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LUXEN TV Series
Royal Upstart
2025·2 Seasons·54 Episodes·★ 8.0
Chinese original
After a mysterious accident, Xiao Ning finds himself transported into another world as the live-in son-in-law of the powerful Su family. Using ancient techniques to revolutionize tea and wine, he uses his sharp wit and strategies to quickly rise to prominence.
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Does this fit your time and taste?
A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 2 seasons
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The series
Seasons
Season 1
26 episodes
2025
Season 2
28 episodes
2026
Cast
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