5 Recommendations for Slice of Life Chinese Dramas in 2024, Exciting Stories Full of Life Lessons

Kapanlagi.com - Chinese dramas have become popular recently. Similar to Korean and Japanese dramas, Chinese dramas also present stories of various genres. Slice of life is one of the genres in Chinese dramas that is well-liked. This year, there are several slice of life Chinese dramas in 2024 that have successfully captivated the audience with their exciting and touching stories.

Slice of life Chinese dramas are always loved by the audience because their stories are often simple yet full of life lessons. So, in addition to entertaining, slice of life Chinese dramas in 2024 can also be a calming and heartwarming watch.

Interested in watching the latest Chinese dramas in the slice of life genre in 2024? If so, check out the following list of recommendations and brief reviews.

1. SMALL TOWN STORIES

SMALL TOWN STORIES (credit: mydramalist)

One of the recommended Chinese slice of life dramas in 2024 is SMALL TOWN STORIES. This Chinese drama tells the story of Mu Di, a woman who has a job and a high education but eventually has to return home to recover from an injury. In her hometown, she meets Bai Lang, a smart and capable company boss. Due to an incident, they are forced to run a business together.

In the process of building the business together, Mu Di not only feels the warmth of Bai Lang. Even Mu Di also feels welcomed by the local residents. Mu Di is then inspired to combine traditional art and pop culture. From there, Mu Di gains a new understanding of folk music that she used to like. Now, Mu Di not only finds a new job that she loves, but she also finds a home that she loves.

2. ISLANDS

ISLANDS (credit: mydramalist)

Recommendation for the second Chinese slice of life drama titled ISLANDS. This drama tells the story of Qiao Haiyun who has three daughters, they are Meng Ming Wei, Meng Wan Qing, and Meng Yian. Qiao Haiyun made a rule in his family, where every new year his children and grandchildren must gather to celebrate together.

Until one day, Li Yijin, the child of Meng Ming Wei, did not attend because he chose to celebrate the new year at his girlfriend's house. So far, the relationship between Li Yijin and Meng Ming Wei's child has not been good, because Meng Ming Wei is too ambitious with her daughter.

But behind the tense relationship, they actually love and miss each other. They are even jealous of the harmonious relationship between Meng Wan Qing and her daughter Tao Shuna. However, Meng Wan Qing has her own sad story that no one else knows. She works hard for her daughter because her husband does not care about the family.

3. MEN IN LOVE

MEN IN LOVE (credit: mydramalist)

MEN IN LOVE is the next recommendation for a Chinese slice of life drama. MEN IN LOVE tells the complicated love story between Ye Han and Li Xiao Xiao, who come from different backgrounds. Ye Han, a successful magazine editor, is a disciplined and dedicated person to his career, but he struggles with trauma that affects his ability to have romantic relationships.

Meanwhile, Li Xiao Xiao, a physical education teacher, is depicted as a hesitant and indecisive person. Both find it difficult to build a romantic relationship. However, one day, Li Xiao Xiao gets involved in trouble, and Ye Han helps her solve it, bringing them closer together. Although they often meet, they are still hesitant to open their hearts.

4. BORN TO RUN

BORN TO RUN (credit: mydramalist)

In fourth place as a recommendation for slice of life Chinese drama, there is a drama titled BORN TO RUN. This drama tells the inspirational story of two mothers and their daughters who rebuild their souls. These two mothers, as the main characters, try to continue their lives after a severe car accident.

It is told that Xiu Fang and Xiu Li are two very different sisters. Xiu Fang is optimistic and tenacious. After losing her husband, she opens a fried chicken shop to make a living. Meanwhile, she experiences depression. Xiu Li is pessimistic, depressed, and has a strong desire to control her two children.

After Xiu Fang's 60th birthday party, a severe car accident occurs. As a result of the accident, Xiu Fang's daughter, An Xin, loses her leg and Xiu Li's son even loses his life. So, how will Xiu Fang start a new life after such a big problem? Can Xiu Fang remain optimistic and

5. WHAT IF (I LIFE ELSWHERE)

WHAT IF (I LIFE ELSWHERE) (credit: mydramalist)

Fifth and final recommendation in this list is the Chinese slice of life drama titled WHAT IF or also known as I LIFE ELSWHERE. This drama tells the story of a normal girl, Xia Guo, who is faced with a difficult dilemma where two choices will lead her to two very different lives.

Xia Guo is faced with the choice of living a comfortable life with her boyfriend in her hometown, or taking the opportunity to build a successful career in the metropolitan city. Although it sounds simple, WHAT IF remains a meaningful and valuable slice of life drama.

Those are some recommendations for Chinese slice of life dramas in 2024 that are full of life lessons. Enjoy watching!

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