Article: 10 Chinese Dramas That Were Inspired By Webtoons And Mangas

Dramas based on webtoons have been increasingly popular in recent years. This is because popular webtoons already have a core following. A webtoon's fans frequently request that it be turned into a drama. Webtoons are therefore being adapted into dramas in record numbers to keep up with demand.

1. Meteor Garden

A regular girl is accepted into the most elite school in the nation, where she meets F4, a select group of the four wealthiest and most attractive males: Xi Men, Mei Zuo, Dao Ming Si, and Hua Ze Lei. 18-year-old Shan Cai comes from a household that struggles to make ends meet. She enrolls in a school that only accepts members of the top-class elite as a result of a turn of events. She gets into arguments with her classmates immediately, especially the bully and spoiled Dao Ming Si. Even after becoming the object of several cruel jokes meant to torment her, she refuses to give up, and just when she's about to give up, Hua Ze Lei always appears to lend a helping hand. The four lads eventually understand Shan Cai's stubborn character, comparable to her namesake, a weed that is impossible to eradicate. She also starts to notice the positive qualities in the lads, which opens the door to friendship and, eventually, love. "Hana Yori Dango" manga adaptation

 

2. The Love Of Hypnosis

As the Qing Dynasty draws to a close, we encounter Ye Shen, a young fellow who was owing to a miscommunication, will run with Lu Man Sheng, the proprietor of a perfume shop. Lu Man Sheng has a unique calling: the capacity to support persons struggling with emotional issues. She guides them to a place of calm without any regrets, regardless of how their love story turns out. Lu Man Sheng experiences the same mistakes as others she advises regarding her romance with Ye Shen.

 

3. The King Of Blaze 

A tale about the romance that develops between the Fire God and the Wind Goddess as they put their lives in danger to protect their nation. The gods dwelt on a lovely world scattered among the stars thousands of years ago. There were six strong gods among them, including the God of Fire, the Goddess of the Wind, and the God of the Mountain. They kept order throughout the realms. The deities take a severe blow during a dangerous battle with dark forces. Following the rescue of Fire, Wind is nowhere to be found. Fire journeys to the illustrious Tang Dynasty, searching for a different energy source to rescue their home. There, he meets the Goddess of Wind, who reminds him precisely of his long-lost love, and the two begin a tangled affair. Adapted from You Su Lan's manhua "The King of Blaze"

 

4. Summer’s Desire

Between her wealthy boyfriend Ou Chen and the charming orphan Luo Xi, who will go to great lengths to win her attention, Yin Xia Mo is divided. Adapted from Ming Xiao Xi's book "Summer's Desire"

 

5. Symphony’s Romance

The talented pianist Li Zhen Yan had the entire world at his feet. When invitations to study overseas with some of the biggest musical minds of the modern period started to pour in, Zhen Yan shouldn't have been reluctant to explore a bigger world. However, he cannot forsake his old haunts. Zhen Yan is trapped in a diabolical world with no way out after suffering traumatic childhood. Atleast till he encounters Fang Xiao Wo. Probably greater than Zhen Yan, Xiao Wo is an extraordinarily gifted pianist, She isn't particularly appreciated by others around her, though, because of her peculiar behaviour and unusual attitude. Xiao Wo intrigues Zhen Yan just a bit, even though she is such an oddball, especially given that they both have an unshakeable love for music. Over time, as the two begin to spend more quality time together, Zhen Yan gradually develops the confidence to pursue his own aspirations. With Xiao Wo by his side, Zhen Yan's past wounds begin to heal, enabling him to dream in ways he never could have imagined. Zhen Yan and Xiao Wo bravely forge a promising new future together now that Zhen Yan is finally free from the ghosts of his past. Adapted from Ninomiya Tomoko's manga "Nodame Cantabile"

 

6. The Prince Of Tennis

Tennis prodigy Lu Xia has spent his entire life living abroad with his parents. He possesses the exceptional strength and tennis skills of his father. However, because of his father's influence, Lu Xia only uses tennis as a means of winning him over and completely loses interest in the game. After arriving home in China, he joins a high school tennis team and befriends several tennis legends. Here, he starts to understand the purpose of tennis and establish his own tennis identity. Lu Xia and his colleagues gain teamwork skills and a greater appreciation for friendships as they strive to win the national league.

 

7. Lookism

Lookism narrates the tale of Wen Shuai, an "ugly" child who was tormented in his first school and eventually mustered the guts to transfer. He then becomes aware that he has two completely different bodies: his exquisite body and his original unattractive body. Wen Shuai learns that he can switch between the two bodies. He will have one body while awake and the other while dozing off. Wen Shuai's life is entirely altered by the mystery surrounding the two bodies. He has never reaped the rewards of fame. But a deadly secret is hidden underneath this alluring beauty. The layers of the mystery start to come apart as Kris, the rightful owner of the gorgeous body, wakes up. Adapted from Park Tae Jun's webcomic "Lookism"

 

8. Say That You Love Me

It tells the tale of four young individuals who met at a university and grew close to one another. After three years of labor, Chi Zao Zao and two high school classmates have finally been accepted to their dream university. Zao Zao and Ou Hao Chen's exceptional student confession from the first day of school caught the attention of the other students on campus thanks to a fortunate happenstance. However, the calm Ou Hao Chen is extremely repulsed by this obstinate girl, which causes Zao Zao much sorrow. Han Fei, a friend of Hao Chen, also shows up at this time and repeatedly saves Zao Zao from uncomfortable situations, gradually bringing the two closer together. However, Shang Guan Yi, the ideal girl, attempts to seduce Hao Chen and sever Zao Zao and Hao Chen's relationship. Primarily adapted from Tada Kaoru's manga series "Itazura na Kiss"

 

9. Hikaru No Go

Shi Guang, a student in his sixth year of primary school, came across an antique Go board at his grandfather's home while looking for treasure and extra money. He was taken over by the ghost of Chu Ying, a Go master from the Southern Dynasty who lived during the rule of Emperor Song, as soon as he touched the game board. Chu Ying gave his entire life to Go. Shi Guang also gradually acquired a fondness for the game thanks to his influence. Adapted from Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata's manga of the same name.

 

10. Nana

Following the story of two young visionaries chasing their ambitions in the hopes of making it big in the city, NANA is based on the two girls, both named Nana, whose lives are recorded in the popular noughties series. A small-town girl and a punk rocker eventually wind up roommates after a string of coincidences results in them running into each other a few times. The two Nanas eventually get along well and pursue pleasure and fulfillment together. Adapted from the same-named Japanese manga