New Chinese Drama "Peach Blossoms Bloom in the Mountains ~A Life-Threatening Political Marriage~" (Starring Liu Xueyi) Begins Exclusive Pre-Streaming on U-NEXT Today, April 1st (Wed)! DVD Rentals Start April 8th! First Episode Special Release!

The emotional historical romance drama "Peach Blossoms Bloom in the Mountains ~A Life-Threatening Political Marriage~," starring Liu Xueyi of "Lost in Love" and Meng Ziyi of "The Ingenious One," and directed by the acclaimed Yi Jun of "Bloody Romance," will begin exclusive pre-streaming on U-NEXT today, April 1st (Wednesday), and DVD rentals will start on April 8th (Wednesday), distributed by NBCUniversal Entertainment.
To commemorate the streaming launch, the first episode of the main story will be specially released on the official YouTube channel starting today!
Princess Jiang Taohua (Meng Ziyi) of Beiyuan is forced to marry into an enemy nation, her brother's life held hostage. What awaited her was a deadly place swirling with betrayal and conspiracy, and a "fake political marriage" with the ruthless Left Prime Minister Shen Zaiye (Liu Xueyi), who lives for revenge. Unable to trust each other, yet unable to survive without joining forces, their dangerous relationship of probing each other's intentions gradually transforms into an undeniable love. Love or duty? The choices made for survival draw in further destiny. This highly anticipated work, which dominated streaming rankings in various countries around the world, is a dramatic historical romance that fuses breathtaking power struggles and extreme romance, depicted by the director of "Bloody Romance"! The overwhelming charisma and sparkling chemistry exuded by Meng Ziyi and Liu Xueyi, as well as the tragic fates of the characters tossed about in the struggle for hegemony, are not to be missed. A fake marriage eventually turns into a life-threatening love—.
What will be the fate of love and revenge intertwined under the blooming peach blossoms! "Peach Blossoms Bloom in the Mountains ~A Life-Threatening Political Marriage~" finally begins!
The first episode, which has been released, opens in the Beiyuan Kingdom, where the Queen holds real power. Princess Jiang Taohua, who lost her mother and lives under the Queen's oppression with her younger brother, attempts to escape for freedom and survival. However, as a consequence, she is forced into a political marriage with the enemy nation, the Qi Kingdom. Meanwhile, in the Qi Kingdom, the power struggle over the succession to the throne intensifies. The ruthless young Left Prime Minister Shen Zaiye, feared for his mercilessness, operates in the shadows, and the country is enveloped in an unsettling atmosphere. Jiang Taohua's marriage partner is the Fourth Prince, who has no backing—this marriage itself already harbored great danger. Then, on the night of her arrival in the Qi Kingdom, an unexpected tragedy strikes the bridal procession. Peace shatters in an instant, and Jiang Taohua is thrown into a life-or-death situation. As a princess, as a bargaining chip, and as a woman, what choices will she be forced to make? Inescapable fate, swirling conspiracies, and the worst encounter with the "ruthless Prime Minister" Shen Zaiye. The thrilling first episode, where a grand struggle for hegemony and a life-threatening romance begin to unfold, is a must-see!!
"Explosive Breakout" Liu Xueyi from "Lost in Love" × "Top Star Actress" Meng Ziyi from "The Ingenious One" – Awe-inspiring Aura! The Birth of the Ultimate Charismatic Couple!
Meng Ziyi, a star actress who gained attention in "The Untamed" and is now at her peak with starring roles in works like "The Ingenious One" and "The Legend of Jinyi." In this work, she plays a sorrowful princess who is forced into a political marriage and comes to a distant enemy nation. She brilliantly portrays her struggle to survive with strong will and intelligent mind amidst a fierce power struggle. Her acting skills are further refined, and her mature adult charm shines dazzlingly! The Left Prime Minister, Shen Zaiye, who is said to be the heroine's marriage partner, initially shows hostility towards her but eventually becomes strongly attracted to her, is played by Liu Xueyi. With his exceptional beauty, elegance, and unique presence, he has expanded his activities as a villain and is now one of the most popular actors, captivating the hearts of many female fans with works like "Lost in Love" and "The Blood of Youth." In this work, too, behind his ruthless facade, which stops at nothing to achieve his goals, he harbors intense passion for revenge and growing feelings for the princess, exuding a dangerously alluring aura! The overwhelming chemistry between the two leads and the clash of splendid beauty are not to be missed!
