Ai no Meikyu - Asian drama recommendation
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Ai no Meikyu(愛の迷宮)

2007Japan
Dysfunctional MarriageFamilyInfidelityMelodramaRich Woman-Poor ManRomance

Ayaka, a member of a prominent family, finds herself in an unhappy marriage with Mitsuo, the next in line to inherit a successful company. Upon learning of his affair with his late brother's wife, Kanako, Ayaka develops feelings for Kota, a married servant. The intricate love connections also involve their children, who are introduced in the latter part of the series.

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Recommendation: Anata niwa Watasanai similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Anata niwa Watasanai(あなたには渡さない)

2018Japan
Dysfunctional MarriageFamilyInfidelityMelodrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Dysfunctional Marriage, Family, Infidelity, and Melodrama themes with a 67% similarity match.

Kamishima Michiko has been married to her husband Shunpei for two decades. Shunpei is the son and chef of a prestigious family that operates a traditional Japanese restaurant, and the couple has two children. Michiko lives a tranquil life as a stay-at-home mother. However, one day, Yahagi Tae, who claims to be Shunpei's lover, unexpectedly appears before Michiko and declares, "I have come to take your husband." Tae discloses that she and Shunpei have been involved in a relationship for the past six years. She presents Michiko with divorce papers signed by Shunpei and discloses that Michiko's late mother-in-law had approved of their affair. In addition, Michiko learns that her husband's restaurant is burdened with significant debt and is on the verge of going bankrupt. Faced with a series of startling revelations, Michiko negotiates with Tae to purchase her marriage rights to Shunpei for 60 million yen and resolves to take over the restaurant as the new owner to revive its fortunes.

Recommendation: Return of Fortunate Bok similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Return of Fortunate Bok(돌아온 복단지)

2017South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomance

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the upscale neighborhood of Gangnam, one mother stands out as an exception: Bok Dang Ji. She relocated to Gangnam and struggles to make ends meet, yet she feels fortunate, akin to Cinderella, because she married the man she once admired from afar. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Han Jung Wook, a prosecutor who enjoys a life of privilege and shares many similarities with her. Having risen from poverty to join the ranks of the affluent through relentless effort, he embodies determination. However, their lives take a downturn one fateful day. The series focuses on Bok Dan Ji, a mother in Gangnam, and Han Jung Wook, who experiences a fall from grace as a member of the elite, as they gradually cultivate a bond and discover genuine love. (MBC America)

Recommendation: Qiu Hai Tang (2007) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Qiu Hai Tang (2007)(秋海棠)

2007China
FamilyMelodramaRomance

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The drama narrates the romantic relationship between Qiu Hai Tang, a renowned pupil in Yuzhen class, and Luo Xiang Qi, a female student from Normal University

Recommendation: Enchanting Neighbor similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Enchanting Neighbor(황홀한 이웃)

2015South Korea
FamilyInfidelityMelodramaRomanceMarried Female LeadRevengeSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Gong Soo Rae has loved her husband, Seo Bong Gook, since their teenage years. However, she discovers that he is involved in an affair with Choi Yi Kyung. At the same time, Park Chan Woo portrays a man who stands by her side.

Recommendation: Women's Heart similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Women's Heart(天涯女人心)

2015China
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative centers around a young lady named Lu Yaqing in the era of the Chinese republic. She transforms her circumstances from poverty to marrying into a wealthy family, leveraging her embroidery skills to rise as a prosperous and influential figure, leaving a significant mark during her lifetime.

Recommendation: The Lover's Lies similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Lover's Lies(爱人的谎言)

2016China
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

After Tong Si Jie loses her parents at a young age, she faces challenges and takes on various jobs to support her siblings. Her path crosses with the wealthy Yi Yi, and they fall in love against all odds. However, their plans for a future together are disrupted by Yi Yi's controlling mother, who manipulates the situation and drives a wedge between the couple.

