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Between Love & Desire(完美叛侶)

2016Hong Kong
Break UpCharacter DevelopmentChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipLawLawyer Male LeadLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited Love

After reaching a pivotal moment in his life, Ngo Pak Yin becomes consumed by a thirst for power. His aggressive nature and strict adherence to the law propel him to the ranks of top solicitors in Hong Kong. However, his hunger for power blinds him to the needs of others, causing his wife Rebecca Tsang Bo Lam to feel increasingly distant. Rebecca, who had supported him silently for years, realizes they no longer share the same values, leaving her heartbroken. During this difficult time, she finds solace in Patrick Lui Wing Hang, a less renowned solicitor who offers her emotional support. Despite her husband's fame and abilities, Rebecca falls in love with Patrick for his ability to understand her inner world. Eventually, she makes the difficult decision to leave her husband, only to face an attack from a mysterious assailant. Suspecting that Pak Yin may be behind the attack, Rebecca's life is thrown into turmoil once again. Recognizing his past mistakes, Pak Yin decides to change for the better, this time with a newfound sense of compassion.

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Recommendation: Be With You similar to Between Love & Desire
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Be With You(好想談戀愛)

2015Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveFamilyLifeMultiple Couples

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 43% similarity match.

Is a young woman able to find the bravery to approach a former high school crush? Xia Man Li was always well-liked in school and considered the most beautiful girl in her high school, yet she has never had luck in love. At a high school reunion, she reunites with Zhao Li Qi, a kind guy she once had feelings for. Man Li's younger sister, Xia ManAn, also harbors a childhood crush on Zhen Ying Jie, but despite her attempts to get close to him, he always appears to be involved with someone else. Ten years later, will the sisters be able to summon the courage to follow their hearts?

Recommendation: Quarrelsome Lovely In-Laws similar to Between Love & Desire
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Quarrelsome Lovely In-Laws(冤家亲家)

2014China
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceFamily

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 42% 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: Best Mistake Season 3 similar to Between Love & Desire
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Best Mistake Season 3(일진에게 반했을 때)

2021South Korea
Break UpCharacter DevelopmentDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveComedyEx Comes BackMultiple CouplesStudent Male LeadUniversityWeb SeriesYouth

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Break Up, Character Development, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 39% similarity match.

The upcoming season will be set in a university environment, portraying the development and relationships of youth as they get ready to step into reality. (Soompi)

Recommendation: Exhibition of Fireworks similar to Between Love & Desire
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Exhibition of Fireworks(불꽃놀이)

2006South Korea
Character DevelopmentDramaLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveMelodramaOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 38% similarity match.

Shin Na Ra, a nearly thirty-year-old woman, eagerly awaits the return of her boyfriend, who has been away on a business trip for seven years. During their dinner together, he reveals that he has not only been unfaithful but has also developed feelings for another woman. Consequently, their relationship comes to an end. To cope with her heartbreak, Na Ra consumes a significant amount of alcohol and accidentally drops the ring her former boyfriend gifted her into the cup of a stranger. This stranger, In Jae, unknowingly consumes the drink containing the ring, leading both of them to end up in the hospital. To make ends meet, Na Ra pretends to be her 20-year-old sister to get a job as a cosmetic clerk at the store of Mi Rae, the woman her ex-boyfriend has fallen for. Coincidentally, In Jae also finds himself at the same shop. Thus begins their unexpected journey of romance, as In Jae is also infatuated with Mi Rae.

Recommendation: Apple in Your Eye similar to Between Love & Desire
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Apple in Your Eye(妹妹)

2014Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveCohabitationMultiple Mains

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 38% similarity match.

The Zhou family had high expectations of having a son, but were disheartened when Zhou Ji Wei was born as a girl, becoming the third daughter in the family. Due to being seen as a disappointment, she only received hand-me-downs from her older sisters. Despite feeling unloved by her own family, she found comfort in the love and care shown by her neighbor, Dai Nai Nai. It was through Dai Nai Nai that she met Dai Yao Qi, who she tried to bond with as a sister, even though he had never desired a sister. Through her efforts to be close to him as a sister, she gradually realized that her feelings for him were not sibling love, but something more.

Recommendation: Return of Happiness similar to Between Love & Desire
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Return of Happiness(幸福归来)

2015China
Childhood Friends RelationshipFamily RelationshipFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveBirth SecretBusinessIdentity Swap

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Family Relationship, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 36% similarity match.

