Villains are essential to the story as much as a hero. The story won't be compelling enough without a strong villain. Villains are not only male, but some dramas show female characters turning out to be villains. Here is a list of the top ten Female Villains in Chinese Dramas.
1. Sui He- Ashes Of Love
Sui He, played by Wang Yifei in the Ashes of Love, is a character who performs evil things for two reasons- for love and to stay in power as the leader of the Bird Tribe. There is a scene in the drama where Sui breaks down when the male lead reveals he never loved her and just wanted to find the truth.
2. Zhou Zhiruo- Heavenly Sword And Dragon Slaying
Zhou Xudan plays the role of Zhou Zhirou, whose love for Zhang Wuji changes her. The male lead, Zhang Wuji, leaves her after the female lead interferes with their ceremony to help and find his godfather. Zhirou removes the mask of innocence and uses her unorthodox Bone Claws to kill Zhao Min, the female lead. She attempts to kill her twice. The reason for her assassinations is her jealousy.
3. Xian Fei- Story Of Yanxi Palace
Xian Fei was once a kind but unfavored concubine who didn't care much about court politics. But after her father falls from power, she changes and starts by killing Jia Pin. She ploys for the downfall of Wei Yingluo. However, her ending is not as bad as others- it is tragic. She ends up where she started from, with no power and in isolation.
4. Feng Manna- Rookie Agent Rouge
Feng Manna is the best friend of Lan Yanzhi at the beginning of the series until Yanzhi betrays Manna and decides to help the Nationalist Party by revealing Manna's secret as spies. Yanzhi's action causes the death of Manna's parents, destroying their friendship. Yanzhi turns and gets forced to help the Japanese. She wants to capture and torture Yanzhi. Feng Manna betrays her country because of her broken friendship, which paints her as a traitor. She still believes her parents were correct.
5. Jia Li- All About Secrets
Jia Li, played by Ariel Liang in the Drama 'All About Secrets,' is a slightly annoying and sad character- you can't help but feel for her. Jia Li was once a friend of the protagonist Yu Chi Zi. She didn't take complicated revenge, but she backstabs without blinking an eye. She uses the information she learned from Chi Zi about the popular boy at school, Duan Bo Wen, use it to her advantage. Her pursuit and shameless flirting come as devious.
6. An Ning- Side By Side With You
In the Chinese drama 'Only Side By Side With You,' An Ning is a despicable Villain. She makes life a little hard for Shi Yue when she doesn't play according to the rules. An Ning is a power-hungry and cold exterior character who loves Shi Yue. She may be toxic and selfish, but she loves him in her way. Ning's marriage gets based on mistrust and abuse, so she views the caring and honorable Shi Yue as an oasis in her life.
7. Niuhulu Yu- War And Beauty
War and Beauty' is one of the most beloved Chinese historical imperial dramas. This series won almost all the awards in 2004. The emperor's favorite consort, Niuhulu Yu, played by Sheren Tang, is regarded as a sensible wife but cruel to anyone threatening her power. She didn't hesitate to enter Chan's bedroom after her death, even though the rumors said her ghost was there. This scene creates an impression of her ruthless character.
8. Empress Ulanara- Empresses In The Palace
The 2011 drama Empress in the Palace gets based on an internet novel by Liu Lianzi. The character played by Ada Choi- Empress Ulnara Yixiu, is one of the most memorable characters. Earlier, she comes across as a kind character whose position gets threatened when Consort Hua starts gaining popularity with the Emporer. Ulanara gradually reveals her darker and menacing side and plots the murder of other concubines, including her sister, to become empress.
9. Jin Yuyan- Ruyi's Royal Love In The Palace
In the drama 'Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace,' Consort Jia, played by the actress Xin Zhilei, is a manipulative character. She is a character with hidden wickedness. Jia may look innocent, but she is the mastermind behind many dirty plots to achieve her goals.
10. Yuan Chun- Princess Agents
Yuan Chun, played by Li Qin, is a Princess of Western Wei. Before she turned evil, she was a kind, tender, simple, and considerate woman in love with Princes Yan Xun. Yuan Chun refuses to marry the prince and suffers at the hands of Yan Xun's men for rape. She believed that she got betrayed by her father. The pain and humiliation caused her to turn cold and bitter person. She started to hate the Wei empire.
