Rom Com and Light-hearted Romance Drama List

A Love That Runs Through Time

A heartwarming rom-com that perfectly blends time-travel fantasy with genuine, heartfelt romance. The leads’ chemistry is electric, making every scene feel alive and emotionally resonant. Flawed, real, and unforgettable, it’s a delightful journey of love, choice, and second chances.

 My Review

A warm, emotional journey about choosing someone again and againeven when destiny seems impossible.I will say that the plot is not as strong but that is not the point and the romance compensated more than enough.

Comedy and bit of romance 

Just what is needed to relax and laugh at the antics of the "superstar" actor YouXi (Kele Sun) and the "assistant" Yuchi YaoYao (Hanna/Lu YangYang) he roped in. It often feels like parody, clichés and tropes are gleefully taken on by the actors.There is a complicated word (enoclophobia) for the mental discomfort suffered by the FL character.

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A Spellbinding Mix of Love, Fate, and Fantasy

A mix of magic, fate, and heartfelt romance that makes you laugh, swoon, and believe in love — destined or not.

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Love, Laughter, and the Game of Victory

Falling Into Your Smile is a feel-good romantic comedy that celebrates passion, perseverance, and playful love — proving that in both gaming and life, the best victories are shared.

• My Review
• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Youth, Sports
• Tags: Gaming, Teamwork, Smart Male Lead, Online Gamer Female Lead, Bromance, Competition, Online Gamer Male Lead, Professional Gaming, Online Gaming, Cohabitation
• Reccommeded  

A Second Chance at First Love

A sweet, refreshing romantic drama that blends workplace tension with the charm of a rekindled college romance. The story follows Xiang Yuan, a strong-willed woman determined to save her family’s struggling business, and Xu Yan Shi, a once brilliant engineer who has fallen from grace. When fate brings them back together as colleagues, old wounds resurface, but so do lingering feelings.

•  My Review
• Genres: Comedy, Romance
• Tags: Workplace Setting, Rich Woman/Poor Man, Grandpa-Granddaughter Relationship, Smart Female Lead, Flashback To Past, Long Distance Relationship, Meet Again, First Love, First Love Returns, Debt

slow-burning  love story of balance between feeling too little and too much. 

The ML is not a red flag. Neither is the FL. They are just two very different individuals. One feels too little. The other feels too much. One has no trouble with expressing herself, the other has never expressed himself before he met her. They are a truly balanced pair and to see them mature from season 1 to season was a delightful experience.

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A Journey from Mischief to Mature Love

Despite being opposites in every way — one calm and logical, the other emotional and impulsive — their love continues to grow stronger through everyday challenges.
Kotoko’s boundless enthusiasm and Naoki’s quiet devotion create a heartwarming balance that makes their bond feel real and relatable.
As they face career struggles, misunderstandings, and the ups and downs of marriage, they both learn what true partnership means.
Season 2 beautifully captures how love matures when two very different people choose to grow together, not apart.

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All the cliches and regular struggles with a twist of superpowers

Some shows are made purely for the joy of watching and this one is exactly that. Light, funny, whimsical, and unexpectedly heartwarming. I didn’t expect to get so hooked, but here I am, already missing those adorable characters.

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Addictive drama with flaws

Although it was very addictive all the way through and carried itself well, there were many frustrating moments with phone interruptions, lack of communication and misunderstandings which were not too bad but these were used as weak plot points repeatedly and made the show longer than necessary. The acting was very well done and there are some lovely romance scenes as well which were very enjoyable. I love the female lead and her other works, she is really great.Loved the second and third couple more than the main couple

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A Charming Rom-Com That Shines Through Its Leads

A sweet, healing, and emotionally engaging romance drama that follows a girl struggling with trauma-induced hallucinations and the gentle music producer who becomes her unexpected safe place. What looks like a simple rom-com slowly turns into a heartfelt story about healing, trust, and overcoming your past.

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A Delighfully Fun Fantasy Drama That Avoids Clichés

Starry Love is one of those rare Xianxia dramas that feels refreshing, warm, emotional, and beautifully balanced in every aspect. It sets a new standard for future C-dramas by giving us healthy family bonds, character growth for everyone, well-written female leads, and four realms that are actually interesting.

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When Youth Finds Its Wings with Overloaded Cuteness

It is a heartwarming and nostalgic coming-of-age drama that perfectly captures the innocence and beauty of first love. Set in a high school filled with laughter, dreams, and bittersweet moments, it tells the story of Su Zai Zai — a bright, bubbly girl who falls for the quiet and kind Zhang Lu Rang. Their story isn’t about grand gestures, but the gentle moments that make young love so memorable — shared glances, silent support, and growing together through life’s uncertainties.

With its soft cinematography, relatable characters, and genuine chemistry between the leads, the drama feels like a warm summer memory — simple yet unforgettable. It reminds us that sometimes love isn’t about chasing perfection but about finding someone who makes you feel at peace with who you are.

• My Review
• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Youth
• Tags: Friendship, Love At First Sight, Female Chases Male First, First Love, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Friends To Lovers, Secondary Couple, High School To Working Life, Coming Of Age, Introverted Male Lead
• Reccommeded(sweet fluffy romance)

Dropped

A Beautiful, Uncomplicated, & Healing Love

A beautifully filmed love story infused with traditional Chinese medicine wisdom, despite a slower second half.A Light, comforting, and aesthetically pleasing love story with some great and amazing cinematography. Every scene felt like a perfectly drawn portrait from an artist’s sketchbook.

