A Place in the Sun - Asian drama recommendation
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A Place in the Sun(태양의 계절)

2019South Korea
Birth SecretBusinessCar AccidentComaCorruptionDouble IdentityDramaMelodramaNice Male LeadOrphan Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadSwitched At BirthUnexpected Pregnancy

After becoming an orphan, Kim Yoo Wol was brought up by his foster parents. He dedicated himself to his studies and successfully completed his CPA examination. He shares joyful moments with his girlfriend, Yoon Shi Wol, but then faces a life-threatening situation. This prompts him to transform his identity and adopt the name Oh Tae Yang. To Yoon Shi Wol, he is no longer alive. Meanwhile, Yoon Shi Wol, who is under the impression that her partner Kim Yoo Wol has passed away, struggles with her grief. She starts working at the large corporation Yangji Group, where she encounters Oh Tae Yang.

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Recommendation: Becoming a Billionaire similar to A Place in the Sun
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Becoming a Billionaire(부자의 탄생)

2010South Korea
Birth SecretBusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManRich Woman-Poor Man

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Birth Secret, Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The series centers on Choi Suk Bong, a man convinced that he is the offspring of a wealthy father and the heir to a chaebol conglomerate. He encounters Lee Shin Mi, who is indeed a chaebol heir but displays none of the typical traits associated with that status, living a life marked by thriftiness and frugality. Despite their initial clash, she assists him as he endeavors to achieve his ambition of acquiring riches.

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to A Place in the Sun
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
BusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceFriendshipTime Skip

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

On December 20, 1999, China regained control of Macau. The members of the music group Lotus Rain - Qiao Zi Liang, Tong Jie, and Lan Yong Ren - all graduated from high school that same year. Tong Jie went to England for further studies, Qiao Zi Liang attended university in Guangzhou, and Yong Ren enrolled in a police academy in Macau. When Tong Jie returned to Macau four years later, he was surprised to learn that Yong Ren had switched careers from a police officer to a bartender. Zi Liang reconnected with classmates from Macau and Guangzhou, including Tong Zhen and Xiao Yao. Tong Jie's twin sister, Tong Zhen, and Xiao Yao both developed feelings for Zi Liang without realizing they were both interested in the same person. Yan Ming Ming, the daughter of Hong Kong's Yan Enterprises, visited Macau and purchased a significant amount of property owned by Tong Shan He. Tong Shan He arranged for his son, Tong Jie, to interact with the Yan family, only to discover that Yan Tian, the head of Yan Enterprises, had a longstanding feud with him from 20 years ago. Tong Shan He realized that Yan Tian's real motive for buying property in Macau was to seek revenge against him.

Recommendation: Yu Ni Xiang Yu Hao Xing Yun similar to A Place in the Sun
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Yu Ni Xiang Yu Hao Xing Yun(与你相遇好幸运)

2023China
Car AccidentComaDramaRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Car Accident, Coma, Drama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Despite being best friends, Ning and Jiang Yao possess contrasting personalities. Jiang Yao is a popular student who causes headaches for teachers, while Meng Ning is a studious nerd with a reserved nature. Meng Ning's main focus is on excelling academically to secure a successful future. However, their dynamic shifts when Jiang Yao falls into a vegetative state after a car accident, with her soul appearing next to Meng Ning. Despite their efforts to reunite Jiang Yao's soul with her body proving futile, they discover that only Meng Ning can see her. This realization leads to the development of a unique bond between the two friends.

Recommendation: Central Affairs similar to A Place in the Sun
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Central Affairs(情陷夜中環)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceFamilyFriendship

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

"Season" Sum Si Sun's lawyer license is revoked due to an error, leading her to transition to a role as an insurance sales representative at MIG. While working there, she encounters "Queenie" Yu Chi San, her supervisor known for using deceitful tactics to reach her objectives, "Johnny" Hon Ji Kin, a colleague who ignites something within her, and "Charles" Kwan Cheuk Hong, the former boyfriend of her mentor. As Season becomes more involved with MIG, her relationships become more complex, causing her to gradually adopt a cold and manipulative demeanor. The question remains: will she accomplish her ultimate goal?

