Strong Female Lead is a popular tag in Chinese dramas that depicts a powerful and confident female protagonist who faces various challenges and triumphs over them. These dramas showcase the strength, resilience, and independence of women and are widely appreciated for their empowering message.
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The White Olive Tree
#1
Romance, Military
Chen Zheyuan, Liang Jie
Song Ran, a female reporter from Liangcheng TV, encounters danger while on an interview assignment in a turbulent Eastern country. Fortunately, she is rescued by Li Zan, a Chinese-American explosive engineer volunteering in the East. Li Zan's gentle nature and his heart full of love deeply attract Song Ran. Through their many interactions, Li Zan discovers that although Song Ran appears...Love in the Edge of Divorce
#2
Romance, Urban
Ren Shihao, Li Xingyao
The story revolves around a business-arranged marriage between two individuals who have never met. After three years, both are eager to dissolve this loveless union. However, due to a series of coincidences, their attempts to meet and finalize the divorce keep falling through. An unexpected incident leads to an intimate encounter between them. When they meet again, miscommunication...Riverside Code at Qingming Festival
#3
Historical, Suspense
Zhang Songwen, Bai Baihe
During the Northern Song Dynasty, in a corner of Que'er Alley in Bianliang City, lived a family of five with vastly different personalities: Zhao Bu-you, Wen Yue, and their household. Zhao Bu-you was a low-ranking clerk in the Court of Judicial Review, content with leading a simple life, while his wife, Wen Yue, was determined to buy land and property. Despite their frequent quarrels,...The Legend of Taotie
#4
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
An Yuexi, Wang Youshuo
In the city of Wuxia within the Great Liang Kingdom, Tianxiang Tower is a place so renowned for its delicacies that even the most powerful nobles and officials are willing to go to great lengths to taste its cuisine. Tianxiang Tower is home to two legendary figures: the enchanting and stunningly beautiful young proprietress, Zhu Chengbi, whose culinary skills are unmatched, and the...Blossom
#5
Historical, Romance
Meng Ziyi, Li Yunrui
Dou Zhao, who lost her mother at a young age, becomes disillusioned with love and familial affection due to the hardships and upheavals in her life. Facing challenges such as scheming stepmothers and safeguarding her family’s assets, she retreats to a remote estate, dedicating herself to learning and self-reliance. On a stormy night, she encounters Song Mo, disguised as a merchant...Love in the Desert
#6
Historical, Romance
Hani Kyzy, Alen Fang
Huang Beishuang, the most beautiful woman of the desert and the princess of a fallen tribe, unexpectedly becomes the envoy for the arranged marriage of the Enaci tribe, heading to Yunpei City. Along the way, she crosses paths with Huo Qingyun, the lord of Beijing, and is reluctantly drawn into the power struggle to unify the desert. Meanwhile, the desert bandit Ruo Wen, after mistakenly...A Talented Girl Grows up
#7
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Chen Fangtong, Zhao Wenhao
The "World's Number One Scholar," Wen Chenyu, encounters the fake "World's Number One Talented Girl," Cheng Manyi, and the two embark on a contract life as "teacher and student by day, husband and wife by night." As they grow from acquaintances to lovers, they support each other through challenges, determined to change the Feng Dynasty. However, due to a conspiracy, they are forced...The First Shot
#8
Crime, Suspense
Huang Jingyu, Zhang Yu, Wang Ziqi
In 1997, before the Drug Enforcement Administration was established, the sudden outbreak of a drug crisis prompted the northeastern city of Halan to assemble an elite team. Each member had their own strengths, but they knew nothing about the new types of drugs. These young detectives not only had to face the ruthless drug cartels and their cunning smuggling methods but also had to endure...We All Lie
#9
Romance, Suspense
Li Zifeng, He Hongshan
The sweet marriage between renowned screenwriter Su Li and popular actor Zhang Shuheng is the envy of many. However, this seemingly strong happiness begins to crack when Su Li receives an anonymous message revealing that Zhang Shuheng is having an affair. As she delves deeper into the investigation, Su Li eventually confirms her husband’s infidelity and discovers that the other woman...Go East
#10
Historical, Comedy, Drama
Tan Jianci, Zhou Yiran, Du Chun
