Chinese Drama guide

Provoke

招惹

A nightclub singer enters a powerful household to avenge her family, only to collide with the son who sees through her performance.

Episodes
25
Runtime
Approx. 12–17 min per episode
Platform
WeTV
Country
China
Language
Mandarin
Release
2023-03-30
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What is it about?

Plot and synopsis

In early twentieth-century Shanghai, singer Jiang Ying approaches entertainment mogul Du Jingchuan under a false identity as part of a revenge plan. Her scheme becomes more complicated when Du Xunyu, the mogul's son, recognizes that she is performing a role and begins pursuing secrets of his own.

Credits

Cast and characters

Li Muchen

as Jiang Ying

Zhao Yiqin

as Du Xunyu

Wang Ruolin

Cast member

Yi Ling

Cast member

ReelPulse review

Is it worth watching?

Provoke uses its period setting, revenge structure, and visual polish to feel larger than its 12–17 minute episodes.

  • A strong revenge engine
  • Stylish Republican-era setting
  • Good fit for viewers graduating from vertical dramas

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Streaming and unlocks

Where to watch — and is it free?

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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes are in Provoke?

Provoke is listed with 25 episodes. Typical runtime: Approx. 12–17 min per episode. ReelPulse last checked the listing on August 10, 2026.

Who is in the cast of Provoke?

The credited leads include Li Muchen as Jiang Ying, Zhao Yiqin as Du Xunyu, Wang Ruolin.

Where can I watch Provoke?

Provoke has a current watch path through WeTV. Availability, subtitles, and unlock rules may vary by region and account.

Can I watch Provoke for free?

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What is Provoke about?

In early twentieth-century Shanghai, singer Jiang Ying approaches entertainment mogul Du Jingchuan under a false identity as part of a revenge plan. Her scheme becomes more complicated when Du Xunyu, the mogul's son, recognizes that she is performing a role and begins pursuing secrets of his own.

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