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.
The Maid
#1
Historical, Romance
Deng Kai, Zhao Xixi
As a concubine-born daughter, Shen Yuqing suffered constant humiliation in the Duke’s household, and her mother, Qin Xiaoniang, was murdered. To take revenge, she disguised herself as Xiyan, a courtesan at Meixiang Pavilion, and approached the regent Pei Ji. With her beauty and wit, Xiyan gradually won Pei Ji’s trust and affection. In secret, she plotted to expose the conspiracy...Encounter with You
#2
Urban, Romance
Tong Yao, Yu Yi
Young mother Wan Xinxin unexpectedly becomes pregnant and hastily marries Qin Gang, a wealthy heir. Just as she is about to settle into the comfortable life of a pampered young wife, the two impulsively divorce. While Qin Gang provides her with financial security as the foundation of love and marriage, he turns to his ex-girlfriend Liu Wei, who has just returned from studying abroad....A Fleeting Dream
#3
Historical, Romance
Yan Zixian, Han Leyao
The series tells the captivating tale of a Chinese Republican love story between the alluring and vengeance-driven "Red Rose" Du Youmeng and the frail yet cunning, strategically brilliant "Jade-Faced Gentleman" Pei Yuze. Bound by a shared quest for revenge, they form an alliance that gradually blossoms into a deep reliance and passionate romance.Tales of Palace Schemes
#4
Historical, Romance
Yu Yin, Liu Ning
Ji Yanlun, a wrongly accused imperial censor who is exiled and assassinated. His daughter, Ji Ruyā, disguises herself and enters the imperial palace to clear her father’s name, navigating a treacherous path to uncover the truth. With limited time, how will she track down the murderer? In the perilous depths of the harem, how will she confront the looming dangers and the affections...Destiny of the General's Bride
#5
Historical, Romance
He Shi, He Shankai
The young maiden Su Hua elopes with General Xiao Yun for love, but is betrayed by her sister and violated and buried alive by the second young master, Xiao Ye. After her “rebirth,” she returns as the courtesan Qing Yan, marries into the Xiao household through a deal with Xiao Yun, and begins her path of vengeance. Overcoming countless trials, she rescues other persecuted women,...Twelve Letters
#6
Fantasy, Suspense, Romance
Zhou Yiran, Wang Yinglu
The drama tells an emotional story set in motion by a single letter that triggers an intertwining of fates, gradually unveiling long-buried mysteries of the past. A mailbox and a letter become the medium for a cross-time connection, awakening a symphony of emotions at both ends of time. Through twelve letters exchanged across decades, the intertwined tales of love, friendship, and family...The Queen of Attack
#7
Historical, Romance
Yu Cong, Dai Gaozheng
The heir to the royal title, Xiao Xian, sends people to search for his beloved Lin Hong’er, whom he once encountered among the common folk. However, the lookalike Xu Ziyi assumes Lin Hong’er’s identity. To protect their secret, the Xu family murders Lin Hong’er’s entire family and leaves her disfigured. Saved by the mysterious chivalrous physician Shen Tuyu, Lin Hong’er...Qing Qing Hu Yin
#8
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Han Xiaoyao, Sun Yan'en
Thousands of years ago, the young cultivator Yao Ling’er failed her heavenly tribulation and fell into the freezing abyss. On the brink of death, she was saved when a giant fox used its own body to warm her, helping her survive and ultimately transcend the tribulation. In order to bring salvation, Yaoyang could only rely on Yao Ling’er’s love for him to forcibly reverse the power...The Dauntless Youths
#9
Historical, Youth, Romance
Li Zhuozhao, Zhang Kangle, Yu Jiwei
The King of Shangshan, gravely ill and obsessed with finding the legendary “Elixir of Immortality,” commands the vassal states to send their sons to court and form a Crown Prince Battalion tasked with seeking the medicine. At its core are four very different youths: Jiang Wenhuan, the unruly “troublemaker”; Kunwu, a downtrodden slave with a hidden past; Chong Yibiao, a warrior...Dangerous Love
#10
Historical, Romance
Gao Mingchen, Han Leyao
To avenge his father, Xu Beisheng acknowledges the enemy as his “father” and infiltrates the Governor’s side. When he learns of the arranged marriage between the Xu and Zhou families, he deliberately draws close to Zhou Menghuan to sabotage it—only to find himself falling for her in the process. Once the truth is exposed, Zhou Menghuan hardens her heart, turning dark and marrying...Shadow Love
#11
Historical, Romance
Song Yi, Cheng Lei, Bi Wenjun
General Li Shuang of Tai Jin is a valiant and battle-hardened warrior, ordered to uncover a hidden traitor within one month. One day, she rescues a gravely injured man who has lost all memory and brings him back to her camp. The man begs to stay by her side and follow her into battle. Li Shuang grants him the name Jin An, symbolizing everlasting peace for Tai Jin. Together, they expose...The Demon
#12
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Hu Dandan, Yang Ze
