Chinese rural drama Under the Huangpi Tree (Huang Pi Shu Xia) officially premiered on CCTV-17 Agriculture and Rural Channel on July 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m
. local time. The series tells an uplifting story of entrepreneurship and rural revitalization inspired by the famous seedless huangpi fruit industry in Yunan County, Guangdong.
The story follows Huang Xiaoxi, played by SNH48’s Song Xinran, who returns to her hometown after working in the city.
She opens a modern tea shop featuring drinks made from Yunan’s signature seedless huangpi fruit, hoping to create new opportunities for her community.
Zhang Jiongmin stars as Chen Liyu, a cultural center officer who supports Huang Xiaoxi’s journey. Their friendship and growing romance add warmth to the inspiring storyline.
Beyond its emotional narrative, the drama highlights Yunan’s successful agricultural industry and the role of local farming in improving residents’ livelihoods.
It also introduces viewers to the region’s cultural heritage, including the centuries-old Helou Dance and the daily lives of communities living along the Xijiang River.
With beautiful countryside scenery and a heartwarming story, the series presents a meaningful look at modern rural China while celebrating tradition, determination, and hope.
The drama consists of 20 episodes, each running approximately 25 minutes. It airs two episodes daily from July 27 through August 5, 2026, on CCTV-17. (Overseasidol.com)
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