Recommendations for Chinese Dramas in February 2026 to Accompany Your Free Time

Kapanlagi.com - February is a bustling month for fans of Chinese dramas. From stories of young people chasing their dreams in the 90s, warm romances set in the 70s, to mysterious wuxia tales, all come with different flavors.

Interestingly, many titles this time are adapted from popular novels or manhua. So not only do they offer fresh stories, but they also already have their own fanbase. If you're looking for new shows to watch, this list is definitely worth adding to your watchlist.

1. Live Up Your Youth (2026)

Live Up Your Youth Drama Poster (Credit: MyDramaList)

Set in Beijing in the 1990s, this drama follows a group of young people living in a small inn while pursuing their dreams in the arts. They face rejection, life's pressures, and harsh realities, but maintain their creative spirit as they enter the new millennium. Premiering on February 18, 2026, on CCTV 8 and iQIYI with a total of 38 episodes.

Main cast: Bai Yu, Zhang Ruo Nan, Jelly Lin, Wang Yan Lin

2. Generation to Generation (2026)

Drama Poster Generation to Generation (Credit: MyDramaList)

Cai Zhao, destined to be a "sorcerer," joins the Qingque Sect and meets Chang Ning, a survivor of family tragedy. Amidst the conflict between the forces of truth and evil, great secrets begin to unravel. This wuxia drama, adapted from a novel, will air starting February 22, 2026, on Tencent Video with 37 episodes.

Main cast: Zhou Yi Ran and Bao Shang En

3. Love Story in the 1970s (2026)

Drama Poster Love Story in the 1970s (Credit: MyDramaList)

Fei Ni, a factory worker who wants to go to college for a better future, gets involved in a fake marriage with her old friend, Fang Mu Yang. From a relationship that was initially calculated, warmth and simple romance grow amidst the pressures of life in the 70s. This drama will air starting February 21, 2026, on CCTV and Tencent Video with 29 episodes.

Main cast: Arthur Chen and Sun Qian

4. About Love (2026)

Poster Drama About Love (Credit: MyDramaList)

Li Xiao Xi, who is always cautious about love, unexpectedly meets Xiao Bei, and their relationship gradually develops. This story also highlights the dynamics of complicated relationships, including infidelity and love triangles. This manhua adaptation comes in 26 episodes on Tencent Video starting February 26, 2026.

Main cast: Wang Zi Wen, Liu Yu Ning, and Jiang Xin

5. The Poor Winner (2026)

Poster Drama The Poor Winner (Credit: MyDramaList)

Pei Qian gets the opportunity to build a company with a strange mission: it must incur losses. However, his efforts actually make him known as a model boss and business genius. This comedy drama set in the working world airs from January 31 to February 12, 2026, on Tencent Video with a total of 26 episodes.

Main cast: Pang Yu Chang, Jelly Lin, and Liu Guan Lin

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