Yu You Wei was unknowingly stripped of her wealthy heiress status and replaced by a different girl when she was young. With the assistance of Han Ming, she sets out to pursue her dream of sailing. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges, including uncovering the truth about her true identity.

Recommendation: Clumsy Love similar to Between Love & Desire
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Clumsy Love(사랑할 수 있을까?)

2019South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveLong-Term RelationshipMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesUniversityWeb SeriesYouth

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: A Happy Woman similar to Between Love & Desire
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A Happy Woman(행복한 여자)

2007South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLove TriangleRomanceMelodrama

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Lee Ji Yeon possesses an inherently positive and cheerful demeanor and works as a jewelry accessory designer. She is wedded to Choi Joon Ho. Meanwhile, Kim Tae Seop, a detective known for his reserved nature, becomes deeply attached to Ji Yeon after falling for her. Ji Yeon finds herself in a dilemma involving two men.

Recommendation: Volleyball Lover similar to Between Love & Desire
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Volleyball Lover(我的排隊情人 (我的排队情人))

2010Taiwan
Character DevelopmentChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveComedyFriends To LoversSportsVolleyball

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Character Development, Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 33% similarity match.

Having grown up together, Bai Qian Rui and Xin Hai Jing never considered each other as anything more than friends. Therefore, it was not surprising when Hai Xing asked Qian Rui to assist the volleyball team, Qian Rui attempted various excuses to avoid it. He was more focused on pursuing a relationship with the lovely Jia Kai Lin rather than working hard with his close friend. However, joining the team turned out to be the catalyst they needed to transition their longstanding friendship into something deeper.

Recommendation: 9 End 2 Outs similar to Between Love & Desire
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9 End 2 Outs(9회말 2아웃)

2007South Korea
Character DevelopmentDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveBaseballCohabitationComedyLifeNice Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManPlayboy Male LeadSlow Burn Romance

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 32% similarity match.

Hong Nan Hee is a typical employee at a publishing company

Recommendation: Discovery of Romance similar to Between Love & Desire
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Discovery of Romance(연애의 발견)

2014South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceComedyEx Comes BackFlashback To PastInfidelitySecret Relationship

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Nam Ha Jin is a compassionate plastic surgeon who has been in a loving relationship with Yeo Reum for three years. However, their lives take a turn when her former boyfriend, Kang Tae Ha, unexpectedly shows up and pleads for her forgiveness.

Recommendation: Rays of Sunshine similar to Between Love & Desire
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Rays of Sunshine(햇빛 쏟아지다)

2004South Korea
DramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveCohabitationDeathDeath Of A FatherFriends To LoversRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yeon Woo experienced a joyful childhood in a caring family. However, tragedy struck when her father died under mysterious circumstances, leading her mother to marry a man a decade younger than herself. Unfortunately, bad luck continued to plague them; her mother passed away from Wilson’s disease, and her stepfather absconded with their money. During these tough times, Min Ho, a long-time friend, consistently offered her support. Determined to bring her father’s murderer to justice, Min Ho chose to pursue a career in law enforcement. Meanwhile, Eun Sup returned to Korea with the intent of stopping his girlfriend, Soo Ah, from marrying someone else, but she firmly rejected him. To complicate matters further, his father dispatched individuals to his hotel to apprehend him. In his attempt to escape, he fell onto the subway tracks and lost consciousness. Yeon Woo witnessed the entire incident from the platform and came to his rescue. Afterward, Eun Sup requested to stay with her temporarily, as he had nowhere else to turn. Consequently, Yeon Woo, Min Ho, and Eun Sup ended up living together in the same household.

Recommendation: The Maengs' Golden Era similar to Between Love & Desire
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The Maengs' Golden Era(맹가네 전성시대)

2002South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLawyer Male LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveDivorced Female LeadLandlord Male LeadPharmacist Female LeadSingle Male LeadSingle Mother

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Lawyer Male Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 31% similarity match.

29-year-old pharmacist Maeng Geum Ja has recently finalized her second divorce, becoming a single mother to her child. While on her way to meet her family after the divorce, she unexpectedly encounters Kyu Sik, who has harbored unrequited feelings for her. Geum Ja shares her recent divorce with Kyu Sik, leading him to feel a sense of responsibility. Another individual delighted by Geum Ja's return is Seo Sang Hoon, a lawyer and building owner where Geum Ja's mother operates a store. Despite a failed blind date in the past, Sang Hoon remains single and still holds affection for her. Geum Ja's younger sister, Maeng Eun Ja, is an average 28-year-old woman working at a popular beauty salon while preparing for her university entrance exam. Her aspirations include graduating from art school to pursue a career as a stage designer, along with the desire to achieve financial success and find a suitable partner.