Recommendation: Lovers (2003) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Lovers (2003)(연인)

2003South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Birth of a Family similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Birth of a Family(가족의 탄생)

2012South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A narrative centered around an adopted woman facing challenges in her quest to establish a family.

Recommendation: Mother's Garden similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Mother's Garden(엄마의 정원 )

2014South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A familial narrative revolves around a woman who moves into her biological mother's boarding house alongside her stepmother following her father's death and the subsequent decline of his business. This challenged family navigates life's obstacles together, relying on love and empathy to achieve a joyful resolution. (MBC)

Recommendation: Sweet Home, Sweet Honey similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Sweet Home, Sweet Honey(우리집 꿀단지)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Despite facing financial hardships, Oh Bom remains optimistic and cheerful. She holds a part-time job at a factory. Kang Ma Roo is a gentle and uncomplicated young man, who possesses a certain naivety about life. An Tae Ho serves as the section chief at a corporation and is driven by ambition. He seeks out Choi Ah Ran for his own interests and eventually marries her. Choi Ah Ran is the heir to a substantial company. Although she is intelligent, she carries the burden of a troubled history; her younger sister has vanished, and her parents have abandoned her.

Recommendation: All is Well (2015) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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All is Well (2015)(다 잘될거야)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A theatrical piece centered on individuals confronting animosity and discord as they discover the essence of forgiveness, love, and true happiness.

Recommendation: Madam Cha Dal Rae's Love similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Madam Cha Dal Rae's Love(차달래 부인의 사랑)

2018South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceComedy

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

This drama revolves around three women in their middle age: Cha Jin Ok, Oh Dal Sook, and Nam Mi Rae. They are friends who completed high school together and think they are living fulfilling lives; however, they encounter a significant turning point in their lives. (KoreanDrama.org)

Recommendation: The Spirits of Love similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Spirits of Love()

2006Taiwan
FamilyMelodramaRomanceMultiple Mains

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Chun Ja's Happy Events similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Chun Ja's Happy Events(춘자네 경사났네)

2008South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Yeon Bun Hong finds herself as a single mother after being deceived by the man she cared for, yet she remains resolute in her decision to forge ahead with her life. Bun Hong became pregnant with Gi Seok's baby, but he expressed his disinterest in having the child and urged her to terminate the pregnancy, which she found herself unable to do. Tragically, her friends, Lee Ju Yeong and Lee Seon Hui, lost their lives in a boating accident; Bun Hong was on the boat as well, but she managed to survive. Seon Hui was in a relationship with Ju Yeong, but due to a series of misunderstandings, the Lee family mistakenly believed that Bun Hong was Ju Yeong's partner and that she was expecting his child. To escape her troubles, Bun Hong moved into the Lee household, allowing them to think that the baby was Ju Yeong's. Lee Ju Hyeok, Ju Yeong's elder brother, develops feelings for Bun Hong. What will happen when the Lee family uncovers the truth behind Bun Hong's deception regarding the child's parentage? How will Ju Hyeok react to her once he learns the reality?

Recommendation: I Can't Stop similar to Ai no Meikyu
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I Can't Stop(멈출 수 없어)

2009South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Hong Yun Shi was a naive and innocent young woman who maintained her cheerful disposition despite her upbringing in a life of poverty. Her challenging situation leads her to wed the wealthy Byung Joo, but she soon faces betrayal from both her husband and her mother-in-law. Upon learning that her mother-in-law played a role in her mother’s mysterious vanishing, Yun Shi begins to lose her once-pure nature and becomes consumed by thoughts of vengeance. Soo Ri, who has deep feelings for Yun Shi, can do little more than watch over her with affection and concern.

Recommendation: Still You (2012) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Still You (2012)(그래도 당신)

2012South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A story revolves around a woman who, after going through a phony divorce, partners with her husband's rival to rekindle the affection of her true husband, who has had a change of heart.

