Chu Han Zhengxiong () is a Chinese historical drama television series directed by Chen Jialin, and based on the historical novel of the same title by Xiong Cheng (). It follows the events of the Chu–Han Contention, an interregnum between the fall of the Qin dynasty and the founding of the Han dynasty in Chinese history. Shooting for the series started in October 2011 at the Jiaozuo Film and Television City. It was released in China on 27 November 2012.
Synopsis The series is set in the late third century BC in China. Xiang Yu, a warrior descended from an aristocratic family, and Liu Bang, a low-ranking government official of humble origin, are both men of great ambition. Their paths cross when they both join the rebellion to overthrow the oppressive Qin dynasty.
Xiang Yu leads the rebels to victory over Qin forces at the decisive Battle of Julu despite the overwhelming odds. Meanwhile, Liu Bang leads his followers to capture the Qin capital Xianyang, ending the Qin dynasty.
A power struggle, historically known as the Chu–Han Contention, breaks out between Xiang Yu and Liu Bang as they fight for supremacy over China. Xiang Yu, though having the upper hand initially, gradually loses to Liu Bang and ultimately takes his own life after making a last stand at the Battle of Gaixia. The victorious Liu Bang becomes the emperor and establishes the Han dynasty as China's ruling dynasty.
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