Recommendation: Come! Jang Bo Ri similar to Between Love & Desire
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Come! Jang Bo Ri( 왔다! 장보리 )

2014South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipRomanceFamily SecretMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanSearching For A ChildSoap Opera

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

"Is it possible for a daughter, separated from her family for two decades, to discover joy upon reuniting with her parents?" In an intricate turn of events, a young woman from an affluent background disappears and is brought up by a foster mother in place of her biological parents. Concurrently, her wealthy family chooses to adopt another girl in an attempt to cope with the absence of their original daughter. The conflicts that emerge when the daughter reconnects with her biological family lead to a path of comprehension and reconciliation. (MBC)

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The Equator Man(적도의 남자)

2012South Korea
Character DevelopmentChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipRomanceBlindnessDouble IdentityFamilyMelodramaRevenge

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Character Development, Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Jang Il, the brightest student in his school, and Seon Wu, the most physically powerful boy in Yeosu, share a close friendship. Inspired by Jang Il, Seon Wu begins to dedicate himself to studying and pursuing his ambitions. Suddenly, tragedy strikes when Seon Wu's guardian, Kyung Pil, dies under mysterious circumstances, leading to Seon Wu losing his sight while probing into the incident. Su Mi observes Jang Il assaulting Seon Wu but chooses to remain silent, biding her time for the opportune moment. Ji Won, who volunteers as a reader for those with visual impairments, encounters Seon Wu by chance, and they develop a romantic relationship. Despite his deep affection for Ji Won, Seon Wu decides to end their relationship, believing it would be best for her future. Thirteen years later, Jang Il has become a special prosecutor, while Seon Wu has risen to the position of a young CEO at Royal Tree, an investment trust firm. Ji Won has taken on the role of a VIP party planner at a luxury hotel, and Su Mi has established herself as a hyper-realism artist. Though their paths have diverged, destiny conspires to bring them back together.

Recommendation: The Next Station is Marriage similar to Between Love & Desire
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The Next Station is Marriage(下一站婚姻)

2015China
DramaFamily RelationshipLove TriangleRomanceLifeMelodrama

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

In 2009, Deng Cao Cao faces the kidnapping of her three-year-old son, leading to her husband Guan Hao blaming her for negligence and the subsequent decision to divorce. Despite the passage of five years, she continues to struggle as a single parent while on a relentless quest to locate her missing child. Along the way, she crosses paths with Gong Jian, a former military serviceman turned entrepreneur, who aids her in the search for her son and forms a deep bond with both mother and child. As Cao Cao and Gong Jian grow closer, complications arise with the return of Guan Hao and the interference of Gong Jian's mother. The question remains whether a new marriage is on the horizon or if familial and friendship bonds will be irreparably damaged.

Recommendation: Paper Cut similar to Between Love & Desire
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Paper Cut(春暖花又开)

2019China
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipRomanceDebtLife

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

A tale of Tian Chuang Hua, the daughter-in-law of the Ma family, who faces numerous challenges in her life but finds the strength to assist her village. Tian Chuang Hua, known for her devotion as a wife and daughter-in-law, had hoped for her husband to return for the new year, only to be presented with divorce papers instead. Along with her daughter, they encounter their own difficulties, including debt collectors at their door. Amidst these struggles, she receives the devastating news of her father's passing but remains committed to her in-laws. Tian Chuang Hua's compassion is acknowledged when her parents-in-law choose her over their own son. Despite the hardships, she tackles her issues one by one and embarks on a journey to promote tourism in the village. In a stroke of luck, she uncovers the precious art of paper-cutting skills possessed by her mother-in-law.

Recommendation: Sanatorium for Love similar to Between Love & Desire
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Sanatorium for Love(失恋疗养院)

2019China
Break UpDramaFriendshipRomanceMultiple CouplesPsychological

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Break Up, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

'Sanctuary of Healing Hearts' is a workshop run by Li Xiao Ming, aimed at assisting individuals who have been through heartbreak to move forward and embrace a fresh start. An introduction by a mutual friend led An Ran to seek out Xiao Ming's guidance following a recent breakup with her long-term boyfriend, Zhu Yong. Struggling with the aftermath of the relationship and challenges in her career, An Ran found solace in the supportive environment of the workshop as she embarked on a journey towards healing and self-discovery. Surrounded by others who shared similar emotional wounds, An Ran found comfort and strength through their shared experiences, ultimately rebuilding her confidence in love and redefining her perspective on relationships. Through mutual support and encouragement, they each embarked on a path towards self-renewal and a brighter future... (iQiyi)

