"Easy Life," a big screen adaptation of Chinese writer Han Han's hit novel "Chaos of Chang'an" premieres in Beijing on Wednesday, March 23, 2016.[Photo: weibo.com]

"Easy Life," a big screen adaptation of Chinese writer Han Han's hit novel "Chaos of Chang'an" has premiered in Beijing.

"Easy Life" follows the adventures of young monk "Shi Ran" and his childhood friend "Xi Le" after being forced to leave the temple where they were growing up.

The costume drama is directed by Zhu Qing and stars Zhang Tianyang and He Hongshan.

Han Han's "Chaos of Chang'an" has been a long time best seller and sold over 3 million copies in 2004 when it hit the shelves.

"Easy Life" is the third adaptation of Han Han's works following "The Continent" and "The Ideal City".