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In a world where strength often triumphs over justice, a man and a woman come together in a tragic yet hopeful love story. Yoo Bin faces the loss of her only family, her brother Yoo Cheol, in a boxing match, leaving her to navigate life alone. Despite the hardships she faces, Yoo Bin seizes the opportunity to become a female boxer, transforming into a resilient woman who balances her days in the ring with nights working as a nightclub solicitor. However, Han Sae emerges as a formidable opponent with impressive speed and skill. Despite knowing Yoo Bin's connection to Yoo Cheol, Han Sae finds himself drawn to her refreshing presence.

A tale of romance and vengeance unfolds between a pair of siblings. (DramaWiki) Two options to choose from: 34 episodes (on television) // 35 episodes (on DVD)

Zhang Jia Xiang, a racer, lost his position at a racing club after accepting responsibility for a car accident caused by Huo Jun Cong. To regain his spot, he must now accumulate sufficient funds. Along the way, he crosses paths with Chen Xiao Xiao, leading to a blossoming relationship. Despite Ouyang Qian's deep affection for Jia Xiang, whom she grew up with, he only sees her as a sister. As a result, conflicts arise as his romantic journey unfolds.

Assisted by four talented teenagers, Lin Bo He, a young female boxer with aspirations in music, overcomes various challenges and guides her bandmates to achieve a high score in the music competition.

Chun Mei is experiencing a challenging period in her life, grappling with the stresses of getting older and facing the realities of her situation. Despite outward appearances of success, with her son excelling in school, her husband Wei Qiang thriving as a professor, and a potential promotion on the horizon, Chun Mei is struggling internally. Things take a turn for the worse when Wei Qiang disappears suddenly, leading Chun Mei to suspect him of being unfaithful. Upon his return, he shocks her by requesting a divorce.

A tale unfolds as the recently appointed manager of a ski resort crosses paths with a dedicated ski instructor, joining forces to prevent the park from shutting down. (ChineseDrama.info)

Life is often compared to a boxing match, with its highs and lows mirroring the struggle in the ring. We must navigate fame, fortune, and relationships while choosing when to be aggressive or defensive in our actions. When challenges arise, we must fight diligently to triumph over hurdles and persist. True strength lies not in being invincible, but in the determination to rise after a fall and keep moving forward. Ultimately, life is a personal battle for each individual. (CasualTVB)

Yoon Jae In is a young woman facing numerous challenges while aspiring to become a nurse. Her life takes a turn when she encounters Kim Young Kwang at the hospital, where he is being treated for injuries. Kim Young Kwang, a baseball player once celebrated for his exceptional hitting skills, has now been relegated to a secondary position. As they both strive to navigate their difficult circumstances, they discover a deep affection for one another.

"The Champion" follows the intertwining stories of the Fei Yu female swimming team as they compete against the formidable Flying Fish. Under the guidance of their strict coach Wu Zhenkang, the initially underdog Fei Yu team, consisting of Lu Kaixin, Guo Jingwen, Wang Tong, and He Yilin, steadily improves. Surrounding them are supportive family and friends, including Kaixin's brother Kaiwei. Delving deeper into the storyline, we learn about Jingwen, known as the "tardy queen," who struggles to balance her demanding swimming commitments with her family responsibilities due to a challenging home life. Despite her obstacles, Jingwen remains resilient and determined to succeed. As the plot unfolds, Jingwen finds herself torn between choosing between Kaiwei and Zhenkang as she also navigates the complexities of young love. Various sub-plots emerge, all stemming from Kaixin's unrequited love for Jiajun, sparking jealousy among the Fei Yu team and causing turmoil for the characters, particularly the kind-hearted Kaixin.

Wu You and He Xi Ya have engaged in a battle of wits and wills, only to find themselves in a constant state of disagreement. Wu You soon learns that He Xi Ya was the one who saved her life during a car accident. Su Fei, a popular blogger known for her advice on handling emotional issues, actually lacks real-life romantic experience. Despite this, she finds comfort in a reliable companion during times of doubt. Lu Man has sworn off marriage, believing it brings nothing but trouble. However, she finds herself drawn to Lin Qing. Qian Jia Yi, a successful businesswoman, shocked everyone by getting married suddenly. However, the marriage ended due to conflicting values. When she meets a man similar to her in strength and capability, what will come of their relationship? As the four women navigate their careers and love lives, they learn that living well is the key to happiness.