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Will Power(法外風雲)

2013Hong Kong
DramaLawLawyer Male LeadRomanceLawyer Female LeadLife

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Law, Lawyer Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

In court, the renowned lawyers Yu Ying Wai and Lee Ming Yeung found themselves on opposing sides. Ying Wai's desperate pursuit of victory in a case nearly cost him his life, leading to a profound change in his outlook. Noticing this transformation, experienced lawyer Lo Sam Bo offered Ying Wai a position at his law firm as a probate lawyer. Meanwhile, Yeung, burdened by debt, returned to work at his mentor Sum Yik Wor's law firm, where he teamed up with Wor's daughter and fellow lawyer Sum Yut Kan. Yeung seized an opportunity to win Kan's affection, as she was in a long-standing but unrequited relationship with the wealthy Sung Ka Yiu, who prioritized material wealth over ambition. As a will-related case unfolded in court, presided over by Wai's ex-wife and Yeung's ex-girlfriend Luk Sze Ying, the two adversaries crossed paths once again. Together, they uncovered a hidden aspect to the case involving Wai's apprentice Ching Ka Ming, whose involvement was crucial. Their legal maneuvers navigated a crisis of life and death.

Recommendation: Saishu Resha de Hajimaru Koi similar to Between Love & Desire
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Saishu Resha de Hajimaru Koi(最終列車で始まる恋)

2023Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipRomanceMeet AgainMiniseries

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 31% 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: Confession (2002) similar to Between Love & Desire
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Confession (2002)(고백)

2002South Korea
Family RelationshipFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceBest Friends RelationshipInfidelity

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Family Relationship, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yoon Mi trembles uncontrollably as her husband reveals his affair with a young actress from the stage. The affair has lasted for six months, during which he claims to have faced challenges, leading him to seek a divorce. Yoon Mi, a successful doctor, has always been the envy of her high school friend Jung Hee, who is dissatisfied with her role as a housewife. This story explores the complexities of marriage, family, and female friendship, as both women navigate divorce and strive to overcome their despair, prompting a reflection on the true essence of married life.

Recommendation: House of Bluebird similar to Between Love & Desire
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House of Bluebird(파랑새의 집)

2015South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceCalm Male LeadComedyFamilyFound FamilyOrphan Male LeadPoor Male Lead

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A dramatic narrative that explores the deep connections among family members, despite their lack of biological ties. This series also highlights the aspirations of parents regarding their children's achievements and the challenges faced by recent university graduates in securing esteemed and well-compensated positions. Kim Ji Wan portrays a dependable young man full of self-assurance, while Han Eun Soo embodies a young woman with an optimistic spirit.

Recommendation: First Kiss similar to Between Love & Desire
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First Kiss(시작은 키스)

2018South Korea
Character DevelopmentDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceComedyInfidelityLifeLong-Term RelationshipNice Male LeadShort Length Series

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The kiss that day changed everything. This narrative starts with an unexpected kiss that reveals the sentiments of four men and women saying their goodbyes. It unfolds as a complex, bittersweet romantic fantasy involving four individuals who unite to discover true love. This series acts as a continuation of Moment, the flagship digital drama series from Studio Lululala. The feelings that men and women typically experience during dates are portrayed in an innovative manner with engaging characters. One couple has grown weary of one another, while another pair has separated after causing each other pain. Four distinct young adults come together to navigate the intricate challenges of their romantic entanglements. One couple aspires to embark on a new love journey, while the other envisions a flawless farewell. Will they achieve the conclusions they desire? (JTBC)

Recommendation: Once Again similar to Between Love & Desire
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Once Again(원스어게인)

2020South Korea
Break UpDramaLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveFirst LoveMiniseriesTravelingWarm Male LeadWeb SeriesYouth

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Break Up, Drama, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kim Hye Sung and his girlfriend, who have been together for six years, reflect on the cherished individuals they have overlooked and seek to rediscover the thrill they once felt. He is a thoughtful individual, characterized by his kindness and approachable demeanor. Struggling to manage his own well-being due to work commitments, he aspires to mend his bond with his first love.

