Esther Yu

IQIYI

In need of a drastic change, Lin Wan Xing (Esther Yu) takes a break from her PhD program and returns to her hometown of Hongjing, where she takes a job as a high school sports equipment manager. There, she's tasked with bringing the school's disgraced soccer team to victory. Wan Xing's only hope lies in soccer coach Wang Fa (Chen Jing Ke), who gave up a prestigious job in Britain and ended up in Hongjing, renting out space in a property owned by Wan Xing's family. With Wang Fa's help, the team is able to win, and Wan Xing convinces Wang Fa to become the team's coach full-time. Wang Fa and Wan Xing make an unlikely duo, but they gradually open up to each other as they spend more time together, leading to personal growth and a budding romance. This drama was adapted from the web novel "Xia Lu" by Chang Er.

Road to Success

Lin Wan Xing

iQIYI

When she was a child, Jiang Mu (Esther Yu) lived a charmed life in the shadow of her loving and gifted older brother Jin Zhao (He Yu). But when she was just nine years old, their young lives fell apart. Her parents divorced, with Jin Zhao and their father moving away to Thailand. A decade later, Jiang Mu learns that the brother she once loved was actually adopted. Jiang Mu decides to continue her studies abroad in Thailand as she tries to reconnect with her father and Jin Zhao. To her utter surprise, Jin Zhao’s life has gone off in a very different direction: he is now a streetwise racing driver who also doubles as an underground martial arts fighter. Jiang Mu is a complete outsider in this strange, high-octane world. But her desire to reconcile with Jin Zhao burns bright, leaving her undeterred. Could the love they once shared reignite – and even transform into lasting romance? This drama was based on the novel "Shuang Gui" by Shi Jiu Yuan.

Speed and Love

Vroom Vroom into Love ❤️

Jiang Mu

Youku

After a controversy leads to manga artist Wei Zhi (Esther Yu) losing her pen name and copyrights, she turns to snowboarding for a fresh new start. At the snow resort, she meets coach Shan Chong (Lin Yi), a former professional snowboarder who retired after an injury. While Wei Zhi is a complete beginner, her determination to succeed inspires Shan Chong to reconnect with his own love for snowboarding – and their time spent together begins to ignite a more personal connection, too. This drama was adapted from the web novel of the same name by Qing Mei.

Ski Into Love

⛷️SkiingIntoYourHeart💙

Wei Zhi

Ling Miao Miao (Esther Yu) unexpectedly finds herself transported into the world of a fantasy novel called "Chasing Demons" as a villainous supporting character. To escape and return to the real world, she must complete a series of tasks – including winning the heart of Mu Sheng (Ding Yu Xi), the female lead's adoptive brother with a possessive love for her. Teaming up with expert demon catchers, they battle creatures, level up, and gradually work to dissolve an age-old animosity between humans and demons. As Miao Miao and Mu Sheng grow closer, can they rewrite their stories in favor of redemption... and possibly even romance? This 2024 Chinese drama was directed by Zhao Yi Long, adapted from the web novel "The Guide to Capturing a Black Lotus" by Bai Yu Zhai Diao Gong.

Love Game in Eastern Fantasy

💖My Beloved Demon Team 💖

Ling Miao Miao / Lin Yu

Yue Jin Zhao (Xu Kai) and Yue Qi (Esther Yu) both suffer from amnesia, yet they share a mutual thirst to uncover the truth about their identities. Their quest is derailed by a sinister member of the Qihun Sect, compelling them to join forces with Luo Zhao Yan (Wan Peng) and a motley crew of individuals determined to expose the cult's dark secrets. Can the pair overcome the cult and ultimately learn the truth about their past?

Sword and Fairy 6

The Chinese Paladins

Years ago, the workaholic botany professor Zhuang Yu (Vin Zhang), oblivious and lacking social graces, unintentionally broke the heart of an aspiring scientist Yu Mei Ren (Esther Yu) by flat-out rejecting her confession. Years later, Mei Ren has become a successful fashion blogger and is unexpectedly reunited with her former crush. Determined to get revenge, she plans to make the botanist suffer for the hurt he caused her. However, her old feelings for him begin to resurface, complicating her scheme. Will Mei Ren make Yu pay for the hurt he once caused her, or will she get a second chance at love?

