Movies and TvShows featuring "smart-male-lead" theme.
True Beauty is a Korean drama series based on the webtoon of the same name. It follows the story of Im Joo Kyung, a high school girl who is insecure about her appearance. She becomes skilled at makeup and transforms herself into a beautiful girl. With her newfound beauty, she gains popularity and catches the attention of the popular boy in school. However, she struggles to keep her true identity a secret and navigate the complexities of high school life.
Legend of Fei follows the journey of Zhou Fei, a strong female lead who becomes a skilled fighter in the mortal realm. She encounters various challenges, undergoes role reversal, and explores the ancient world filled with sword-fights, changing gender roles, and cousin relationships.
Falling Into Your Smile is a Chinese web series that follows the story of a skilled female gamer who unexpectedly develops a romantic relationship with a smart male lead. Set in the world of esports, the show explores themes of teamwork, competition, and online gaming. As the two characters navigate their budding relationship, they also face challenges and obstacles both in and out of the virtual gaming world.
This is an extraordinary tale of how an ordinary scholar becomes a prince of a different surname (from the imperial family). With his wife, he lives in poverty, and to repay his wife's unswerving loyalty to him, he goes to the capital to take the Imperial Examination. By chance, he helps solve a court case and is then tied into the national affairs of the country.
In a time of turmoil, Xu Xiao rises as King of Northern Liang, defeating threats from steppe kingdoms and southern uprisings. His heir, Xu Fengnian, a free-spirited warrior, has spent years mastering his skills while forming alliances, including with the skilled swordswoman Nangong Pushe. Among the royal household is Jiang Ni, a princess from a rival kingdom who may harbor hidden motives. As Xu Fengnian ascends the throne, doubts arise about his ability to uphold his father’s legacy. When a critical campaign looms, the fate of the realm hangs in the balance.
Romance Is a Bonus Book follows the journey of a talented and ambitious young woman who finds herself out of a job but soon discovers new opportunities in the world of publishing. Along the way, she develops deep friendships, unexpected romance, and discovers the power of books to change lives.
A story that follows Wang Lu, a young genius, who enters the Spirit Blade Sect and embarks on an unconventional journey towards immortal cultivation. The Spirit Blade Sect was established in the year 4233. Through years of producing martial arts prodigies, it has been hailed as one of the five great sects. As the nine continents face a crisis, a genius by the name of Wang Lu joins the Spirit Blade Sect and comes under the tutelage Wang Wu. Despite Wang Wu's beauty, she is hundreds of years in age. Famous for having a sharp tongue and an erratic temper, she and her disciple Wang Lu engage in endless squabbles while trudging on a path to becoming the strongest sage in all the lands. Adapted from the manga "Spirit Blade Mountain" written by Xian Man Dong Man.
The main character begins a dangerous journey of human against nature to find an antidote to save his master Shifu by traveling to a faraway land where he makes friends with a few key characters. ~~ Adapted from the novel written by Tian Xia Ba Chang following the rivalry of two hunting clans at the end of the 80s.
In the TV show Ghost, a detective teams up with a ghost to solve crimes. As they investigate mysterious cases, they uncover a web of corruption within the police department, leading them to question their own identities. With elements of suspense, hacking, and body swap, they must navigate a world where the line between life and death is blurred.
After an earthquake destroyed Xiang Qin's house, she and her father moved in with the family of her father's college buddy, Uncle Ah Li. To her surprise, the kind and amicable aunt and uncle are the parents of her cold and distant schoolmate Jiang Zhi Shu, a genius with an IQ of 200 whom not too long ago rejected her endless crush on him. Will the close proximity give her a second chance to win Zhi Shu's heart? Or, will her love for him end under his cold words? What happens when there is competition for his heart?
When his girlfriend suddenly disappears, a university student and his friend are pulled into a dangerous alternate gaming universe. They have to use their superior problem-solving skills and intellect to win challenges and advance to the next level. Can they find Qing Zhi in time and make it out alive?
Retired ex national team female handball player has become a grocery store owner in order to look after her family while she grapples with her daughter's tutor's eating disorder.
The Rise of Phoenixes is a Chinese historical drama set in ancient China. It revolves around the power struggles, political intrigue, and romance within the royal palace. The story follows Ning Yi, a martial artist who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and must navigate through the complicated world of politics and court intrigue. As Ning Yi seeks justice for the disappearance of his mother, he discovers dark secrets and faces betrayal from unexpected sources. Along the way, he forms a complicated relationship with Feng Zhiwei, a woman who dresses as a man to survive in the male-dominated world. Together, they embark on a journey filled with danger, scheming, and a battle for the throne.
The story begins in April 1986 and is set during the days of the bubble economy. Kaidou Akira comes from a wealthy background and is the heir of a large company Tokai Yuusen. On the other hand, his genius classmate from the University of Tokyo, Yamazaki Akira had a tough life due to the bankruptcy of his father's company and having to run away from creditors but overcomes the odds to graduatefrom the top-notch school. The two are employed at the same bank and get caught in a battle lasting over 10 years which causes upheavals in their lives.
Summer 1996. While chasing after a bicycle thief, Yang Xi hurts her leg and therefore can’t participate in the long-distance run to earn some bonus points for the college entrance exam anymore. When school starts again, Yang Xi not only has to discover that the offender is her new classmate Hua Biao, but he even snatches away her position as class monitor. The entire class considers the hot-blooded and impulsive newcomer Hua Biao who is gifted in sciences as their enemy. Hua Biao, however, proves them wrong as he continuously helps his classmates out. In the end, he becomes part of the “Five Flying Bicycles Group” and Yang Xi learns that he’s not only responsible and loyal, but also very respectful towards his grandma. Yang Xi finally lets go of her prejudices and the little group experiences their last year of high school together.
Hikaru Shindo, a sixth-grader, stumbles upon an old Go board with a ghostly character inside. With the help of the ancient spirit named Sai, Hikaru embarks on a journey to become a skilled Go player and unravel the mysteries surrounding the game.
A Little Thing Called First Love follows a high school girl named Xia Miao Miao who experiences her first love and goes through various challenges and changes in her life as she navigates through high school and college. Along the way, she learns about the meaning of friendship, love triangles, character development, and the ups and downs of school life. With a smart male lead and a sismance secondary couple, this Chinese drama explores the complexities of first love and the coming-of-age experience.
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.
Story about a pair of lovers from high school that span across their union, separation, misunderstanding and eventual reunion.
2Moons: The Series is a romance drama that takes place in a boys' university. It follows the lives of four college students as they navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and self-discovery. The series is based on a novel and explores themes of gay relationships, college life, and the challenges of first love.