Chinese Drama Romance Genre mainly refers to the male leads and female leads who are in love, especially behavior that is very caring or affectionate. The list includes the best Romance Cdramas of recent years.
Stealing Heart
#1
Historical, Romance
Zhang Yijie, Zhong Lili
Lin Chuning grew up in an orphanage, never knowing her birth parents, and considered her best friend Xiaorou her only family. When a wealthy businessman, driven by lust, cruelly took Xiaorou’s life in a fit of rage, Lin Chuning vowed revenge—but alone and powerless, she stood little chance. After discovering a keepsake that suggested Xiaorou might have been a long-lost child of...Better Halves
#2
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Snow Kong, Ren Hao
The spoiled young lady from a prestigious matchmaking family, Shi Fa ke, has always believed in the creed of "seize pleasure when life is happy." With a modest but consistent record of completing only one matchmaking case per month, she works at the Official Matchmaking Bureau. The Marquis of Wu'an seeks to rebel through marital alliances, prompting the emperor to send the master of...She Is the Phoenix
#3
Historical, Romance
Ma Qiuyuan, He Jianqi
Shen Yu, a skilled martial artist and daughter of a military family, whose fate is rewritten by a devastating military defeat. Given a second chance, she vows to uncover the truth and avenge her father. Disguised as a man while investigating the case, she meets and falls in love with Xie Tingzhou, the heir to the Northern Lin principality. Together, they work to overturn the old case,...Deep Affection Eyes
#4
Romance, Urban
Zhang Yuxi, Bi Wenjun
Ye Meng, a woman in her thirties who experiences setbacks in her career. After resigning from her job, she returns to her hometown with her savings, hoping for a peaceful life in a small town. By chance, she encounters Li Jinyu, a man with a pair of soulful eyes. Drawn to his mystery and cold demeanor, Ye Meng becomes increasingly intrigued by him. As their paths continue to cross,...Love Lurking
#5
Romance
Yang Bingzhuo, Zhao Xixi
Surgeon Gu Nian saves drug dealer K, only to find herself trapped in a drug lord’s den. To survive, Gu Nian cleverly strikes a deal with the mysterious K. Through repeated brushes with life and death, the two gradually fall for each other. In order to ensure Gu Nian’s safety, K sacrifices himself in a deadly showdown with drug lord Peng Li, leaving his fate uncertain. Six months...Love Formula
#6
Youth, School, Romance
Ireine Song, Guo Zifan
On her first day at university, Shenmu Village's beloved "village flower" Jian Dan accidentally pushes swimming club president Han Yansheng into the pool. Unable to secure the necessary extracurricular credits, Jian Dan risks losing her scholarship—prompting her to start her own club: the Rock Climbing Society. However, the more Jian Dan tries to avoid Han Yansheng, the more fate...In the Name of Dawn
#7
Historical, Romance
He Xuanlin, Zhang Tingrui, Li Yanman
Ji Yunchao, who is betrayed by her closest friend and, after surviving a life-threatening ordeal, returns under a new identity. With extraordinary intelligence and determination, she meticulously schemes to seek justice for herself. Later, Ji Yunchao is forced into a mutually beneficial agreement with Pei Yan—each using the other for their own ends. Through every carefully plotted...Our Generation
#8
Youth, Romance
Zhao Jinmai, Zhang Linghe
Lin Qile, nicknamed Cherry, who grows up under the loving care of her parents, both electrical construction workers, alongside her friends Yu Qiao, Qin Yeyun, Du Shang, and Cai Fangyuan in a construction site nestled in the mountains. Jiang Qiaoxi, a talented boy raised as a replacement for his late older brother by his parents, gradually integrates into this close-knit group after...Spring's Gentle Return
#9
Historical, Romance
Wanyan Luorong, Xiang Xin
During the Dacheng era. It follows Chen Yiqu, a low-ranking government clerk, and Yang Tao, a physician, who decide to divorce on their third wedding anniversary. Just as they are about to exchange their separation letters and part ways amicably, officers from the Surveillance Bureau storm in, detain them, and demand they surrender alleged treasonous correspondence. Overnight, the law-abiding...Coroner's Diary
#10
Historical, Suspense, Romance
Landy Li, Ao Ruipeng
Shen Yi, the Minister of Justice, is implicated in the Prince Jin case, leading to the tragic extermination of his entire family. His daughter, Shen Wan, assumes the identity of Qin Wan, the ninth daughter of the Qin family, and flees to Jingzhou. Once perceived as weak and easily bullied, Qin Wan undergoes a drastic transformation—she not only excels in healing but also masters forensic...Wild Fire
