Birdie Buddy (2011) - Asian drama recommendation
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Birdie Buddy (2011)(버디버디)

2011South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaBetrayalGolfHardworking Female LeadLove TrianglePre-ProducedRomanceSportsSuccessful Female Lead

Former professional golfer John Lee is guiding two women on their journey to become the next champions of golf. He made history as the first Korean to secure a PGA title. Apart from being an adoptee, little is known about his early life. Despite achieving success with his PGA victory, John Lee chose to leave the sport to pursue a career as a golf course tester. Min Hae Ryung was groomed to be a top-tier golfer, consistently placed in optimal settings for her sport. While she has mastered her emotions, she carries deep-seated pain within her. In contrast, Sung Mi Soo hails from the rural region of Kangwon Province. Coming from a disadvantaged background, she was raised by a mother who worked as a caddie. With her vivacious spirit and unwavering determination, she strives to achieve greatness as a golfer.

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Recommendation: Flip in Summer similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Flip in Summer(夏日心跳)

2018China
Love TriangleRomanceSportsDivingYouth

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 27% similarity match.

In order to promote physical fitness among students, Qingye University has decided to establish a diving team with the goal of competing at the national level. The story follows a group of young individuals who are members of the university's diving team. Xia Wen Xi, who is cold and aloof, joins the team alongside Xiu Ye, a talented but rebellious diver. The dynamic between the two creates tension within the team. Tao Le Si, known for her cheerful personality despite coming from a humble background, also becomes a part of the team. As Xia Wen Xi realizes his feelings for Tao Le Si, complications arise with the involvement of Gao Gong Ping and Sen Nai Yi, leading to a complex love triangle. Amidst all this drama, the team undergoes intense training in preparation for upcoming competitions.

Recommendation: Zeni no Senso similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Zeni no Senso(銭の戦争)

2015Japan
Adapted From A ManhwaLove TriangleRomanceBusinessLove Hate RelationshipRiches To Rags

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Tomio Shiraishi, a graduate of a renowned university, is currently employed at a foreign securities firm and is engaged to the lovely Kozue Aoike. However, his life takes a drastic turn when his father unexpectedly commits suicide, leaving behind substantial debts that Tomio is now responsible for. Despite using his savings to repay some of the debts, it is not enough, and he finds himself being pursued by creditors. As a result, Tomio loses everything - his job, fiancée, and savings - eventually leading to homelessness. In a desperate attempt to regain financial stability, Tomio joins Akamatsu Finance, a company known for its predatory lending practices that had played a role in his downfall. Willing to do whatever it takes, including illegal activities, Tomio encounters Mio Konno, the daughter of his high school teacher, who is also struggling with debt. As their relationship deepens, Tomio's ex-fiancée, Kozue Aoike, reenters his life, adding a new layer of complexity to his already tumultuous circumstances.

Recommendation: Hey Pro My Mountain Girl similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Hey Pro My Mountain Girl(我的单板女孩)

2019China
Love TriangleRomanceSportsDramaFirst LoveHeight DifferenceSecond Chance Romance

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 23% similarity match.

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)

Recommendation: Full House Take 2 similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Full House Take 2(풀하우스 TAKE 2)

2012South Korea
Love TrianglePre-ProducedRomanceCohabitationComedyDramaMartial Arts

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Pre-Produced, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Jang Man Ok (with "Man Ok" translating to "full house" in Hanja) teaches martial arts at her grandfather's school. However, she has a passion for fashion and secretly operates an online shopping website without her grandfather's awareness. Eventually, she takes on the role of a stylist for the popular idol group TAKE ONE and relocates to the opulent residence that superstar musician Lee Tae Ik inherited from his father.

Recommendation: Strike Love similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Strike Love(2009 외인구단)

2009South Korea
Love TriangleRomanceSportsBaseballChildhood Friends RelationshipFirst LoveFriendship

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 23% 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."

Recommendation: A Mobile Love Story similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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A Mobile Love Story(爱情占线)

2008China
Love TriangleRomance

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 22% similarity match.

