Xu Kai 10 Best Chinese Dramas You Should Watch

Xu Kai, also known as Xu Soso, english name Kevin Xu is a Chinese actor and model. In 2013, Xu won the championship in print ads modeling contests held in Guangzhou.

He gained mainstream recognition with his role as Fucha Fuheng in Story of Yanxi Palace, which was a huge hit in China and across Asia. Forbes China listed Xu under their 30 Under 30 China 2019 list which consisted of 30 influential people under 30 years old who have had a substantial effect in their fields.

Here are the 10 Xu Kai 10 Best Chinese Dramas You Should Watch

Untouchable Lovers 

Supporting Role:  as Shen Yu: Rong Zhi’s bodyguard. He and Qingyue are bickering lovers.

• Language: Mandarin
• Episodes: 54
• Director: Li Huizhu
• Origin: China
• Broadcast Period: January 14, 2018 – April 16, 2018
• Also Starring: Guan Xiao Tong as Liu Chu Yu, Song Wei Long as Rong Zhi and Hong Yao as Huan Yuan

Synopsis: In an attempt to overthrow the tyrannical King Liu Zi Ye, an organization replaced his equally ruthless sister with their look-a-like assassin. But her cover was at risk of being blown by the princess’ companion Rong Zhi, who happened to be a spy from a rival country. Their relationship developed as they tried to undercut each other’s subterfuge. The scheming ends with Rong Zhi’s lead but what happens when their old love tale gets retold?

Lin Chu Yu becomes a princess married to Northern Wei and of course, to Rong Zhi, who in this case is the Prince Regent. Rong Zhi on the other hand, takes in a concubine on their wedding night and chooses to sleep with her instead of the princess. What will happen to their love story as time progresses? What will be of the almighty and scheming people of Northern Wei?

Story of Yanxi Palace 

Main Role: as Fuca Fuheng; Leader of the imperial guards, younger brother of Empress Xiaoxianchun. He is a foil for the Emperor, since he is a rather free man without the hamper of pomp and circumstance. In this way, he can be truer himself in love and life, and he maximizes the privilege by being upfront and forward in his feelings, without the hesitation and unease that clouds every step taken by his more powerful superior.

• Genre: Romance, Period drama
• Episodes: 70
• Broadcast network: iQiyi
• Broadcast period: Jul-19, 2018 to Aug. 30, 2018
• Also Starring: Wu Jin Yan as Wei Yingluo,  Nie Yuan as Hongli and Qin Lan as Fucha Langhua

A story revolving around a palace maid with a plucky attitude, street smarts, and a good heart as she maneuvers the dangers in the palace to become a concubine of Emperor Qian Long. During the 6th year of the Qian Long’s reign, Wei Ying Luo finds her way to the Forbidden City as a palace maid to investigate the truth behind her older sister’s death. She vows to exact justice after learning that Hong Zhou is connected to the case. The kind and gentle Empress Xiao Xian Chun worries that Wei Ying Luo would tread on a path of no return, so she does everything in her power to help Ying Luo and to be her pillar of support. Under the Empress’ guidance, Ying Luo becomes a female official and starts to let go of her hatred. However, the Empress dies an untimely death. Misunderstandings arise between Ying Luo and Emperor Qian Long yet they eventually learn to see eye to eye and to find comfort in each other inside the palace that is full of intrigue and conspiracy

Arsenal Military Academy:

 Main Role: as Gu Yan Zhen .

• Genre: Action, War
• Episodes: 48
• Broadcast network: iQiyi
• Broadcast period: Aug 6, 2019 – Sep 6, 2019
• Also Starring: Bai Lu as Xie Yu, Gao Yuer as Jin Xian Ro

Synopsis: Xie Xiang disguises as a guy and sneaks into the Yunnan Military Academy to attend lessons. There, she meets two vastly different guys in Gu Yanzhen and Shen Junshan. The youths work together to fend off their enemies, and in the process learns valuable life lessons.

The Legends:

Main Role: as Mo Qing / Li Chen Lan: Son of the old Demon King. A reticent and silent man who only loves Lu Zhaoyao and is loyal to her. He takes over the position of the Sect Leader after Zhaoyao’s disappearance, and rebuilds the sect to her original wishes.