#11
Historical, Romance, Suspense
He Xuanlin, Gao Mingchen, Wu Mingjing
Set against the turbulent backdrop of the Republican era, this drama tells the poignant love story between Shen Muling, a renowned opera performer from a humble background, and Guan Xingkai, a wealthy young man who has returned from studying abroad. Despite the stark divide in their social status, harsh public judgment, and betrayal from those closest to them, the two wounded souls...Double Fugue
#12
Romance, Urban
Liu Yitong, Shen Yujie
Lu Li, a talented painter who infiltrates the Shilun Group to uncover the truth behind his parents' deaths. He joins forces with Qin Yuebai, the heir to the Shilun Group. Caught between a rock and a hard place, they navigate unusual events that seem to hold secrets about their intertwined pasts. As Lu Li's true identity is revealed, their fated connection deepens into a blossoming romance...Royal Upstart
#13
Historical, Romance
Pan Yihong, Zhu Rongjun
An unexpected turn of events transports Xiao Ning to the Great Jing Dynasty, where he becomes a live-in son-in-law for the Su family. Using ancient methods, he imbues tea and wine with exquisite charm, attracting widespread acclaim. He establishes newspapers and gathers talented individuals, helping a princess navigate the complexities of court politics. Facing challenges from a cunning...Rose and Gun
#14
Romance, Military
Jin Han, Xuan Lu
Tang Xin, a self-proclaimed tough and independent career woman, has always been a workaholic and never considered marriage a necessity—though deep down, she yearns for a true hero. Her blind date, Wu Si, is an outstanding naval officer whose life has followed a rigid path: excelling in academics, enlisting in the military, and meticulously planning every step, including marriage....Ten Years of Unrequited Love
#15
Romance, Urban
He Changxi, Ji Shuyi
Lin Miaomiao, an unyielding young woman who, in pursuit of true equal love, bravely puts her innocent affection for her childhood sweetheart, Cen Siyuan, on hold. She makes a ten-year pact with Cen's mother, Cen Fengling. During this long decade, Lin Miaomiao strives tirelessly, demonstrating exceptional capability and facing challenges while never losing her desire for love. Ultimately,...In the Name of Blossom
#16
Historical, Romance, Business
Yang Zi, Li Xian
In the bustling capital of Chang'an, the Fangyuan Garden thrived with endless streams of visitors, its gates never free of crowds. Despite constant obstruction from County Princess Li Youzhen, it stood unshaken. When envoys from across the land gathered in the empire, He Weifang, the garden's mistress, was entrusted with a critical task—amidst snow and wind, she unveiled a breathtaking...The Wonderful World
#17
Romance, Drama
Zhang Yishan, Li Qin
Xu Xian, a young man from Hangzhou, leads a quiet life until an autumn downpour creates ripples. He crosses paths with Zhou Tong, a stranger who bears a striking seven-tenths resemblance to him. This encounter ignites an obsession in the introverted Xu Xian, who lost his mother at a young age, prompting him to search for this similar stranger. Through a blind date, Xu Xian meets Shi...A Dream Within A Dream
#18
Romance, Historical, Comedy
Li Yitong, Liu Yuning
What should you do if you accidentally get transported into the world of a script and become the heroine doomed to be used, abused, and killed by the villainous male lead? For Song Xiaoyu, the answer is simple—run as far as she can! But while her plans seem perfect, reality proves brutally unkind. Every time she tries to alter the storyline and marry a supporting character instead,...Hidden Love For You
#19
Youth, Romance
Tian Hongjie, Huang Panpan
The story begins when Duan Jiaxu and Sang Zhi cross paths due to an incident at Sang Zhi's school that required parental intervention. From then on, Duan Jiaxu treats Sang Zhi like his own little sister, caring for her deeply. However, after Duan Jiaxu graduates from university, the two are separated by distance, and misunderstandings cause their relationship to drift apart. Years later,...The Princess's Gambit
#20
Historical, Romance
Liu Xueyi, Meng Ziyi
Shen Zaiye, the Left Chancellor of the Qi Kingdom, who meets Princess Jiang Taohua of the Northern Yuan Kingdom due to a conspiracy by his political enemies. Shen Zaiye is cunning and ruthless, while Jiang Taohua is clever and resourceful. In the turbulent political landscape between the two nations, they outsmart and manipulate each other. Forced to collaborate in the face of powerful...Girls Fighting Fate
