Kapanlagi.com - William Chan is known as one of the Chinese actors with charismatic charm and flexible acting skills. From light romance dramas, warm family stories, to thrilling mysteries, he successfully showcases a different side in each project he stars in. It's no surprise that his name always makes it to the list of favorite actors among modern drama fans.
If you're looking for modern Chinese dramas with emotional yet entertaining stories, the following dramas starring William Chan are a must-add to your watchlist. The stories are diverse, the chemistry among the cast is strong, and each has an appeal that makes it hard to stop watching.
1. The Love of Happiness (2016)

Learning the Meaning of Family After Marriage (Credit: Mydramalist.com/The Love of Happiness)
This drama follows Lu Xiao Nan, an independent woman who views marriage as a significant responsibility because it involves two families, not just two individuals. She then meets Kevin, a warm and caring professor who seems perfect. After marrying, Kevin reveals his desire to search for his long-lost biological family, and this journey leads the couple to face the challenging yet warm dynamics of a large family. Amid the process of adapting to a new family, Xiao Nan learns to understand the meaning of togetherness, while Kevin gradually uncovers the truth about his lost past. This drama presents a realistic household story with a warm emotional touch.
Rating: 7.6 (MyDramaList)
Cast: William Chan, Tang Yi Xin, Ran Xu, Li Tai, Wei Da Xun, Rong Rong
Genre: Romance, Life, Drama, Family
Streaming Platform: iQIYI
Number of Episodes: 70
2. Edge to Happiness (2016)

The Love Story of a Heir Seeking Freedom (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Edge to Happiness)
He Mu is the youngest son of a wealthy family who chooses to run away from home to avoid an arranged marriage. With his free spirit and adaptability, he starts a new life from scratch at another company and meets a hardworking woman who gradually changes his perspective on life and love. This drama highlights the journey of self-discovery outside of one's comfort zone, while also illustrating how simple relationships can bring about significant changes in a person's life.
Rating: 7.2 (MyDramaList)
Cast: William Chan, Deng Jia Jia, Ma Tian Yu, Lu Jia Rong
Genre: Romance, Drama
Streaming Platform: WeTV
Number of Episodes: 44
3. Only Side by Side with You (2018)

A Romance in the Business World Full of Chemistry (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Only Side by Side with You )
Nan Qiao is a career woman who must face the bitter reality after catching her fiancé cheating, which also threatens her business. While searching for new investors, she meets Shi Yue, the owner of a mysterious bar who deliberately approaches her because their past turns out to be connected. Their professional relationship slowly transforms into an unexpected love story. This drama blends romance, the startup world, and emotional conflicts with a dynamic plot. The strong character interactions are the main attraction throughout the story.
Rating: 7.6 (MyDramaList)
Cast: William Chan, Bai Bai He, Qin Hai Lu, Li Xian
Genre: Action, Business, Comedy, Romance
Streaming Platform: Viki
Number of Episodes: 40
4. A Date with the Future (2023)

Fate Reunion between Reporter and Firefighter (Credit: Mydramalist/A Date with the Future)
Ten years after being rescued from an earthquake by firefighter Jin Shi Chuan, Xu Lai finally reunites with him as a reporter. However, Jin does not recognize him and instead considers him a troublemaker after a report sparks controversy. Undeterred, Xu Lai becomes a rescue dog trainer to get closer to him. Behind its romantic storyline, this drama also showcases the struggles of the rescue profession and the process of healing past emotional wounds that slowly pave the way for love.
Rating: 8.2 (MyDramaList)
Cast: William Chan, Zhang Ruonan, Ren Hao, Ci Sha, Luo Qiu Yun
Genre: Romance, Drama
Streaming Platform: WeTV
Number of Episodes: 36
5. See Her Again (2024)

The Murder Mystery in a Time-Traveling Hunt (Credit: Mydramalist.com/See Her Again)
This drama presents a thrilling investigative story that begins with a building fire in 1990. Hong Kong detective Yang Guang Yao undergoes a 25-year investigation to uncover a series of brutal murders linked to the tragedy. This long journey takes him across time, facing moral conflicts, and risking his family and his belief in justice. With elements of thriller and fantasy, this drama offers a dark, puzzling story that is different from William Chan's previous romance dramas.
Rating: 7.7 (MyDramaList)
Cast: William Chan, Cya Liu, Stephen Fung, Niki Chow, Kevin Chu
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Drama, Fantasy
Streaming Platform: WeTV
Number of Episodes: 18
6. Love's Ambition (2025)

Ambitious Marriage that Turns into True Love (Credit: Mydramalist.com/Love's Ambition)
Xu Yan, a glamorous anchor, and Shen Hao Ming, an elite city man, seem like the perfect couple from the outside. However, their differing backgrounds make their relationship full of tension. After a major conflict separates them, Xu Yan chooses to find her own path, while Hao Ming realizes that his feelings run much deeper than he thought. This drama depicts the journey of an adult couple learning to let go of their egos, understand themselves, and rediscover the true meaning of love.
Rating: 8.4 (MyDramaList)
Cast: William Chan, Zhao Lusi, Wan Peng, Tang Xiao Tian, Guan Zi Jing, Zhong Ya Ting
Genre: Romance, Life, Drama, Family
Streaming Platform: WeTV
Number of Episodes: 32
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