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New Life Begins
2022 Chinese historical series From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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New Life Begins (Chinese: 卿卿日常)[1] is a 2022 Chinese romantic comedy series starring Bai Jingting and Tian Xiwei.[2][3] It is an adaptation of the novel Time Travel to the Daily Life of the Qing Dynasty by DuoMuMuDuo, directed by Zhao Qichen and produced by Liu Wenyang.[4][5] The story is about Yin Zheng and Li Wei who meet unexpectedly, and embark a lively life filled with dynamic situations. On 10 November 2022, it premiered on IQIYI.[6][7][8] It sets record by achieving the fastest 10,000 'Popularity Heat Index' on iQIYI.[9][10]
On 17 April 2023, the series was aired on Hong Kong TVB Jade channel under the title "Blind Date in XinChuan".[11][12]
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Plot
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Due to a political marriage, girls from all over Ji Chuan gathered in Xinchuan. Yin Zheng, the Sixth Young Lord of Xinchuan, who lives a low-key life, and Li Wei, who hopes to fail in this political marriage and return to her hometown, unexpectedly meet. Together, they begin a new life full of varied and enjoyable experiences. As Yin Zheng enters the government, they gradually find they share similar tastes and feelings. They experience daily life together, sharing meals and seasons, and grow alongside other siblings with distinct personalities and destinies, creating a warm and vibrant story of life within the large Xinchuan family.[13][14]
Geopolitical theme
The TV series is set in nine regions and countries. The continent is divided into nine regions (九川), each called a "Chuan" (川). Each Chuan has its own culture and system, and they intermarry to maintain peace and development. Among them, "XinChuan" is the most powerful region. Consequently, each region must participate in the marriage election convention held by XinChuan to gain its protection.[15][16]
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Cast
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Jiu Chuan (Nine Regions)
Xin Chuan
Jinchuan
Danchuan
Daichuan
Jichuan
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Reception
In 2022, the series was national and internationally successful,[17][18] becoming fastest drama on IQIYI to reach the 10,000 'Popularity Heat Index' mark; its first week peaked at 19.6 rating with 1.26M viewership.[19][20] Critics appreciated casts acting in bringing their respective role to life, and the characterization which is not complex.[21][22] In 2022, it remained in the 'Top 5' in the average viewership per episode ratings,[23][24] according to the annual lists by Datawin and Aiman under the drama category.[25][26] The women empowerment and friendship theme was relatable.[27][28]
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- HongKong version:
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Ratings
Premiere ratings on TVB Jade in Hong Kong, China.[29][30]
- The Blue number represents the highest ratings.
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Awards and nominations
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