If you’ve been watching romantic Chinese dramas for quite some time, you have to admit that the most popular ones usually feature cold-hearted male leads who are abrasive and unemotional.

It’s an entire thing and I can’t even speak to its accuracy since I haven’t been to China – but people (myself included) gobble it up time and time again without pausing for breath.

But, there are some genuinely shy male leads who are still as awesome and shine at every point in time and these dramas are just a few examples of them.

So, if you want to take a break from your icy male leads and you want to see a male lead who also blooms in a drama, check these ones out. 

1. Shining For One Thing

Lin Bei Xing’s life is completely devastated when her fiancé leaves her for her best friend because she didn’t suspect it would ever happen. 

And soon after, a nostalgic visit to their old high school sends her back in time to her teenage years, where she decides to focus on her future rather than past relationships.

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2. When I Fly Towards You

Zhang Lu Rang, an introverted and super-shy student, finds new purpose and self-confidence when he meets Su Zai Zai, a cheerful transfer student. 

Their budding romance, along with support from friends, helps Zhang Lu Rang break out of his shell and it was so heartwarming watching him slowly come into his own. 

3. Meeting You

Nan Xi, a smart but socially anxious student, finds an unlikely friendship and love with Xia Rui, an outgoing social butterfly. 

And even though they were different in every way that counts, they grow closer over the years and even find love in their opposite personalities.

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4. GO Into Your Heart

Sheng Jing Chu, a talented Go player, forms a romantic relationship with Cheng Liao, a reporter after a mistaken identity leads to genuine feelings between them.

5. Ping Pong Life

Xu Tan, one of the male leads of this lovely drama, was (and still is) one of the most shy Chinese drama male leads and there’s no way you won’t relate to his struggles if you’re an introvert.

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What do you think? How many of these Cdramas with shy male lead dramas will you give a chance? Let me know which in the comment section below and we can talk in more detail. 

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