• Reccommeded (nothing to the story watch it for cinematography or leads)
• Genres: Business, Romance, Drama, Medical
• Tags: Doctor Male Lead, Hotelier Female Lead, Healing, Traditional Medicine, Adapted From A Novel, Insomnia, Hospital Setting, Hotel Setting, Workplace Setting, Healthy Mains’ Relationship
• Reccommeded (For visuals)

Sweetness Without the Drama—Just Pure Love

Love Me, Love My Voice is one of those rare modern C-dramas that feels like a warm hug. It’s tender, sincere, cozy, and absolutely overflowing with heart. What makes it special is not grand conflicts or dramatic twists but its purity, its gentle romance, and its authenticity. This is a story that celebrates kindness, healing, good food, good music, and genuine connection.

•  My Review
• Genres: Food, Music, Romance, Drama
• Tags: Fluffy, Straightforward Male Lead, Male Chases Female First, Voice Actor Male Lead, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Best Friends' Relationship, Musician Female Lead, Hidden Identity, Composer Female Lead, Voice Actor/Actress Supporting Character
• Reccommeded 

A Snowy Romance Wrapped in Warm Friendships

This drama is a soft, comforting watch with a cozy winter vibe. While the romance was gentle and sometimes felt bland for me, the male friendship and camaraderie truly stood out and became the highlight. Overall, it’s a light, healing drama that grew on me and was easy to finish.

• Genres: Romance, Sports
• Tags: Snowy Setting, Winter Setting, Filmed Abroad, Love At First Sight, Fluffy, Chasing A Dream, Male Chases Female First, Calm Male Lead, Tournament, Competition
• My Review
• Loved the friendship and bromance here
• Reccommeded

The Childhood Sweethearts Fated to Be Together

It is honestly one of the most wholesome and unexpectedly satisfying dramas I’ve watched. From the very first episodes, the close-up shots were wow — the chemistry between the leads felt natural, warm, and effortless. There were no plot holes, and the FL’s concerns were always valid. The story handled emotional issues maturely, which made everything feel grounded and realistic.

• My Review
• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life
• Tags: Older Woman/Younger Man, Male Chases Female First, Clingy Male Lead, Cohabitation, Childhood Crush, First Love, Fluffy, Childhood Connection, Age Gap [Drama Life], Healthy Mains’ Relationship

Sweet, Fluffy, and Full of Good Vibes

This drama is so sweet it might give you a toothache! ? It’s classic, light, and fluffy with just a touch of melodrama, enough to tug at your heart without getting too heavy.

• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Medical
• Tags: Multiple Couples, Sismance, Friendship, Doctor-Patient Relationship, Older Woman/Younger Man, Nice Male Lead, Slow Burn Romance, Love/Hate Relationship, Shy Male Lead
  
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 Recipe for Love and Laughter

Dating in the Kitchen blends everyday romance with peak comedy and comforting vibes. Zhao Lusi’s chef heroine is joyful, relatable, and unforgettable. It’s the kind of drama you rewatch when you need warmth and laughter.

• Genres: Food, Comedy, Romance
• Tags: Cooking, Older Man/Younger Woman, Rich Male Lead, Age Gap [Drama Life],  Rich Man/Poor Woman, Eccentric Female Lead, Male Chases Female First, Age Gap [Real Life], Disapproving Parent
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A Fluffy Romance with Heart

With sweet banter and solid performances, The Unexpected Marriage keeps you invested from start to finish. I loved how both leads remain true to their personalities instead of changing for forced drama. It’s fluffy, sincere, and surprisingly addictive.

• Genres: Historical, Comedy, Romance
• Tags: Princess Female Lead, Prince Male Lead, Hidden Agenda, Fake Identity, Royalty, Strong Male Lead, Smart Male Lead, Hidden Identity, Multiple Couples, Arranged Marriage
• My Review
• Recommended (not so serious historical drama)

A Bittersweet Journey of Growing Up!

It's  funny and really interesting. I also love the fact that it's realistic and shows that in life things may not always turn out the way we want but we have to make it work.
I also love that it's not a typical love triangle drama where two boys fight for one girl. It's much more than that and it's really good.

"Everyone is running towards each other without realizing someone's running behind them too." A comment I found in YT that I would commend because it is exactly how the drama was, which explains or explained why the title is a river runs through it.

• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life, Youth
• Tags: Friendship, Friends To Lovers, Slow Burn Romance, Unrequited Love, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Father-Son Relationship, High School To Working Life, 1990s, Bromance
• Reccommeded (multiple love triangles and rused ending)
•  My Review

A Romance Built on Patience and Growth

Shine on Me is a beautifully written slow-burn romance with healthy communication and glowing chemistry. The ML is a total green forest and the FL’s growth feels natural and inspiring. Warm, patient, and deeply satisfying.

• Genres: Business, Romance, Drama
• Tags: Age Gap [Drama Life], Slow Burn Romance, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Love Triangle, Scarred Male Lead, Carefree Female Lead, Student Female Lead, Co-workers' Relationship, Roommates' Relationship, Workplace Setting 
• My Review
• Recommeded (if you can handle the business + slow burn)

Good Chemistry, Weak Characters

Hidden Love has sweet lead chemistry and heartwarming family moments, making it enjoyable in small doses. However, slow pacing, underdeveloped side characters, and the male lead’s sudden emotional shift made it hard to stay invested. Despite some charming moments, I ultimately couldn’t binge it and decided to drop it around episode 16.

• My Review
• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life, Youth
• Tags: Secret Crush, First Love, Childhood Crush, Warm Male Lead, Older Man/Younger Woman, Warm Female Lead, Hardworking Male Lead, Height Difference, Student Female Lead, Age Gap [Drama Life] 
• Status:Dropped
• Started at 2024 and dropped at 27 Jan 2026