#21
Historical, Romance
Victor Huang, Richards Wang, Guan Chang
The Shen family, who have been running a generations-old orange business. Shen Yanqing, the family patriarch, and his sixth brother, Shen Yanzhou, both fall in love with Xiuju, a woman from an impoverished background. To ensure the continuation of the Shen family lineage, the eldest wife, Zhuang Hui, arranges for Xiuju to marry Shen Yanqing. Thus begins a tangled and heart-wrenching...Waiting for You
#22
Romance, Friendship
Xu Ziyin, Guo Jianan
After graduation, Shen Zhiyi opened a guesthouse in her hometown, Lingnan Village. With the help of her good friends Meng Jiaojiao and Ma Yi, the guesthouse gradually began to thrive. Jiang Cheng, an astronomy enthusiast, predicted through precise calculations that a small meteorite was about to fall on Lingnan Village. In his efforts to save the villagers, he unexpectedly met young...A Dream Like The True Love
#23
Historical, Romance
Liu Xuwei, Na Yi
Wen Su, who was investigating the flood, unexpectedly saved Chen Baoyin, a rural girl from a poor family who was about to be sacrificed to the River God. To pay for her mother's medical treatment, Baoyin voluntarily left home and, after several twists and turns, was sold as a servant to the Wen family. Meanwhile, Wen Su, despite becoming a top scholar, suddenly saw his family fall on...To Get Master
#24
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Bao Shang'en, Zhang Junning
The pampered Princess Li Song'er of Zuimeng Kingdom unexpectedly transmigrates into the novel "Only I Am Supreme", where she coincidentally meets the "Great Devil," Gu Yuan. Li Song'er tries every trick in the book to escape the "Great Devil." However, since Gu Yuan holds the key to her return to Zuimeng Kingdom, she is forced to remain by his side, leading to a tumultuous love-hate relationship.Above The Clouds
#25
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Xu Zhenzhen, Zhang Jingyun
Lu Anning and Ling Cang endured a thousand lifetimes of tragic love, manipulated by destiny. From powerful adversaries to gradually awakening and reversing their fate, they join hands to cultivate and advance their immortal powers, defying destiny to escape its control.Falling for Divinity
#26
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Bunny Zhang, Hu Bowen
Bu Nian, a gray-eyed maiden with a unique constitution, has lived under the protection of the Goddess of Zhaoyao Mountain. One day, she rescues Xue Yiyang, a gravely wounded general who has lost his memory. As they fall in love, Bu Nian makes a solemn vow to the Goddess to heal him—on the condition that he must leave the mountain forever. Heartbroken but determined, Bu Nian descends...Reborn
#27
Youth, Romance, Suspense
Zhang Jingyi, Zhou Yiran
Transfer student Qiao Qingyu, who, with the help of rebellious school heartthrob Ming Sheng, gradually uncovers the truth behind her sister's "murder" by the entire village six years prior. As they navigate this journey, the two find mutual redemption and grow together. This narrative not only offers audiences a touching core of multifaceted emotional guardianship, but the young protagonists...Love Blossoms with the Wind
#28
Romance, Drama
Cheng Guo, Bao Han
Song Qiyue returned from abroad and unexpectedly embarked on the challenging journey of running a homestay. Along the way, she met a group of companions, including Gu Ci'an. With their help, she gradually found the right direction for the homestay's operations. Not only did she successfully turn the business around from losses to profits, but she also cherished the invaluable friendships...Where Love Dares
#29
Historical, Romance
Ding Ran, Li Ruotian
Chen Qingyan, the gentle physician of Yunshui Town, unwittingly took in a lost and wounded amnesiac. As they healed each other’s scars, love quietly blossomed between them. Yet she never imagined that this obedient, charming man—who fetched water and gathered herbs for her—was none other than the ruthless young marshal Leng Sinian, the very man rumored to be forcing villagers...Revenged Love
#30
Romance, Friendship
Zi Yu, Tian Xuning
Wu Suowei was born into a modest family that never knew wealth or luxury, which often made him the target of his affluent girlfriend’s mockery. Determined to change his fate, he sets out to build his own business—only to repeatedly cross paths with Chi Cheng, the spoiled heir to a powerful family empire. When Suowei discovers that his ex-girlfriend is now dating Chi Cheng, he vows...The Fallen Lady Returns