• English title: The Legends
• Genre: Xianxia, Romance
• Episodes: 55
• Broadcast period: January 28 – April 3, 2019
• Also starring: Bai Lu as Lu Zhaoyao; Dai Xu as Jiang Wu; Xiao Yan as Qin Zhiyan

Synopsis: Lu Zhaoyao saves Mo Qing (Li Chenlan) who was held in captive, discover that Li Chenlan was one step ahead of her in seizing the demonic sword. The enormous impact of the Wan Yun sword caused Zhaoyao to be injured. Five years later when she fully recovered, Zhaoyao decides to return to her own sect, but find out that Li Chenlan is now the leader of the sect. Zhaoyao conceals her identity, and using Li Chenlan’s love for her, sent him to complete various dangerous missions. However she gradually became touched by Li Chenlan’s love for her. Eventually, the two would work together to defeat the reawakened Luo Mingxuan.

Once Upon a Time in Lingjian Mountain:

Main Role as Wang

• Genre: Xianxia, comedy
• Episodes: 37
• Broadcast network: iQiyi, Tencent
• Broadcast period: Nov, 12
• Also Starring: Sandrine Pinna as Wang Wu, Gao Yu Er as Feng Ling

Synopsis: A story that follows Wang Lu, a young genius, who enters the Lingjian Mountain Sect and embarks on an unconventional journey towards immortal cultivation.

Zhaoge:

Supporting Role: As Yang Jian : Jiang Ziya’s capable right-hand-man and The strongest general of Xiqi State.

• Genre: Historical, Mythology, Romance
• Episodes: 50
• Broadcast network: IQiyi
• Broadcast period: 2020
• Also Starring: Zhang Zhe Han as  Ji Fa, Wu Jin Yan  as Daji

Synopsis:  The series is set in the later years of Shang dynasty, and revolves around Ji Fa‘s life as a hostage in Zhaoge and his journey to become a legendary ruler. It involves fantasy elements originating from Investiture of the Gods.

Imperial Cuisine: 

Main Role: as Lu Xingqiao: a former beggar and Su Yuehua, a genius cook

• Also Known As: Shang Shi
• Genres: Food, Friendship, Romance, Drama
• Episodes: 50
• Airs: 2020
•  Network: Hunan TV
• Also Starring: Bai Lu as Yao Zijin

Synopsis: Set during the Ming dynasty, the drama revolves around the food bureau of the imperial palace. To host diplomatic corps and government intelligence agencies from around the world, the Yongle Emperor decides to recruit women who are talented in cooking to the food bureau. After a tough selection, Yao Zijin manage to enter the food bureau as a palace maid. She meets Lu Xingqiao, a former beggar and Su Yuehua, a genius cook. The three of them work together and encourage one another, coming up with unique cuisines which incorporate Chinese medicine, and also re-creating old classic famous dishes. Yao Zijin slowly works her way up in the food bureau, and also improving her craft at the same time. Finally, she realizes the real meaning of “food” and decides to give up competing for the position of “Shang Shi”, instead deciding to leave the palace and spread the beauty of Chinese cuisine among the ordinary folks.

Ode to Daughter of Great Tang (Court Lady):

Main Role as Cheng Chumo:  a playful and wayward young man. He falls in love with Fu Rou (Li Yi Tong), the  daughter of a merchant family. In order to win Fu Rou’s heart, Chu Mo begins to study diligently.

• Genre: Historical
• Episodes: 45
• Episodes: 70
• Broadcast period: Expected in 2020
• Duration: 45 min
• Also Starring: Li Yi Tong as Fu Rou, Tan Jian Ci as Li Ke

Synopsis: Drama that follows son of one of founding marshals of the Tang Empire, Cheng Chumo ( Xu Kai ) a playful and wayward young man. He falls in love with Fu Rou (Li Yi Tong), the  daughter of a merchant family. In order to win Fu Rou’s heart, Chu Mo begins to study diligently.

Chu Mo soon decided to follow in father’s footstep and serve his country by fighting against pirates who are harassing the coast of China.

Falling Into Your Smile:

Main role: as Lu Sicheng: a professional gamer.

• Adapted from Ni wei xiao shi hen mei (你微笑时很美) by Qing Mei
• Genre: eSports, Romance, Youth
• Episodes:
• Broadcast network: Tencent
• Broadcast period: 2020
• Also starring: Cheng Xiao as Tong Yao

Dance of the Empire:

Main Role: as Li Xuan a half-human and half-demon.

• Genre: Historical, fantasy
• Episodes:
• Broadcast network: iQiyi
• Broadcast period: 2020
• Also starring: Wu Jia Yi as Su Youling and Hani Kezi as Long Wei’er

Synopsis: Set in the Tang era, where humans co-exists alongside demons. A man who is of half-human and half-demon blood named Li Xuan broke the temporal peace of the world. The story follows Li Xuan as he deals with the responsibility of protecting his different bloodlines, as well as his relationship with Su Youling, a spy from the demon tribe and his human lover, Long Wei’er.