LayarHijau.com—There are many exciting Chinese dramas airing in 2024, showcasing popular couples (CPs) that have captured the audience's attention. These couples are celebrated for their strong acting and chemistry, which ultimately boosts the popularity of their respective dramas.
Taiwanese media outlet Upmedia has released a list of popular CPs in Chinese dramas for 2024. Here are the featured couples:
Esther Yu and Ding Yuxi
After previously pairing up in the modern drama "Moonlight" in 2021, Esther Yu and Ding Yuxi reunited in the period drama "Love Game in Eastern Fantasy" that aired last year. This drama received high ratings and significant popularity. Esther Yu and Ding Yuxi were praised for their strong performances and chemistry. During and after the airing, they frequently trended on Weibo with various hashtags, and topics related to this couple garnered 1.06 billion views on the platform.
Wang Xingyue and Wu Jinyan
This couple dazzled audiences in the drama "The Double." Despite a 12-year age difference, they showcased amazing chemistry. Wang Xingyue, with his mature appearance and strong character, captivated viewers. They are set to collaborate again in the new drama "Fallen Spring Night," which has fans very excited.
They are referred to as the "Fei Chang Xiao Zhang" CP by fans. The reading volume of the Weibo super topic for this couple has exceeded 1.7 billion, and the playback volume of the Douyin topic has also surpassed 810 million. Last year, they confirmed their second collaboration, the idol drama "Fallen Spring Night," which generated great excitement among drama fans.
Li Yunrui and Meng Ziyi
Li Yunrui and Meng Ziyi caught attention in the drama "Blossom," where they played a couple that falls in love and gets married. Their interactions, both on and off screen, are incredibly sweet, and they are often seen supporting each other. Their popularity has skyrocketed, and they are now known as the "Yun Qian Meng Rao" CP. By the end of last year, the topic related to this couple on Weibo had reached 170 million views and the playback volume of the Douyin topic has also reached 370 milion views.
Lin Gengxin and Zhao Liying
After seven years, Lin Gengxin and Zhao Liying reunited in "The Legend of Shen Li." They previously gained fame through the highly successful drama "Princess Agents." In this latest drama, their chemistry remains strong, and rumors about their off-screen relationship have surfaced. They are often seen together at promotional events, further fueling speculation about their closeness.
Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai
Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai emerged as a notable couple after their success in the drama "The Princess Royal." The story of reincarnation and thwarted love captivated viewers. They shared numerous romantic scenes, heightening the tension on screen. Their popularity soared, with over 1.45 billion views on Weibo related to their CP and 550 million views on Douyin for various videos featuring them.
Before the end of the drama, rumors surfaced that Zhang Linghe and Zhao Jinmai would be paired in the modern drama "Our Generation" (Cherry Amber). These rumors turned out to be true, and the two will indeed star in the series together. Now, their CP fans eagerly await the airing of "Our Generation."
2024 promises many exciting developments for fans of Chinese dramas, especially with the presence of these couples who demonstrate strong chemistry both on and off screen. So, do you have any favorite couples that didn't make it onto Upmedia's list? Share your favorite CPs from last year's Chinese dramas that weren't included in the comments!