Nirvana in Fire

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In ancient China, Lin Shu (Hu Ge) and his father, Lin Xie (Zheng Sheng Li), lead the Chiyan Army to victory, only to be betrayed by political rivals who convince the Emperor (Ding Yong Dai) of their treason. Surviving the massacre and transformed by poison, Lin Shu becomes Mei Changsu, leader of the Jiang Zuo Alliance. Disguised as imperial strategist Su Zhe, he returns to the capital to clear his family's name and help his childhood friend, Prince Jing (Wang Kai), ascend to the throne. Navigating the treacherous imperial political landscape, Mei Changsu strategically works to expose the conspiracy that destroyed his family and ultimately confronts the Emperor with a truth that will change history forever. This popular 2015 historical drama is based on the novel "Nirvana in Fire" by Hai Yan and was directed by Kong Sheng and Li Xue.

2015 · 44m
Starring Hu Ge, Liu Tao, Kai Wang
Director Kong Sheng, Li Xue

Season 1

  • EPISODE 1
    Episode 1
    A prophecy concerning someone named "the Divine Talent" has two princes scrambling to win over Mei Chang Su, a man who is not who he seems. In the capital, the Duke of Qing's family is facing accusations of murder.
    45m
  • EPISODE 2
    Episode 2
    Prince Yu and Crown Prince vie for Chang Su’s attention when they suspect his identity. Prince Jing returns from battle to a chilly reception
    44m
  • EPISODE 3
    Episode 3
    As the tournament draws to a close, various parties scheme to reach different outcomes. Chang Su is selected to judge the written exam portion
    44m
  • EPISODE 4
    Episode 4
    Consort Jing overhears a plan to use a certain drug to commit a crime. Chang Su surprises Prince Jing with a declaration of loyalty
    44m
  • EPISODE 5
    Episode 5
    Another potential suitor competes in the tournament to win Princess Ni Huang's hand in marriage, but others decide to take her fate into their own hands
    44m
  • EPISODE 6
    Episode 6
    Ni Huang tries to find out who is behind her rescue. Prince Jing lays down ground rules for him and Chang Su to work together
    44m

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Cast & Crew

  • Hu Ge
    梅長蘇
  • Liu Tao
    穆霓凰
  • Kai Wang
    靖王・蕭景琰
  • Jin Dong
    藺晨
  • W‌H
    Wei-De Huang
    誉王・蕭景桓
  • L‌Y
    Liu Yijun
    謝玉
  • K‌S
    Kong Sheng
    Director
  • L‌X
    Li Xue
    Director
  • H‌H
    Hou Hong Liang
    Producer
  • H‌Y
    Hai Yan
    Writer

About

Nirvana in Fire

Drama

In ancient China, Lin Shu (Hu Ge) and his father, Lin Xie (Zheng Sheng Li), lead the Chiyan Army to victory, only to be betrayed by political rivals who convince the Emperor (Ding Yong Dai) of their treason. Surviving the massacre and transformed by poison, Lin Shu becomes Mei Changsu, leader of the Jiang Zuo Alliance. Disguised as imperial strategist Su Zhe, he returns to the capital to clear his family's name and help his childhood friend, Prince Jing (Wang Kai), ascend to the throne. Navigating the treacherous imperial political landscape, Mei Changsu strategically works to expose the conspiracy that destroyed his family and ultimately confronts the Emperor with a truth that will change history forever. This popular 2015 historical drama is based on the novel "Nirvana in Fire" by Hai Yan and was directed by Kong Sheng and Li Xue.

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Studio
Dragon Television
Released
2015
Rated
TV-14
Region of Origin
China mainland

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