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The Story Of Pearl Girl

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The Story Of Pearl Girl
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Traditional Chinese珠帘玉幕
Simplified Chinese珠帘玉幕
Hanyu PinyinZhu lian yu mu
Genre
Based onKun Shan Yu Qian Zhuan (昆山玉前传) by Tan Tian Yin (谈天音)
Written by
Directed by
Starring
Opening theme
Pearlescent Light by Jane Zhang
Ending theme
Only Wish By Liu Yuning
Country of originChina
Original languageMandarin
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes40
Production
Producer
Production locationsHengdian, Yinchuan
Running time45
Original release
Network
ReleaseNovember 1 –
November 29, 2024

The Story Of Pearl Girl (Chinese: 珠帘玉幕) is a Chinese television series based on the novel "Kun Shan Yu Qian Zhuan" (昆山玉前传) by Tan Tian Yin (谈天音), starring Zhao Lusi, Liu Yuning, Tang Xiaotian and special starring Xie Keyin.

The story follows the journey of Duanwu, a pearl diver, who escapes her oppressive life in the pearl farm to avoid humiliation. Along the way, she meets Yan Zijin, a merchant from the Western Regions, and Zhang Jinran, a noble and refined gentleman. Together, they embark on a westward journey to pursue trade. Amidst turbulent times, Duanwu defies fate and grows into a legendary businesswoman through resilience and determination.

The series premiered exclusively on Youku on November 1, 2024, and was subsequently broadcast on Dragon TV, Jiangsu Satellite TV, Beijing Satellite TV, and Netflix on November 5, 2024. By November 3, 2024, just two days after its release, the drama’s popularity on Youku surpassed 10,000 in heat index, setting a record for the fastest drama to achieve this milestone on the platform in 2024. As of November 8, it topped Netflix’s Taiwan drama chart for two consecutive days.

Plot

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The series revolve around Duan Wu (Zhao Lusi), a slave pearl diver from Hepu meets Yan Zi Jing(Liu Yuning), a businessman from Xiyu (Western Region), and Zhang Jin Ran (Tang Xiaotian), a humble gentleman. She joins Yan's caravan and embarks on a journey filled with struggles as she enters the world of jewelry. However, during her trip to the northwest, she unravels the secrets of her life and gets entangled in Yan Zi Jing's quest for revenge. She experiences the loss of close relatives and betrayal by her beloved.

Renamed Su Mu Zhe (Zhao Lusi), Duan Wu courageously ventures into Yangzhou in pursuit of the truth, refusing to be consumed by hatred. Letting go of the past, she teams up with Zhang Jin Ran and confronts fierce struggles together with Yan Zi Jing, who initially planned to bear the burden of stigma and hatred alone, but finally finds solace in his heart and eases his knot.

After the storm settles, Su Mu Zhe reaches the pinnacle of jewelry art at the Jewelry Competition Fair, inspiring many women to take control of their destinies.

Cast & Character

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Main Cast

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  • Zhao Lusi as Duan Wu / Su Muzhe
    • Zhang Xi Wei as Young Duan Wu

A pearl diver slave from Hepu, was diligent, intelligent, smart and competitive. She was the only role model among all the female slaves. However, she was betrayed by her best friend and nearly died during an assassination attempt. She was picked up by Yan Zi Jing, the leader of a passing caravan, and thus stepped into the real threshold of the jewelry world.

Later known as Su Muzhe, she fights against fate to uncover the truth about her origins, navigate betrayal and loss, and ultimately rise to prominence as a legendary businesswoman. Her character is defined by resilience, intelligence, and determination, as she masters the art of trade and thrives in a male-dominated world, becoming a symbol of strength and empowerment for women.

  • Liu Yuning as Yan Zi Jing
    • Chen Tian Yu as Young Yan Zi Jing

The owner of Yan's Caravan. He is a merchant from the Western Regions, known for his attractive appearance and strategic mind. In the series, Yan Zi Jing has been planning for many years to clear his family’s name. He meets the main character, Duan Wu (also known as Su Muzhe), during their business dealings, and together they face various challenges in the business world. Despite the difficulties on his path to revenge, Yan Zi Jing remains determined and shows great resilience.

