TV series · 2025 · Tencent Video
Is In the Name of Ying Tai based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. In the Name of Ying Tai is based on the book Butterfly Lovers.
The TV series premiered in 2025 on Tencent Video.
The book behind In the Name of Ying Tai
Butterfly Lovers
· tragedy, romantic fiction
Chinese legend of the tragic romance between Liang Shanbo (梁山伯) and Zhu Yingtai (祝英臺), whose names form the Chinese title of the story.
Other adaptations of Butterfly Lovers
- The Love Eterne (film, 1963)
Common questions
Is In the Name of Ying Tai based on a book?
Yes. In the Name of Ying Tai is based on the book Butterfly Lovers.
Who wrote the book In the Name of Ying Tai is based on?
The source is Butterfly Lovers.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Butterfly Lovers before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.
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