Modern Romance Chinese Dramas Early This Year, Ready for a Marathon Which One?

The drama LOVE BETWEEN LINES tells the story of Xiao Zhiyu and Hu Xiu, who first meet in a murder mystery game set in the Republic of China. Fate then brings them together in the real world, blurring the lines between fiction and reality in their romantic tale. This drama aired from January 9, 2026, to January 20, 2026, starring Chen Xing Xu and Lu Yu Xiao.

LOVING STRANGERS is a touching story about Jiang Jia Qi and Zhou Yu An, two people who meet at the lowest point of their lives and slowly help each other rise. They support each other amidst career pressures and personal issues, finding comfort and healing in one another. This drama aired from January 10, 2026, to January 25, 2026, starring Mark Chao and Zhang Zi Feng.

DISGUISED FAMILY tells the story of top agent Nan Cai Yun and agent Yan Ying Jun, who disguise themselves as a married couple with a fake daughter to infiltrate the elite world. Amidst danger and deception, their pretend family slowly turns into something real. This drama airs starting January 23, 2026, starring Leo Yang and Carmen Tong.

The drama STARLIGHT REDEMPTION is reported to air on January 2, 2026, featuring Chen Si and Liu Xi Yu. This story, consisting of 61 episodes, has successfully achieved a rating of 7.5.

LOVE HAS FIREWORKS tells the story of Qian Fei, an investment bank employee who must replan his life and career after breaking up with his fiancée. He then shares a residence with Li Yifei, a wealthy heir who wants to be independent, and fate brings them together in a dynamic story. This modern romantic comedy is scheduled to air in January 2026, with Tan Jian Ci and Wang Chu Ran as the main cast.

The romantic drama LOVE FOR YOU is set in the 1990s, telling the story of Chen Yi and Miao Jing, who get to know each other through their parents. After various life trials, they rely on each other and eventually meet again years later. This drama stars Song Weilong and Zhang Jingyi, with filming completed in September 2025 and expected to air in early 2026.

SHINE ON ME follows the journey of Nie Xiguang, a cheerful college student who starts her career and meets Lin Yusen, an elite in the photovoltaic industry. Their story is about healing, personal growth, and finding true love amidst professional challenges. This workplace drama premiered on December 22, 2025, and ended on January 6, 2026, starring Zhao Jinmai and Song Weilong.

ROMANCE NEXT DOOR tells the story of Chang Lele, an employee who is reassigned to her hometown and is reunited with her ex-boyfriend and childhood friend, Chen An. Fate makes their meeting awkward as Chen An is now Chang Lele's superior, starting a romance filled with awkwardness and funny moments. This drama is rumored to premiere in early February 2026, starring Zhang Miaoyi and Chen Xinhai. Want to know the latest news about the entertainment world? Check it out directly on Kapanlagi.com. If not now, when?