TV series · 2023 · CCTV-8 Drama
Is Blossoms Shanghai based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Blossoms Shanghai is based on the book Fan hua by Jin Yucheng (2012).
The TV series premiered in 2023 on CCTV-8 Drama.
The book behind Blossoms Shanghai
Fan hua
by Jin Yucheng · first published 2012 · huaben
Novel written in Wu language by Jin Yucheng; set in 20th century Shanghai (1960s-1990s).
Common questions
Is Blossoms Shanghai based on a book?
Yes. Blossoms Shanghai is based on the book Fan hua by Jin Yucheng (2012).
Who wrote the book Blossoms Shanghai is based on?
Fan hua was written by Jin Yucheng and first published in 2012.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Fan hua before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.