Recommendation: Central Affairs Season 2 similar to A Place in the Sun
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Central Affairs Season 2(情陷夜中环 II)

2006Hong Kong
BusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceFamilyFriendship

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Gong So, a pawnshop proprietor in Hong Kong, marries a female employee Dung Ji Su from Guang Zhou, China, in a typical cross-border marriage of the 1980s. However, they do not stay together post-marriage and continue with their separate lives. Meanwhile, Ji Su gives birth to two adorable daughters, Gong Hoi Chiu and Gong Hoi Lan. After several attempts, Ji Su and her daughters finally receive approval to relocate to Hong Kong. Just as they are preparing to make the move, Ji Su is robbed at the train station. Robert Chui Chi Man, the gang member Ji Su encounters at the station, assists her in pursuing the robbers, leaving Hoi Lan under the care of her older sister Hoi Chiu. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Hoi Lan is kidnapped amidst the commotion! Hoi Chiu chooses not to seek assistance, despite being able to prevent the unfortunate incident.

Recommendation: Dangerous Woman (2011) similar to A Place in the Sun
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Dangerous Woman (2011)(위험한 여자)

2011South Korea
BusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceComedyFamilySoap Opera

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A theatrical piece centered on the daughter of a businessman who is battling a scheme to seize control of her father's company.

Recommendation: Passionate Love (2013) similar to A Place in the Sun
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Passionate Love (2013)(열애)

2013South Korea
BusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceFamilySoap OperaStar Crossed Lovers

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kang Moo Yeol, a third-generation chaebol, appears to have everything one could desire—looks, wealth, and status. However, beneath this facade lies a troubled upbringing marked by family strife and the heartache of losing his former love, Han Yoo Rim. On the other hand, Han Yoo Jung is a hardworking, intelligent, and fiercely independent woman with a rebellious spirit that has helped her cope with the sudden death of her family. As the younger sister of Han Yoo Rim, she becomes entwined with Kang Moo Yeol a decade later. Both Kang Moo Yeol and his half-brother, Hong Soo Hyuk, find themselves captivated by Han Yoo Jung. Yet, Moo Yeol and Yoo Jung's relationship is doomed from the start, as their tragic romance is rooted in a calamity involving their parents. Will they be able to break free from their grim circumstances and find happiness together?

Recommendation: Golden Cross similar to A Place in the Sun
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Golden Cross(골든 크로스)

2014South Korea
Double IdentityDramaMelodramaRomanceRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Double Identity, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A clandestine group referred to as "Golden Cross" exerts significant influence over the Korean economy and market through its extensive connections and wealth. Prosecutor Kang Do-yoon becomes embroiled in their activities when one of their schemes leads to the murder of his cherished sister, for which his father is subsequently wrongfully accused. Determined to avenge his sister, Do-yoon sets his sights on Seo Dong-ha, the influential figure behind the organization. However, his mission becomes complicated when he discovers that Seo is the father of the woman he loves, his colleague Seo Yi-re. Yi-re is an honorable prosecutor dedicated to justice; she has always held her father in high regard, and her world is upended when she uncovers his sinister side. At the same time, Seo mentors businessman Michael Jang, whose insatiable ambition soon drives him to compete with Seo for supremacy. This sets the stage for a confrontation involving power, wealth, and personal conflicts.

Recommendation: Love on a Rooftop similar to A Place in the Sun
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Love on a Rooftop(오늘부터 사랑해)

2015South Korea
DramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceEnemies To LoversFamilyFamily Relationship

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A theatrical piece centered around a woman who, through re-adoption, finally finds her place within a family, alongside a man who opts for love rather than familial ties.

