dramas that makes me cry

Hunan TV

After a devastating car accident, 25-year-old Zhang Xiao (Liu Shi Shi) is mysteriously transported back to the 18th-century Qing Dynasty, inhabiting the body of 16-year-old Maertai Rouxi, daughter of a Manchu general. Unable to return to her modern life, Rouxi becomes entangled in the imperial court's complex power struggles, particularly the princes' competition for the throne. Her modern knowledge influences her romantic relationships with the Eighth Prince, Yin Si (Kevin Cheng), and Fourth Prince, Yin Zhen (Nicky Wu), while she maintains a close friendship with the 13th prince, Yin Xiang (Yuan Hong). As she navigates the treacherous royal landscape, Rouxi must decide whether to accept her new destiny or continue seeking a way back to her original time. This is a 2011 Chinese historical romance drama based on a novel by Tong Hua, directed by Wu Jin Yuan, Lin Yu Fen, and Deng Wei En.

Scarlet Heart

Bu Bu Jing Xin Team

KBS02

In the 1980s, detective Cha Hyung Bin (Lee Soo Hyuk) has just proposed to his bookstore owner girlfriend Ha Eun (Jin Se Yeon), but she rejects his proposal due to a potentially-fatal heart condition that she’s kept a secret from them throughout their relationship. At the same time, a chance encounter with serial killer Gong Ji Chul (Jang Ki Young) irreversibly changes all three of their lives – with tragic results. Thirty years later, they’ve reincarnated into new identities, brought together by new coincidences: Hyung Bin is now Soo Hyuk, a prosecutor; Ha Eun is now Sa Bin, a forensic medical examiner, and Ji Chul is now Jong Bum, a medical student rumored to have psychopathic tendencies. Will their fates have a different ending this time, or are they doomed to the same conclusion once again?

Born Again

Reborn Love

Dragon TV

Princess Feng Xin'er (Tiffany Tang) experiences tragedy when her family is murdered by the marshal of Northern Wei after being falsely accused of treason. Determined to seek revenge, she seizes an opportunity by assuming the identity of the deceased Li Weiyoung and infiltrating the royal house of Northern Wei. Disguised as the princess, Feng Xin'er navigates a treacherous world of political intrigue, using her cunning and determination to systematically undermine her enemies. As she pursues her vengeance, she becomes entangled in complex relationships and power struggles that challenge her original mission. Her journey becomes a delicate balance between maintaining her disguise and executing her plan for retribution. This 2016 Chinese historical drama explores themes of survival, identity, and revenge in the tumultuous landscape of ancient Chinese royal politics.

Princess Weiyoung

Royal  Team

Former teenage sweethearts separated by uncontrollable circumstances, Sin Joon Young (Kim Woo Bin) and No Eul (Suzy) are reunited as adults – when the latter is commissioned to make a documentary about Joon Young. He is now a superstar actor and singer who's dead-set against filming his documentary and gives No Eul a miserable time. Gradually, he relents to the documentary and uses the time to try and win her heart back. Can they rekindle their once-passionate love? This 2016 South Korean drama series was directed by Park Hyun Suk and Cha Young Hoon.

Uncontrollably Fond

The Uncontrollable Lovebirds

SETTV

Ren Guang Xi (Vanness Wu), a charismatic law student and heir to a wealthy family, falls in love with Liang Mu Cheng (Ady An), a cafeteria employee with a vibrant spirit. After a tragic brain surgery that erases his memories, Guang Xi's mother separates the couple. Six years later, Guang Xi, now a high-powered attorney, arrives in a rural village for community service and unknowingly befriends Mu Cheng and her son Xiao Le (Xiao Xiao Bin). As a mysterious piano concerto hints at forgotten memories, Guang Xi struggles to understand his inexplicable connection to Mu Cheng and her son. Will the power of true love help him recover his lost past? This is a 2009-2010 Taiwanese romantic drama directed by Chen Hui Ling that was nominated for the Best Marketing Programme at the 45th Golden Bell Awards.

Autumn's Concerto

Prince Yi San (Lee Junho) vows to become a benevolent monarch despite his cruel grandfather's reign. He falls for Sung Deok Im (Lee Se Young), an intelligent and spirited palace maid. Yi San aims to make her his concubine but Deok Im knows becoming a royal consort would restrict her freedom and rob her of joy. Undeterred by Deok Im’s misgivings, Yi San’s pure love slowly wins her over. Will their hard-earned love be able to withstand the turmoils of palace life? Based on the novel of the same name by Kang Mi Kang, this 2021 South Korean historical series was directed by Jung Ji In and Song Yeon Hwa.

The Red Sleeve

💞Love Finds A Way 🛣

JTBC

Kim Hye Ja (Han Ji Min), an optimistic young woman aspiring to become a TV news anchor, experiences a shocking transformation when she suddenly turns into a 70-year-old. Simultaneously, Lee Joon Ha (Nam Joo Hyuk), a dedicated aspiring reporter, struggles with the harsh realities of his current life. When their paths cross, they embark on an unexpected journey that challenges their perceptions of time, dreams, and personal growth. As they navigate this extraordinary situation, Hye Ja and Joon Ha begin to uncover deeper insights about life's true value and the meaning of pursuing one's goals. This is a 2019 Viki Original Korean drama series directed by Kim Suk Yoon.