Yan Xiao An was once deeply involved with her partner Lu Yun Zhan. Despite facing various challenges such as oppression, misunderstanding, and false accusations, she resolves to turn her life around. By presenting solid evidence, she successfully demonstrates to everyone that she was wrongfully accused in the past, leading Lu Yun Zhan to realize his profound misunderstanding of her. Ultimately, the couple reunites and reconciles. (WeTV)

After a car accident at the age of 36, Ling Ming Yu finds herself in her 22-year-old body with the opportunity to start her life anew. Unhappily married to Chen Yi in her previous life, she is determined not to repeat the same mistakes. However, things get complicated when she becomes entangled in a love triangle with Chen Yi and Qu Hao.

An Xin, a dedicated police officer in Jinghai City, is constantly battling against criminal organizations, striving to bring them to justice. Following a nationwide initiative to reform the political and legal system, a task force from Linjiang Province was dispatched to Jinghai to collaborate with law enforcement agencies in rooting out corruption. This operation successfully dismantled the network of protectionist measures established by criminal elements, ultimately eliminating a powerful group that had long operated in Jinghai.

The show follows the challenges and successes faced by Cheng Ban Kiu, a painter living in the Qing dynasty. Despite facing various obstacles, Ban Kiu eventually gains recognition for his exceptional skills in bamboo painting, a passion he shares with the emperor who seeks the best bamboo painting to be buried with him. Ban Kiu's famous quote, "Ignorance is Bliss", ultimately leads to unforeseen difficulties in his life.

Hyun-Soo is a bright and intelligent university student who has faced significant hardships in her life. Her father was killed in a motorcycle crash, and her mother sustained brain injuries as a result of that incident. She is in a relationship with Yoon-Ho, and they decide to tie the knot. Initially, his mother, Young-Ae, is against their union, but eventually she changes her mind. After they are married, Yoon-Ho and his father are involved in an accident that claims his father's life, and Yoon-Ho goes missing. Unbeknownst to her, Hyun-Soo is pregnant, and her mother-in-law relocates to another country without informing her. Years later, Hyun-Soo encounters Young-Ae once more.

Au Yeung Chun is a determined individual who refuses to give up. Facing financial troubles, he seeks solace in a boxing gym run by a friend, which soon becomes his sanctuary. Surrounded by fellow motivated individuals, he is motivated to pursue his dream of becoming a champion boxer in Asia. (Viu) Based on the comic "Dead End" by Jerry Cho Zi Ho.

The setting is a bowling alley close to shutting down for the night. Three employees are reminiscing about their past experiences as they prepare to close up. Reflecting on the time they were stranded in the bowling alley, the trio share their individual memories, each offering a unique perspective.

Based on the online fiction "Zui Wen Ye! Ta Yi Liao, Jie Ao Da Lao Xin Kuang Tiao" written by Yi Jian Yue.

Ji Gang Hui spent her childhood in Motel California, where her father managed the establishment in their rural village. Her mother came from a diverse background, leading to rumors and gossip among the locals. Gang Hui carried emotional scars from this period and harbored feelings for her childhood friend Cheon Yeon Su, her first love. After leaving her hometown at 20 to pursue a career in Seoul, she eventually became a successful interior designer. Despite her career success, Gang Hui felt compelled to return to her roots 12 years later. There, she reconnected with Cheon Yeon Su, who worked as a veterinarian in the village. Though he only loved Gang Hui, he faced pressure from eager farmers trying to set him up with their daughters. To avoid these unwanted advances, he pretended to be engaged to a fellow veterinarian. As fate would have it, Gang Hui and Cheon Yeon Su crossed paths once again after more than a decade.

Yoko is a woman who has a husband, a child, and a successful career as a doctor. Upon returning from a business trip in Sapporo with her husband, she discovers a lipstick falling out of his pocket. Later, she notices a long brown hair on his scarf that does not belong to her. Despite wanting to trust her husband, Yoko cannot shake off the feeling of doubt. As her world starts to crumble, she embarks on a journey of revenge. This drama is a remake of the British TV series "Doctor Foster" from 2015.

A sports drama focusing on young athletes in the competitive realm of professional and global car racing.

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.

Haru once realized his dream but eventually abandoned it. Now living in Nagoya, his hometown, he harbors a deep mistrust of others and lacks a clear sense of purpose. One night, on his way to work, he unexpectedly encounters his childhood friend Mako on the last train of the evening after 15 years apart. Mako used to look up to Haru, prompting him to fabricate a series of small lies to live up to her expectations. As Haru reconnects with Mako, his emotions start to shift, but what will become of this love founded on deceit?

A group of ten employees finds themselves stranded on an uninhabited island following an accident at sea during their corporate outing. Due to their intoxicated state before the mishap, none of them can remember how they ended up on the island. This sitcom chronicles the experiences of these characters as they navigate their survival on the deserted Keu Keu Island.

