Where the Legend Begins

Where the Legend Begins is a 2002 Hong Kong television series produced by TVB. The series is based on the life story of Zhen Fu (Cantonese: Yan Fuk), a noble lady who lived during the Three Kingdoms period. It contains embellishments from folktales about Yan's romance with Cao Pi (Cantonese: Cho Pei) and Cao Zhi (Cantonese: Cho Chik). The series was first aired in Hong Kong on TVB Jade from 24 June to 26 July in 2002.

Where the Legend Begins
Poster
Chinese洛神
MandarinLuò Shén
CantoneseLok3 San4
LiterallyThe Luo Spirit
GenreCostume drama, romance
Written byChan Ching-yee
StarringAda Choi
Steven Ma
Moses Chan
Sonija Kwok
Opening themeShui Chung Sin (水中仙) performed by Steven Ma
Ending themeLau Sa (流沙) performed by Steven Ma and Rain Li
ComposerJoseph Koo
Country of originHong Kong
Original languageCantonese
No. of episodes27
Production
ProducerMui Siu-ching
Production locationHong Kong
Camera setupMulti camera
Running time45 minutes (per episode)
Production companyTVB
Release
Original networkTVB Jade
Picture format576i (SDTV)
Original release24 June (2002-06-24) –
26 July 2002 (2002-07-26)
External links
Website

Cast
Note: Some of the characters' names are in Cantonese romanisation.
Main cast
Other cast

All the songs were composed by Joseph Koo while Chan Siu Kei provided the lyrics.

  • Shui Chung Sin (水中仙; Water Goddess) - the opening theme song performed by Steven Ma
  • Lau Sa (流沙; Quicksand) - the ending theme song performed by Steven Ma and Rain Li
  • Sik Fa (惜花; Cherish the Flower) - insert song performed by Priscilla Ku

Awards and nominations

TVB Anniversary Awards (2002)

  • My Favourite Character (Steven Ma)
  • My Favourite Character (Ada Choi)
  • Most Improved Male Artiste (Moses Chan)
  • Nominated: Best Actor (Steven Ma) - Top 5
  • Nominated: Best Actress (Ada Choi) - Top 5

See also
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