Recommendation: Find Me in Your Memory similar to A Place in the Sun
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Find Me in Your Memory(그 남자의 기억법)

2020South Korea
DramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadDeathEntertainment IndustryFemale Chases Male FirstHealingHeartbreakHyperthymesiaNice Female LeadTrauma

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around two characters who experience very different memory issues. Jeong Hoon, an engaging news anchor, has hyperthymesia, which allows him to remember even the smallest details of his life with remarkable clarity. He is tormented by the recollection of Seo Yeon, the woman he loved who disappeared eight years prior, showcasing a blend of charm and intensity. On the other hand, Ha Jin, an emerging talent in the entertainment industry, struggles with a deteriorating memory. Despite this challenge, she maintains her self-assurance. The journeys of these two individuals, each grappling with their own memory hurdles, intersect as they navigate the complexities of understanding, acceptance, and potentially love.

Recommendation: Missing You similar to A Place in the Sun
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Missing You(보고싶다)

2012South Korea
Double IdentityDramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceChildish Male LeadFirst LoveLove At First SightLove TriangleMad DogRapeSchool BullyingSexual Assault

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Double Identity, Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Fifteen-year-old Soo Yeon endures bullying at school due to the stigma surrounding her father's criminal past

Recommendation: Dear Heaven similar to A Place in the Sun
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Dear Heaven(하늘이시여)

2005South Korea
Birth SecretDramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceBroadcasting IndustryCalm Male LeadFamilyFamily RelationshipMultiple CouplesNews Presenter Supporting CharacterReporter Male LeadStepmother-Stepson Relationship

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Birth Secret, Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

When Ji Young Sun was quite young, she placed her daughter Lee Ja Kyung for adoption shortly after giving birth. She later remarried and established a new household; however, her husband passed away, leaving her with her stepson Gu Wang Mo and daughter Gu Seul Ah. Now an adult, Lee Ja Kyung has faced the loss of her foster parents during her childhood, resulting in a life filled with solitude and a lack of affection. Ji Young Sun eventually seeks out her daughter, but in her desire to keep Ja Kyung close, she attempts to pair her with her stepson.

Recommendation: Crazy for You similar to A Place in the Sun
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Crazy for You(사랑에 미치다)

2007South Korea
Car AccidentDramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceAttempted Sexual AssaultEmotionally Strong Female LeadInchoate CrimeLove SquareNice Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManTearjerkerWinter Setting

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Car Accident, Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Suh Jin Young works as an aviation maintenance technician. Tragically, her fiancé, Jae Hoon, lost his life in a devastating car accident. Kim Chae Joon aspires to be an aviation maintenance technician, yet he faces bias due to his past as an ex-convict; he was responsible for someone’s death in a vehicular incident. Suh Jin Young offers him an opportunity to work alongside her, and they develop a romantic relationship. However, their love faces a significant challenge when they both realize that Chae Joon's victim was Suh Jin Young's fiancé, Jae Hoon.

Recommendation: Ugly Alert similar to A Place in the Sun
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Ugly Alert(못난이 주의보)

2013South Korea
BusinessMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceUnexpected PregnancyBromanceEx-Convict Male LeadFemale Chases Male FirstMultiple CouplesPoor Male LeadRich Woman-Poor ManStepbrothers' RelationshipStepsister-Stepbrother Relationship

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Unexpected Pregnancy themes with a 23% similarity match.

The tale revolves around a man named Kong Jun Su, who selflessly takes on the role of a murderer to shield his younger stepbrother from false accusations

Recommendation: Forecasting Love and Weather similar to A Place in the Sun
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Forecasting Love and Weather(기상청 사람들: 사내연애 잔혹사 편)

2022South Korea
DramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipCold Female LeadFast Paced RomanceMother-Daughter RelationshipOlder Woman-Younger ManReporter Female LeadSecret RelationshipTeamwork

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A love story set in the National Weather Service office, filled with passion and unpredictability. Jin Ha Kyung is a meticulous and intelligent worker who keeps her personal and professional lives separate. Her reserved nature has left her isolated at work by choice. Lee Shi Woo, on the other hand, is a creative thinker with a high IQ, despite his clumsy appearance. His sole focus is the weather. Han Ki Joon, a charming and persuasive individual, eventually lands a job at the spokesperson's office after facing early career challenges. However, his fear of failure stems from a lifetime of academic success. Chae Yoo Jin, a weather reporter, initially dreams of exciting news coverage but ends up on the weather and lifestyle team. Despite her initial disappointment, she grows to appreciate her job.

