Royal Upstart (2025)

Other name: 賢婿 , Xian Xu

Description:

In Royal Upstart, a freak accident hurls Xiao Ning into the Great Jing Dynasty, where he becomes the disgraced live-in son-in-law of the Su family. Refusing to be bound by his circumstances, he unleashes forgotten arts, revolutionizing the empire by transforming everyday tea into ambrosia and common wine into liquid gold. As commoners eagerly clamor for his extraordinary creations, Xiao Ning shatters conventions. He boldly founds the realm's first newspaper, strategically rallying brilliant minds to bolster a princess's ascent to political power. Despite the sneers of powerful merchant queens and the scorn of his former wife, Xiao Ning masterfully wields commerce as his weapon, actively severing deep-rooted prejudices. He carves an undeniable legend, proving that innovation and a shrewd mind can conquer disdain and reshape an entire world.

Episodes: 26

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Airs On: Jul 8, 2025 - Jul 23, 2025

Producer: Tencent Video

Director: Lin Qing

Country: Chinese

Status:Ongoing

Released: 2025

Genre:Historical