He is a noble and kind gentleman with a strong sense of justice. In the series, he helps Duan Wu (later known as Su Muzhe) on her journey from being a pearl diver to becoming a successful merchant. He stands by her side, fights for what is right, and helps bring justice to those who have done wrong. Zhang Jinran is loyal, righteous, and a key figure in supporting Duan Wu’s success

Supporting Cast

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adpoted daughter of Yue Zu Zhang and later got saved by Duan wu

The only legimate daughter of Cui's family

The illegitimate son of Zheng's family

Yan's Convoy

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  • Yu yong hai as Kang Ju [Zi Jing's confidante]
  • Fu Bo Han as Xiao Xia Mi / "Shrimp"
  • Ma Xiao Yuan as Wei Yan [Accountant]
  • Shen Chi as Xiang Zi [Loud)
  • Wang Yi Ming as Cao Da [Overseer]

Songstress

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  • Zhu Rui as Bai Niao
  • Zeng Yi Xuan as Huan Lang
  • Gao Rong as Xue Li Niang

Clear Mind Shop

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  • Wang Yi Miao as Ying Tao
  • Zhou Yao as Kang Ming
  • Ren Zheng Bin as Cui Ba Gong

Zheng's Family

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  • Wang Ya Ting as Lady Cui
  • Sun Yi Yang as Zheng Zhi Xing
  • Yan Yu Ting as Yu Xiao Niang
  • Zhu Mei Ji as Zhe Gu

Cui's Family

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  • Wang Li Na as A Tong
  • Wan Yu Han as A Tan
  • Jia Shu Yi as Ciu Shi [Cui Shi Jiu's mother] (Ep. 10)

Other Supporting Cast

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  • Liu Ya Jin as Yue Zu Zhang
  • Sun Zhi Hong as Xu Nan Ying [Special Envoy of Treasures]
  • Wei Lan Tian as Garuda
  • Peter Cai as Qin Mu
  • Shen Tai as Yu Chi Wu Yi
  • Edward Zhang as Prince Ying
  • Liu Shu Yuan as Xu Lin

Production

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Scriptwriting

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Director Xie Ze stated that the heroine’s character was designed to reflect a realistic growth trajectory. She begins as a soulless figure—a slave with no direction in life—but gradually finds purpose as she seeks a better life. Her journey evolves into building a career and helping others, making her relatable and grounded for the audience. The play incorporates multiple storylines, including revenge, entrepreneurship, power struggles, and personal growth. Each character has a unique arc, with their stories interwoven to create a complex and engaging narrative.

Location Shooting

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For a realistic underwater world, the crew used a swimming pool, raising its depth to 5 meters and covering the bottom with sea sand transported from Hepu to recreate the seabed. To maintain water quality and ensure actor safety, the water was changed every two days. A small boat was dismantled and rebuilt as a larger ship for filming. The design of the bottom cabin, reflecting the cramped quarters of slaves, prioritized historical realism over comfort. The slaves’ living conditions were intentionally portrayed as harsh, with limited space and basic accommodations, to immerse the audience in the hardships of the time.

Shooting Process

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Filming began on November 17, 2023, at Hengdian World Studios and officially wrapped on March 16, 2024. This meticulous production effort, combining historical accuracy and emotional depth, brings to life the struggles and triumphs of the characters in the context of ancient China’s vibrant trade and cultural exchanges.

Reception

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  • Youku Popularity: On November 3, 2024, just two days after its release, the drama’s heat index on Youku Mainland exceeded 10,000, setting a record for the fastest drama to achieve this level of popularity on the platform in 2024.
  • Netflix Taiwan: By November 8, the series topped Netflix’s Taiwan drama chart for two consecutive days and continued to perform strongly in other regions.
  • Thailand Success: Reached 2 million views in TrueID platform in Thailand by November 26.
  • Global Recognition: As of November 27, 2024, The Story of Pearl Girl is ranked 13th on the Netflix Global List. It is currently in the Top 10 rankings in 12 countries, with notable regions including Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines.

