

The Story of Ming Lan
2018-12-23 · 45 min / episode · ★ 7.7
Sheng Minglan, the intelligent but overlooked sixth daughter of the Sheng family, hides her talents to survive a difficult childhood and avenge her mother’s death. As she navigates family struggles and political intrigue, she forms a complex bond with Gu Tingye. Together, they rise as a powerful couple, balancing love, loyalty, and duty in a changing empire.
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- Creators
- Zheng Yi
- Production companies
- Daylight Entertainment, 待使用
- Countries
- China, Canada
- Status
- Ended
Top Cast
Zhao LiyingSheng Minglan
William FengGu Tingye
Zhu YilongQi Heng
Karlina ZhangSheng Rulan
Shi ShiSheng Molan
Liu JunSheng Hong
Liu LinWang Ruofu
Gao LuLin Qinshuang
Cao CuifenOld Madame Sheng
Wang HerunSheng Hualan
Wang RenjunSheng Changbai
Zhang XiaoqianSheng Changfeng
Li YixiaoZhu Manniang
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