Top 10 Most Popular Chinese Historical Dramas of 2023

The Legend of Vân Tương is a historical drama, martial arts, and detective series based on the famous novel 'Thiên Môn Công Tử' by Phương Bạch Vũ. The drama marks the reunion of the historical drama stars Trần Hiểu and Mao Hiểu Đồng. Both actors are well-regarded for their performances, particularly in portraying the inner emotional depth of their characters amidst a complex plot.

The story follows Vân Tương (Trần Hiểu), a disciple of Vân Đài, who after years of rigorous training, sets off to explore the world and encounters mysterious cases and strange happenings. During a battle, he meets Thư Á Nam (Mao Hiểu Đồng), a sharp-witted and clever woman. The two work together to solve mysteries, and their relationship gradually blossoms into love.

DETAILS:

Cast: Huệ Anh Hồng, Trần Hiểu, Mao Hiểu Đồng, Tần Lam, Lưu Quan Lân

Director: Du Đạt Chí

Genre: Historical Drama

Episodes: 36

Watch here: https://vieon.vn/van-tuong-truyen.html

With its deep storyline and a web of emotional twists that captivate the audience, Ninh An: A Dream Like No Other drew attention the moment it was announced. Starring Bạch Lộc as Khương Tuyết Ninh and Trương Lăng Hách as Emperor's Teacher Tạ Nguy, this drama tells the complex love story between Khương Tuyết Ninh and Tạ Nguy, filled with unexpected plot turns and fierce power struggles in the royal court.

The plot follows Khương Tuyết Ninh, a woman who will stop at nothing to become Empress. Eventually, she fails to achieve her ambition and is forced to take her own life. In her next life, she vows to redeem herself and change her ways. However, she unexpectedly enters the palace and becomes a disciple of Tạ Nguy. While learning from him, Khương Tuyết Ninh secretly plans to thwart the coronation ceremony of Yến Lâm. Thanks to their combined efforts, the Yến family is spared. After the coronation, Khương Tuyết Ninh is drawn into a political scheme to eliminate rebels opposing the King, and with Trương Già, infiltrates the enemy's palace.

DETAILS:
Cast: Bạch Lộc, Trương Lăng Hách, Vương Tinh Việt, Zhou Jun Wei, Lưu Tá Ninh, Diệp Hi Nguyệt, Thang Mộng Giai, ...

Director: Zhu Rui Bin

Genre: Historical Drama
Episodes: 38

Watch here: www.iq.com/album/ninh-an-nhu-mong-2023-yg33cwbzwl?

The Ming Dynasty Under the Microscope is a 2023 Chinese historical drama that gained attention with its strong cast and intriguing plot centered around mysterious events and thrilling investigations.

The story follows Soái Gia Mô (Trương Nhược Quân), a young man with a passion for research and mathematics. While studying a long-standing historical record in the town of Kim Hoa, he uncovers a critical error and sets out to correct it. Little did he know, his actions spark a chain of events, pulling him into a fierce battle for power among the local factions.

DETAILS:

Cast: Trương Nhược Quân, Vương Dương, Thích Vy, Ngô Cương, Gao Ya Lin, ...

Director: Anzi Pan

Genre: Historical Drama

Episodes: 14

Watch here: www.iq.com/album/dai-minh-duoi-kinh-hien-vi-2023-1lsdfac410l?

Eternal Love of the Heart is a Tencent S+ level historical fantasy romance drama featuring top stars like Yang Zi, Zhang Wenyi, Deng Wei, and Dan Jianxu. The story revolves around Cao Tanjiu, also known as Little Demon, who was entrusted to the Queen of Jade Mountain at birth. After the Queen tragically dies in battle, Little Demon, feeling abandoned, leaves the mountain to roam the world, healing and helping others.

Throughout her turbulent life, she becomes entangled with three key men: Duo Shanjing (Deng Wei), who she loves; Xiang Liu (Dan Jianxu), who secretly loves her; and Cheng Xiu (Zhang Wenyi), her cousin, who desperately tries to win her heart but fails.

DETAILS:

Cast: Yang Zi, Yang Yang, Zhang Wenyi, Dan Jianxu, Deng Wei, Dai Luo Wa, Wang Hongyi

Directors: Qin Zhan, Yang Huan

Genre: Romance, Historical

Episodes: 39

Watch here: https://vieon.vn/truong-tuong-tu.html

An Le Story is one of the most anticipated historical dramas featuring Dilraba Dilmurat (as Di Tan Yuan) and Gong Jun (as Prince Han Diep), alongside other influential veteran actors.

The plot follows the journey of Di Tan Yuan, the daughter of the powerful Di family, who is wrongfully accused and exiled. In order to clear her family's name, she assumes the alias Ren An Le. During her quest for justice, she reunites with her childhood friend, Prince Han Diep. Together, they uncover a deep conspiracy, and he promises to give her a life of peace and happiness.

