Madame White Snake

Madame White Snake is a classic Chinese legend about a shape-shifting white snake spirit named Bai Suzhen who transforms into a woman. She falls in love with a mortal man and seeks to live peacefully with him. A Buddhist monk, Fa Hai, opposes their union, believing spirits and humans should stay separate. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle between spiritual and human worlds. It has been adapted into various operas, movies, and TV series, highlighting the enduring cultural significance of this tale of romance and supernatural elements.