Recommendation: Ladies of Storm similar to Between Love & Desire
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Ladies of Storm(폭풍의 여자)

2014South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveFriends To EnemiesInfidelityMelodramaRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanSoap Opera

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

Han Jung Im is a married woman with a teenage daughter who has recently relocated to Seoul from Jeju along with her husband, Moo Yeong, and their family. Despite the challenges posed by her in-laws, Jung Im strives to fulfill her roles as a wife and mother. In Seoul, she reconnects with her friend Do Hye Bin, who is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family. Hye Bin, also a mother to a teenage daughter, is married to Park Hyeon Seong, who is employed at her brother Do Jun Tae’s company. While Park Hyoen Wu has a passion for filmmaking rather than practicing law, he holds a deep affection for his older brother, Park Hyeon Seong. Han Jung Im's modest yet content life begins to unravel when Hye Bin unexpectedly arrives with shocking news.

Recommendation: The Good Wife similar to Between Love & Desire
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The Good Wife(グッドワイフ)

2019Japan
DramaFamily RelationshipLawLove TriangleRomanceCorruptionEpisodic FormatMarried Female LeadMarried Supporting CharacterMiniseriesPolitical

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Law, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Kyoko Hasumi, a former lawyer, left her career to focus on motherhood. Her husband, a high-ranking prosecutor leading a specialized investigative unit at the Tokyo District Prosecutor's Office, is arrested on corruption charges and embroiled in a scandal with another woman. As her life as a devoted wife takes an unexpected turn, Kyoko decides to return to the legal profession to safeguard her children. After a 16-year hiatus, she secures a temporary position at a law firm, marking her reentry into the legal field. This story is a remake of the American TV series "The Good Wife" [2009].

Recommendation: KBS Drama Special 2023 similar to Between Love & Desire
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KBS Drama Special 2023(KBS 드라마 스페셜 2023)

2023South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleUnrequited LoveAnthologyBest Friends RelationshipGay LeadJoseon DynastyLGBTQ+Secret Crush

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

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Recommendation: Xmas Nante Daikirai similar to Between Love & Desire
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Xmas Nante Daikirai(Xmasなんて大嫌い)

2004Japan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveChristmas SettingLifeMiniseriesMusicNice Male LeadOblivious Female Lead

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

This tale follows a girl named Fuyumi who has a strong dislike for Christmas and anything that causes her inconvenience. Her passions include sleeping and tending to her manicure. Fuyumi is accompanied by her childhood friend, Sho, who is constantly by her side and shows great concern for her well-being. Despite this, Fuyumi has never contemplated why he has been so devoted to her for all these years.

Recommendation: The Girl in Blue similar to Between Love & Desire
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The Girl in Blue(佳期如夢)

2010China
DramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceNovel AdaptationBromanceDisapproving Parent

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following their initial meeting, university student You Jia Qi and Meng He Ping began a romantic relationship. However, He Ping's mother strongly disapproved of their connection. Jia Qi decided to end things with He Ping, causing him to leave the country in anger. Meanwhile, Jia Qi's wealthy friend Ruan Zheng Dong was hospitalized after an accident. During a visit to Zheng Dong, Jia Qi unexpectedly crossed paths with He Ping once again. It was revealed that He Ping and Zheng Dong had been childhood friends. In order to cope with the emotional turmoil brought on by He Ping's return, Jia Qi started a relationship with Zheng Dong. Unfortunately, Zheng Dong's hospitalization due to stomach pains uncovered that he was in the final stage of gastric cancer. Knowing his time was limited, Zheng Dong chose to step aside and allow Jia Qi and He Ping to be together before quietly departing. Determined to find Zheng Dong, Jia Qi expressed her love for him upon reuniting. With little time left, Zheng Dong entrusted Jia Qi with the task of retrieving a valuable possession of his.

Recommendation: The Gravity of a Rainbow similar to Between Love & Desire
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The Gravity of a Rainbow(彩虹的重力)

2019China
DramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceCity SettingDisapproving ParentOffice Worker Female Lead

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A tale of three contemporary women who face different challenges in their professional lives, leading to shifts in their relationships and quest for love. He Cai Hong is determined to find her ideal partner and ends up falling for the versatile professor Ji Huang, with whom she shares common interests. However, Cai Hong's mother disapproves of her daughter's choice as she is set on having Su Dong Lin, a wealthy man, as her future son-in-law. Meanwhile, Xia Feng loses his job, prompting Cai Hong to assist Han Qing. Due to a mix-up, Han Qing lands a job at Xia Feng's former company and excels in her new role, becoming a formidable rival for Cai Hong's friend Lili and straining the trio's friendship. Witnessing the consequences of the decisions made by those around her, Cai Hong ultimately makes her own choice, which garners the support of her loved ones.

