iQIYI has recently released the official list containing the top ten Chinese variety shows of 2023 on their Instagram. The list features several variety shows that garnered remarkable reactions from viewers both domestically and globally. The official list by iQIYI includes popular shows like The Rap of China 2023 and As You Wish Story of Kunning Palace. The shows and their official rankings have been listed below.
1. The Rap of China 2023
The Rap of China 2023 secured the first spot on the list. The show featured top rappers from the Chinese music industry. The show was a big hit among its viewers, and the latest season had prominent rappers and singers like GAI, BRIDGE, MC HotDog as hosts. iQIYI aired the show from May 6 to July 22, 2023.
2. As You Wish Story of Kunnung Palace
As You Wish Story of Kunnung Palace took the second place in the list. The show featured popular actors like Bai Lu and Zhang Linghe, who went on a trip and participated in team-building activities. iQIYI aired the show from November 15 to November 28, 2023.
3. Yes, I Do season 4
This dating show took the third spot on the iQIYI list. The cast of the show consisted of Zhang Shao Gang, Darren Chen, Xu Yi Yang, and Leon Zhang, among others. Just like the previous seasons, the latest installment was also popular among domestic and international viewers. Season 4 of Yes, I Do aired from March 29 to June 14, 2023.
4. HAHAHAHAHA season 3
This comedy show has managed to take the fourth spot on the list. Airing every Friday from March 3 to May 19, 2023, the show featured a group of participants known as 5ha. The group was required to reach their destination on time, but they also needed to participate in various activities and complete tasks together.
5. Become A Farmer
Become A Farmer is a reality show that selected ten participants and formed a farming land. The team would then cultivate a vast 142.8 mu of land within 190 days. The entire participation process required laborious activities, ranging from sowing the seed to growing rice. The show aired between February 4 and July 29, 2023.
Apart from these top five variety shows, The Detectives’ Adventures season 3, The Big Band 3, As You Wish Love You Seven Times, Camping Life season 2, Let’s Go Outdoors also appeared on the list.