Recommendation: TV Novel: Eun Hui similar to Ai no Meikyu
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TV Novel: Eun Hui(TV소설 은희)

2013South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

On the eve of the Korean War in 1950, a man is murdered, setting off a chain of events that affects three families as four young individuals navigate the complexities of love and forgiveness. Kim Eun Hee's father is wrongfully accused of the crime and meets a tragic end as a consequence. Since that incident, Eun Hee has faced ostracism from her community. Im Sung Jae has always harbored feelings for Eun Hee, but their shared history threatens to keep them apart. Following his father's death, Sung Jae was ironically taken in and raised by the actual murderer, Cha Seok Goo. Seok Goo's daughter, Cha Young Joo, is both intelligent and arrogant, and she has developed feelings for Sung Jae. Her jealousy motivates her to attempt to sabotage his relationship with Eun Hee. Meanwhile, Choi Jung Tae is also in love with Eun Hee but chooses to accept that her affections lie elsewhere.

Recommendation: The Dearest Lady similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Dearest Lady(최고의 연인)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A lively miniseries focused on family dynamics, showcasing a blend of various generations and their distinct perspectives on relationships. The central storyline revolves around the tensions that emerge between a mother and her daughter, primarily stemming from the men they are involved with, highlighting the struggles that single mothers and divorcees encounter in contemporary society. The portrayal of their lives, along with those intertwined with them, resonates with viewers, evoking a comforting sensation known as love. (MBC)

Recommendation: Always Springtime similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Always Springtime(언제나 봄날)

2016South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Set against a backdrop of hope in a challenging and disconnected society, this drama explores themes of filial devotion, family connections, and virtuous individuals. It uncovers the genuine essence of marriage and love by illustrating the modern dating landscape and societal perspectives, all while highlighting the contrasting traits of young individuals who seek a partner based on social standing and wealth rather than authentic affection. Life is filled with both joyful and difficult moments, but having cherished ones around will transform each day into a delightful spring. (MBC)

Recommendation: Witch's Castle similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Witch's Castle(마녀의 성)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Oh Dan-Byul suffered the loss of her parents as a result of her own error. She enters into a marriage with Joon-Young, but he unfortunately dies. At the same time, her mother-in-law, Ho-Duk, ends her marriage due to her husband’s unfaithfulness, and her sister-in-law, Se-Sil, comes back to South Korea after separating from her Italian spouse. Now, these three women cohabitate, navigating their individual challenges and growing to be significant in one another’s lives.

Recommendation: My Rosy Life similar to Ai no Meikyu
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My Rosy Life(장밋빛 인생)

2005South Korea
InfidelityMelodramaRomanceOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Maeng Sun Yi dedicated her childhood and adolescence to caring for her father, who turned to heavy drinking after her mother left them when she was just 10, along with her two younger siblings. She even sacrificed her own education to work hard and pay for her siblings' schooling. Sun Yi is married to Ban Sung Moon, who is five years her junior, and they have two daughters together. Her life is filled with ongoing challenges, yet she perceives this as her version of "happiness." Eventually, her husband falls for a beautiful divorced woman and requests a divorce from Sun Yi. Meanwhile, her younger sister, Maeng Young Yi, has become a successful professional and is in a relationship with her first love, Lee Jung Do, who is now married to someone else and had ended their relationship in the past to focus on his career. Additionally, Sun Yi's younger brother, Chul Soo, achieves his doctorate in the United States and chooses to settle there, neglecting his duty to care for their father. To complicate matters further, Sun Yi receives a cancer diagnosis, which she views as akin to a death sentence. After discovering her illness, her husband begins to introspect and reveals to her the true essence of marital love.

Recommendation: The Loving Home similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Loving Home(把爱带回家)

2014China
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Rebooted in 2011, the South Korean series Sparkling featured Kim Hyun Joo and Lee Yoo Ri in leading roles.

