Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar – Peter Ho, Hani Kyzy, Ming Dow
Duel on Mount Hua: Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar is a historical wuxia drama, directed by Xu Bing, Deng Ke, Cao Dun, and Zang Xichuan, starring Peter Ho, Hanikezi, Ming Dow, Zhou Yiwei, Vengo Gao, Chen Duling, Meng Ziyi, and He Yu.
It is part of the anthology series Duel on Mount Hua. The Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar arc follows Dali prince Duan Zhixing and Beggar Sect’s Hong Qi, who form a strong bond after a chance meeting. A mistaken identity leads to a fated romance, and Hong Qi rises to become Beggar Sect leader. But a buried family feud turns brotherhood into rivalry, as One Yang Finger clashes with Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms.
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English Title: Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar
Chinese Title: 华山论剑之南帝北丐
Other Titles: Duel on Mount Hua: Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar
Genre: Historical, Wuxia, Romance
Episodes: 8
Duration: 45 min.
Director: Xu Bing, Deng Ke, Cao Dun, Zang Xichuan
Screenwriter: Xu Bing, Li Haishu, Huang Yanwei, Cao Xiaotian, Cheng Tingyu
Released Date: 2025-08-05
Broadcast Website: WeTV, TencentVideo, YOUHUG MEDIA
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Synopsis
Duan Zhixing, crown prince of Dali, who flees an arranged marriage and bonds instantly with Beggar Sect disciple Hong Qi. A case of mistaken identity leads Yi Huo, a tribal girl, to believe Hong Qi is her betrothed, turning a mishap into fate. Through chance, Hong Qi masters powerful martial arts and rises to lead the Beggar Sect. But an old feud between their fathers drives the brothers apart—One Yang Finger clashes with Eighteen Dragon-Subduing Palms in a battle that shakes the heavens.
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