#31
Historical, Romance
Teng Zewen, Zhan Yu
After suffering a brutal death at the hands of the Zhou family in her past life, Zhang Xiyin unexpectedly finds herself reborn! Determined to take revenge on her husband, Marquis Ding'an Zhou Yihong, and his second wife Li Yuewan, Zhang Xiyin proactively approaches and forms an alliance with Prince Ji, Duan Jianli, for mutual benefit. However, as their encounters unfold, what began...Rewrite My Fate
#32
Fantasy, Romance
Xu Yiyang, Yan Xujia
Yan Ying is a female general in the novel <em>Galactic War Chronicles</em>. Ruthless in battle, she fights to protect her homeland and settle personal grudges, only to face the cruel fate of being forced to love and kill her beloved. Using the power of the "Star Map of Qixi," she travels through time and space to the real world, seeking the novel's author to rewrite her ending. However,...Loving the Lie
#33
Romance, Suspense
Wang Junbi, Ma Haodong
The talented traditional Chinese painter Xin Yi returned to her picturesque hometown, a small town where she meticulously laid out her plans to become the employed painter of the renowned collector Guan Shanhai. Her efforts to get close to the Guan family were all to uncover the truth behind a tragic incident from over a decade ago—her father was deceived into working in a counterfeit...Paramount
#34
Romance, Drama
Yuan Ziming, Qiao Jingwen
Bai Luo partners with Luo Shi, the president of the "Wharf Gang," to get close to Qian Mucheng, the young master of the Paramount, with the aim of helping Luo Shi take over the establishment. However, Bai Luo's true objective is to completely dismantle the Qian family and exact revenge for her own kin. It's revealed that Bai Luo and Qian Mucheng were once engaged. Five years ago, the...Feud
#35
Fantasy, Immortal, Romance
Bai Lu, Joseph Zeng
Hua Ruyue, the Immortal Venerable of the Four Spirits, and Bai Jiusi, the Great Accomplished Mystic Venerable, were once an inseparable pair of immortal lovers, sharing a common origin. Yet, a grave misunderstanding led to their bitter enmity. Following their painful separation, the devastating loss of their child, and Hua Ruyue's brutal demise, both wrestled fiercely with their conflicting...Double Happiness
#36
Romance, Family
Zhang Yuqi, Han Geng
Xu Kaixin, a resilient single mother of two who faces a dual betrayal from her deceitful ex-partner and a supposed best friend. Despite the overwhelming emotional and life challenges, she stages a powerful comeback, actively confronting her obstacles. Along the way, she crosses paths with Mei Chengyi, a dedicated single father of two and a seasoned expert in child-rearing. Their unconventional...The Antidote to Love
#37
Historical, Romance
Li Jiulin, Zhu Lilan
During the Great Wei years, with the land still in turmoil, Prince Ning Zhao He led his troops to battle and faced a life-threatening situation. The Taibu Divination Bureau, by imperial decree, offered a precious "medicine slave" to detoxify him. Medicine slave "Yi Jiu", secretly a Saintess of the Moon Tribe, used herself as bait, falling deep into the elaborate scheme. Ultimately,...Adventure for Love
#38
Historical, Romance
Hei Ze, Tan Yanyan
Modern woman Ma Qianqiu time-travels into an ancient princess and unexpectedly becomes entangled in a power struggle. She and the cunning General Qin Che go from mutual suspicion to joining forces against the tyrant Ma Yangfei and the Beiyu faction. Pretending to be a couple to handle public opinion, they uncover Qin Che’s mysterious origins and his mother’s wrongful case, but face...Be Yourself
#39
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Pan Luyu, Zhao Muyan, Gao Maner
A hundred-year-old monstrous cultivator, after enduring a tribulation to ascend, believed he would achieve perfect merit. Unexpectedly, he was obliterated by a hundred bolts of lightning, his spirit and form utterly destroyed. He ultimately merged with Zhao Feiyang, the fourth son and good-for-nothing of the Zhao family. His extraordinary life begins with three marriage proposals arriving...Be Passionately in Love
#40
Youth, Romance, School
Liu Haocun, Wang Anyu
The story begins in the rainy southern city of Qingyi. Xu Zhi, known as the "dark horse of Ruijun," meets Chen Luzhou, the "barely-passed top scorer." Due to a misunderstanding, the story between the tough girl "Zhi Zong" and the "Poet Chen" begins. During their playful and teasing interactions, the ambiguous atmosphere intensifies, leading to a "tug-of-war" of emotions. Unfortunately,...Destiny of Love
