AI Overview
The Chinese drama that prominently features a female character from a family of pig butchers is
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he Lady in Butcher's House (2022). While the female lead is not explicitly portrayed as "fat," the drama is known for its strong, independent female protagonist who has common sense and is a departure from the typical "waifish" aesthetic often seen in historical C-dramas.
The Lady in Butcher's House (2022)
Plot: The story follows a marriage of convenience between a timid scholar and the daughter of a butcher, Zhang Hanyun. The female lead is depicted as rough and uneducated but strong, independent, and practical, possessing "remarkable common sense" that complements her bookish husband.
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heme: The drama focuses on personal relationships and character development as the unconventional couple works together to battle corrupt officials and build a better future.
Availability: You may be able to watch it on platforms like Viki or Apple TV, though availability can vary by region.
Other Potentially Relevant Content
While not full-length dramas, some short-form content and mini-dramas found online feature similar themes:
"Pig-butcher girl returns rich home" is a mini-drama that gained attention on YouTube, centered around a character who uses her wits after returning to her family.
One YouTube video snippet, titled "Handsome doctor rejected all women fell for pig-killing village girl, married her fast, spoiled her!", suggests a mini-series with a female lead in this occupation.
It is important to note that the term "pig butcher" also refers to a type of romance investment scam ("pig butchering scam"), which is the subject of the Chinese crime drama No More Bets (2023). This film is a crime drama and not a romance featuring a literal butcher.
Pig butchering scam - Wikipedia
In popular culture. The 2023 Chinese movie No More Bets is a crime drama based on interviews with real victims of the scams. It ga...
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