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Bad Papa(배드파파)

2018South Korea
AdventureBoxingCar AccidentChildhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipDifficult AdulthoodDifficult ChildhoodDramaDysfunctional MarriageMad DogMarried LifeMorally Ambiguous Male LeadRomanceSports

Yoo Ji Cheol faces a tough choice to embrace a negative persona in his quest to be a better father. Once celebrated as a top boxer, he experienced a devastating loss that stripped him of everything he had worked for. His wealth and reputation disappeared in an instant. After reaching his lowest point, he resolves to reclaim his life by turning to mixed martial arts.

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Recommendation: Punch (2003) similar to Bad Papa
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Punch (2003)(때려)

2003South Korea
BoxingDramaRomanceSports

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 29% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Sunshine in Me similar to Bad Papa
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Sunshine in Me(骄阳似我)

2014China
DramaRomanceSports

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 21% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: Fast Track Love similar to Bad Papa
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Fast Track Love(车神)

2006China
DramaRomanceSports

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Boom! Boom! similar to Bad Papa
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Boom! Boom!(拳拳四重奏)

2020China
BoxingDifficult AdulthoodRomanceSportsBandFriendshipHealingMusicYouth

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Boxing, Difficult Adulthood, Romance, and Sports themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: In Later Years similar to Bad Papa
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In Later Years(熟年)

2023China
DramaDysfunctional MarriageMarried LifeRomanceNovel AdaptationFamilyFamily RelationshipFemale Centered PlotLife

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Dysfunctional Marriage, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Hey Pro My Mountain Girl Second Season similar to Bad Papa
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Hey Pro My Mountain Girl Second Season(我的单板女孩)

2019China
DramaRomanceSportsFirst Love

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 20% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: The Ringmaster similar to Bad Papa
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The Ringmaster(拳王)

2021Hong Kong
BoxingDramaSportsAction

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Sports themes with a 20% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: Glory Jane similar to Bad Papa
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Glory Jane(영광의 재인)

2011South Korea
DramaRomanceSportsBaseball

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 20% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: The Champion (2004) similar to Bad Papa
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The Champion (2004)(任我遨游)

2004Taiwan
DramaRomanceSportsSwimming

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 20% similarity match.

"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.

Recommendation: The War for Love similar to Bad Papa
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The War for Love(真情无限之继母)

2006China
Car AccidentDramaRomanceRich Male Lead

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Car Accident, Drama, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: Live Your Life similar to Bad Papa
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Live Your Life(好好生活)

2021China
Car AccidentDifficult AdulthoodDramaRomanceBusiness IndustryComedyDeathFriendshipHardworking Female LeadMultiple CouplesSismance

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Car Accident, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: If I Never Loved You similar to Bad Papa
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If I Never Loved You(如果从没爱过你)

2022China
DramaDysfunctional MarriageMarried LifeRomanceActor-Actress Supporting CharacterAdapted From A ComicHalf-sisters' RelationshipRich Male LeadSecretary Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Dysfunctional Marriage, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: Fall In Love With You Again similar to Bad Papa
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Fall In Love With You Again(转身说爱你)

2015China
DramaDysfunctional MarriageRomanceLove TriangleTime Travel

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Dysfunctional Marriage, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Love Racing similar to Bad Papa
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Love Racing(러브 레이싱)

2008South Korea
DramaRomanceSportsComedyMiniseries

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Knockout similar to Bad Papa
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The Knockout(狂飙)

2023China
AdventureDramaRomanceActionCrime

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Drama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Doomed to Oblivion similar to Bad Papa
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Doomed to Oblivion(鄭板橋)

2005Hong Kong
AdventureDramaRomanceHistoricalLife

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Drama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: You Are a Gift similar to Bad Papa
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You Are a Gift(당신은 선물)

2016South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodDramaRomanceMelodramaRevenge

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Newcomers to the Middle-Aged similar to Bad Papa
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Newcomers to the Middle-Aged(人到中年)

2009China
DramaMarried LifeRomanceAge GapFamily Relationship

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Rope a Dope similar to Bad Papa
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Rope a Dope(繩角)

