Liu Yifei has spent over 20 years captivating audiences, not only with her ethereal beauty, but with her deeply emotional depictions of love on screen. Each of her on-screen pairings marked a new chapter in her career and provided fans with unforgettable romantic moments across genres and generations.
Jimmy Lin – Pure Beginnings
In Demigods and Demidevils (2003)Liu played Wang Yuyan alongside Jimmy Lin’s devotee Duan Yu. The chemistry between the two helped solidify her status as a “goddess” in early Chinese wuxia dramas.
Hu Ge – A symbol of Xianxia romance
The 2005 fantasy drama Chinese paladin paired Liu Yifei with Hu Ge as Zhao Ling’er and Li Xiaoyao. Their bittersweet love story became iconic, defining an era of xianxia (immortal fantasy) television and carving out a place in the hearts of a generation.
Huang Xiaoming – A revolutionary role
In Return of the Condor Heroes (2006)Liu’s portrayal of the enigmatic Xiao Longnü opposite Huang Xiaoming’s Yang Guo brought her widespread fame, despite initial skepticism. Their onscreen dynamic remains one of his most memorable performances.
Chen Xiao – A triumphant television return
After a long break from television, Liu is back A Dream of Splendor (2022) with Chen Xiao. Their natural chemistry and emotionally layered performances have been praised, contributing to the success of the series.
Li Xian – Healing love in modern times
In Meet Yourself (2023)Liu has transformed into a more concrete and everyday character. Her pairing with Li Xian presented a touching and healing love story that resonated with modern viewers.
Peng Guanying – Fiery First Love
In Rose’s Story (2024)Peng Guanying played Liu’s passionate first love, whose love story sets off a chain of emotional events. The character’s intensity marked a notable shift in Liu’s dramatic range.
Lin Gengxin – Her husband’s turmoil
Even inside Rose’s storyLin Gengxin played Liu’s husband, struggling with a marriage full of emotional ups and downs. Their storyline explored mature themes of love, loss and personal growth.
Wallace Huo – A soulful confidant
Wallace Huo has taken on the role of confidant throughout his life. While not a traditional love story, her deep and melancholy connection with Liu’s character added complexity and emotional depth.
Lin Yi – The fresh spark
Representing youthful energy, Lin Yi entered the latter part of Rose’s storyoffering a new romantic chapter and a sense of renewal for Liu’s character.
Song Seung-heon – From screen to real life
In a rare case of romance becoming real, Liu Yifei and Korean actor Song Seung-heon took their romance off-screen after filming The Third Way of Love (2015). The couple dated publicly for three years before splitting in 2018.
Each of these roles showcases not only Liu Yifei’s ability to portray love in various forms – innocent, tragic, passionate and mature – but also charts her transformation as an actress.
From mystical maidens to modern women, her journey through on-screen love stories is a mirror of her artistic evolution.
In 2025, Liu Yifei continues to occupy a unique and enduring place in Chinese cinema, demonstrating his relevance and versatility at every stage of his career.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