Recommendation: Fiancee similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Fiancee(未婚妻)

2013China
FamilyInfidelityMelodramaRomanceNovel AdaptationDramaRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited Love

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Lan Xiao Yi made the decision to leave her job in Nanjing and move to Shanghai with her boyfriend Tian Fei. Although she faces challenges with her low-paying job in Shanghai, Xiao Yi finds happiness in being with Tian Fei. However, Tian Fei's coworker Xiao Lu, a recent college graduate, develops feelings for him and is determined to win him over. In a complicated turn of events, Xiao Lu pretends to be pregnant in an attempt to pressure Tian Fei into marrying her. Tian Fei promises Xiao Yi that he will resolve the situation and return in 2 years. Despite learning about the pregnancy, Xiao Yi trusts Tian Fei and waits for him. After waiting for six months, Xiao Yi decides to re-enter the workforce as she grows tired of waiting for Tian Fei. Extracted from the novel "Fulfill Your Own Blue Sky."

Recommendation: The Fierce Wife similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Fierce Wife(犀利人妻)

2010Taiwan
FamilyInfidelityMelodramaRomanceCold Man-Warm WomanLife LessonOlder Man-Younger WomanOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Xie An Zhen, the ideal wife and mother, always put in her best efforts to create a happy family for her husband and young daughter. However, her world comes crashing down when her husband betrays her by having an affair with her cousin, who An Zhen had generously welcomed into their home. This betrayal leads to An Zhen separating from her husband and stepping out of her traditional role as a housewife to create a new life for herself and her daughter. Through this journey, she rediscovers her identity, strengths, and confidence. As she navigates the challenges of the outside world, the divorce turns into a battle of emotions and intelligence.

Recommendation: A Wife’s Credentials similar to Ai no Meikyu
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A Wife’s Credentials(아내의 자격)

2012South Korea
Dysfunctional MarriageFamilyInfidelityMelodramaRomanceDramaHousewife LeadIll ChildIllnessMother-Son RelationshipRich Male LeadSecret Second Family

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Dysfunctional Marriage, Family, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In contemporary society, academic performance among children has become a benchmark for what exceptional wives should possess. This drama illustrates a housewife's battle to enhance her child's academic standing within South Korea's competitive educational landscape while embracing her own humanity and capacity for love. Seo Rae is a self-accepting homemaker and mother, married to Sang Jin, a wealthy and highly educated individual. However, she is taken aback when she learns that her niece has been accepted into an International junior high school, prompting her to seek similar admissions for her son, Han Gyul. As he begins attending preparatory classes, his grades show marked improvement. Yet, after taking him to see a dentist named Tae Oh, she unexpectedly finds herself falling for him. Now, she faces a pivotal decision, torn between the possibility of an affair that could jeopardize her life and a future with her true love. (JTBC)

Recommendation: Romance or Marriage similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Romance or Marriage(浪漫向左,婚姻往右)

2011China
FamilyInfidelityRomanceDramaEthics

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Fan Chen and Chen Xiao Wen are experiencing their second period of relationship challenges. Fan Chen, who works as the Director of the Editorial Department at a book publishing company, is known for his outgoing personality and great sense of humor. He often brings laughter to his colleagues at work. On the other hand, his wife Chen Xiao Wen, who is the Chief Physician in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, is known for being extremely rational and strict in all aspects of her life. Despite Fan Chen's efforts to create a warm and romantic atmosphere for them, Xiao Wen remains indifferent and critical of his attempts to revive their marriage. She even starts to suspect that he may be having an affair. Fan Xiao Guang, Fan Chen's younger brother, is a generous but idle individual. He often lends money borrowed from Fan Chen to help others in need. On one occasion, Fan Chen lends money to Xiao Guang so that he can purchase a new apartment and get married. However, Xiao Guang ends up selling the apartment at a low price to help a friend whose father is ill. This decision leads to a crisis in Fan Chen and Xiao Wen's marriage.