Recommendation: One Page Love similar to Between Love & Desire
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One Page Love(1ページの恋)

2019Japan
DramaFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveFirst LoveLove SquareReverse-Harem

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

At the age of 17, Minase Akari visited Uki Island for a family trip and developed feelings for Morita Ikumi, the son of the guesthouse owner. They both confessed their love for each other while witnessing a rare meteor shower that occurs every four years. They made a pact to reunite at the same location four years later. However, on the agreed-upon day, Ikumi was nowhere to be found despite Akari's arrival. Instead, Hoshino Aritoshi appeared with a camera. Aritoshi is known for his charm with women, but he is also likable. Akari has had a passion for drawing since childhood and continues to maintain a sketchbook. Although she has secured a job offer from a design company, she struggles to determine the specific type of work she desires. Her childhood friend, Inui Yamato, advises her to take her time and discover her true calling. The question remains: which of the two men will Akari choose? (Jdrama Weblog)

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Strike Love(2009 외인구단)

2009South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceBaseballFirst LoveSports

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Oh Hye Seong, who was skilled at skipping stones during his childhood, had a deep affection for Choi Eom Ji. As friends from a young age, Eom Ji brought warmth to Hye Seong's life. A decade later, Hye Seong has become a professional baseball player and encounters Eom Ji once more. She is now in a relationship with another childhood friend, Ma DongTa. One day, Hye Seong conceals an injury he sustained as a pitcher and manages to throw a flawless game. Following that performance, he mysteriously vanishes. Years later, Hye Seong reappears alongside other baseball players, each with their own melancholic tales, often regarded as misfits. They are collectively referred to as "Kyongpyoii Woeinjudan."

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Two Wives (2009)(두 아내)

2009South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLove TriangleRomanceAmnesiaInfidelityMelodrama

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Han Ji Sook is a single parent who becomes romantically involved with a man who is already married. This man, Kang Chul Soo, has a family with his spouse, Yoon Young Hee. When Young Hee discovers Chul Soo's affair, she begins to emotionally withdraw from him. Ultimately, they end their marriage, allowing Chul Soo to embark on a new journey with Ji Sook. However, fate takes a turn when Chul Soo gets into a car accident, resulting in the loss of all memories related to Ji Sook. Consequently, Young Hee must act as if she and Chul Soo are still together.

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Silent Tears(女人不哭)

2006China
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBusinesswoman Female LeadSisters' Relationship

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After the passing of Zhang Zi Jun's parents, she took on the role of older sister to her brother and sister. Despite facing numerous challenges, she displayed resilience and eventually achieved success as a businesswoman. (Wikipedia)

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Young and Beautiful(我的漂亮朋友)

2021China
Character DevelopmentDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceFamilyFirst LoveFriends To LoversHealingRepentanceReverse-HaremWeb Series

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Back in 2008, Liu Wen Jing, a young woman from a rural village in Shanxi, made a bold decision to leave her hometown in search of a better future. Her journey led her to Shanghai, where she crossed paths with Hua Hua, Xu Wei, Xing Tian Ming, Qiao Hai Feng, and Yan Liang Kun - a group of ambitious individuals striving to succeed in the bustling city. Despite facing numerous challenges, Liu Wen Jing's determination and intelligence caught the attention of Xing Tian Ming, who helped her secure a spot in college and a job selling red wine. However, her family's difficult circumstances added to her struggles, as she grappled with financial difficulties and relied on her friends for support. As she navigated through a tumultuous relationship with Ye Hui and witnessed setbacks such as Xing Tian Ming's imprisonment and her mother's passing, Liu Wen Jing realized the importance of resilience. Inspired by her friends' unwavering pursuit of their dreams, she made the decision to rebuild her life and move forward.

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Meteor Garden Season 2(流星花園 (流星花园) 2)

2002Taiwan
DramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveAdapted From A MangaAmnesiaComedyFilmed AbroadMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsYouth

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 28% similarity match.

After graduating from Ying De Xue Yuan, F4 decides to go on a graduation trip to Spain. Dao Ming Si invites Shan Cai to join them, secretly hoping to spend time alone with her. During the trip, Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si become inseparable. Before leaving for Spain, Hua Ze Lei gives Dao Ming Si an envelope with valuable advice inside. The advice is to propose to Shan Cai in an old church with a special legend. Prepared with a "Meteor Ring" for the proposal, Dao Ming Si plans to ask Shan Cai to marry him in a church symbolizing love. However, on the way to the church, a car accident causes Dao Ming Si to lose his memory. He meets Ye Sha, who helps and cares for him. Shan Cai, worried about Dao Ming Si's sudden disappearance, seeks help from Jing. The other F4 members rush to Spain upon hearing the news. The story unfolds with Shan Cai's efforts to find Dao Ming Si and help him recover his memory. Meanwhile, the love stories of Xi Men and Mei Zuo are also revealed, shedding light on Xi Men's playboy reputation and Mei Zuo's romantic history since childhood.

