Movies and TvShows featuring "smart-female-lead" theme.
Cheng Chumo, once a shiftless young man, transforms his life after falling for Fu Rou, a diligent merchant's daughter. To win her heart, Chumo dedicates himself to studying and eventually decides to serve his country by leading a campaign against coastal pirates. Meanwhile, Fu Rou becomes a court-weaving official through a series of events, complicating their secret meetings. As she uncovers dark secrets and a dangerous plot, Fu Rou and Chumo must use their wits and skills to overcome their challenges together.
A young wanderer with an extraordinary business sense and a masked hero saves her resulting in them falling in love. When the wanderer is revealed to be the Divine Maiden who will obtain a legendary treasure, various enemies hunt her down. She then lives life on the run and meets her savior who turns out to be the ambitious prince that wants to take the throne.
The Princess Weiyoung is a historical romance drama set in ancient China. The story follows the journey of a young princess who seeks revenge for the death of her family and fights for love amidst court intrigue and power struggles. With a hidden identity, she navigates the palace intrigues while facing jealous rivals and falling in love. Will she be able to achieve her revenge and find true love?
A woman attempting to reboot her life returns to Korea and becomes entangled with her childhood friend — with whom she shares a complicated history.
What's Wrong with Secretary Kim is a romantic comedy TV show that follows the story of a narcissistic vice president and his efficient secretary as they gradually realize their feelings for each other.
Sound of the Desert traces the fate of Xin Yue, a young orphan who was adopted by the nomadic Xiongnu tribe. When political turmoil forces Xin Yue to flee, she finds herself in the company of two very different, but alluring men: Mo Xun, a kind soul, and Wei Wu Ji, a cold general. As Xin Yue travels throughout a vast desert of possibilities, she must ask herself who she loves most in this delicate dance of love.
Devoted to becoming an international lawyer, Ayukawa Wakaba is full of ambition. Her hard work pays off when she lands a job at an international law firm, but to her disappointment, the first prestigious assignment that is given to her is to babysit the boss' 5 year old daughter, Hinata. Wakaba loathes kids and nursing, but unwillingly takes on the job as she is fixated on wealth and success. One day when she goes to a preschool to pick up Hinata, she meets a man named Yamada Sota. Sota is a man without higher education, wealth, or a future goal, someone that Wakaba absolutely cannot stand, the complete opposite of her ideals. Once again, contrary to her will, she ends up looking after Hinata and a few other kids along with Sota. Despite being exhausted from all the first-time experiences in child care, Wakaba begins to realize what is truly important to her.
Haruko Abe (Emi Takei) received her meteorologist license at the age of 11. She is a genius weatherwoman. Haruko now works as a meteorologist on a morning information program. Due to her incredibly blunt personality, a lot of people at her workplace dislikes her. Meanwhile, Haruko tries to solve cases with Detective Gota Aoki (Tadayoshi Okura), using her extensive knowledge of the weather.
A male student's body is found at school. Authorities assume that the student killed himself in a fall. Other students at the school hold a trial to uncover the truth behind his death.
Based on Mo Shu Bai's novel of the same name, the story follows Liu Yuru, the daughter of a cloth merchant who suffered from a young age. She is married off to notorious playboy Gu Jiusi, who looks down on her. However, Liu Yuru decides to learn business from Gu's mother and becomes adept at it. She changes her view of Gu Jiusi and discovers his pure and sincere side. Meanwhile, the commander of Yangzhou causes chaos, forcing Gu's family to flee. Gu Jiusi matures and becomes the Minister of Revenue, working to lighten the tax burden on the people. Liu Yuru establishes a women's charity and builds business relationships to bring prosperity to the people. Together, they create a prosperous era.
Based on a hit Wattpad novel with more than 130 million reads. Luna and Kalix were still students, when their budding romance was cut short. Years after, fate finds a way for them to work together on a special project.
A quirky genius girl named Ji Man loses her memory through an accident, and inexplicably replaced her twin sister and entered the Hou Manor. With her outstanding wits and business acumen, she managed to resolve numerous crises, eventually winning the favor of Ning Yu Xuan, the cold and arrogant young master of Hou manor.
A cynical woman who lives alone runs into a powerful general who falls in love with her at first sight. She has trust issues; he has secrets that even he doesn't know about. Together, they start to investigate those secrets.
Join Feng Lan Xi and Feng Xi Yun as they embark on a journey to explore the world and face its challenges together. Along the way, they encounter thrilling adventures and form an unbreakable bond.
My Little Happiness tells the story of Wei Jinbei, a young and talented architect, who reconnects with his first love, Tong Xiaoyou, after many years. As they live next door to each other, their childhood crush is rekindled, leading to a beautiful love story filled with laughter, tears, and the ups and downs of life.
Yamaneko is notoriously elusive, but wherever he shows up, enormous amounts of money gets stolen. Evidence of the audacious crime is left scattered all over the place. In every episode, Yamaneko the hero thief throws a splash of “rotten justice” in your face. Pretentiously calling himself a “genius thief,” Yamaneko is arrogant and acts like he's the king of the world. Everything he does is bold and daring, but he remains elusive. There is indeed no match for Yamaneko. He goes by one creed alone—“I will steal but I won’t deprive.” Why does he steal? Just what is he all about?
A competent secretary and a narcissistic boss fall in love while uncovering a traumatic past that causes them to question whether their feelings are real or the result of a shared trauma.
Love Is Sweet follows the journey of two individuals who navigate the challenges of love, rivalry, and secret relationships. Filled with comedic moments, dramatic twists, and heartwarming romance, this Chinese drama web series explores the complexities of first love.
In ancient China, a courageous female warrior disguises herself as a man to seek revenge for her family. Along the way, she becomes entangled in a slow-burn romance and faces the challenges of a hidden identity in the Tang Dynasty.
Two top assassins from rival agencies and their six-member team who with diverse backgrounds, and unique skills embark on a journey filled with challenges and crises.