During the Anping era of the Dayong dynasty, Yuan Mo, a commoner from Changle City, was handling documentation for foreign visitors at the city gate while holding the seal of the Sifang Office. Unexpectedly, he encountered Ashu, a refugee from the Yanle Kingdom trying to sneak into the city, and due to an error, was demoted and sent to the Sifang Office under the newly appointed frontier...Embracing the Moon the Cloud
#11
Romance, Historical
Guo Jianan, Sun Yiran
More than a decade ago, a treasure map led to the massacre of the Li family, prominent officials of the previous dynasty. Years later, the orphaned Li Yunzhi returns, harboring deep-seated hatred. She disrupts the marriage alliance of the Ye family and, with Princess Ye Lingyue, carefully schemes to place herself beside the sickly Prince Song Chen, awaiting the perfect moment for revenge....Enslaved by Love
#12
Romance, Historical
Xu Zhenzhen, Cheng Yufeng
Xie Yun, the daughter of the Xie family, once knew and loved Yin Ji. However, she was misunderstood as a betrayer by marrying the Prince of Qi, leading to their tragic separation. After Yin Ji ascended the throne, Xie Yun endured a hellish palace life. Despite the tangled web of love and hate between them, Xie Yun remained true to her heart. Together, they thwarted the rebels' conspiracies.The Tale of Rose
#13
Romance, Life
Liu Yifei, Tong Dawei
Born into a scholarly family, Huang Yimei grew up with great care and displayed artistic talent from a young age. As she entered the workforce, Huang Yimei quickly gained recognition and became indispensable. She met and fell in love with her partner, Zhuang Guodong, but they ultimately missed their chance to be together. This professional experience gave her a clearer plan for her...The Double
#14
Historical, Romance, Drama
Wu Jinyan, Wang Xingyue, Chen Xinhai
Xue Li, the daughter of a well-off and content county magistrate, loses everything after a major upheaval. Saved by her benefactor, Jiang Ruoyu, the daughter of the Minister of Rites, she returns to the capital city in Jiang Ruoyu's identity. With the help of people like Xiao Heng, the Duke of Suguo, she overcomes numerous challenges, continually fights against injustice, and ultimately...My Wife's Double Life
#15
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Daddi Tang, Sabrina Zhuang
The mysterious thief "Liu Ye Thief", whose name is Liu Rong, was saved by Duke Su 13 years ago during a flood in the south. To repay him for saving her life, Liu Rong marries Xu Muchen as Su Jinzhen, the daughter of Duke Su. Both husband and wife have no feelings for this marriage. On the surface, Liu Rong is the gentle and caring Mrs. Xu, but in secret, she is the "Liu Ye Thief". Under...Nancheng Banquet
#16
Romance, Historical, Comedy
Wang Youshuo, Zhao Zhaoyi
A top-secret assassination mission intertwines the lives of the righteous heroine Fu Xiao and the scheming commander Yan Changyun, who initially have nothing to do with each other. A single misstep leads to Fu Xiao's mission failure, causing her to lose her memory and become an innocent "little white rabbit." She is then forced to become embroiled in Yan Changyun's grand revenge scheme....Fox Spirit Matchmaker: Red-Moon Pact
#17
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Yang Mi, Gong Jun
The head of the righteous Tu Shan Fox Clan, Tushan Honghong, with a noble heart, encounters and gradually falls in love with Donggang Yuechu, a descendant of the Dong Fang family. To protect their beloved and maintain peace between the two clans, these two lovers have to endure countless hardships and face numerous trials in a journey marked by twists and turns.Reblooming Blue
#18
Romance, Urban
Victoria Song, Vic Chou
The girl Chen Xiaoman, who has been striving in the big city, works hard and lives frugally, saving up to invest in her family's porcelain business. However, she is forced to return to her hometown after a series of job losses. At this time, Chen Xiaoman's boss, Ke Yan, also faces unprecedented setbacks. In order to turn the tide, Ke Yan comes to Chen Xiaoman's hometown seeking help...The Substitute Princess's Love
#19
Historical, Romance, Comedy
Dylan Kuo, Zhang Miaoyi
The God of War, Wen Ye, died in battle on the eve of his wedding, and the whole nation mourned. The bride-to-be was the legitimate daughter of the Shen family, and Lady Shen was reluctant to let her daughter marry and become a widow. However, she was also afraid of being criticized for canceling the wedding. So, she found Shen Keyi, her illegitimate daughter who had been living outside,...In the Name of the Brother
#20
Suspense, Political, Historical
Qin Hao, Yang Mi
