Chinese dramas have given viewers some unforgettable romantic pairings over the years. From sweet modern romances to intense historical and fantasy stories, certain on-screen couples continue to stay in the minds of fans long after their dramas have ended.
Sometimes, it is the chemistry between the actors. Sometimes, it is the characters they played together. And in some cases, viewers simply want to see what the pair could do with a completely different story and genre.
Fan discussions continue to bring up several popular C-drama pairings that viewers would love to see together again. Here are 10 Chinese drama couples fans still want to see reunite on screen.
1. Zhao Lusi And Chen Zheyuan – Hidden Love
Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan became one of the most talked-about modern C-drama pairings after Hidden Love. The 2023 romance follows Sang Zhi and Duan Jiaxu, whose relationship develops from a long-standing crush into a mature romance.
Their understated chemistry and soft romantic moments made the pairing particularly popular among viewers. Chen Zheyuan's portrayal of Duan Jiaxu also became closely associated with the drama's appeal.
A reunion would give the two actors an opportunity to explore an entirely different dynamic, perhaps in a workplace romance, thriller or historical drama.
2. Bai Lu And Luo Yunxi – Love Is Sweet And Till The End Of The Moon
Bai Lu and Luo Yunxi have already worked together twice, first in the modern romance Love Is Sweet and later in the fantasy drama Till The End Of The Moon.
Their two collaborations showed completely different sides of their screen partnership. In Love Is Sweet, they played Jiang Jun and Yuan Shuai, while Till The End Of The Moon brought them together in a much darker fantasy setting as Li Susu and Tantai Jin.
Even years after their collaborations, fans continue to discuss their chemistry and express interest in seeing them share the screen for a third time.
3. Dilraba Dilmurat And Yang Yang – You Are My Glory
You Are My Glory remains one of the most remembered modern romance C-dramas featuring Dilraba Dilmurat and Yang Yang.
The pair played Qiao Jing Jing and Yu Tu, former classmates who reconnect years later through a mobile game. Their relationship gradually develops as they spend more time together, combining romance with themes of ambition and career choices.
Their natural romantic dynamic made the drama particularly popular with romance viewers. A new project could allow them to move away from the celebrity-and-engineer setup and explore a completely new relationship.
4. Zhao Lusi And Wu Lei – Love Like The Galaxy
Zhao Lusi and Wu Lei's pairing in Love Like The Galaxy brought together Cheng Shao Shang and Ling Bu Yi in a historical romance filled with family conflict, political intrigue and secrets.
The drama gave both actors plenty of emotionally demanding scenes, while their characters' slow-burn relationship became an important part of the story. Soompi also highlighted the chemistry between the two leads as one of the drama's attractions.
Fans who enjoyed their period-drama pairing have continued to discuss the possibility of seeing them together in another project.
5. Esther Yu And Dylan Wang – Love Between Fairy And Devil
Esther Yu and Dylan Wang became closely associated with their characters Xiao Lanhua and Dongfang Qingcang in Love Between Fairy And Devil.
The fantasy romance follows an innocent orchid fairy and a powerful Moon Supreme whose lives become intertwined after a magical spell connects them. Their contrasting personalities created much of the show's romantic and comedic appeal.
For fans, another collaboration could be especially interesting if the actors were placed in a modern setting rather than another xianxia romance.
6. Bai Jingting And Tian Xiwei – New Life Begins
Bai Jingting and Tian Xiwei played Yin Zheng and Li Wei in New Life Begins, a historical romance built around an arranged marriage that gradually develops into genuine companionship.
Rather than relying only on dramatic romance, the series spends considerable time showing the couple growing closer through everyday experiences. iQIYI's official introduction describes their relationship as gradually developing as they spend their lives together in Xinchuan.
Their warm dynamic has kept the pairing in conversations among C-drama viewers, with fans still discussing the chemistry between the two leads.
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7. Chen Feiyu And Zhang Jingyi – Lighter And Princess
Chen Feiyu and Zhang Jingyi starred as Li Xun and Zhu Yun in Lighter And Princess, a coming-of-age romance about two university students whose relationship develops alongside their ambitions and personal struggles.
The drama's central romance moves through college, separation and reunion, giving the characters a long emotional journey. The pairing's chemistry was also frequently highlighted in discussions about the series.
A new project could give the actors a chance to explore a more mature romance with a completely different setup.
8. Xiao Zhan And Yang Zi – The Oath Of Love
Xiao Zhan and Yang Zi starred together in The Oath Of Love, playing Lin Zhixiao and Gu Wei.
The modern romance follows a music student and a doctor whose lives intersect at a difficult point. Their relationship develops through personal struggles, family situations and emotional support.
Their onscreen dynamic has been praised by viewers for feeling natural and comfortable, which is one reason the pairing remains popular among fans.
Seeing the two actors together again in another modern romance could offer a very different dynamic from The Oath Of Love.
9. Ren Jialun And Tan Songyun – Under The Power
Ren Jialun and Tan Songyun teamed up in the historical mystery-romance Under The Power.
The drama follows Lu Yi, a high-ranking official, and Yuan Jinxia, a skilled constable, as they investigate a mystery together. Their contrasting personalities initially lead to plenty of clashes before their relationship develops.
Their pairing worked because the romance was closely connected to the investigation and character development. A new collaboration could potentially bring them together in either another historical mystery or a modern thriller.
10. Yang Zi And Deng Lun – Ashes Of Love
Yang Zi and Deng Lun's pairing in Ashes Of Love remains memorable for fans of Chinese fantasy romances. They played Jin Mi and Xu Feng, whose love story unfolds against a complicated world of gods, immortals and family conflicts.
The drama gave the actors an opportunity to balance comedy, romance and emotional scenes. Their onscreen partnership was also discussed positively by C-drama fans and entertainment publications at the time.
For viewers who remember their fantasy romance, another collaboration could be an opportunity to see them in a completely different genre.
Why Do Fans Want These C-Drama Couples Back?
The popularity of a Chinese drama does not always end when the final episode airs. When two actors create a memorable onscreen dynamic, viewers often become curious about what they could do together in another story.
That is particularly true for actors who have already demonstrated strong chemistry in romance, fantasy or historical dramas. A reunion does not necessarily have to mean playing similar characters either. Fans often want to see familiar pairings experiment with new genres, personalities and storylines.
For now, these reunions remain a fan wish rather than a confirmation of upcoming projects. But the continued conversations around these Chinese drama couples show just how strongly certain C-drama pairings stay with viewers even after their stories have ended.
FAQs
Which Chinese drama couple do fans want to see together again?
Several popular pairings continue to appear in fan discussions, including Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan, Bai Lu and Luo Yunxi, Dilraba Dilmurat and Yang Yang, and Zhao Lusi and Wu Lei.
Have Bai Lu and Luo Yunxi worked together more than once?
Yes. They starred together in Love Is Sweet and later reunited for Till The End Of The Moon.
Which drama featured Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan?
Zhao Lusi and Chen Zheyuan played Sang Zhi and Duan Jiaxu in the 2023 romantic drama Hidden Love.