Recommendation: Hanzawa Naoki similar to A Place in the Sun
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Hanzawa Naoki(半沢直樹)

2013Japan
BusinessCorruptionDramaNice Male LeadSmart Male LeadNovel AdaptationAttempted SuicideFriendshipRevengeSuicideSuspenseThrillerWorkplace Violence

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Corruption, Drama, Nice Male Lead, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A banker with strong beliefs confronts corruption and misconduct within his prominent corporate bank

Recommendation: Seeking My Own Future similar to A Place in the Sun
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Seeking My Own Future(明日已太远)

2013China
DramaMelodramaOrphan Male LeadRomanceHistoricalHumiliationRags To RichesUnrequited Love

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Orphan Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Wei's Family was a respected and distinguished family in the South West during the Qing Dynasty. One day, Wei Renjie found a homeless child who bore a striking resemblance to his deceased son, Wei Tianxi. He made the decision to have the child, Shuwan, marry his cousin Chu Wenpu. This action angered and embittered Wei Tianxi, leading to a tragic outcome for the Wei Family.

Recommendation: Switch of Fate similar to A Place in the Sun
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Switch of Fate(忍冬艳蔷薇)

2016China
Birth SecretDramaRomanceSwitched At BirthChinese Republican EraHidden IdentityHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Birth Secret, Drama, Romance, and Switched At Birth themes with a 22% similarity match.

The son of the renowned doctor Gu Feng from Qingyuantang pharmacy tragically drowned, leading Gu Feng's mother to blame their butler, Fang Cheng. Feeling resentful, Fang Cheng, who had a daughter named Qiang Wei with his mistress He Xiu, decided to swap his daughter with Gu Feng's daughter Ren Dong, who had been previously fostered elsewhere. Qiang Wei was raised in luxury by the Gu family, while Ren Dong grew up in poverty with He Xiu. As adults, Ren Dong coincidentally found employment at Qingyuantang pharmacy and crossed paths with Han Chong, a man who had faced numerous hardships in his life. Ren Dong's positive attitude and medical skills quickly earned her popularity at the pharmacy, including catching the attention of Zheng Ding, her longtime crush. When Fang Cheng discovered Ren Dong's true identity, he plotted against her and convinced Gu Feng's mother to create obstacles for her. Qiang Wei, upon learning her real heritage, also worked to prevent Ren Dong from reuniting with her family. With the support of Han Chong and Zheng Ding, Ren Dong persevered through challenges and emerged as a respected doctor. Fang Cheng's deceitful actions were eventually exposed, leading to his punishment, and Ren Dong was ultimately able to reunite with her family.

Recommendation: Love Keeps Going similar to A Place in the Sun
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Love Keeps Going(美樂加油)

2011Taiwan
BusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceBetrayalBrothers' RelationshipComedyLove Triangle

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Zha Mei Le's journey began in her childhood when she learned about her parents' impending divorce and their reluctance to take her in. Determined to change their minds, she excelled in all aspects of her life, earning certificates and admiration from her colleagues and boss. Through her kind and caring nature, she met her boyfriend Han Yi Feng and won over his family, except for his brother Han Yi Lei. Despite their initial dislike for each other, Mei Le agreed to pick up Yi Lei from the airport as a favor to her boyfriend. As she worked hard to help Yi Feng achieve his dream of owning a bakery, she discovered his infidelity with a coworker. This revelation led Mei Le to develop feelings for Yi Lei.

Recommendation: Crazy Love (2013) similar to A Place in the Sun
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Crazy Love (2013)(미친사랑)

2013South Korea
Birth SecretDramaMelodramaRomanceCharacter DevelopmentFamilyOrphanage SettingSecond Chance Romance

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Birth Secret, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

This drama narrates the tale of a woman who discovers her true love during a time of great despair. Yoon Mi So, an orphan raised by an adoptive family, is married to Lee Min Jae. Lee Min Jae's mother is discontented that Yoon Mi So is unable to have more children besides their daughter, Hae Ram, and wishes for him to find a new partner, such as Lee Sun Hee. Seo Kyung Soo, a lawyer working for the unscrupulous Oh Tae San, is stuck in an unhappy marriage with Oh Rae Young, who is the daughter of Oh Tae San. When Yoon Mi So and Seo Kyung Soo's lives intersect, it leads to significant changes not only for them but also for those around them.