You first encountered Zhou Yue at a boxing gym, where she immediately fell for you, though you were unaware of her feelings. Years later, you reunite, but Zhou Yue has lost all memory due to an injury. As he begins to remember with your assistance, you realize that he has no recollection of you in his memories. Taken from a novel by Hai Yan.

In this setting, a young man envisions his future with determination. Despite facing the daily grind to make ends meet, he is driven by his dreams and love. His boundless energy propels him forward, overshadowing his impoverished background. Unfazed by any ridicule from the world, he remains focused on his goals. On the other hand, a confident young woman exudes self-awareness and independence. Failure is a foreign concept to her, as she has always emerged victorious in life. She navigates through challenges effortlessly, discarding anything deemed unnecessary. However, she cannot resist the power of love, which ultimately shapes her destiny. Like an open prairie, she radiates youth and vitality. Their love for each other transforms their lives, propelling them towards an uncertain future.

The narrative follows the lives of Liu Su Zhen, Wang Guo Sheng, and Zhou Hong Wei, who were classmates during their middle school years in the early 1980s. Wang Guo Sheng and Zhou Hong Wei share a close friendship, but they both develop feelings for Liu Su Zhen. The plot unfolds with a sequence of events that occur after Liu Su Zhen unintentionally marries Wang Guo Sheng.

Shen Yu and Gu Xiao Wei were both in love with the talented Hua Wei Lin. However, when Hua Wei Lin faced unexpected family issues, he had to leave university and start working earlier than planned. Shen Yu defied her parents' objections and married him, facing many challenges in their life together. Meanwhile, Gu Xiao Wei focused on building her business empire, providing discreet support to Shen Yu and Hua Wei Lin until they achieved financial stability. Despite facing her own emotional battles, Gu Xiao Wei eventually learned to open her heart and find happiness with their help.

Is it possible to save one life and two hearts? Qiao Jia En and her partner, Wang Xiu Kai, come back to Taiwan to reconnect with her estranged wealthy father

Li Mu Jia, a determined young woman from Beidiao, rose through the ranks from an assistant to a successful attorney at a prestigious law firm in Beijing

Kim Tae Young is a ruthless agent in the sports industry. He attracts promising athletes and maximizes his profits from them before they lose their edge. Among his clients is Kim Hee Won, a talented baseball pitcher who holds a special place in Kim Tae Young's heart. When faced with a challenging situation, Kim Tae Young is tasked with convincing former boxing champion Lee Kwon Sook to return to the ring. Lee Kwon Sook had risen to fame as a top boxer at the age of 17, winning all of her matches before suddenly vanishing. In an effort to help Kim Hee Won, Kim Tae Young seeks out Lee Kwon Sook, who has since moved on from the world of boxing.

Aihara Ame, who once struggled with self-doubt during her high school years in Nagasaki, found comfort in the kindness of Asano Taiyo, the only person who showed her warmth. Following her graduation, she relocated to Tokyo to pursue her aspiration of becoming a pastry chef, keeping her affection for him a secret. Upon her return to Nagasaki eight years later, she crosses paths with Taiyo once more, only to be devastated by a tragic accident. A stranger, claiming to be a celestial guide, offers her a chance at a miracle in exchange for her heart. Meanwhile, Taiyo, aspiring to carry on his family's fireworks legacy, has never forgotten Ame and regrets not expressing his emotions during their time together. Their paths converge once again after eight years.

Yae, an ordinary girl working at a cafe and sharing a living space with a friend, faces financial difficulties when her friend suddenly gets married and she loses her job on the same day. Things take a turn for the worse when her boyfriend breaks up with her, pushing her to her breaking point. However, her childhood friend Takumi unexpectedly reenters her life and proposes that she pose as his wife for six months as part of a part-time job. In exchange, Yae receives accommodation and living expenses. Despite initially being unaware, Yae learns that Takumi had feelings for her since they were young, while she only saw him as a friend. As Takumi tries to win her over and seek genuine love, their fake marriage with a time limit begins. Will their relationship evolve into something real despite starting off as a charade?

Childhood friends Kuji Akira and Ninomiya Makoto live next door to each other. Akira's appearance is considered attractive for a girl, while Makoto is seen as handsome for a boy, causing confusion in their gender presentation. As they navigate their feelings towards themselves and each other, they discover that their friends also have romantic feelings towards them. This manga series, "Otonari Complex" by Nonomura Saku, explores the complexities of love between childhood friends.

Song Si Ning relocates to Beijing in pursuit of her aspirations, where she finds herself at odds with her spouse, Li Jun Long, regarding the decision to have a second child

Xia Meng Xun, Tang Chao, and Bai Zhou, three affluent individuals, found themselves connected by three enigmatic Buddha statues. Their journey was marked by peril as they delved into their family's hidden truths and discovered love along the way.