Soundtrack

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No English Tittle Chinese Tittle Artist Notes
1 Pearlescent Light 珠光重晔 Jane Zhang Opening theme song
2 Only Wish 惟愿 Liu Yuning Ending song
3 A Time in the World 人间有时 Curley G
4 Not Allowed 不得 Silence Wang
5 What Year is Tonight? 此宵是何年 Ji tingran

Broadcasting Platform

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Airdate Country or Region Broadcasting Platform Update time
November 1, 2024 Chinese mainland & Youku

International app

Youku Shenghua Theater

& Youku International app

Youku members will get the first 3 episodes at 12:00, 2 episodes will be updated every day at 12:00 from November 2 to November 4, November 6, November 8, and November 10, and 1 episode will be updated every day at 12:00 on November 5, November 7, and November 9. SVIP members can watch 1 more episode in advance on each update day.
November 5, 2024 Chinese mainland Dragon TV Broadcast every night at 19:30
November 5, 2024 Chinese mainland Beijing Satellite TV Quality Theater Broadcast every night at 19:30
November 5, 2024 Chinese mainland Jiangsu Satellite TV Happiness Theater Broadcast every night at 19:30
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The Story Of Pearl Girl on Netflix [1]

The Story Of Pearl Girl on IMDb

The story of pearl girl on Youku

The story of pearl on Weibo

References

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  1. The Story Of Pearl Girl. Baidu Baike (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  2. Lineup Official Announcement. Weibo (in Chinese). Lineup official announcement. Retrieved November 28, 2024
  3. https://www.163.com/dy/article/JI31AMTO0512D3VJ.html. 163.com (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  4. https://finance.sina.cn/2024-11-28/detail-incxquyw9805137.d.html?vt=4&pos=108. Sina Corporation (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  5. Director Xie Ze "Don't make conventional ancient costumes, but make high-quality products"(in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  6. https://weibo.com/7870161823/ODKLlsxSt. Weibo (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  7. Zhao Lusi's "The Story Of Pearl Girl" is launched, telling the legend of ancient women's entrepreneurship. Baidu (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  8. Director Xie Ze: The "Real Business War Map" of "The Story Of Pearl Girl" woven with ingenuity. thepaper.cn (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  9. https://weibo.com/7735105675/OFBH7cTWq?pagetype=detail. CCTV-Entertainment (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  10. The Story Of Pearl Girl becomes the fastest Youku drama to break 10,000 popularity in 2024. Baidu Baike (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  11. "The Story Of Pearl Girl" is popular, director Xie Ze: Create a warm costume business war drama. Baidu Baike (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  12. Cao Jiandun, the historical consultant of "The Story Of Pearl Girl", professor and doctoral supervisor of the School of History and Culture of Henan University, said in an interview that the drama referred to works such as "Atlas of Chinese History". Baidu Baike (in Chinese). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  13. 《珠簾玉幕》線上看亮點！趙露思採珠奴逆襲成商場女強人、與劉宇寧霸道富商二搭再續前緣. Harper's BAZAAR (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  14. Netflix陸劇《珠簾玉幕》為什麼爆紅？7大必看亮點：趙露思二搭劉宇寧，大女主逆襲劇情超帶感. ELLE (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  15. he Story of Pearl Girl Tayang 1 November 2024. IDN Times (in Indonesian). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  16. 《珠簾玉幕》4大看點！趙露思蛻變之作，上線2天創最快熱度破萬紀錄，劉宇寧登雙平台破萬男主. Marie Claire 美麗佳人 (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved November 28, 2024
  17. 《珠簾玉幕》分集劇情+大結局！劉宇寧家仇得報又BE，趙露思「能不能別走」一人守兩人諾言. Marie Claire 美麗佳人 (in Chinese (Taiwan)). Retrieved November 28, 2024
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