Recommendation: Because Love Is So Beautiful similar to A Place in the Sun
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Because Love Is So Beautiful(因为爱情有多美)

2013China
Birth SecretBusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceAdopted Male LeadBetrayalBetrayed By A Significant OtherExtramarital AffairFamily RelationshipInfidelityRevengeSearching For A SiblingSecret Relationship

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Birth Secret, Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Lin Duo Mei is a young heiress in good health and innocence who is happily wed to her husband Chen Xiao Fei. Her brother, Lin Duo Jun, is also preparing for marriage to Wen Xin. Wen Xin, who has suffered mistreatment from her adoptive family, has endured a life of hardship since being separated from her biological brother. In an attempt to escape her struggles, she manipulates and marries Lin Duo Jun. However, on the wedding day, she is shocked to discover that her new brother-in-law, Chen Xiao Fei, is actually her former love and ex-boyfriend, whom she was forced to part ways with by his mother in order to marry Lin Duo Mei and seek revenge on her father. Their reunion brings back old feelings, leading to an illicit affair. Meanwhile, Lin Duo Mei crosses paths with Ye Nan Di, who falls for her despite her marital status. As Wen Xin and Chen Xiao Fei's actions threaten to destroy Lin Duo Mei's family, Ye Nan Di stands by her side to help restore her family, reclaim her father's business, and bring justice to those who have wronged her.

Recommendation: Money Flower similar to A Place in the Sun
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Money Flower(돈 꽃)

2017South Korea
BusinessCorruptionMelodramaRomanceSmart Male LeadAntihero Male LeadBadass Male LeadCalm Male LeadCompetitionHidden IdentityLawManipulative Male LeadRevengeSecret Child

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Corruption, Melodrama, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Managing director Kang Pil Ju is secretly scheming to dismantle the Chungah Group by leveraging his influence over the founding family

Recommendation: The Secret Life of My Secretary similar to A Place in the Sun
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The Secret Life of My Secretary(초면에 사랑합니다)

2019South Korea
BusinessDouble IdentityDramaRomanceSmart Male LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyDisabilityEccentric Male LeadProsopagnosiaRich Male LeadRich Woman-Poor ManSecondary CoupleSecret Crush

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Double Identity, Drama, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Do Min Ik is a smart, detail-oriented individual with a tough exterior, serving as the Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media

Recommendation: My Golden Life similar to A Place in the Sun
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My Golden Life(황금빛 내 인생)

2017South Korea
BusinessDramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadBadass Female LeadComedyDepressionFather-Daughter RelationshipForbidden LoveRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSibling RivalrySmart Female Lead

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

A quarter of a century ago, the Haesung Group experienced the loss of their granddaughter, Choi Eun Seok

Recommendation: Boku no Ita Jikan similar to A Place in the Sun
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Boku no Ita Jikan(僕のいた時間)

2014Japan
DramaMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadDisabilityEmotionally Strong Female LeadFather-Son RelationshipIllnessLifeMother-Daughter RelationshipNeurological DisorderTearjerkerTerminal Illness

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Sawada Takuto, a typical college student, discovers he has been diagnosed with A.L.S. (Lou Gehrig's disease) and has limited time left. Rather than succumbing to sadness, Takuto chooses to embrace life to the fullest.