After returning to Shanghai from overseas, Lu Yun Fei starts his new career in the advertising industry. He is puzzled about why his ex-girlfriend, Su Fei, ended their relationship and has been unsuccessful in reaching out to her despite numerous attempts. Su Fei's old phone number becomes inactive and is now being used by Mu Bei Bei. Bei Bei is moved by the heartfelt messages she receives and connects with the sender, known as 'Edge of the Iceberg', on a mobile virtual community. They quickly develop a strong friendship. Meanwhile, Yun Fei and his team travel to Yunnan for a cellphone commercial shoot and coincidentally choose Bei Bei as their model. When Bei Bei wins a writing contest inspired by her interactions with 'Iceberg Edge', she decides to pursue her dreams in Shanghai. Upon arriving in Shanghai, Bei Bei crosses paths with Yun Fei, leading to misunderstandings that strain their relationship even more. Throughout their journey, Bei Bei receives assistance from Lin Li Zhong multiple times. Over time, Bei Bei and Yun Fei start to develop mutual admiration and respect, while Li Zhong finds himself falling for Bei Bei. Despite Yun Fei's growing feelings for Bei Bei, he keeps them hidden. It is only later on that they both realize they are actually best friends on the same mobile virtual community. Eventually, Bei Bei and Yun Fei go their separate ways. While in Beijing, Bei Bei discovers that Yun Fei has been searching for her through the mobile network. With the help of online friends, Yun Fei finally locates Bei Bei. She agrees to give him another chance under the condition that he sends out a chain SMS, which must reach her within a week.

Recommendation: Heading to the Ground similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Heading to the Ground(맨땅에 헤딩)

2009South Korea
RomanceSports

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

The story revolves around a man striving to accomplish what many believe to be unachievable: realizing his aspirations of becoming an exceptional soccer player. He encounters Kang Hae Bin, a sports agent, who is attempting to carve out her own path, independent of her affluent father's influence.

Recommendation: Shitteru Shinohara similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Shitteru Shinohara(知ってるシノハラ)

2021Japan
Love TriangleRomance

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 22% similarity match.

Follow-up to Familiar Wife.

Recommendation: Rival similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Rival(라이벌)

2002South Korea
RomanceSports

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

So Yoo Jin is a young woman from humble beginnings who dreams of becoming a successful golf player. When her brother, Park Chul, disappears after accruing a substantial debt, Kim Jae Won is tasked with retrieving the money. So Yoo Jin pledges to repay the debt once she achieves success in golf, leading Kim Jae Won to watch over her like a guardian angel.

Recommendation: The Legend of Speed (2004) similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Legend of Speed (2004)(極速傳説)

2004Taiwan
RomanceSports

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 22% similarity match.

Juliet (Rainie Yang) and Watanabe Tsukasa (Duncan) were in love and planning to get married, but their plans were disrupted when Xiao Feng (Lee Wei) entered the picture. In order to win Juliet's heart, Feng must compete in a racing competition. Meanwhile, Watanabe tries to sabotage Feng and Juliet's relationship while also facing challenges in his relationship with his childhood sweetheart. The ongoing feud between their families turns Juliet and Feng into a modern-day version of Romeo and Juliet, forcing them to decide whether to give up on their dreams.

Recommendation: Snow Lover similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Snow Lover(爱在粉雪时光)

2021China
Love TriangleRomanceSportsRich Male LeadSelfish Male LeadSnowboardingStraightforward Female LeadWeb Series

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 21% similarity match.

They were each other's first romantic partners, but their relationship ended due to a misunderstanding. Years later, they cross paths again through skiing, both facing a career dilemma. This leads to the beginning of their amusing "conflicts" as they get a chance to rekindle their love story. He Feng is a talented tech expert, although his abilities are frequently questioned because of his young age. On the other hand, Wang Xiao An is a scriptwriter who is typecast as a thriller writer since she didn't major in scriptwriting in college. Both of them find themselves at a career standstill. To prove himself in his company and showcase his capabilities despite his age, He Feng decides to create a skiing game. He urgently requires a ski expert to assist with the storyline, and upon discovering Xiao An's expertise, he approaches her, setting aside their past differences. Reluctantly, