Including Hidden Love, the Long Ballad, Dating in the Kitchen
Zhao Lusi is one of China’s most popular young actresses, bringing versatility to both romantic and historical dramas. With her innate charm and acting skills to portray intense emotions,
Zhao Lusi has become a quick sensation. Here is a list of her best 10 romantic dramas, some of which are most popular, such as Hidden Love,
The Long Ballad, and Dating in the Kitchen, proving that she can enthrall audiences with both contemporary and ancient love stories.
Hidden Love (2023)
Hidden Love is a modern romantic drama based on the web novel “I Was Really Scared of You”.
Zhao Lusi stars as a young girl named Lin Qing, who secretly has a crush on her brother’s best friend, a shy and apparently cold young man named Sang Zhi (played by Chen Xingxu).
Their slow-burning relationship is about first love, secrecy, and growing pains. Zhao Lusi’s portrayal of the sweet yet determined Lin Qing resonates with fans, making this series a fan favorite.
The Long Ballad (2021)
It is based in the Tang Dynasty, and The Long Ballad is a historical romance where Zhao Lusi acts as Li Changge, the general’s daughter who sees her family massacred.
The drama follows her pursuit of vengeance, but along the way, she becomes embroiled in a complex romance with a prince, Ashina Sun (played by Wu Lei).
Zhao Lusi is well able to sustain the romance alongside fierce drive in her portrayal of the powerful but emotionally torn Change, and this makes this series both a historical epic and a very emotional love story.
Dating in the Kitchen (2020)
Zhao Lusi stars in Dating in the Kitchen as a dedicated chef who is forced to deal with her dominant boss, who happens to be the son of a famous restaurant.
The romantic comedy-drama sees the two leads, being arch-enemies initially, developing feelings for one another.
The chemistry between the female lead Zhao Lusi and male lead Lin Yushen, played by Lin Yi, cannot be ignored, and the tone is not serious, hence making it enjoyable for the rom-com fans.
The Romance of Tiger and Rose (2020)
This historical fantasy-romance drama stars Zhao Lusi as Chen Xiaoqian, a screenwriter who gets herself inserted into the very drama she wrote.
She becomes the female protagonist of her own tale, and has to endure love and danger in a war-torn world of politics.
The on-screen chemistry between Zhao Lusi and her co-actor, Ryan Ding, is one of the best things about the series.
Her acting of a modern woman trapped in a bygone era combines humor, romance, and a liberating experience.
Love of Thousand Years (2020)
In Love of Thousand Years, Zhao Lusi plays a powerful immortal named Shi Yi, who falls in love with a prince, Han Ye (played by Alan Yu).
Their love, woven into the background of time and destiny, is marred by power struggles and family issues all around them.
Zhao Lusi shines in her acting in this fantasy romance drama, as she delivers a role where she becomes a character entangled between commitment and love.
Oh! My Emperor (2018)
This ancient China period romantic comedy features Zhao Lusi as feisty and headstrong Bai Pingting, who gets unexpectedly switched into the body of a concubine.
The drama plot is highly intriguing with its humour and budding romance with the Emperor, Xing Zhaolin.
Zhao Lusi’s comedic timing and her ability to show Bai Pingting’s emotional growth make this a memorable performance.
My Dear Destiny (2018)
Zhao Lusi stars as a female protagonist who undergoes multiple reincarnations to locate her soulmate in My Dear Destiny.
This love fantasy includes destiny, soulmates, and to what extent one will go to achieve love. Zhao Lusi adds warmth and charm to the character, and her story is heartwarming and captivating.
Innocent Love (2021)
Innocent Love is a modern romance drama with Zhao Lusi playing Lin Qiaoxi, who falls for a man whose past is marred by tragedy.
There is drama and misunderstandings along the way in this story of love filled with healing and development. Zhao Lusi brings life to a woman experiencing rich feelings in this series of sentiment.
Promise of Migratory Birds (2022)
It’s a less common yet highly emotional series with Zhao Lusi playing a female character stuck in an affair of duty, love, and sacrifice.
Through her performance, she is able to portray her character’s vulnerability and strength while facing the life and love of a troubled world.
The Eternal Love 2 (2018)
A historical drama about love across two lifetimes, The Eternal Love 2 stars Zhao Lusi as the charming and witty Dongfang Yuqian.
The chemistry between the male lead and Zhao Lusi is very undeniable as they navigate both personal and political conflicts.
This interesting sequel to The Eternal Love continues the saga of loyalty, love, and destiny, where Zhao Lusi’s performance brings added emotion and depth to the story.
Zhao Lusi’s wide-ranging roles, from historical epics to modern love stories, highlight her versatility and emotional depth.
Whether playing a determined warrior in The Long Ballad or a charming chef in Dating in the Kitchen, she brings authenticity and relatability to each character.
Her ability to switch gears smoothly between genres and her unanimously magical chemistry with her co-stars have definitely got her a special place in the hearts of fans.
These top 10 dramas represent just a sneak peek of her extensive body of work. She continues to touch and inspire audiences around the world.
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