A Romance of the Little Forest

🌿The Botanists🌿

The Lord Devil of the Moon Tribe, Dongfang Qingcang (Dylan Wang) is an emotionless monster who once wreaked chaos in the realm of gods, leading his demon army to victory. Thousands of years later, Orchid (Esther Yu), a fairy, accidentally frees the cursed and imprisoned Lord Devil. Qingcang plans to sacrifice Orchid to regain his powers and conquer the world again. However, a magical mishap causes them to swap bodies: the formidable Lord Devil is now trapped in Orchid's delicate form, while she inherits his super strength. As they seek to reverse the spell, they must keep their secret to survive. This drama is adapted from the novel of the same name by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang.

Love Between Fairy and Devil

iQiyi

Chu Li (Esther Yu), a new graduate, starts her career at Yuan Yue Publishing House despite her finance background. Determined to succeed, she impresses authors with her unique vision and professionalism. However, she constantly clashes with renowned author Zhou Chuan (Ding Yu Xi), with whom she seems destined to remain at odds. Unexpectedly, they discover they are actually close online friends, completely transforming their relationship. As they process this shocking revelation, Chu Li and Zhou Chuan must navigate their newfound connection and potential romantic feelings. Adapted from the web novel "Here's Chu Li" by Qing Mei.

Moonlight

✍🏻📚 My Sweet Writer 💖✍🏻

Tencent

Su Xiao Wan (Yang Zhi Wen), a flower seller, mistakenly becomes entangled with the prestigious Gu family through a sibling contract with Gu Yan Xi (Ye Sheng Jia). Forced to navigate the family's complex dynamics, Xiao Wan must use her wit to survive Yan Xi's constant schemes. Gu Zi Qian (Zhao Tian Yu), the family's second master, offers her protection, but his kindness masks hidden motives. Caught between the two brothers, Xiao Wan struggles to find her true path and happiness. This is a 2020 Chinese romantic comedy directed by Dai Lu.

A Love So Romantic

Tian San Qi (Esther Yu), a curious child who always asked questions, formed a close bond with a boy who disappeared mysteriously, leaving her heartbroken. Years later, San Qi becomes a forensic doctor, dedicating her life to finding her lost friend. With a group of skilled companions, she begins investigating a series of interconnected cases that might reveal clues about her friend's disappearance. As they uncover a decade-long conspiracy, San Qi hopes to finally solve the mystery of the boy who vanished from her life. This is a 2020 Chinese romance drama adapted from the novel "Jin Xin Ji" by Han Xue Fei, directed by Zhou Tong and Dai Meng Ying.

I've Fallen For You

I've Fallen For You Team

Mango TV

Popular actress Tian Jing Zhi (Esther Yu) and mutant Xue Ling Qiao (Mike D'Angelo) end their tumultuous relationship, with Jing Zhi seeking a normal life. However, she soon discovers she's pregnant, prompting Ling Qiao to secretly move next door to protect her and their unborn child. When a mysterious organization learns of the half-mutant baby, the couple faces potential danger. A follow-up to the 2016 series "My Amazing Boyfriend," this 2019 Chinese drama series was directed by Ding Zi Guang.

My Amazing Boyfriend 2: Unforgettable Impression

The Limitless Love Team

Tian Jing Zhi

Lin Xiao Chun (He Lan Dou), Chen Chen Chen (Esther Yu), Han Yi Tong (Wang Yan Zhi), Ni Jin (Yang Zhi Ying), and Zhang Sheng Nan (Vian Wang) are university students sharing a dormitory, each battling unique personal challenges. Chen Chen struggles with self-confidence under her sister's shadow, while Xiao Chun is painfully shy. Yi Tong seeks her mother's attention, Ni Jin relies on sugar daddies, and Sheng Nan works multiple jobs to support her struggling family. Despite their different backgrounds, these young women find solace and strength in their growing friendship. As they navigate life's complexities together, they discover the power of supporting each other through their individual trials.

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