10 Recommendations for Chinese Dramas Adapted from Novels, Hard to Stop Watching

LOVE LIKE THE GALAXY (2021): Adapted from the novel titled Xing Han Can Lan, Xing Shen Zhi Zai by Guan Xin Ze Luan. This drama aired in 2021 and tells a story set in a historical background with complex family conflicts. The story follows Ling Bu Yi, a talented general investigating a past massacre. He meets Cheng Shao Shang, a young girl who grew up without parental love due to the war.

LOVE BETWEEN FAIRY AND DEVIL (2022): Aired in 2022, this drama is adapted from the novel Cang Lan Jue by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang. The story begins with the legend of Dongfang Qing Cang, who became an emotionless figure for the sake of great power. After being sealed for 30,000 years, his encounter with a flower fairy named Orchid triggers a series of new events. Their relationship becomes both a threat and a hope for the fate of the world.

WHEN I FLY TOWARDS YOU (2023): This 2023 drama is adapted from the novel She's a Little Crazy by Zhu Yi. The story is set in the autumn of 2012 when Su Zai Zai transfers to Yucai High School. She falls in love with the quiet and accomplished Zhang Lu Rang, who is full of self-doubt. The presence of Su Zai Zai and her friends gradually changes Zhang Lu Rang's life.

FATEFUL LOVE (2024): This is an adaptation of the novel Du Chong Yong Bin Wang Fei by Mao Xiao Mao. The drama airs in 2024 with political conflict and royal romance. Han Zi Jing, an illegitimate child, is chosen by Jun Bei Ye, the God of War. Together, they face power intrigues and uncover secrets of identity.

LOVE OF NIRVANA (2024): This drama is adapted from the novel Liu Shui Tiao Tiao by Xiao Lou and will air in 2024. The story centers on Xiao Wu Xia, who lives in disguise to uncover the truth about her family. The plan changes when she meets Jiang Ci and Pei Yan. The three then unite against powerful forces for justice.

ARE YOU THE ONE (2024): Released in 2024, this drama is adapted from the novel Jiao Cang by Kuang Shang Jia Kuang. The story follows Liu Mian Tang who loses her memory after suffering a serious injury. She is rescued by Cui Xing Zhou and believes that the man is her husband. Identity conflict and past secrets become the core of the developing story.

EVERLASTING LONGING (2025): Adapted from the novel Qiang Lai De Xin Niang by Xi Juan, this drama is scheduled to air in 2025. Jun Qi Luo disguises herself as a man to maintain her family business. Her encounter with General Xuan Lie triggers conflict, misunderstandings, and a slowly growing attraction. The hidden identity becomes a threat to their relationship.

THE IMMORTAL ASCENSION (2025): This drama is adapted from the novel A Record of a Mortal's Journey to Immortality by Wang Yu. Set to air in 2025, the story follows Han Li from a humble village. He joins a cultivation sect and hones his spiritual powers. His journey brings him face to face with Nangong Wan and a dangerous enemy named Wang Chan.

SHADOW LOVE (2025): Adapted from the novel Yu Jin Chang An by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang and scheduled to air in 2025. The story follows Li Shuang, a female general who helps an amnesiac man named Jin An. When Jin An's true identity as the enemy prince is revealed, the two must confront each other on the battlefield. The conflict of love and national responsibility becomes the center of the story.

FATED HEARTS (2025): This 2025 drama is adapted from the novel Yi Xiao by Chi Yi Qian Yu. The story begins with the battle at Pingling that changes the fate of Fu Yi Xiao and Feng Sui Ge. After losing his memory, Yi Xiao ends up relying on his old enemy. Their relationship develops amidst conspiracies and dangers in the city of Yujing. Come on, read articles about other recommended Chinese dramas on Kapanlagi.com. If not now, when, KapanLagi?