Recommendation: 49 Days similar to A Place in the Sun
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49 Days(49일)

2011South Korea
Car AccidentComaDramaMelodramaRomanceCalm Male LeadDeathDepressionFateFlashback To PastMultiple MainsNaive Female LeadNice Female LeadSupernatural

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Car Accident, Coma, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Shin Ji Hyun was on the verge of experiencing pure happiness as she prepared to marry her fiancé, Kang Min Ho. However, her idyllic life takes a devastating turn when she is involved in a car accident that leaves her in a coma. A mysterious figure known as The Scheduler offers her a chance to return to life, but there’s a stipulation: she must identify three individuals outside her family who would shed sincere tears for her. To accomplish this, she inhabits the body of Yi Kyung, a part-time worker at a convenience store, for a period of 49 days. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Hotel King similar to A Place in the Sun
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Hotel King(호텔킹)

2014South Korea
Birth SecretBusinessDramaMelodramaRomanceAntihero Male LeadCrime Against A PropertyCrime Against MoralityEmotionally Strong Female LeadEnemies To LoversInheritance TheftMurderRevengeViolence Against Children

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Birth Secret, Business, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A wealthy heiress faces challenges in maintaining her luxurious 7-star hotel, relying on the support of the general manager, who is seeking revenge against his father. As their bond evolves into romance, they uncover hidden truths regarding the circumstances of the deceased chairman's death, culminating in a startling discovery. (MBC)

Recommendation: Her Private Life similar to A Place in the Sun
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Her Private Life(그녀의 사생활)

2019South Korea
BusinessDramaOrphan Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadArtBoss-Employee RelationshipCalm Male LeadComedyEccentric Female LeadFan CultureHidden PersonalityIndependent Female LeadSismance

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Orphan Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Seong Deok Mi, a passionate curator of an art gallery, excels in her profession but conceals a personal secret: she is an ardent fan of Cha Si An and runs his fansite. This fascination represents her private escape, kept away from the scrutiny of others. However, when Ryan Gold, a former artist who has transitioned to being a gallery director, comes into the picture, he discovers her hidden passion, changing the trajectory of her life.

Recommendation: Golden Garden similar to A Place in the Sun
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Golden Garden(황금정원)

2019South Korea
Car AccidentMelodramaOrphan Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadChild AbandonmentConspiracyDetective Male LeadHardworking Female LeadMysteryNice Female LeadOrphan Female LeadPoor Female LeadThriller

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Car Accident, Melodrama, Orphan Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Eun Dong Joo strives to reclaim the life that was taken from her. At the age of six, she found herself abandoned in an orphanage, with only her name remaining in her memory. Despite facing numerous challenges, she has matured into a woman with an optimistic and cheerful demeanor. Cha Pil Seung, a skilled detective, lost his parents during his childhood and was subsequently brought up by his affluent grandmother. Although he attracts many women, he remains emotionally distant, unable to love anyone due to the trauma stemming from his parents' demise.

Recommendation: Introverted Boss similar to A Place in the Sun
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Introverted Boss(내성적인 보스)

2017South Korea
BusinessDramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyEccentric Male LeadHealingRich Male LeadSassy Female LeadSuccessful Male LeadTeamworkTrauma

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

A spirited young employee starts working at a public relations agency, where she encounters a reserved and often misjudged leader. Determined to reveal his true nature to the world, Chae Ro Un is driven by a singular purpose: to uncover the real character of her superior, Eun Hwan Ki, and seek her retribution. She holds him responsible for her family's decline. (DramaFever)

Recommendation: Radiant Office similar to A Place in the Sun
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Radiant Office(자체발광 오피스)

2017South Korea
BusinessDramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyCompetitionHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMisunderstandingNice Female LeadTeamworkTerminal Illness

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

After encountering numerous unsuccessful job interviews, Ho Won unexpectedly learns that she has only six months to live. Just when her situation appears bleak, she secures a job opportunity. Determined to seize control of her life, she undergoes a transformation into a bold and confident woman. This series resonates with young individuals grappling with a tough reality and limited prospects. Within the workplace depicted in the show, a cultural divide exists between the outspoken, youthful employees and the older staff who are apprehensive about impending layoffs. Simultaneously, the series highlights the importance of open dialogue and empathy as a way to bridge these gaps. (MBC)

Recommendation: The Smile Has Left Your Eyes similar to A Place in the Sun
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The Smile Has Left Your Eyes(하늘에서 내리는 일억 개의 별)

2018South Korea
DramaMelodramaOrphan Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadCold Man-Warm WomanEccentric Male LeadInvestigationMurderMysteryPsychologicalTearjerkerThrillerViolence