In the spring and summer of 1945, Communist intelligence operative Song Zhuowen successfully infiltrated the Harbin Special Service Division of the puppet Manchukuo regime. Utilizing his exceptional deductive skills and meticulous approach, Song gained the admiration of his superiors while also drawing jealousy and covert hostility from his colleagues. In order to uncover the location...Shooting Stars
#21
War, Suspense, Drama
Li Xian, Ren Min, Zhou You
During the war, Shao Yi, who came from a family of senior Kuomintang officials, was about to join the navy and realise his dream of becoming a ship's captain. But an unexpected trip to Shanghai changed Shao Yi's life forever. He changes his name to Xia Jicheng and becomes a junior police officer in a rundown police station. It is here that Xia Jicheng meets two of the most important...Sword and Fairy 1
#22
Historical, Fantasy
He Yu, Yang Yutong, Xu Hao
From childhood, Li Xiaoyao dreamt of becoming a great swordsman. His encounter with the secluded girl Zhao Ling'er and his journey to help her find her mother unfold into a tale where he also meets the willful beauty Lin Yueru, the talented scholar Liu Jinyuan, the mischievous Miaojiang girl Anu, and the loyal guard Tang Yu. These six youths, each from different backgrounds with distinct...Blossoms in Adversity
#23
Romance, Historical
Hu Yitian, Zhang Jingyi
Qinggui Hua Mansion suddenly faces confiscation and exile, leaving only women and children desperate and destitute. Miss Huazhi, no longer pretending to be foolish and naive, leads the women, navigating through adversity with determination and wit. Along the way, she turns the Qixiu Defterdar Gu Yanxi into the charming and beloved "Mr. Yan." Amidst the chaos and warmth, Huazhi evolves...Fry Me to the Moon
#24
Urban, Drama
Song Yi, Charmaine Sheh, Li Chun
Chengdu native Lu Zhenzhen works at a hotel in Beijing, enjoying a successful career and a sweet romance. Her fiery best friend, Gu Manting, chooses to stay in bustling Chengdu to assist her Sichuanese father, renowned chef Gu Dapeng, in running the time-honored restaurant "Chuan Bailou." Both were smoothly progressing on their respective paths until the appearance of Liang Qingran,...War of Faith
#25
Historical, Political, War
Wang Yibo, Li Qin
In Shanghai in 1930, Wei Ruolai, an ordinary employee of the Central Bank of the Kuomintang, gradually earns the appreciation of senior advisor Shen Tunan due to his outstanding work ability. During this process, Wei Ruolai witnesses numerous instances of corruption and darkness within the Kuomintang's financial sector. Lost and depressed, Communist Party member Shen Jinzhen illuminates...The Legend of Shen Li
#26
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Zhao Liying, Lin Gengxin
The ancient gods perished, leaving only the last one in the world - Xing Zhi. According to rumors, this immortal had lived alone in the heavens for tens of thousands of years, without emotion or desire. During the war between the immortals and the devils, he saved the world with his own strength, and since then, he has kept the door closed and is nowhere to be found. Hundreds of years...Ode to Joy 5
#27
Romance, Life, Drama
Jiang Shuying, Yang Caiyu, Karlina Zhang
The five girls on the 22nd floor continue to accompany each other through life's ups and downs. Despite facing more challenges, their deepening understanding and growing bond enable them to support each other through these tough times. Ye Zhenzhen, amidst her passion for scientific research, finds herself frequently affected by David's family matters, making simple living a challenge....Secrets of the Shadow Sect
#28
Wuxia, Historical, Romance
Hu Yiyao, Lin Zehui, Yuan Ziming
In the martial world, Ling Tian Palace is a powerful yet reclusive sect, known for its ambiguous stance between good and evil. Ten years ago, the young palace master, Ling Xuan, encountered a dying pair of siblings during her travels. In exchange for saving the sister, she made a ten-year pact with the brother, bringing him into the Shadow Sect of Ling Tian Palace for training. If he...The Hunter
#29
Crime, Suspense
Zhang Songwen, Annabel Yao
In the tranquil coastal town of Sanping, the anti-drug task force accidentally seizes a batch of a new and exceptionally rare form of crystal meth during an operation, both in scale and purity. Sanping Public Security immediately launches an investigation. Zhao Younan, a former military policewoman transitioning into civilian life, with her sharp instincts and insightful deduction...Life Is Drama
#30
Romance, Drama
Wang Xuan, Pu Yutong
