5 Most Popular Chinese Dramas in Korea in October 2025, Number 1 Has No Rival

Kapanlagi.com - The wave of popularity of Chinese dramas is now increasingly felt in South Korea. If in the past Korean dramas dominated the Asian market, now it's the turn of Chinese series to steal the spotlight thanks to interesting storylines, visually pleasing aesthetics, and improving production quality. Korean streaming platforms like TVING and Wavve have even started airing several Chinese dramas that immediately enter the trending list.

October 2025 is a clear testament to how Korean viewers are starting to embrace content from the Land of the Bamboo Curtain. The following five Chinese dramas have achieved extraordinary popularity there, ranging from romantic stories that tug at the heartstrings to mysterious tales full of puzzles. Let's take a look at the complete list below!

1. Love's Ambition

Here is the champion! Love's Ambition is not only popular in China but also dominates the viewer rankings in Korea. This drama tells the story of two young people pursuing their dreams in the world of business and love, filled with intrigue, ambition, and sacrifice.

The chemistry between the two main actors is said to be one of the best in Chinese dramas this year. In various Korean forums, Love's Ambition has even been dubbed 'the drama with no rivals' thanks to its ratings and positive reviews.

2. Yummy Yummy Yummy

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This romantic comedy drama is a refreshing light watch. It tells a story about the culinary world and love among young chefs, Yummy Yummy Yummy successfully makes Korean viewers fall in love with its funny characters and warm story.

Many describe this drama as the 'comfort drama' perfect for watching after a long, tiring day.

3. The Tower of Whispers

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This mystery and thriller genre drama has become one of the biggest surprises of 2025. The Tower of Whispers depicts the lives of a group of apartment residents who harbor dark secrets. Each episode presents a new puzzle that keeps the audience intrigued. It's no wonder that this drama trended on Korean streaming platforms for two consecutive weeks.

4. Spring Fever

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Spring Fever offers a modern romance story with a deep psychological touch. This drama tells the tale of two people who are reunited after ten years, carrying old wounds and unresolved feelings.

Many Korean viewers consider this drama to be the best 'healing drama' of the year due to its soft visuals and emotional dialogues.

5. Legend of The Female General

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This historical-themed drama successfully captures attention thanks to its cinematic visuals and strong female characters leading troops on the battlefield. Legend of The Female General tells the story of a female general who defies patriarchal traditions and fights for justice. Korean viewers praise its inspiring story and the chemistry between the lead actors that feels so alive.

(kpl/chn)