

太祖秘史
2006-04-05 · 46 min / episode · ★ 7.0
Nurhaci rises from tragedy and betrayal to unite the Jurchen tribes and challenge the Ming dynasty. Guided by five women who soften his heart, he builds a powerful empire but is haunted by personal loss and regret.
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- Creators
- You Xiaogang
- Production companies
- 中央电视台影视部, 北京中北电视艺术中心有限公司
- Countries
- China
- Status
- Ended
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Ma JingtaoAisin-Gioro Nurhaci
Cheng LishaLady Abahai
Vivian ChenYehenara Dongge
Jin QiaoqiaoNa Qiya
Zhao HongfeiAisin-Gioro Shurhaci
Xu MinLi Chengliang
Wu QianqianTongjia Qingya
Shi XiaoqunYehenala Menggu
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