After experiencing a family upheaval, Shangguan Chuxia loses her memory and is adopted, taking on the alias Feng Dongdong. By Chance, she meets Yun Su and unexpectedly recalls her true identity. To uncover the truth, she transforms into a bold and spirited maid, taking charge of the Shangguan family. Together with her contracted fiancé, Yun Su, they join forces to bring the culprits...Fighting for Love
#31
Historical, Romance, Military
Crystal Zhang, Zhang Haowei
The Duke of Nan Xia, the family of A Mai, was killed by Chen Qi, a childhood friend. After a few years, A Mai grew up to be a young girl and dressed as a man in Jianghu to seek revenge on Chen Qi. By chance, she saved Shang Yizhi, the son of the Princess, and then helped him to escape from his predicament many times. Their fates have been intertwined ever since. When war broke out,...Sword and Fairy
#32
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Xu Kai, Esther Yu, Fu Xinbo
Yue Jinzhao, a young man from a small town, and his sister, Yue Qi, have been wandering in the Jinghu for many years. By chance, they meet the young master of the Luo family, Luo Zhaoyin, and learn that Yue Qi's mother, Chu Yu, is the head of the dreaded Kunpeng Valley. The people have been suffering for years because of the "magic medicine - Qi Yuan Zhu" spread in the Kunpeng Valley,...Sword and Fairy 4
#33
Historical, Fantasy, Romance
Ju Jingyi, Chen Zheyuan, Mao Zijun
Yun Tianhe is a straightforward character who lost his parents at a young age. Through a chance encounter, he meets Han Lingsha, a girl who intrudes into his father's tomb, and they form an inexplicable bond. Along the way, he also meets another girl named Liu Mengli. In order to uncover his father's past and search for his own identity, Yun Tianhe, Han Lingsha, and Liu Mengli become...Our Interpreter
#34
Urban, Romance, Drama
Victoria Song, Chen Xingxu
Lin Xi, a "magical girl" in the translation industry, reunites with her ex-boyfriend Xiao Yicheng. Eight years ago, in order to fulfill her mother's unfulfilled career dream, Lin Xi broke up with Xiao Yicheng and became a professional interpreter for the United Nations. Eight years later, Lin Xi is now the youngest chief interpretation expert and the "Queen of Performance" at Huasheng,...Derailment
#35
Urban, Fantasy, Romance
Liu Haocun, Lin Yi
A “Time travel” which has many secrets made Jiang Xiaoyuan, a rich girl, turn into a low-level working girl with the same name. Struggling to survive, she met her mysterious childhood sweetheart Qi Lian. Together they searched for the truth. On the way to uncovering the "fog", they compose the song of love and career together, performing an inspirational life.The Last Immortal
#36
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Zhao Lusi, Wang Anyu
Gu Jin is the son of a god. His divine power is sealed. Feng Ying is a new phoenix emperor. They meet by accident, embarking on a journey to find Feng Ying's immortal spirit. Since then, under the accompaniment of A Yin, Hong Yi, and Yan Shuang, they collect Feng Yin's immortal spirit along the way. Through many difficulties, defeating the villain Qinglin and his subordinates, they...Battle Through the Heaven
#37
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
He Luoluo, Ding Xiaoying
After Xiao Yan fulfilled his three-year agreement with Nalan Yanran, the Xiao family unexpectedly suffered an attack from the Yunlan Sect, and his father, Xiao Zhan, was captured by the enemy. In order to rescue his father and restore the glory of the Xiao family, Xiao Yan followed the advice of his master Yao Chen and returned to the Jia Nan Academy. He aimed to obtain the "Xin Yan"...A Journey to Love
#38
Historical, Action, Wuxia
Liu Shishi, Liu Yuning
the former left envoy of Zhuyi Guard of An Kingdom, , Ren Ruyi, became a member of the Emperor's welcoming team of Wu Kingdom due to a fortuitous opportunity. Together with the Wu Kingdom Liudao Hall Master Ning Yuanzhou, Princess Yang Ying, the intelligent youth Yuan Lu, and the imperial guard Qian Zhao, they experienced life and death, growing together.I May Love You
#39
Urban, Romance, Drama
Miles Wei, Huang Riying
Tang Xin has always been crushing on her boss, Tang Yu, but unfortunately, his boss has fallen in love with Tang Xin’s best friend by mistake. After Tang Yu failed to confess his love, Tang Xin took the opportunity to confess to him but was unexpectedly rejected. After she realizes that she and her boss are not possible, Tang Xin lets go of it. She puts aside her humble unrequited...Story of Kunning Palace
#40
Historical, Romance, Fantasy
Bai Lu, Zhang Linghe
