The Princess's Gambit

Three kingdoms rule the land, each jealous of control and sure of its own rules. Princess Jiang Taohua of Zhao slips out from under Empress Lv's shadow by agreeing to a marriage alliance in Wei, a realm glittering with secrets and backroom deals. Far from safe, Taohua finds Wei's court a maze where every gesture is weighed and every ally could turn into an opponent. She crosses paths with Shen Zaiye, the sharp minded Chancellor who holds influence over both politics and people. As their encounter deepens, their proposed loyalties clash with personal aims, revealing how power reshapes trust and desire in the corridors of state. Taohua's choices ripple through halls where rivals trade favors and fates hinge on timing.

Directed by Yi Jun, The Princess's Gambit is brought to life by creators Bai Lu Cheng Shuang and Su Ni. Debuting in 2025, this period drama marks Yi Jun's latest foray into dynastic intrigue.

Early chatter suggests the show leans into dense court politics and sharp character dynamics. It grapples with themes of sovereignty and loyalty, the costs of alliances, and how personal ambition can clash with duty inside a volatile empire.