xue Ling Long, a stunning demon in the form of a snake, is tasked with a mission in the human realm by her mentors

An online writer, feeling pressured to create sensational drama, finds herself transported into the world of her own story following severe criticism. In this new reality filled with controlling executives and cunning adversaries, she must rely on her intelligence to navigate and unexpectedly finds love amidst the challenges.

Mo An An, a regular girl, unexpectedly journeys back in time a millennium and encounters Xiao Chu, a prominent duke from the Chu state who holds significant sway in the royal court. Determined to alter Xiao Chu's destiny of falling victim to deceitful foes, Mo An An undergoes time travel thrice, immersing herself in a thousand years of tumultuous romance with Xiao Chu. (iQiyi)

In the television series "Fallen Peach Blossoms", the actress Wei Wei, portraying the cunning Director Xu, had a memorable experience during the three episodes she appeared in. She invited loved ones to watch the premiere, only to be surprised by her character's early demise at the hands of the character Jiang Yu in the first episode. Enraged, Wei Wei confronted the producer, who justified the decision as necessary for the development of the lead actress Dai Yao's character. Wei Wei passed out from anger, only to realize that she could switch between the show and reality when she fell asleep. Determined to rewrite her fate and take charge of her life, Wei Wei reemerged as Director Xu from the palace, ready to seize control of her own destiny! (WeTV Singapore)

In a surprising turn of events, Tang Bing Er, a student of contemporary forensic science, is mysteriously transported into the body of Qin Xi Yue, a well-known concubine in the Heng Kingdom. Leveraging her expertise in forensic science, she delves into enigmas, resolves various peculiar cases, and teams up with Crown Prince Ling Xuan. Their collaboration results in restoring order in the Heng Kingdom and safeguarding its inhabitants.

500 years in the past, Hong Luan and Tian Xi engaged in a fierce battle with the nine-tailed fox. In order to protect Hong Luan Xing, Tian Xi Xing sacrificed his thousand-year soul power to seal away the powerful fox. Hong Luan Xing, now with no memory of her past, took on the role of Yue Lao's young matchmaker, Liu Ying Ying. She found herself entangled with Jiang Chang Qing, an immortal cursed with misfortune. As the seal on the nine-tailed fox started to weaken, their love and destiny from three lifetimes were put to the ultimate test.

Yuan Ming Yu finds herself in the ancient realm of Suyue and must rise to become an Empress in order to find her way back to the present day. Determined and spirited, she teams up with her devoted guard, Ye Shao, to overcome hurdles and fulfill her ambitions amidst a series of trials and tribulations.

Upon his return to his hometown, cartoonist Gu Wen Hao encounters Lu Ling, a character from his comics who seems to know him as Xu Zhou. However, Xu Zhou does not remember her. This version of Lu Ling differs from the one in his comics and possesses knowledge of various plots unknown to the cartoonist. It is revealed that Lu Ling is not a fictional character but a real individual from ancient times. Tragically, Lu Ling sacrifices herself to save Gu Wen Hao in an accident. Upon awakening, Gu Wen Hao discovers that he has been transported back to ancient times and has assumed the identity of Xu Zhou, as Lu Ling had claimed. However, in this new era, Lu Ling fails to recognize him.

Chi Yuan, a time traveler, believed she was embarking on a simple love mission, but she soon became caught up in Shen Zhao Mu's quest for vengeance. As they navigate through challenges of love and revenge, they encounter turbulent times filled with sacrifices and unexpected turns of fate, leading them to discover a genuine love for each other. (WeTV)

Jiang Song, destined to meet her end in a fire as the forerunner of a novel's main character, challenges fate through her determination to live, forming a reality where two main characters exist together. After being betrayed by her fiancé and left by her relatives, she faces the decision of giving up or standing up for herself. With unwavering resolve, she evolves from a background character into a powerful force that changes her own destiny.

During the inquiry of a homicide, distinguished officer Chen Yan Zhi inadvertently exchanges souls with renowned courtesan Yue Ru Huan. Compelled to take on each other's identities, they enter into a contractual marriage to uncover the truth. What starts as a reluctant alliance gradually evolves into an unforeseen, destined love affair.