DETAILS:

Cast: Dilraba Dilmurat, Bui Zi Tian, Gong Jun, Liu Wu Ning, Ha Nam, Long Shui Ding, Tan Xiao Xian, Shang Tan Yue

Director: Ma Hua Can

Genre: Romance, Historical

Episodes: 39

Watch here: https://vieon.vn/an-lac-truyen.html

The highly anticipated series The Jade Bone Sword marks the return of Xiao Zhan to the fantasy historical genre. As one of the top stars, with his striking looks that perfectly match the ancient style, Xiao Zhan brings the character of Crown Prince Shi Ying of the Khong Tang Kingdom to life with remarkable depth.

The series portrays the crown prince's noble yet ethereal presence, captivating viewers with his intense battle scenes and heartbreaking emotional moments. It follows the bittersweet and tragic love story between Chu Yan and Shi Ying, who, after enduring countless hardships, join forces to protect the Khong Tang kingdom.

DETAILS:

Cast: Xiao Zhan, Ren Min

Director: Tang Jia Jun

Genre: Fantasy, Historical

Episodes: 43

Watch here: https://www.netflix.com/vn/title/81633653

Love Like the Moon is a Chinese historical drama adapted from the novel of the same name by Yi De Jun Hua. The series is produced by Perfect World and Happy Lam Hai, directed by Chu Rui Ben, and written by Ma Jia, starring Li Lan Di, Chen Ting Xu, Ha Tuan Lin, and Chen Mu Chi.

This delightful and humorous historical drama follows the adventurous love story of twin princesses from the Human race. Both are promised in marriage to members of the Heavenly and Demon races, but a mix-up occurs on their wedding day, leading to a series of comedic and unexpected events.

DETAILS:

Cast: Chen Ting Xu, Li Lan Di, Chen Mu Chi

Director: Zhou Rui Ben

Genre: Fantasy, Historical

Episodes: 40

Watch here: https://vieon.vn/tinh-lac-ngung-thanh-duong.html

The Elegant Charm of Chuo Chuo, created through the collaboration of director Wen De Guang and screenwriter Wang Hong, offers a gentle, interesting, and relatable view of life. It is not just a historical drama but also an artwork blending modern values with the portrayal of ancient characters.

The 40-episode drama, adapted from the novel "The Flowing Elegance" by author Sui Wu Ni An, tells the story of Mo Chuo Hua (Jing Dian), who rises from being a sheltered young lady to becoming a prominent female official in the court. From a young age, Mo Chuo Hua learned that marriage often leads women into darkness. In a world filled with constraints and prejudices, education and exams offer the only escape. However, her encounter with Liu Yan (Fung Xiu Feng) pulls her into a love story, forcing her to choose between love and ideals.

DETAILS:

Cast: Jing Dian, Fung Xiu Feng, Wang Le Kun, Chu Yi Ren

Director: Wen De Guang

Genre: Historical Drama

Episodes: 40

Watch here: fptplay.vn/xem-video/chuoc-chuoc-phong-luu-64e0ab535a052e3e89592e61

The Grand Style is one of the top hits of June 2023, causing a stir across social media platforms. Within just five days of its release, The Grand Style, starring Bai Jing Ting and Song Yi, was voted one of the best dramas of 2023 by Weibo.

Based on the novel of the same name, the story follows the female lead, Liu Guo Ru (Song Yi), the refined daughter of a silk merchant from Yangzhou. She has always adhered to societal expectations in order to marry into a prominent family. However, her plans are disrupted by a playful remark from Guo Jiu Si (Bai Jing Ting), leading to an unexpected marriage. This humorous and tumultuous relationship, which gains the approval of Guo Jiu Si's parents, gradually transforms into genuine affection. In the end, Guo Jiu Si sacrifices his carefree lifestyle to pursue academic success for the sake of love and family.

DETAILS:

Cast: Bai Jing Ting, Song Yi, Liu Xue Yi

Director: Yuan Dao

Genre: Historical, Romance

Episodes: 40

Watch here: www.iq.com/album/truong-phong-do-2023-2f3498mxvpd?

The Eternal Moonlight is one of the most popular historical fantasy romance dramas of the first half of 2023. It tells the story of the passionate yet tragic love between Lei Suo Suo (Bai Lu), the daughter of the leader of the Heng Yang Sect, and the dormant demon lord, Dan Tai Tan (La Van Hi).

The plot begins when Lei Suo Suo reincarnates 500 years into the past, as the daughter of the Ye family, with the goal of preventing Dan Tai Tan from succumbing to dark forces and eradicating him before he can be fully consumed by the demonic energy. However, things do not go as planned. A series of unexpected twists and sorrowful events unfold, and despite the growing danger, a deep and complicated love blossoms between the two protagonists.

DETAILS:

Cast: La Van Hi, Bai Lu

Director: Gu Jia Liang

Genre: Historical Fantasy

Episodes: 40

Watch here: https://vieon.vn/truong-nguyet-tan-minh.html