2022Hong Kong
BoxingDramaSportsManhua AdaptationBoxer Male Lead

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Sports themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Ano Hi Bowling Jo Kara Derarenaku Natta Koto similar to Bad Papa
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Ano Hi Bowling Jo Kara Derarenaku Natta Koto(あの日ボウリング場から出られなくなったこと)

2023Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaSportsBowlingMiniseries

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Sports themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Nian Xia Dui Wo Xu Mou Yi Jiu similar to Bad Papa
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Nian Xia Dui Wo Xu Mou Yi Jiu(年下对我蓄谋已久)

2024China
Childhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceChildhood ConnectionFilmed VerticallyLong Time CrushPlagiarismProduct Designer Female LeadShort Length SeriesWorkaholic Female LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Crush, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Pan Jing Zhi similar to Bad Papa
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Pan Jing Zhi(攀京枝)

2025China
Childhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceWeb Novel AdaptationAdopted Female LeadBallet Dancer Female LeadCEO Male LeadFilmed VerticallyHealthy Mains’ RelationshipMarriage Of ConvenienceShort Length Series

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Crush, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Motel California similar to Bad Papa
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Motel California(모텔 캘리포니아)

2025South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDifficult AdulthoodDramaRomanceCarefree Male LeadChildhood Acquaintances ReunitingEstranged ChildEstranged ParentMixed Race Female LeadMotel Owner Male LeadReturn To HometownVillage Setting

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Fufu ga Kowareru Toki similar to Bad Papa
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Fufu ga Kowareru Toki(夫婦が壊れるとき)

2023Japan
DramaDysfunctional MarriageMarried LifeRomanceAge GapAge GapBetrayed By A Significant OtherDoctor Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Supporting CharacterMelodramaThrillerUnhealthy Mains' Relationship

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Dysfunctional Marriage, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Speed (2018) similar to Bad Papa
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Speed (2018)(极速青春)

2018China
DramaRomanceSportsCar RacingMotorsportYouth

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 18% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Yu Ni Xiang Yu Hao Xing Yun similar to Bad Papa
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Yu Ni Xiang Yu Hao Xing Yun(与你相遇好幸运)

2023China
Car AccidentDramaRomanceComaShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Car Accident, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% 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: Saishu Resha de Hajimaru Koi similar to Bad Papa
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Saishu Resha de Hajimaru Koi(最終列車で始まる恋)

2023Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceFriendshipMeet AgainMiniseries

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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?

Recommendation: Keu Keu Island's Secret similar to Bad Papa
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Keu Keu Island's Secret(크크섬의 비밀)

2008South Korea
AdventureDramaRomanceComedyFriendshipSitcom

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Insipid Life similar to Bad Papa
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Insipid Life(平淡生活)

2004China
BoxingDramaRomanceNovel AdaptationAmnesiaBoxer Male Lead

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Breathless (2003) similar to Bad Papa
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Breathless (2003)(나는 달린다)

2003South Korea
DramaRomanceSportsFamilyRich Woman-Poor ManRunning

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Quarrelsome Lovely In-Laws similar to Bad Papa
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Quarrelsome Lovely In-Laws(冤家亲家)

2014China
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceFamilyFriendshipLove Triangle

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: From Love to Happiness similar to Bad Papa
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From Love to Happiness(从爱情到幸福)

2022China
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMarried LifeRomanceDisapproving ParentHardworking Female LeadLifeLife LessonNice Male LeadRich Male LeadRivalrySearch For HappinessSmart Male Lead

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Memory Love similar to Bad Papa
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Memory Love(噗通噗通我愛你)

2017Taiwan
Car AccidentDifficult AdulthoodDramaRomanceAmnesiaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFoodHeartwarmingOrgan TransplantationSeaside SettingSecondary CoupleStolen Identity

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Car Accident, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: All the Way to the Sun similar to Bad Papa
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All the Way to the Sun(一路朝阳)

