Family by Choice has been garnering attention since news of the show came out. Be it from fans of Hwang In-yeop or fans of the Chinese original, the show has been on every Kdrama fan’s list for a very long time. Post the release of the first two episodes of the show, fans have been talking about the show and the cast with great enthusiasm. The remake has already become a favourite for many while fans of the original are eager to see some of their favourite scenes in this adaptation.
The show has only begun and we know that there is a long way to go. So why not take a look into other adaptations from Chinese novels and dramas while Family by Choice continues to release new episodes each week? With this, we bring to you a list of Korean adaptations of Chinese novels and dramas that you are sure to love! Some of which are also surprising and unexpected.
Korean Adaptations of Chinese Novels and Dramas
Moon Lovers Scarlet Heart Ryeo
One of the most unexpected dramas on this list for many is Moon Lovers Scarlet Heart Ryeo. The 2016 Kdrama that broke many hearts after its release has been a loved and hated drama for many fans, but the magic it created was unforgettable. However, this drama was an adaptation of the Chinese novel Bu Bu Jing Xin written by Tong Hua.
The novel also has two Chinese drama versions which have been a favourite among many fans. All the versions of the novel bring a charm of its own to fans of the plot and have been rated quite well. Recent news of the soon-to-arrive Thai version has once again made the drama popular as fans look forward to what the latest version is going to bring to the story.
A Korean Odyssey
Another Kdrama adapted from a Chinese novel, this show has also been a favorite among Kdrama lovers throughout the world. This popular drama ran from 2017 to 2018 and brought a romantic fantasy twist to the original novel. The drama was an adaptation of the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West and brings its charm to the story that has made it through the tests of time.
The Kdrama gained immense popularity upon its release and has remained a favorite among many. It is also one of the most suggested dramas for new Kdrama fans and continues to be loved by everyone.
A Love So Beautiful
Before Family by Choice, it was A Love So Beautiful that went through a similar period of eagerness and popularity among Chinese drama fans. While it tells tales of some dissatisfied fans who were unhappy with its inability to deliver the cute romance of the lead couple, it still manages to bring a unique version of the story.
Adapted from the Chinese web novel of the same name by Zhao Qian Qian, there is also a Thai version of the drama. However, despite all the remakes, it is the Chinese version that remains a fan favorite until today.
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Our Blooming Youth
Next is the historical mystery drama adapted from the popular novel The Golden Hairpin by Ce Ce Qing Han. The drama gained immense popularity among Kdrama lovers around the world due to its intense plot, amazing cast, and overall flow of the show. The adaptation manages to bring the essence of the novel and show a beautiful portrayal of the same, which only satisfies fans of the novel to a great extent.
The drama captures the intense palace play throughout the plot while highlighting the budding love of the protagonists. News of a Chinese drama based on the novel has been out for a while and fans are eagerly looking forward to its release. Especially so after the cast for the same was revealed.
Mr Queen
Finally, we have the popular historical drama Mr Queen on this list which has also been adapted from the Chinese drama Go Princess, Go! The 2015 drama had been popular upon its release and the same can be said for the Korean adaptation which brought immense laughter from fans everywhere. The popularity of the two versions cannot be denied or compared as they both show the unique touch of the countries they were made in.
Adapted from the popular novel The Promotion Record of a Crown Princess by Xian Cheng, the drama adaptations of the novel have been much loved by fans everywhere. The Korean spinoffs and compilations have also received a similar response from fans who were not ready to let go of the queen who brought a modern twist to the past.
Which of these is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!
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