Jiang Xuening once struggled hard to become a queen, only to be driven to suicide in a palace mutiny. Now, Jiang Xuening's dream is to get away from power and take charge of her own life. But by chance she enters the palace as a companion, becoming a student of the imperial teacher Xie Wei, and meets Xue Shu, the niece of Empress Dowager Xue, who enters the palace at the same time....Wonderland of Love
#41
Historical, Romance, Drama
Xu Kai, Jing Tian
When the dynasty is in turmoil and imperial power is at risk, Li Yi, the grandson of the emperor, is forced to take on the important task of quelling the rebellion. He and Cui Lin, the only daughter of a general are each leading an army in the dispute. They fight against each other among various forces and fall in love during several encounters, staging a romantic love story.The Fearless
#42
Urban, Romance, Law
Rayzha Alimjan, Wang Yang, Chuo Ni
Luo Yingzi never dreamed that, after sailing smoothly for 28 years, she would suddenly find herself in dire straits. It was her husband Liu Ming's thirtieth birthday, and she had just received her lawyer's license. She had thought it was a good day, so she had carefully prepared a table of food. However, after waiting at home all night, Liu Ming left, abandoning all their past affections....Rising With The Wind
#43
Urban, Romance, Business
Gong Jun, Zhong Chuxi, Wu Xuanyi
Jiang Hu, a smart and capable but capricious and arrogant girl, has been living under the protection and aura of her father Jiang Qisheng, the chairman of a clothing company. A sudden accident turned her life upside down. When Jiang Hu was tempted to commit suicide, she was rescued by Xu Si, an investor with whom she has always been at odds. Xu Si’s cynical remarks provoked Jiang...Mr. & Mrs. Chen
#44
Suspense, Romance, Crime
Guan Xiaotong, Elvis Han
In 1940 Shanghai, Chen Jiaping, an underground member of the Chinese Communist Party codenamed "Mei Hua Si", is on a mission when he runs into his former fiancée Zuo Shuangtao at a critical moment when he is almost exposed. At this time, Zuo Shuangtao is already a spy of the Kuomintang military system and is looking for a way out of her predicament after a failed assassination mission....Miss Mystery
#45
Romance, Drama
Chen Shujun, Yang Yeming
Xue Tong, a wealthy heiress, witnessed her entire family tragically wiped out in her childhood. Eighteen years later, she assumed the identity of "Lin Bao'er" and returned to her hometown. After careful planning, she vowed to eliminate each person responsible for her family's murder!The Truth of Scent
#46
Suspense, Crime, Thriller
Yao Chi, Kevin Xiao, Gong Wanyi
Wen Xiang is a young girl who just suffered a tragic family murder case. She has special powers. She meets a degenerate detective, Wang Ya. They help a magician, Mo Xe, who is involved in a murder case, to clear his name, and together they start the Wen Xiang Detective Agency. The three of them unravel the "fog" and solve a number of strange cases, but they also gradually "smell" the...Love Strikes Back
#47
Romance, Drama, Urban
Guo Jianan, Yang Xue'er
Lady Lin Yan, the daughter of the Lin family, experiences betrayal from her fiancé, Ma Chengjun, and her best friend, Wen Lili. Devastated, she accidentally falls from a building and becomes a vegetative state patient. When Lin Yan, who has no real power, awakens, she pretends to have amnesia as part of her plan for revenge. She signs a contract with her silent protector, bodyguard...Faithful
#48
Historical, Suspense, Thriller
Janice Wu, Li Jiahang, Qiao Zhenyu
The girl Lin Rulan, ignoring the opposition of her close friend Meng Wan, staked her own reputation and accused the owner of the Embroidery Pavilion, Wu Lian. However, her attempts to report to various authorities were in vain, and she found herself isolated and without support. In the end, she took her own life to prove her innocence. Meng Wan, after seven years of hardship, gathered...South Wind Knows
#49
Urban, Romance, Medical
Cheng Yi, Zhang Yuxi
Fu Yunshen, a drug designer, and Zhu Jiu, a surgeon, carry out humanitarian medical aid in a less developed areas. They experience the time from misunderstanding to being in love. But before confessing their feelings, Fu Yunshen falls into a low point in life by an accident. He cut off the contact with Zhu Jiu. A year later, Zhu Jiu works as Fu Yunshen’s family doctor. They reunited....Parallel World
#50
Adventure, Suspense, Romance
Ni Ni, Bai Yu
"The desert rose", Ye Liuxi, and the brave desert guide, Chang Dong, join forces and travel deep into the desert to unravel the mystery of their origins and uncover the truth about their past. The desert is full of crises and an invisible hand seems to be pulling them into the weathered Yu Men. As they navigate with many forces, they deduce the truth from the mystery and learn about...