#41
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Darren Chen, Huang Riying
In Luzhao Kingdom, Qiao Manman, the proprietress of Ruyi Wanshifang, mistakenly marries into Prince Jin's manor due to a business commission. She and the "limping" Prince Fu Chengjin go from being playful adversaries to working together to resolve crises, jointly opposing the Second Prince Fu Yunnuo and Prince Huer Sa of the Western Lin Kingdom. Meanwhile, Princess Aliya of the Western...A Prime Minister's Disguise
#42
Historical, Romance
Richards Wang, Li Zixuan
After peace was restored, the new emperor, Huo Jingheng, selected a worthy consort and summoned Yue Ling’er—the long-missing sister of the former dynasty’s prime minister, Yue Chi—into the palace to serve. Deeply protective of his sister, Yue Chi was reluctant to let her suffer in the palace. Moreover, as Huo Jingheng had recently shown increasing interest in matters and people...Bright Eyes
#43
Historical, Romance
Jiang Zhenyu, Wang Jiaxuan
Li Zhian, the daughter of a Northern Jin general, who marries Zhu Huaichen, a Southern Liang hostage, due to her eye condition. However, she is betrayed by him. Reborn, Li Zhian regains her sight and decides to feign blindness for revenge. With the help of Zhu Huaijin, the Southern Liang Crown Prince, the two work together to right wrongs and ultimately find true love.Who Took My Heart Away
#44
Historical, Romance
Liu Zhiyi, Wang Luqing
Fang Xian, the leader of the Shadow Scouts, is forced to marry into the family but unexpectedly swaps souls with Kan Meiyuan, the eldest daughter who refuses the marriage? She schemes to break off the engagement, but he turns around and revitalizes the bathhouse! Watch this sweet and loving couple as they ‘switch lives’!The Comic Bang
#45
Youth, Romance, School
Shen Yue, Wang Jingxuan
Lu Yeqi, a mathematics major who is also a professional shojo (girls') manga artist. However, as a typical science student, he doesn't fully understand the world of shojo manga. Still, his passion for manga keeps him going. After his admirer Zuo Qiandai's confession is rejected, she unexpectedly joins his manga team. Her presence sparks new inspiration and enthusiasm in Lu Yeqi’s...The Dawn to the Night
#46
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Wei Tianhao, Yu Zhongli
Hua Zhaoyang, a cultivator from the Gu Yue Sect of the human race, who enters seclusion for five hundred years and breaks through to the Heaven-Human realm. He defeats his archenemy, the Shura Ye Tian, and enters the Illusory Ladder Realm. However, to truly become a Heaven-Human, Hua Zhaoyang must fulfill Ye Tian's dying wish—to save and prevent him from becoming a Shura. Thus, Hua...Love Beyond the Curse
#47
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Dai Gaozheng, He Shi
Chong Yang, a weary soul from the immortal Yongye Clan, seeks release from his endless existence by planting the Noctrose — a flower that blooms only for those ready to die. Yet, the flower refuses to open. Everything changes when he meets Ji Nanxing, a spirited girl from the fiery Yan Clan, burdened with a deadly curse. Her only hope of survival lies in marrying Chong Yang. As one...Close to You
#48
Youth, School, Romance
Liu Xiaobei, Zhu Linyu, Li Ruotian
An ordinary girl, Yu Mingxi, unexpectedly gains the opportunity to attend the prestigious Jingcai Academy. In order to fulfill her late father's expectations, she is determined to complete her studies there and make use of her athletic talents. Jiang Bohan, on the other hand, has developed a severe rift with his mother due to the death of his younger brother. Although he remains a gifted...Youthful Glory
#49
Historical, Romance
Song Weilong, Bao Shang'en, Dai Luwa
In the eleventh year of the Chengkang reign, Jiang Xu, who has been guarding the border for eight years, returns to the Da Xian dynasty to investigate the embezzlement of military funds in the Dingbei Army. Unexpectedly, the case of embezzlement involves a vast conspiracy, and to uncover the real culprit and purge the court, Jiang Xu voluntarily marries Ming Tan, a noblewoman from another...2099
#50
Historical, Sci-fi, Romance
Sierra Li, Sun Zeyuan
Set in a virtual world, the drama tells the story of “laid-back emperor” Chen Xiaohua and his “AI fierce consort” Lady Xiao 2099, who join forces amid the political turmoil of the Chen Kingdom. Together, they outwit treacherous officials, fend off foreign enemies, and rewrite their destined paths, ultimately redeeming and empowering each other. In the series, Lady Xiao—armed...
