Chinese Actor Jin Ze Passes Away at 33
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about chocolates and flowers.
It’s also the perfect time to fall in love with stories that touch the heart.
Here are 12 underrated Asian romance dramas and films that are perfect for this Valentine’s season.
Whether you’re single, in love, or healing from heartbreak, this list is for you.
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1. Someday or One Day (2019)
A beautifully written time-travel romance that explores destiny, loss, and soulmates. This Taiwanese drama slowly builds into an emotional masterpiece that stays with you long after it ends.
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2. Better Days (2019)
A powerful story of young love formed in the midst of hardship and bullying. Not your typical romance, but deeply moving and unforgettable.
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3. That Thing Called Tadhana (2014)
Two strangers meet by chance and help each other heal from heartbreak. Simple, relatable, and painfully honest about love and timing.
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4. My Mister (2018)
A quiet and unconventional story of emotional connection. More about healing than romance, through subtle storytelling and deeply human performances, it portrays how empathy and small acts of kindness can bring healing to even the most broken people.
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5. Our Times (2015)
A nostalgic tale of first love and growing up. Perfect for anyone who misses the innocence of young romance, because the film explores themes of youth, friendship, and the bittersweet magic of first love with warmth and humor.
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6. Love Letter (1995)
A poetic story about grief, memory, and lingering love. Soft, emotional, and timeless.
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7. Us and Them (2018)
A realistic portrayal of young love, ambition, and missed chances. Ideal for viewers who appreciate bittersweet endings.
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8. The Classic (2003)
The story beautifully weaves together two love stories across different generations, showing how love can endure through time and circumstance. It reminds viewers that true love leaves a lasting imprint, even when it comes with sacrifice and heartbreak.
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9. Ilo Ilo (2013)
A quiet story about family, sacrifice, and emotional bonds. It reminds us that love isn’t always romantic, it can be life-changing in subtle ways.
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10. Crazy Little Thing Called Love (2010)
A shy girl’s journey through first love and self-confidence. It reminds viewers that sometimes, loving someone helps you discover your own confidence and worth along the way. Sweet, funny, and perfect for light Valentine’s viewing.
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11. Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story (2018)
A slow-burn relationship between two lonely adults. Blending romance with bittersweet realism, the film explores loneliness, healing, and the blurred lines between transactional and genuine relationships.
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12. Kita Kita (2017)
A heartwarming romance set in Sapporo between two wounded souls. The film explores themes of healing, acceptance, and the unpredictability of love, blending heartfelt emotion with lighthearted comedy, hence it's funny, sincere, and emotionally rewarding. It would remind you to love yourself first.
Extra Treat!
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Comrades: Almost a Love Story (1996)
A realistic love story between immigrants chasing dreams. It portrays how love can quietly grow between two people. Some connections remain special, even if they are never fully realized.