In the mountains dwells a great "Demon", where fate stirs at the sight of an old acquaintance. A lingering wisp of divine consciousness is awakened by the story of this life. Once an unrivaled “demonic king of ten thousand evils,” Fan Dayao suffers defeat at the hands of the noble young master Shen Wangchen. Forced to reform, she embarks on a hilarious and bittersweet “transformation...Restarted Love
#13
Suspense, Thriller, Romance
Luo Zheng, Zhao Yaoke
A model husband builds a cage of memories with his own hands, while his amnesiac wife struggles to break free from suffocating love. As lies shatter one by one, the exposed truth proves even more twisted than imagined.Fall in Love
#14
Romance, Urban
Ji Meihan, Wang Xuan
Orphaned since childhood, Qiao He was raised by her master. While her fellow apprentices showed little interest in jade carving, she dedicated herself to mastering the craft under her master's guidance, eventually becoming the highly respected "young proprietor" of Ruyi Studio. By chance, she crosses paths with Huo Tinglan, the chief appraiser of Golden Scale Pawnshop. Huo's reputation...Luminosity Behind the Palace
#15
Historical, Romance
Hu Lianxin, Fan Zhixin
The daughter of a noble family, Su Leyu, was raised under the guidance of the Empress and grew up sharing a deep bond with Prince Ji, Yin Changyan. However, Yin Changyan staged a coup to seize the throne and married her to consolidate his power. After being granted the title of Virtuous Consort, Su Leyu continued to uphold the late emperor’s vision, overcoming countless obstacles...Recruit a General to Lead the Troops
#16
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Yuan Ziming, Sun Yanqing
Modern-day delivery rider Li Chengyu unexpectedly travels back in time and becomes a general. To investigate a mysterious case, he goes undercover in Qingfeng Fortress and is forced to marry into the bandit stronghold. There, he and the leader Chen Xinrou move from mutual exploitation to growing affection, while facing fierce power struggles within the fortress.Princess Revenge
#17
Fantasy, Romance
Peng Yaqi, Merxat
Dongfang Xi, a wealthy heiress who hides her identity for love, working hard to support her unworthy boyfriend Ye Yunzhou, only to be betrayed and eventually awakened. Realizing she is actually the “vicious supporting character” in a novel, she makes a bet with a system to rewrite her fate. At the family’s return banquet, she exposes Ye Yunzhou’s true colors. When Ye Yunzhou...Everbloom Dynasty
#18
Historical, Romance
Sun Zihang, Huang Yuzi
Seventeen years ago, Yan Jiehuan was rejected by her stepmother and sent to the mountains to recuperate and study medicine. Seventeen years later, she happily returns home for her father’s birthday, only to be framed upon arrival—forced to witness her father’s tragic death and accused of being his murderer. With wit and resolve, she overcomes layers of interrogation, clears her...Moonlit Reunion
#19
Romance, Historical, Fantasy
Xu Kai, Tian Xiwei
An aloof gentleman and a pampered noblewoman lead double lives—by day, they are joyful lovers; by night, they fight to the death, all to protect peace and ensure tranquility for the land.A Forbidden Marriage
#20
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Zhou Jieqiong, Mao Zijun
The alluring and unruly Saintess Wangyue of the Sacred Fire Sect narrowly escapes death and is reborn as a destitute orphan. Determined to fulfill a wish she could not accomplish in her past life—winning the heart of the esteemed elder of a righteous sect, Yang Qing—she embarks on her new life with this goal in mind. By a twist of fate, Wangyue and Yang Qing come to know and understand...When Destiny Brings The Demon
#21
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Arthur Chen, Wang Yinglu
After being sealed in the mountain for 500 years, Sima Jiao, the ancestor of the Gengchen Immortal Mansion, meets with Liao Jianyan, who accidentally arrives in the Immortal Cultivation Realm, and is subdued by her "salty fish" instincts, from which Liao begins to guide Sima Jiao towards goodness and becomes the person who changes him. During the process, they develop a love for each...Fall in You
#22
Romance, Urban
Daisy Li, Fan Zhixin
A car accident disguised as an accident took Qiao Yan’s parents away. To uncover the truth, she takes the risk of following her grandfather—whom she has never met—back to the Gu family, with only one goal: to get close to the person most likely behind the tragedy, her younger uncle by adoption, Gu Jingyuan, with whom she shares no blood ties. From the moment Qiao Yan steps into...Her Feast
#23
Fantasy, Romance, Historical
He Hongshan, Xie Binbin
Zhang Wangge is framed and tortured, and after her death, she unexpectedly returns to three years earlier. Carrying the memories of her previous life, she approaches police captain Lu Ye to uncover the truth. At the same time, Lu Ye’s dreams keep guiding her with hidden clues. When the fog within the dreams is finally lifted, Lu Ye willingly embraces the truth, even if it means sinking...Fell Upon Me
#24
Fantasy, Romance
Huang Junjie, Yin Rui
In 2012, as the college entrance exam approaches, transfer student Jiang Ling unexpectedly steps into An Zhenzhen’s world when her phone accidentally connects to “Old Jiang” from 2024. Guided by Old Jiang, An Zhenzhen draws closer to the young Jiang Ling in an attempt to change the future, but her actions lead to a misunderstanding with her best friend Qiu Qian. This seemingly...Threads of Destiny