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Orphan Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

A television show focusing on the evolving relationship between the unpredictable and perilous Kim Moo Young, often referred to as a "monster

Recommendation: Romance Is a Bonus Book similar to A Place in the Sun
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Romance Is a Bonus Book(로맨스는 별책부록)

2019South Korea
BusinessMelodramaNice Male LeadRomanceSmart Male LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipCohabitationComedyFriends To LoversLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManSecret CrushSlow Burn RomanceSuccessful Male Lead

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Cha Eun Ho is a talented and attractive author who holds the position of the youngest chief editor at a publishing house. He possesses a composed personality and remains level-headed in his professional environment. His life becomes intertwined with that of his childhood friend, Kang Dan Yi, who was once a well-known copywriter. Currently, she is divorced, a single mother, out of work, and facing various challenges while trying to secure employment. Despite her previous success, she struggles to find a job. In a bid to improve her situation, she fabricates details about her past and takes on a temporary position in the same office as Cha Eun Ho. As their lives intersect more frequently, a romance begins to develop.

Recommendation: A Story of LaLa's Promotion similar to A Place in the Sun
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A Story of LaLa's Promotion(杜拉拉升职记)

2010China
BusinessDramaRomance

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Business, Drama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Du Lala, a new employee at a small marketing company, made a lasting impression on Wang Wei, the marketing director at DB, during a career fair. While HR found her quirky behavior off-putting, Lala's optimistic nature and desire to connect with her colleagues shone through. As the series progresses, Lala grows and navigates her place within DB. Wang Wei, a respected figure in the industry, initially known for his charm, is drawn to Lala's innocence and gradually changes his ways for her. Despite his playful teasing, Wei harbors genuine feelings for Lala, even though he hides a complicated past involving his ex-wife, Daisy. (alcc2068.blogspot.com)

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Ju Zi(菊子)

2011China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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The narrative follows Ju Zi, a woman whose life is marked by tragedy, and the individuals in her midst amid a Japanese invasion

Recommendation: The Great Time similar to A Place in the Sun
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The Great Time(大时代)

2011China
BusinessDramaRomance

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Sweet Lies(甜蜜的谎言)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Describes the intricate emotional tale involving Wen Ya, who disappeared for eight years, her former lover Detective Captain Li Yuan, and her current spouse Jiang Xiao Xian

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Destination Of Love(婚巢)

2012China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds the journey of siblings Yang Xue and Yang Li Nan as they transitioned from a rural village to a bustling metropolis where they settled down to pursue their careers. While striving to realize their dreams through hard work, they also grappled with the inevitability of marriage looming on the horizon.

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Gorgeous Workers(华丽上班族)

2015China
BusinessDramaRomance

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Li Xang is a fresh face at a large corporate firm, embarking on his career journey. His aspirations include achieving success, accumulating wealth, and maintaining job security. However, ensuring job security proves to be a challenge, as Li Xang uncovers details about his boss's personal life.

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Love Trouble(真爱惹麻烦)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like A Place in the Sun, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Following the unjust persecution of Lin Zhen Xin's father, Lin Shin Nan, due to a business deal gone wrong with the powerful Ko family, she decides to seek revenge for her father's death. To gather evidence of her father's innocence, she feigns romantic interest in Ko Yang, the heir to the Ko family. However, as she gets closer to Ko Yang, she finds herself falling uncontrollably in love with him. Meanwhile, Wang Xiang, who also has feelings for Lin, is forced to watch from the sidelines as Lin faces a difficult decision. The series is available in two versions: the original 40-episode version and the CCTV version with 38 episodes.

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Wine Beauty(红酒俏佳人)

2014China
BusinessDramaRomance

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The plot centers on a young woman named Lin Xuan who journeys to Shenzhen in search of her former boyfriend Zhao Xi. However, she discovers that he is now in a relationship with Shen Man, the heiress of a company that imports red wine. Lin Xuan becomes entangled in the power struggle between Shen Man and her stepmother Shan Li. Shen Zi Hao, Shen Man's younger brother, clashes frequently with Lin Xuan but ultimately shows kindness by assisting her in securing a job at the wine company.