On the evening of her nuptials, Shen Chang Ning, the offspring of a shipping tycoon, was brutally murdered alongside her family and cast into the river. However, she unexpectedly awakens in a different existence, reincarnated as Xi Yan, a performer in the household of the influential Governor Pei Yu. Burdened by a profound thirst for revenge, she employs her allure as a lure and her intelligence as protection, moving forward carefully. Partnering with Pei Yu, whose power extends throughout the court, they collaborate to navigate a perilous cycle of vengeance. In this life-and-death battle where each action could lead to salvation or demise, they pledge to reclaim her fate and the justice that was taken from her.

Following the annihilation of the Fox Clan by Prince Xiling Xuan from the Xiling Kingdom, the clan's revered maiden, Tu Shan Yue, endures as a restless spirit and takes over the body of the deceased Empress Jiang Xin Er. Resolute in her quest for vengeance, she gains entry into the palace, where she discovers a startling revelation that alters her entire perspective.

Derived from the online novel "Shi Yao Xiu Fu: Xie Wang Si Chong Xiao Meng Fei" (誓要休夫：邪王私宠小萌妃) authored by Luo Ri (洛日).

The tale of Prince Cang Han Yu from the Wu Dynasty revolves around his willingness to make sacrifices in order to rescue his childhood love, Nan Si. Together, they work hand in hand to shape their own fates and nurture their love.

Having endured a long wait in the chilly kiln, Liu Ming Yue found herself mistakenly given her true love. Upon her rebirth, she was wedded off by her wicked sister, Liu Ru Yan. Despite the error, Liu Ming Yue made the most of her situation and entered into marriage at the Zhennan Palace. There, she found happiness with a handsome man, effortlessly became a mother, and reveled in perpetual springtime. Though initially mismatched, a closer look revealed that she had indeed found her soulmate.

Xiao Xiao, feeling overwhelmed by the expectations of marriage, finds herself transported through time and inhabiting the body of an elderly man. She embarks on a delightful adventure sharing a body with Chu Xiao Ran, an attendant at an ancient bathhouse. Equipped with a mystical pouch that can conjure any contemporary object, Xiao Xiao aids Chu Xiao Ran in capturing the attention of a distant princess. Simultaneously, she seizes the opportunity of being in Chu Xiao Ran's body to flirt shamelessly with the charming men of that era.

Yunseul tells the tale of a love story that spans over 1,500 years, traveling through time and space from the ancient Three Kingdoms era to modern-day Yeosu, South Korea. This fusion historical fantasy romance drama revolves around three central characters who find themselves entangled in a recurring love triangle across multiple lifetimes.

A beauty specialist has journeyed back in time to ancient eras to embody the role of Luo Ming Wan, a princess in the esteemed Ning Dynasty. Following a plane accident, a contemporary young woman skilled in skincare and hailing from a family well-versed in traditional Chinese medicine finds herself transported through time. Assuming the persona of Luo Ming Wan, she encounters the eldest prince Zhang Lan Ying and ultimately becomes his princess consort. Despite rumors of Zhang Lan Ying being harsh, Luo Ming Wan realizes that these speculations hold no truth. Through their interactions, she uncovers a hidden aspect of Zhang Lan Ying. Luo Ming Wan reignites her passions and sparks a beauty trend among the aristocracy once more.

Tang Miao Xin joins a mysterious game and is paired with King Ning Gu Zhou in an arranged marriage. While dealing with palace politics and thriving at Dayan Academy, she discovers Ning Gu Zhou's secret suffering and assists her companions in standing up against unfairness, all while confronting formidable enemies. This information is sourced from TMDb and is based on the online novel "Wang Fei Ta Bu Jiang Wu De" by Tang Hua Lao.

Once a contemporary physician, she experienced a transformation following a mishap in the lab and found herself in an ancient royal family, where she assumed the role of a mother to two offspring. (TopReels app)

Actress Tian Nuo, known for her work in multiple film crews, often takes on minor roles and follows the instructions of directors. She has played a variety of characters, such as a lifeless body in the background, a doomed palace maid, and an assassin who meets her end at the hands of the main character. One morning, Tian Nuo discovers herself in the universe of the popular show "Fate of the Floating World," assuming the role of Tian Cai Ren, a character who only appears for three episodes before meeting a tragic fate.

In ancient times, Lin Wan Wan bravely opens a mysterious box in an attempt to protect her village, only to find herself transported to the 21st century. In this new era, she encounters Tang Zhe Yuan, a lawyer, and they develop a strong bond. However, when someone from her past unexpectedly travels through time to join her, Lin Wan Wan must decide whether to return to her own time or stay in the present with her newfound love.