Two broken souls. A forced marriage. And a slow-burn love story that will have you cancelling all your weekend plans. Tencent’s The First Jasmine is here, and it’s already everything.
The First Jasmine: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Drama Title | The First Jasmine |
| Platform | Tencent / Viki |
| Genre | Historical / Costume / Romance |
| Lead Actress | Bai Lu (as Ye Li) |
| Lead Actor | Ryan Cheng (as Mo Xiu Yao) |
| Setting | Ancient Chinese imperial court |
| Type | Period C-Drama |
What Is “The First Jasmine” About?
The First Jasmine is a costume and period C-drama featuring a marriage of convenience between two people with hidden agendas, power struggles, and political schemes — combined with a healing romance, as two souls thirsty for revenge discover that their tragedies are more connected than they ever expected, profoundly intertwining their fates.
It’s the kind of story that pulls you in slowly, then refuses to let you go. For more C-drama and Asian entertainment updates, check out our latest coverage at Technosports.
Meet the Lead Characters
Ye Li, the eldest daughter of the Ye family, returns to the capital after eight years of seclusion with a sole purpose: to repay a debt of honor and take revenge — fulfilling the promise of marrying Prince Mo Xiu Yao, a once admired war hero who now lives broken and disparaged with the burden of a fallen family after his older brother’s alleged treason.
What makes the leads so compelling is how human they both are. Ye Li isn’t your typical female lead — she is strong, smart, and unaffected, with an innate tenderness and resilience, while quietly brewing a lethal plan to take down those who ruined her mother and her friends. Mo Xiu Yao, on the other hand, is tormented by self-inflicted guilt over his family’s disgrace, yet the more he gets to know Ye Li, the more he understands the deep sorrow hidden behind her easygoing personality and sweet smile.
Why You Should Start Watching Now?
Since the main couple is already married from the get-go, the progression of their relationship moves forward naturally — making several episodes feel as if you’ve watched just a couple of minutes before the romance really starts to sparkle. The small moments of intimacy and their shy approach are so sweet they make you squeal with excitement.
And the chemistry? Bai Lu and Ryan Cheng not only match their strong aura and charming stage presence but also harmonically complement each other’s poignant performances, turning every scene into a feast for the eyes. soompi
This is precisely what makes the Chinese historical drama genre so globally beloved — rich world-building, emotionally layered characters, and a romance worth rooting for.
FAQs
Q: Is “The First Jasmine” a good C-drama to start if you’re new to Chinese historical dramas?
Absolutely — its already-married leads, natural romance progression, and compelling revenge storyline make it very accessible and binge-worthy for newcomers to the genre.
Q: Where can I watch “The First Jasmine” with English subtitles?
You can stream The First Jasmine on Rakuten Viki with subtitles available for international viewers.