Recommendation: Affairs of a Married Couple similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Affairs of a Married Couple(夫妻那些事)

2012China
FamilyMelodramaRomanceComedyDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The tale of Tang Peng and Lin Jun, a previously childless couple, and their emotional journey towards parenthood, filled with both sorrow and joy.

Recommendation: Married But Available (2015) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Married But Available (2015)(婚姻时差)

2015China
FamilyInfidelityRomanceDramaLove Triangle

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In their marriage, Li Hai and Wu Ting have a strong bond. While Wu Ting looks after their daughter, Yingzi, in Canada for her schooling, Li Hai focuses on his career in China. However, Li Hai develops feelings for Zhao Xiaofei, a journalist. When Wu Ting discovers the affair, she quickly returns to China to try to salvage their relationship. Now, Li Hai is faced with a decision between these two women.

Recommendation: Born Rich (2009) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Born Rich (2009)(富貴門)

2009Hong Kong
FamilyMelodramaRomanceBusinessLove Triangle

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the intricate world of finance, Cheuk Yat Yuen mistakenly believes that con artist Sa Fu Loi is his long-lost half brother, Cheuk Yat Ming. This fortunate error propels the swindler into a prominent position within the banking industry. Yuen's affection for Fu blinds him to the true nature and intentions of the con artist. However, Yuen's life takes a dramatic turn when he is abducted by a group of rioters while overseas, leading to a significant shift in his personality. Despite the efforts of his wife, Ho Tseuk Nin, to comfort him, Yuen struggles to overcome the traumatic ordeal. Seeking solace elsewhere, Yuen rekindles a relationship with his former flame, Tung Ling Chi, devastating Nin upon discovery of the affair. Meanwhile, Fu finds solace in assuming the identity of Cheuk Yat Ming, experiencing a sense of familial warmth and even embarking on a romantic journey with Yuen's younger sister, Cheuk Yat Sum. However, Sum, under the mistaken belief that they are biological siblings, conceals her feelings for Fu and remains committed to her admirer, Ko Tok Man. This revelation deeply wounds Fu, torn between his love for Sum and the inability to disclose his true identity. Ultimately, faced with the choice between love and wealth, Fu opts for the path of fortune, navigating a complex web of money, love, and ethical dilemmas in a gripping tale of deceit and desire.

Recommendation: Aishu no Romera similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Aishu no Romera(愛讐のロメラ)

2008Japan
FamilyMelodramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

When Tamaki was young, her father passed away in a tragic accident and her mother disappeared, leaving Tamaki to care for her sick brother Ryota. Upon hearing of her mother's death, Tamaki hurries to the hospital only to discover that her mother had undergone a drastic transformation and had taken her own life. Finding solace in the hospital director's son, Kyosuke, Tamaki falls in love with him, only to later uncover that Kyosuke's father had an affair with her mother, leading to her mother's disappearance and suicide.

Recommendation: Can Anyone Love similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Can Anyone Love(사랑은 아무나 하나)

2009South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceComedyDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A humorous drama focused on four sisters. These sisters, along with their families, reside in a multi-level building that features a coffee shop on the ground floor.

Recommendation: Near to You similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Near to You(당신 곁으로)

2003South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Glass Slippers similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Glass Slippers(유리구두)

2002South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceSeparation At BirthSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The story revolves around Tae Hee and Yun Hee, siblings who lost their mother during Yun Hee's birth. Their father, who deeply cares for them, married their mother against the wishes of their paternal grandfather. With no family support, the sisters and their father face financial difficulties, especially as their father battles a serious illness. As they grow up, Tae Hee and Yun Hee find themselves living separate lives, unaware of each other due to unfortunate circumstances.