#25
Historical, Romance
Zhu Lilan, Qin Tianyu
Jiang Xueying, the eldest daughter of the Jiang family, who, after both she and her younger sister Jiang Yuer are reborn, swaps her marriage arrangement to become the heir’s wife. In the inner courtyard, she engages in clever battles with Jiang Yuer and other women of the household, wins over her seemingly frivolous husband, and joins forces with him to expose the villains’ schemes.Summit of Our Youth
#26
Romance, Youth, Fantasy
Sun Zhenni, Chen Jingke
Gu Xuejiao, burdened by the regrets of her past life, is unexpectedly reborn in her final year of high school. Determined to make up for her past mistakes, she transforms her love-obsessed mindset into a career-driven one and teams up with the brilliant top student Lin Zhihua to completely change her life. Together, they develop a sweet, mutual love story where they become each other's...Flower Sea
#27
Youth, Romance, Fantasy
Chen Shujun, Wang Yueting, Cao Enqi
An unexpected identity swap happened between campus goddess Zhu Niannian and the quirky, tough girl Chen Jing'an. One morning, Chen Jing'an wakes up to find herself transformed into the "princess" she's always dreamed of becoming. Free from the control of her brother, Chen Changning, she fully enjoys the attention and admiration of her classmates. Meanwhile, Zhu Niannian discovers she...Legend of the Female General
#28
Historical, Romance, Wuxia
Zhou Ye, Cheng Lei
To preserve her family's noble title, He Yan, the eldest daughter of the He family, is forced to wear a mask and disguise herself as the family's legitimate heir, "He Ru Fei." In her youth, she meets the prodigious Xiao Jue at Xianchang Academy, but to escape her family's fate, she leaves the academy and heads to the battlefield. Years later, He Yan returns in glory, only to be betrayed...Southern Emperor and Northern Beggar
#29
Historical, Wuxia, Romance
Peter Ho, Hani Kyzy, Ming Dow
Duan Zhixing, crown prince of Dali, who flees an arranged marriage and bonds instantly with Beggar Sect disciple Hong Qi. A case of mistaken identity leads Yi Huo, a tribal girl, to believe Hong Qi is her betrothed, turning a mishap into fate. Through chance, Hong Qi masters powerful martial arts and rises to lead the Beggar Sect. But an old feud between their fathers drives the brothers...Sinful Marriage
#30
Historical, Romance
Fang Jin, Terry Guo
Shu Minister's daughter Shen Yuanzhi takes the blame for her lover and is forced to marry into the Marquis's household, where she suffers relentless revenge from Fan Xingxu. After the two expose Gu Hengyuan's conspiracy, they become entangled in a treasonous plot. Deciding to turn the tables, they join forces—gradually resolving misunderstandings and growing closer. Together, they...Be Not Meant to Be
#31
Historical, Romance
Li Mozhi, Dai Gaozheng
Ye Nanzhao, a woman in the Republican era who, after being betrayed by her ex-husband and losing her beloved daughter, is abducted while seeking justice. Forced to assume the identity of a deceased woman, she becomes the second concubine of the wealthy Lu family. By a twist of fate, her treacherous ex-husband ends up as the family’s new son-in-law. To make matters worse, the woman...Spring Rewritten
#32
Historical, Romance, Suspense
Bian Tianyang, Ji Shuyi
The daughter of a wealthy merchant, Zhao Chunman, infiltrates the Yuchun Opera House to avenge her father's death but is tragically killed by Zhou Chi, the second-in-command of the Yi Gang. When time resets, Chunman realizes that events seem different. To uncover the truth behind her father’s death and change her own fate, she repeatedly faces life-altering choices, strategizing step...Stealing Heart
#33
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
#34
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
#35
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
#36
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
#37
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
#38
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
#39
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
#40
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...Coroner's Diary
#41
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...Spring's Gentle Return
#42
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...Wild Fire
#43
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
#44
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
#45
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
#46
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
#47
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
#48
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
#49
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
#50
Romance, Historical, Comedy
Li Yitong, Liu Yuning
Eighteenth-tier “nobody” actress Song Xiaoyu unexpectedly finds herself transported into the very historical drama script she is auditioning for, transformed into the ill-fated heroine Song Yimeng. Before she can make sense of the situation, she literally runs into the script’s male lead, Nan Heng. Forced to live as a “character in the book,” Song Xiaoyu launches into a frantic,...