2023China
Difficult AdulthoodDramaDysfunctional MarriageRomanceAge GapAge GapBusinessChasing A DreamLawyer Female LeadLifeOffice Worker Female LeadPast FailureReal Estate Agent Supporting CharacterWorkplace Setting

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Dysfunctional Marriage, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: My Lovely Boxer similar to Bad Papa
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My Lovely Boxer(순정복서)

2023South Korea
BoxingDramaRomanceSportsAge GapAge GapBickering Mains' RelationshipBoxer Female LeadCompetitionCruel Male LeadFormer Athlete Female LeadFormer Athlete Supporting CharacterSelfish ParentYouth

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, Romance, and Sports themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Kimi ga Kokoro wo Kuretakara similar to Bad Papa
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Kimi ga Kokoro wo Kuretakara(君が心をくれたから)

2024Japan
Car AccidentDifficult AdulthoodDramaRomanceAbusive ParentAge GapChasing A DreamDisabled Male LeadFantasyHeir Male LeadInsecure Female LeadMentor-Mentee RelationshipViolence Against Children

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Car Accident, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Usokon similar to Bad Papa
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Usokon(ウソ婚)

2023Japan
Childhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceCohabitationComedyCEO Male LeadFake MarriageFake RelationshipFake To Real LoversIndecisive Female LeadPopular Male LeadSecret Crush

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Crush, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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?

Recommendation: Otonari Complex similar to Bad Papa
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Otonari Complex(おとなりコンプレックス)

2025Japan
Childhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceComedyCrossdresser Female LeadCrossdresser Male LeadFriends To LoversGender BenderGender Role ReversalGender SwapMiniseriesNeighbors' Relationship

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Crush, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Modern City similar to Bad Papa
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Modern City(暖阳之下)

2021China
DramaDysfunctional MarriageMarried LifeRomanceChairman Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFamilyHalf-sister-Half-brother RelationshipLifeManager Female LeadMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMature Female Lead

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Drama, Dysfunctional Marriage, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Adventure For Love similar to Bad Papa
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The Adventure For Love(寻找爱的冒险)

2016China
AdventureDramaRomanceFriendshipInvestigationLifeMystery

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

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The Glory of Tang Dynasty(大唐荣耀)

2017China
AdventureDramaMarried LifeRomanceConcubine Female LeadEmperor Xuanzong Of TangHaremHistoricalHistorical FictionHistorical FigureNice Female LeadPoisoningPrinceYang Guifei

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Drama, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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

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Fighter of the Destiny(择天记)

2017China
AdventureChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceActionCultivationFantasyFateFriendshipTaoismTearjerkerWuxiaXianxiaXuanhuan

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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)

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Longyou Tianxia(龙游天下)

2008China
AdventureDramaRomanceActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

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Hey Pro My Mountain Girl(我的单板女孩)

2019China
DramaRomanceSportsFirst LoveHeight DifferenceLove TriangleSecond Chance Romance

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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)

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The Sun is Burning(骄阳似火)

2019China
BoxingDramaRomanceCity SettingCrimeGangLove Triangle

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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.

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Love in Shanghai(两个人的世界)

2021China
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMarried LifeRomanceClassmates' RelationshipLifeMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadMelodramaSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

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Wo De Nv Ren You Dian Huai(我的女人有点坏)

2021China
Car AccidentDramaRomanceFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesTime TravelWeb Series

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Car Accident, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

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Binary Love(二进制恋爱)

2022China
Childhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceCampus SettingCollege To Working LifeComedyFirst LoveFlashback To PastFriends To LoversFriendshipMale Chases Female FirstUnrequited LoveYouth

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Childhood Crush, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

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Destined(长风渡)

2023China
Difficult ChildhoodDramaMarried LifeRomanceArranged MarriageBusinessCharacter DevelopmentComedyHistoricalIndependent Female LeadNice Male LeadRich FamilySmart Female LeadSupportive In-Law

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Difficult Childhood, Drama, Married Life, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.

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Blade Heart(血薦軒轅)

2004Hong Kong
AdventureDramaRomanceActionHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

Like Bad Papa, this drama also features Adventure, Drama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

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.