Recommendation: To Be With You (2002) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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To Be With You (2002)(당신 옆이 좋아)

2002South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

This story revolves around three different households. The Han family consists of Mr. Han, his second wife, and four daughters. While two of the daughters are from his previous marriage, the younger two are from his current marriage. The Choi family is made up of Mr. and Mrs. Choi and their two sons. Lastly, the Lee family includes Mr. Lee and his two sons. (Koreanwiz.org)

Recommendation: Innocent You similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Innocent You( 순결한 당신)

2008South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceFamily SecretSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A tale centered around two families and the hidden truth they share. Kang Ji Hwan hails from a prominent and affluent background. He encounters and falls for Seo Dan Bi, who comes from a less fortunate family, prompting disapproval from both sides regarding their romance. Ji Hwan's younger sibling, Eun Hwan, and his spouse, Soo Ah, are fervently trying to conceive but have faced repeated failures. When Dan Bi joins the Kang household, she arrives already expecting, which creates friction between her and Soo Ah. This strain between the two daughters-in-law impacts the bond between the two brothers, who have always maintained a close relationship. Meanwhile, Lee Mi Jin, Ji Hwan's first love, reappears in his life with the aim of sabotaging his relationship with Dan Bi. She possesses a grave, hidden truth that could have serious repercussions for both families. How will Mi Jin leverage her knowledge of this dark secret to drive a wedge between Ji Hwan and Dan Bi? What enduring consequences will this have for both families? What is the nature of the dark secret?

Recommendation: Good for You similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Good for You(잘났어 정말)

2013South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A woman who craves constant affection in an everlasting romance. She finds it impossible to endure a day without love. Even after experiencing heartbreak and betrayal repeatedly, she continues to fall for men. (MBC)

Recommendation: Save the Family similar to Ai no Meikyu
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Save the Family(가족을 지켜라)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaSoap Opera

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

U Jin is a driven physician who has lost faith in genuine love following past disappointments. He perceives marriage merely as a commercial arrangement. Hae Su is employed as a sous-chef, and she aspires to marry the right partner and build a family. Before long, U Jin finds himself falling for her, leading to a struggle between his feelings and his ambitions.

Recommendation: TV Novel: Gold Land similar to Ai no Meikyu
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TV Novel: Gold Land(TV소설 순금의 땅)

2014South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaHistorical

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A dramatic story centered on a protagonist named Jeong Soon-geum, who flourishes in her ginseng enterprise along the Limjin River during the 1950s to 1970s.

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TV Novel: The Stars are Shining(TV소설 별이 되어 빛나리)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaHistorical

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

After the passing of her father, Jo Bong Hee's family faces significant challenges. She navigates various hurdles to rise as the top fashion designer in South Korea.

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Iron Lady Cha(불굴의 차여사)

2015South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceComedyDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Individuals who belong to the baby boomer generation often find themselves caring for aging parents while also sacrificing their own needs to fund their children’s education. This series explores the dynamics of a couple in their fifties alongside their children and elderly parents, representing three distinct generations. Information spreads rapidly through social media, societal concerns become trending topics almost instantaneously thanks to smart devices, and young adults can easily find a coffee shop on nearly every corner of the city to enjoy a bitter Americano in the 21st century. The one constant throughout these changes is the importance of family ties. Those in their fifties face the challenge of an increasing elderly population while often failing to save for retirement, as they allocate their finances towards their children’s education in a job market that offers fewer opportunities. Younger generations frequently use language that their elders may not comprehend, and the concept of casual dating has evolved significantly for today’s youth. By examining three generations within a family, we highlight various aspects of society. Additionally, we delve into the everyday life of Lady Cha, a resilient figure in the family, to illustrate elements of a typical, nurturing family environment. (MBC)

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Meant to Be(하늘의 인연)

2023South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceMultiple MainsRevenge

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Chi Hwan values wealth and power over following the law and aspires to be at the top of society. He faced tragedy at a young age when his mother died under suspicious circumstances, leading him to endure poverty and war on his own. Determined to escape his hardships, he climbed out of poverty to achieve great success as the chairman of Shine Cosmetics. Se Na, who is actually Yi Chang's biological daughter, grows up believing she is Chi Hwan's daughter and dreams of inheriting his fortune. She longs to be with Jin Woo, but soon realizes he is in love with Hae In, Chi Hwan's biological daughter. In a twist of fate, Hae In lost her mother as a child and was adopted by Yi Chang. How will the destinies of these fathers and daughters unfold?