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Romance Town(로맨스 타운)

2011South Korea
DramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveBromanceComedyFamilyGamblingRich FamilyRich Male LeadSismance

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 28% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around domestic workers employed by affluent families. No Soon Geum is among these housekeepers; she is confident, courageous, and willing to put in strenuous effort to sustain herself, disregarding the master-servant dynamic. In her youth, Soon Geum envisioned a lavish existence reminiscent of a Cinderella tale, complete with her own charming prince, but that aspiration dimmed as she faced the realities of life. Nevertheless, her life takes a pivotal turn when she secures a position as a maid for the wealthy and attractive Kang Gun Woo.

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Long Time No See (2015)(匆匆那年:好久不见)

2015China
Break UpDramaFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveAbortionNovel AdaptationCheatingComing Of AgeFirst LoveFlashback To PastMultiple Couples

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Break Up, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 28% similarity match.

After completing college, a group of friends went their own paths only to be brought back together in the future. Fang Hui, Qiao Ran, Lin Jia Mo, Zhao Ye, Shen Xiao Tang, and Zeng Wen Hui have each followed their own journeys and strived to achieve their goals. However, upon reuniting, both past and present conflicts arise, along with resurfacing old emotions that had been buried. What lies ahead for these friends now?

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Lavender(薰衣草)

2001Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAdapted From A MangaCardiovascular DiseaseIllnessSchool BullyingSisters' RelationshipTerminal IllnessTime Skip

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Ah Xun and her sister Yi Cheng both have heart conditions, which leads to Ah Xun being bullied at school. Qing Chuan, her only friend, gifts her a glass bottle with a lavender sprig before moving away. They make a promise to reunite on Ah Xun's 20th birthday. A decade later, Qing Chuan, now a well-known singer named Leo, returns to Taiwan. Despite facing challenges, Ah Xun and Leo rekindle their friendship and begin a romantic relationship. However, their love faces obstacles such as Ah Xun's illness, Leo's girlfriend Maggie, and Ah Xun's suitor Xiao Tong.

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Befriend(人際關係事務所)

2018Taiwan
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveBromanceComedyGay LeadLGBTQ+LifeNice Male LeadWeb Series

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 28% similarity match.

Since his early years spent in a foster home, Zhang Liang has possessed a unique quality that draws people to confide in him. One day, he stumbled upon a nondescript bookstore where he started earning a living by mediating conflicts in others' relationships. In this bookstore, he falls in love, reunites with his closest companion, and even discovers his long-lost mother while helping others with their problems. With love, friendship, and family connections intertwining and causing complications in his life, he must now navigate through his own relationship dilemmas.

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Loss Time Life(로스타임 라이프)

2019South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveHigh SchoolJudoMelodramaMiniseriesSchool SettingSecond Chance RomanceTeacher Female Lead

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 28% similarity match.

So Jin was Yoo Geon's childhood companion and his first romantic interest. Their paths cross once more when she takes on the role of one of his high school teachers. Following his unexpected death, Yoo Geon is granted a second opportunity in the shape of thirty hours, during which he discovers the true essence of love.

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The Time We Were Not in Love(너를 사랑한 시간)

2015South Korea
Childhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveAmbitious Female LeadComedyFriends To LoversInfidelityNice Male LeadSchool SettingYouth

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 28% similarity match.

Choi Won is described as "the ideal man" - attractive, tall, and physically fit, with a friendly demeanor. Despite his significant appeal to women, he struggles to maintain a genuine relationship due to his friendship with Oh Ha Na. This romantic comedy revolves around two individuals who have been close friends for two decades (7000 days). As they approach their 34th birthdays, they agree to a pact to marry before they turn 35, competing to reach the altar while “assisting” each other in eliminating possible partners. Throughout this process, they realize they are continually unhappy with each other’s dates, as they have truly been in love with one another all along.

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The Gold Medal Lawyer(金牌律师)

2014China
DramaLawRomance

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Beautiful Stupid Woman(美丽的笨女人)

2015China
DramaLove TriangleRomance

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The plot revolves around a young woman named Mo Zhen who is taken advantage of by her former partner due to her compassionate nature. She ends up shouldering the responsibilities of his family and bailing out his business.