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Embracing Happiness(拥抱幸福)

2016China
BusinessDramaRomance

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The play narrates the tale of Zhou Ying's childhood where she was separated from her parents. Despite facing numerous challenges, she eventually reunites with her biological parents and pursues a career as a fashion designer, creating her own path to happiness.

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My Love To Tell You(我的爱对你说)

2016China
BusinessDramaRomance

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In "My Love to Share," three ambitious individuals strive to succeed in the competitive business world while navigating their romantic relationships. The series explores the cutthroat politics within big companies as the young entrepreneurs face challenges in both their professional and personal lives. Shawn Yue stars as the main protagonist, a resilient man hardened by past experiences. The female lead, portrayed by Yang Rong, comes from a privileged background, while the third character, played by Zhu Yi Long, is a wealthy man who has recently returned from abroad.

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I Believed in Men(남자를 믿었네)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

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A timeless family saga centered around a food company executive who experiences a whirlwind of challenges following an unexplained breakup with a significant other.

Recommendation: Don't Take Love to Say Things similar to A Place in the Sun
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Don't Take Love to Say Things(别用爱情说事儿)

2018China
BusinessDramaRomance

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On the Road (2018)(梦想合伙人)

2018China
BusinessMelodramaRomance

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A tale follows the journey of three college students as they strive to achieve success in the business world. Guan Xiao Chun, Wei Wen Bin, and Jia Lei are roommates and close companions with different personalities - one is outgoing, one is reserved, and one is straightforward. Despite their diverse traits, all three have been business-oriented since their university days and pursued different paths after graduating. Guan Xiao Chun, feeling dissatisfied with his situation, decides to abandon his dreams and takes a job at an online company. However, the tech industry's unpredictability leads to unexpected challenges, causing his girlfriend Li Wei to marry Wei Wen Bin instead. This event creates a rift between the once-united friends turned rivals. Despite the setbacks, Guan Xiao Chun remains determined to make his ambitions a reality.

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Pushing Hands (2019)(推手)

2019China
BusinessDramaRomance

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Liu Qing Yang, a wealthy and indulged womanizer, and Chen Yi Fan, the cold and distant vice president of a real estate firm, share a passion for motorcycle racing. Their paths cross when Qing Yang rescues Yi Fan during a race, leading her to see a resemblance to her late lover, Mei Heng. Facing financial troubles, Qing Yang and his mother receive assistance from Yi Fan, who offers him a job at her company. As Yi Fan's business faces threats from rivals, Qing Yang seeks advice from Mei Dao Yuan, the brilliant entrepreneur and former professor of Yi Fan. Mei Dao Yuan teaches Qing Yang how to apply the principles of Chinese Taichi, specifically the art of "pushing hands (tui shou)," in the corporate world.

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Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge(悲伤时唱首歌)

2007China
DramaMelodramaRomance

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The narrative follows Guan Liang Pei, who experiences a mental health condition after being unexpectedly left by her initial romantic partner, Zhao Yu. Wang Jing Fan, who harbored strong feelings for her, chooses to marry her and take on the responsibility of caring for her. The story delves into the emotional turmoil stemming from unusual reactions triggered by the lingering feelings for a past love.

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The Seventh Day(最美麗的第七天 (最美丽的第)

2008Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

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Ling Ka Yan works as a salesperson at a pet store. She was informed of a serious illness during her childhood, leading her family to be excessively cautious with her. Consequently, despite being in her twenties, she had never encountered genuine affection until she crossed paths with Yau Zi Wing, a man who alters her life indefinitely.

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The Charm Beneath(胭脂水粉)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessDramaRomance

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For more than three decades, the Chuk Family has overseen the successful family enterprise known as cosmetics Halle de Fleur (Geng Fa Tong). Unfortunately, ongoing disputes within the family have arisen due to the avaricious and deceitful behaviors of the Second Uncle and Second Auntie. These family members have been scheming to take control of the business, leading to frequent arguments and altercations.