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Without Her, Even Hero Is Zero(我是顧家男)

2019Taiwan
FamilyInfidelityRomanceComedyMultiple Couples

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A tale of a strict female boss and her kind-hearted boyfriend navigating the challenges of their relationship in pursuit of a happy ending. Gu Jia Nan is a member of the group that is against marriage, while Xu Shuang Shuang is known for her strong and intimidating demeanor. Despite their contentious interactions at work, they have been secretly dating. When Jia Nan is considered for a promotion, Shuang Shuang ends up receiving the opportunity instead. As Jia Nan faces the risk of losing his home and judgment from his girlfriend's critical mother, will they be able to overcome these obstacles and tie the knot?

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Love Again (2012)(러브 어게인)

2012South Korea
FamilyMelodramaRomanceDramaLife

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds as men and women in their 40s reunite after three decades, thanks to an event organized by a former classmate. While they keep their current lives concealed, they relish the gathering and subsequently return to their daily routines. However, two of the attendees start meeting regularly, reigniting past passions and leading to a perilous romantic entanglement. The story intricately explores the tensions within families and the weight of everyday life, yet as they unravel the enigma, the bonds of friendship and affection among them withstand numerous challenges and reconciliations. This tale captures the loneliness and struggles of middle age in contemporary existence, which imposes the obligations of parenthood and partnership upon them, offering a chance to reflect on the lives they inadvertently left behind long ago.

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White Lies (2012)( 真爱谎言)

2012China
FamilyMelodramaRomanceCity SettingDrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The setting of the story is a bustling city in China, where a wealthy family and a less fortunate family are the main focus. The narrative kicks off with a mother who devotes herself to caring for her autistic son. Despite being the head of a prominent department store and having immense wealth and influence, she harbors deep-seated sorrows and anguish that she keeps hidden. Her husband is unfaithful, her son is autistic, and her daughter is rebellious. When her son falls in love with a nurse nursing a broken heart from a past relationship, the mother goes to great lengths to bring them together. This decision leads to a merging of the affluent and humble families, setting the stage for a web of intricate relationships to unfold.

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I'm Sorry Kang Nam Goo(아임 쏘리 강남구)

2016South Korea
FamilyInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAmnesiaDivorced Female LeadDramaMultiple CouplesNice Male Lead

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

A deadly yet pure love tale about a man who relentlessly chased success for the sake of his family, and a woman who lost everything after discovering her husband's wealthy parents.

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It Was Love(사랑했나봐 )

2012South Korea
FamilyInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBest Friends RelationshipFrenemyFriendshipRevengeSecond Chance Romance

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

A woman finds her life shattered when her closest friend betrays her by taking her husband. This frenemy causes chaos in her world, all in the name of her own daughter. What fate awaits them as justice seeks to restore balance in their lives? (MBC)

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Story of My Mother's Family(娘家的故事)

2009China
FamilyMelodrama

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family and Melodrama with a 33% similarity match.

The story explores the attitudes and daily lives of two families connected through marriage, showcasing how seemingly insignificant details reveal the dynamics of their relationships within the family and marriage

Recommendation: The Wedding (2009) similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Wedding (2009)(嫁衣)

2009China
MelodramaRomance

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Melodrama and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

The drama depicts the heartfelt tale of a woman left by her husband due to their child's severe illness, alongside the romantic journey involving four men.

Recommendation: The Lying Lover similar to Ai no Meikyu
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The Lying Lover(说谎的爱人)

2010China
FamilyRomance

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family and Romance with a 33% similarity match.

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Golden Marriage Season 2(金婚风雨情)

2010China
FamilyRomance

Like Ai no Meikyu, this drama also features Family and Romance with a 33% similarity match.