K-Dramas like Kangxi Dynasty
Finished Kangxi Dynasty (2001) and want that feeling again? These 12 shows come closest.
12 shows with a similar feel
The Rise of Phoenixes (2018)Also dramaWhen a secret from the past rears its head, respected warrior Feng Zhiwei is forced to choose between revenge and her loyalty to ruling prince Ning Yi.
Nirvana in Fire (2015)Also dramaWeakened by illness but strong in mind, Mei Changsu enters court politics to seek justice for a tragedy long forgotten.
Forever Love (2023)Also dramaLin Zi Tong is the rich young heiress of the Li group: she is beautiful, cheerful, smart and straightforward. She has everything for her, including a devoted boyfriend, Chi Shan. But when she goes through family changes, this innocent young miss has to become stronger to not only face adversity but also the betrayal of her boyfriend, Chi Shan, and her so-called best friend, Xia Yu Wei, a deceitful hypocrite who on the surface treats Lin Zi Tong like a sister but is actually very jealous and wants to steal everything from her. Sheng Mo Yao is a brilliant medical student who succeeds in everything he does. He is handsome, appears sharp, cold and mysterious and is willing to do everything to protect Lin Zi Tong and help her in the shadows.
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Moonlight Mystique (2025)Also dramaBai Shuo, the youngest daughter of the General's Mansion, aspires to cultivate immortality in order to repay a favor. On her journey to seek immortality, she accidentally rescues the great demon god Fan Yue. As the saying goes, healthy fights strengthen relationships, and they go from mutual manipulation to mutual affection as they fall in love with each other, navigating a love affair intertwined with sweetness and cruelty. Even though they face countless difficulties, their love is strong enough to overcome all limitations, allowing them to truly embrace each other.
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My Journey To You (2023)Also dramaYun Wei Shan, a spy longing for freedom, infiltrates the palace to complete a mission. Within the eerie and mysterious palace, she encounters love and friendship, embarks on a journey of self-discovery, and finds the determination to move forward. Together with the rebellious nobleman Gong Ziyu, they grow and mature through their shared experiences.
Ming Dynasty in 1566 (2007)Also dramaA series based on the events in the reign of the Jiajing Emperor of the Ming dynasty.
Delicacies Destiny (2022)Also dramaA talented and kind chef, Ling Xiaoxiao, is accepted into the delicacy role of chef in an Imperial palace thanks to the appreciative appetite of the Crown Prince, Zhu Shoukui. Set on becoming the best Imperial Chef, with the Prince's help, Ling tries to navigate the pitfalls of palace life while remaining true to her goals in the face of forbidden love.
Love Between Lines (2026)Also dramaXiao Zhiyu and Hu Xiu are brought together by a Republic of China-themed murder mystery game. In the scripted NPC game filled with falling snow and spies in the shadows, the two ignite a fateful spark. An unexpected reunion in the real world reveals the mystery of each other's identities. The two shuttle between the misaligned time-spaces of reality and the script, and finally achieve two-way growth in the cross-dimensional bond, completing the transformation of love and self.
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Shine on Me (2025)Also dramaHer heart was anchored in an unrequited love, while the one who truly saw her from the beginning waited in the wings. A tale of a fateful first encounter that changes everything—and a second chance at a love that was always meant to be.
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Blossom (2024)Also dramaAfter a troubled childhood, Dou Zhao retreats to a village, where she meets Song Mo, a merchant with a hidden past. To navigate family schemes and personal challenges, they form an alliance, growing from reluctant partners to trusted allies as they strive to protect what matters most.
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Love in the Imperial Palace (2018)Also dramaThe story is about the love triangle between the fourth prince, the crown prince and the number one female scholar – ShuYuan during the Qing dynasty. With the war for love is also the war for the throne. The feminist plot, the uniqueness of the characters, and the ups and downs of the events are geared towards female viewers.
The Journey of Flower (2015)Also dramaBorn under an ominous star with a mysterious scent that attracts demons, a young woman sets out to find a master who can teach her to protect herself from the supernatural forces drawn to her.
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