AI Overview C-dramas with older characters often feature themes of mature relationships and career-focused protagonists, such as The Rational Life, She and Her Perfect Husband, and Be Your Own Light. For historical or fantasy settings with more mature leads, consider The Story of Ming Lan or The Rise of Phoenixes, which feature older, more sophisticated characters navigating complex political or social landscapes. Modern romance The Rational Life: A successful professional woman navigates workplace dynamics and romance with a younger man. She and Her Perfect Husband: A career-driven woman enters a fake marriage with a younger man. Be Your Own Light: A drama focusing on mature female leads who overcome challenges in their career and relationships. My Dear Lady: Features a romance between an older woman and a younger man. The Boy Next Door: An older woman and a younger man's relationship turns dangerous. Historical and fantasy The Story of Ming Lan: Follows a talented but unfavored daughter of a rich family as she navigates political intrigue and a love match with a high official's son. The Rise of Phoenixes: While it features young adult characters, they are often portrayed with a maturity that appeals to those who prefer more sophisticated storylines. Empresses in the Palace: A historical drama centered on the complex relationships and power struggles between women in the emperor's harem, often featuring more mature characters in significant roles. Other dramas featuring older characters You Are My Glory: A romance that develops between two successful professionals in their 30s. Find Yourself: A drama where an older career woman falls for a younger man she meets through work. Forbidden Flower: A romance drama that includes a mature female lead.