10 New Romantic Chinese Dramas to Watch

Produced by Youko and Tangstar Media, this Chinese drama set in early 2024 tells the story of a writer who unexpectedly finds herself as the protagonist of her own novel. She feels confident that she can control the story, but it turns out that there are some parts that go beyond her own plans.

The story unfolds when Hua Qing Ge (Ireine Song) tries to eliminate an important character from her novel set in a revenge-driven royal family. This sparks outrage among her readers, who demand she alters the storyline. Despite the pressure, Qing Ge stands firm in her decision.

As she takes a break from her computer,  the computer itself creates a scenario with Qing Ge as the central character in the novel. When Qing Ge wakes up, she panics because she doesn't know where she is. However, she is saved by the Crown Prince named Ji Chu (Ding Ze Ren) and she realizes that this is a character from her own novel.

Bound together, Qing Ge realizes that Ji Chu is actually a good character. Now Qing Ge has to get involved in a problem that she has created on her own as a novelist. Could Qing Ge be able to really control her story so she could get out of it and return to the real world?

Chinese dramas, with their numerous episodes, are gaining increasing popularity. "Our Interpreter" is a prime example of this trend.

The drama stars Victoria Song as Lin Xi, the most skilled interpreter at her company. Her journey to this prestigious position was not easy. Eight years earlier, she had to make a tough choice: leave her lover, Xiao Yi Cheng (Chen Xing Xu), to chase her dream and fulfill her mother's wish of becoming a professional interpreter at the United Nations (UN).

A twist occurs when Lin Xi's company seeks a partnership with a communications company, unexpectedly led by Yi Cheng! Initially, their interactions are awkward, but Lin Xi finds herself persistently pursuing a contract with Yi Cheng. However, she faces the challenge of reconciling their past, especially her decision to leave Yi Cheng eight years ago. This dilemma adds a layer of complexity to the storyline, highlighting the sacrifices made for personal ambitions and the consequences they bring.

If you're a fan of dramas filled with betrayal and mystery, Bacaterus has a top recommendation for you: "All of Her". Spanning 26 episodes, this drama tells the story of a woman driven by ambition, seeking to take over her late husband's company.

Five years back, Yan Zhen (Meng Xi) got close to a man named Chu Ze Jia (Li Zhuo Yang), with an aim to infiltrate his business, the Anshi group. Her plan worked brilliantly! Yan Zhen didn't just gain entry into the company but also succeeded in marrying Ze Jia.

Tragically, their marriage came to an abrupt end when Ze Jia vanished under mysterious circumstances, presumed dead in an accident. After four years of searching with no results, Yan Zhen decides to declare her husband deceased and assume full control of the company.

But things go unexpected when a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to Ze Jia resurfaces. Is he Ze Jia's twin, or could it actually be Ze Jia himself?

The 36-episode drama "My Boss" is an adaptation of the web novel "What Comes Around Goes Around" by Ye Fei Ran, which tells the journey of a young woman who wants to be a top-skilled lawyer.

Cheng Yao (Zhang Ruo Nan) is a diligent student who dreams of achieving excellence in the legal profession. Her dreams take a promising turn when she receives an offer to join a prestigious law firm.

Eagerly welcoming a new chapter in her life, she moves in and meets her roommate, Qian Heng (Cheng Xing Xu). Surprisingly, Cheng Yao discovers the next morning that Qian Heng is her boss in the office.

Expecting an easier approach, Cheng Yao is instead driven mad by Qian Heng's unapproachable behavior. Nonetheless, she does not give up and continues to strive to prove her competence. Will Cheng Yao be able to achieve her goal of becoming a successful lawyer in the end?

In this captivating Chinese TV series airing in 2023, adapted from a novel by the renowned author Priest, each episode unveils an enthralling tale set in a parallel universe, making it a must-watch.

The story centers around Jiang Xiao Wan (Liu Hao Cun), the daughter of the most powerful and wealthy family in the country. One day, Xiao Yuan encounters a baffling phenomenon where she is transported to a parallel universe. In this alternate reality, she finds herself living as a poor working girl, a stark contrast to her life of luxury.