Dominated streaming drama rankings worldwide! A shocking emotional romance depicting a man and woman who met under false pretenses, risking their lives for revenge, caught in a spiral of love and vengeance—directed by Yi Jun of "Bloody Romance"—captivates all viewers!
Princess Jiang Taohua of Beiyuan is to marry the Fourth Prince of the enemy nation, Qi Kingdom, to protect her younger brother, who is held hostage. However, due to someone's conspiracy, her marriage with Prince Mu Wuxia is annulled, and she desperately decides on a political marriage with the influential Left Prime Minister Shen Zaiye to find a way to survive. Shen Zaiye, unaware of Jiang Taohua's intentions, sets traps for her, but Jiang Taohua cleverly evades them with quick wit and strategy. Amidst a fierce power struggle filled with ambition and betrayal, they sometimes cooperate to overcome difficulties, but Shen Zaiye's distrust of Jiang Taohua remains. In fact, Jiang Taohua had received a secret mission from the Queen of Beiyuan and was bound by a terrifying poison... As they repeatedly experience suspicion and trust in extreme, ever-changing situations, feelings of love gradually blossom between the two. The once ruthless Shen Zaiye unexpectedly reveals a gentle side, and his tender gaze at Jiang Taohua, contrary to his cool demeanor, is sure to make viewers' hearts flutter! As the story progresses, Shen Zaiye's desperate desire to save Jiang Taohua, whose body is being ravaged by poison, is poignantly depicted, leading many viewers to wonder about the future of their romance! As expected from director Yi Jun, who received high praise for "Bloody Romance," the quality of both romance and suspense is guaranteed! Starting with ranking No. 1 in drama popularity in its home country, it also achieved No. 1 in streaming rankings in various Asian countries and North America!
Including Gao Han from "Love Like the Galaxy," popular handsome actors and talented actresses gather! The rich supporting cast enhances the story!
Gao Han, who has been remarkably active in works such as "The Journey of Chongzi" and "The Legend of Anle," appears as the mysterious Third Prince. His crucial role, where his terrifying true nature is revealed as the story progresses, is sure to attract even more attention! Bian Cheng, known for "The Wind Blows From Longxi" and others, plays the Fourth Prince, whom Jiang Taohua was originally supposed to marry. He portrays a straightforward, good-natured young man amidst complex relationships where it's unclear who is friend or foe, leaving a refreshing impression. Furthermore, Liu Lingzi from "The Princess and the Werewolf" passionately plays a complex role, whose position as Shen Zaiye's legal wife is threatened while she participates in her father's conspiracy. In addition, talented cast members from young to veteran, including Fan Mengying from "Eternal Love" and "Ice Fantasy," who played the powerful Queen of Beiyuan, are gathered in this luxurious ensemble!
[Synopsis]
Princess Jiang Taohua of Beiyuan, under the power of her stepmother Queen Lu Yuanhua, is forced to marry the Fourth Prince Mu Wuxia of the enemy nation, Qi Kingdom, to protect her younger brother Jiang Changjue, who is held hostage. However, due to someone's conspiracy, Jiang Taohua's marriage with Mu Wuxia becomes impossible. She then decides on a political marriage with the influential Left Prime Minister Shen Zaiye, seeking a way to survive. Unaware of Jiang Taohua's intentions, Shen Zaiye sets traps for her, but Jiang Taohua cleverly overcomes them with quick wit and courage. Amidst a fierce power struggle, Jiang Taohua devises strategies to rescue her brother. Shen Zaiye, too, is fueled by a desire for revenge to clear his family's name, which was destroyed in the past. Unaware of each other's true motives, they navigate crises together while probing each other's intentions. And that eventually develops into a forbidden love…