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Women on the Breadfruit Tree(麵包樹上的女人)

2015China
DramaFriendshipRomance

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This story follows three close friends on a quest to locate a tree that produces bread, which they believe belongs to them. The concept of 'bread' in this context could represent material wealth, vanity, or even be symbolic. These three friends first met at the age of 13 while playing volleyball, and their bond grew as they navigated the challenges and joys of growing up together. Throughout their journey, they experienced the complexities of first love, emotional highs and lows, and the challenges of loving and being loved. Each friend shared their unique perspectives on relationships, with discussions ranging from the allure of bad boys to the importance of finding a partner who brings happiness. Ultimately, the story delves into the age-old dilemma faced by women - choosing between material comfort ('bread') and emotional fulfillment through love.

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Define Your Own Success(追分成功)

2023Taiwan
DramaFriendshipRomance

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Survivor's Law Season 2(律政新人王II)

2007Hong Kong
LawLawyer Male LeadRomance

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MK Sun Man-Kwan found himself wrongly accused of drug possession while apprehending a drug smuggler. Despite facing this injustice, he sought the help of a renowned attorney and emerged victorious. Inspired by his lawyer, Brandon, MK Sun pursued a career in law. Years later, he successfully secured a position at TB&B, his idol's law firm, after winning a case against Brandon's wife, Brenda. At the firm, MK Sun encountered Lily, a wealthy and self-absorbed young woman who prioritized her appearance above all else. Their conflicting backgrounds and attitudes led to a strained relationship, turning them into adversaries.

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Law Dis-Order(律政強人)

2016Hong Kong
DramaLawLawyer Male Lead

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Lawyer Male Lead themes with a 27% similarity match.

Charles Cheuk, one of the founders of the law firm Donald & Co., has chaired the committee for an extended period. Despite his promise to his managing partner KC Lau to step down, Charles decided to bring in a new partner, Kent Cheung, who has a strong focus on financial matters. This move was made in hopes of balancing KC's increasing desire for control within the firm. KC had established a significant presence during his time at Donald & Co., working alongside skilled lawyers Duncan Yam and Martha Fong. On the other hand, Kent only had Patricia Lee and Nick Chau to rely on. KC believed he held the advantage in their power struggle. However, a sudden traffic accident changed the dynamics, allowing Kent to seize an opportunity. Charles offered Kent a lucrative promotion to senior partner, further intensifying the rivalry between the two. Meanwhile, Kent formed a close mentor-student bond with assistant solicitor Hazel Cheuk. As KC felt his influence slipping away, he became increasingly volatile. The power struggle took an unexpected turn when a previously underestimated opponent emerged, seeking revenge.

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Isharyou Bengoshi - Anata no Namida, Okane ni Kaemashou(慰謝料弁護士〜あなたの涙、お金に変えましょう〜)

2014Japan
DramaLawLawyer Male Lead

Like Between Love & Desire, this drama also features Drama, Law, and Lawyer Male Lead themes with a 27% similarity match.

Hakamada Yukio is a skilled and enigmatic attorney who specializes in resolving cases due to his previous encounters. Despite his harsh language that may irritate clients, his main priority is their well-being. He firmly believes that love cannot be purchased with money. His approach is rooted in the idea that if a client shows true determination, he will ensure they receive compensation and support to begin anew, solving problems one by one.

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Pretty Woman (2003)(귀여운 여인)

2003South Korea
DramaFriendshipRomance

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Persuading men to purchase luxury items for her, Jang Shin Young trades these items for money to support herself and her incarcerated mother. One of these men, Kwon Hae Hyo, uses his friend's funds to buy Jang luxury goods. Upon discovering this, his friend, Jung Sun Kyung, is determined to locate the culprit. Jung, a dedicated college professor who works as a milk delivery person in the mornings to make ends meet, is shaken by the jokes played by her student Lee Ji Hoon, who initially dislikes her. Surprisingly, Lee gradually develops feelings for Jung, while Jang falls for Lee's wealthy older brother, Jung Bo Suhk. Jung Bo Suhk, a divorced playboy with a teenage daughter, eventually wins Jang's heart with his true self. Despite facing challenges such as age and class differences, the sons of the Seine Hotel president, Jung Bo Suhk and Lee Ji Hoon, both fall for Jang Shin Young and Jung Sun Kyung. In a society plagued by widening wealth gaps, Jang Shin Young and Jung Sun Kyung lean on each other during tough times to blossom into elegant women.