The story follows a woman who is both intelligent and compassionate, rising to become a concubine in the imperial court

Chen Chang Sheng was left in a river and rescued by a Taoist monk. Afflicted with an untreatable illness, he is destined to die before reaching 20. Chang Sheng sets out from his home in search of a remedy, accompanied by Xu You Rong and Bai Luo Heng amidst the challenges of his quest. (Viki)

A tale unfolds as the newly appointed manager of a ski resort crosses paths with a passionate ski instructor, joining forces to prevent the park from shutting down. (ChineseDrama.info)

Chen Xuan was plunged into a harsh reality after her father's sudden passing, leaving her with a large debt to pay off in the form of an urn. Facing unemployment, eviction, and threats from debt collectors, she found unexpected allies in Zhao Chen and Zuo Ming. As she delved deeper into the mystery surrounding her father's death, she discovered a complex web of deceit. Despite their different backgrounds, Zhao Chen and Zuo Ming shared a love for boxing and harbored their own family-related burdens. Zuo Ming, heir to the Zuo company, yearned to break free from his predetermined fate but struggled internally. Drawn to Chen Xuan's resilience, both Zuo Ming and Zhao Chen found themselves entangled in her journey towards uncovering the truth. As Chen Xuan unraveled the conspiracy step by step, the fates of these young individuals became intertwined, ultimately revealing their true selves amidst the chaos.

The narrative follows two college friends who ventured to Shanghai to chase their aspirations away from home. Sharing a rented space, Dong Yang and Li Wen Jia gradually develop a close bond. Eventually, they confess their love and choose to tie the knot. They encountered various obstacles in their professional lives, such as being falsely accused at work, and encountered numerous challenges as they worked towards building a future together. (DramaWiki, ChineseDrama.info) Based on the book "Shanghai Dream" by Zhou Yi Fei.

Wang Qiang faces financial ruin in an instant, betrayed by his wife, and ends up working as a delivery man on the streets. However, a sudden car accident transports him back three years in time, giving him the opportunity to reclaim what he has lost and seek revenge on those who have wronged him. Along the way, he crosses paths with Wu Meng Xi, the CEO of Wu Group.

Zhou Lin Lin is a student with strengths in certain subjects and weaknesses in others. With the help of Fang Yu Ke, a top student with straight A's, Lin Lin follows a detailed study plan that not only helps her catch up but also secures her a spot at the best university in the country. Once school begins, Zhou Lin Lin finds herself in a complicated situation involving a promising tennis player named Wen Tao and Xie Duan Xi, a close friend of Fang Yu Ke. She also develops a close bond with her dorm mates Zhu Li and Wang Jie. With the support of Xie Duan Xi, Wang Yu, Lao Ding, and others, it seems that Fang Yu Ke's pursuit of love has finally come to a successful conclusion. However, Zhou Lin Lin and Fang Yu Ke face numerous challenges along the way. Despite the obstacles, their love remains unwavering from start to finish.

Liu Yu Ru, the sole lawful daughter of a former textile merchant, resides with her mother in a harsh environment where they face mistreatment despite their standing. Due to a mix-up, she is wedded to Gu Jiu Si, the infamous offspring of the wealthiest family in Yangzhou, known for his lazy lifestyle. Initially, Gu Jiu Si harbors negative feelings towards Liu Yu Ru, viewing her as deceitful and conniving. However, as she adjusts to her new life, she gains business knowledge from her receptive mother-in-law and grows closer to Gu Jiu Si. Meanwhile, the threat of war looms, with the Commissioner of Yangzhou instilling fear and placing the Gu family in dire circumstances. Despite the challenges they face, the compassionate couple's bond strengthens, leading them towards a prosperous future.

Twenty years ago, the Tong family was falsely accused of treason and sentenced to death. Tong Bik managed to escape with her life, but tragically lost her infant son in the process. Her husband, Ling Fung, was saved from death by a eunuch named Cheung Sing and forced to serve him as a captain of the guards. Ling agreed to serve the eunuch in order to seek revenge on the Szema family, who he believed were responsible for the downfall of the Tong family. Wearing a mask to conceal his identity as a death row convict, Ling remained in the capital to carry out his plan. After Tong Bik's second husband passes away, she decides to seek revenge on the Szema family by setting up a weapons foundry in the capital to compete with them for business. To showcase the foundry's skills, she creates a special sword for a competition and enlists a young man named Mang Lui, who has a disabled mother, to be the swordsman. Unbeknownst to them, a tragic event looms on the horizon as Mang Lui falls in love with Tong Bik's daughter, Wong Yee. Meanwhile, Tsun Wai, the daughter of a renowned doctor, arrives to help heal Mang Lui's mother and also finds herself drawn to him.