Chinese Title: 尚公主 (Shàng Gōngzhǔ)
English Title: Tigers Sniff the Rose
Also Known As: Princess Shang
Genre: Historical, Romance, Political
Episodes: 40
Director: Zoe Qin
Screenwriter: He Fang
Original Work: Shang Gong Zhu novel by Yi Ren Kui Kui
Production Companies: Tencent Video, New Classics Media
Plot Synopsis
Tigers Sniff the Rose is a sweeping historical romance set in a chaotic era of internal and external strife. The drama follows Mu Wan Yao, an intelligent and strong-willed princess who is sent away from Chang’an to honor a ritual for her late mother.
On her way home through the fog-covered mountains of Lingnan, she meets Yan Shang, a brilliant yet humble scholar. Their initial encounter blossoms into mutual admiration and shared purpose. Together, they return to the capital to pursue peace and stability for their people, facing political intrigue, betrayal, and warfare along the way.
Amid the tumult of empire and duty, their bond deepens from a personal connection into a legendary partnership of love and service.
Main Cast & Characters
Lead Cast
- Meng Zi Yi as Mu Wan Yao
- Li Yun Rui as Yan Shang
Supporting Cast
- Ken Wu as Yang Si
- Quan Yi Lun as Liu Wen Ji
- Li Xiao Qian as Feng Shu
- Shen Jia Yu as Chun Hua
- Ailei Yu as Yu Cheng An
- Myolie Wu as Mu Ning Shuang
- Gong Lei as Yan Zhan Zhi
- Tang Xiao Tian as Meng Zai Shi
Production Details
Original Source: The drama is adapted from the novel Shang Gong Zhu by Yi Ren Kui Kui, a romantic and political narrative rooted in historical tensions and personal ambition.
Filming: Production officially began on August 31, 2025 and ended in late January, 2026.
Episodes & Airing
- Total Episodes: 40
- Episode Length: 45 minutes
- First Aired / Premiere: (not yet officially announced — expected in 2026)
- Original Network: Tencent Video
Where to Watch
China:
- Tencent Video — confirmed as the primary streaming platform and broadcaster.
International Platforms:
- WeTV – likely streaming the C-drama internationally.
Why It’s Worth Watching
- Epic Historical Romance: The story blends political turmoil with personal destiny, weaving a romance that grows alongside national ambition and shared ideals
- Star Pair Reunion: The pairing of Meng Zi Yi and Li Yun Rui, following their chemistry in Blossom, has generated strong fan excitement and social buzz.
- High-Profile Production: Backed by New Classics Media and Tencent Video under an S+ rating, the drama promises high production values and immersive world-building.
- Complex Character Arcs: Viewers can look forward to growth, political challenges, and emotional depth as the leads navigate love, duty, and sacrifice in turbulent times.
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