In this new world, Xiao Yuan crosses paths with a mysterious man named Qi Lian (Lin Yi). Qi Lian reveals that he, too, has experienced a similar shift in realities. Together, they embark on a quest to unravel the secrets surrounding them. Will Xiao Yuan and Qi Lian find their way back to their original world?

This 10-episode Chinese drama, directed by Lian Yu Zhe, tells the story of a boy's love story between the main characters. The heartwarming storyline has made this series one of the best-selling BL romance dramas in Taiwan.

The narrative opens with the introduction of Gu Jing (Stan Huang), the owner of a typical retro noodle shop. Gu Jing takes great pleasure in serving bowls of delicious noodles to his customers. Among his regular customers is Liu Li (Xuan Chen), a BL novelist who regularly visits the shop for research purposes.

As Liu Li becomes a regular, he and Gu Jing grow closer, enjoying conversations and finding comfort in each other's company.

Will they be able to share their true feelings and become a couple?

"Story of Kunning Palace" revolves around Jiang Xue Ning (Bai Lu), a queen who yearns for power and control. Her life takes a tragic turn when King Shen Jie (Zhou Da Wei) dies mysteriously from poisoning, and Xue Ning is compelled to take her own life.

But then, something miraculous happens. Xue Ning finds herself waking up as her 18-year-old self, back in time before she ever entered the palace. Faced with a choice, she decides to re-enter palace life, this time as a disciple of the palace's wise mentor, Xie Wei.

As the story unfolds, Xue Ning and Xie Wei grow close. Their friendship deepens, and eventually, they fall in love. Together, they stumble upon a massive conspiracy from 20 years ago and work together to unravel the truth.

The drama tells the love story of Lou Yuan, a CEO who has just taken over his mother's company, and Dong En, a girl who works in the customer service department of an advertising company.

Their story begins within their professional association. Lou Yuan's company is a client of Dong En's workplace. However, due to undisclosed reasons, Lou Yuan attempted to end the cooperation with Dong En's office.

Dong En vigorously defends the relationship with Lou Yuan's company, as this could lead her company into bankruptcy. From this point on, the bond between Dong En and Lou Yuan blossomed into a romantic relationship. What does the future hold for their love story and the fate of their own companies?

"Hello, I'm at Your Service" is an adaptation of the famous novel "Jin Pai Ke Fu Dong Dong En" by Bu Yi Ma Qi. The drama features Wei Zhe Ming, who has previously captivated audiences in the series "Unforgettable Love".

In this drama, Luo Zheng returns as a charismatic CEO, starring alongside Ji Mei Han. They play housemates, creating an endearing on-screen relationship.

The story is about Xia Mo, a blogger, and her unique romance with Shen Junyao, the CEO of a top tech company in China. Xia Mo is determined to get back her family home in Haishi, which Shen Junyao is currently renting. Since Xia Mo still has the right to live there, they end up sharing the house.

At first, Xia Mo and Shen Junyao are always arguing and bickering. One day, Xia Mo unknowingly applies for a job at Shen Junyao's company. This leads Shen Junyao to develop a crush on her.

A surprising twist comes when it's revealed that Xia Mo has feelings for someone else, Lin Heng. To complicate matters, Junyao is aware that Lin Heng has ulterior motives toward Xia Mo. The drama unfolds with this love triangle, adding intrigue and emotion to the story.

Yang Yang and Wang Chu Ran star as Song Yan and Xu Qin in this drama about childhood best friends who drift apart and then reunite years later.

Song Yan and Xu Qin were inseparable as kids, but a big misunderstanding led to their families not wanting them to be friends. They lose touch for ten years. Xu Qin becomes a doctor leading the emergency department, and Song Yan is a firefighter. Their paths cross again because their jobs bring them together.

At first, it's awkward when Song Yan and Xu Qin meet again. But as time goes by, they start rebuilding their friendship, supporting each other at work and helping others along the way. What happens next in their story? Will they face the same problems as before? Tune in to find out!

"Fireworks of My Heart" is based on the web novel "Waiting for You in a City" by Jiu Yue Xi. The lead characters, Song Yan and Xu Qin, are called the "visual couple" by fans because of their striking looks.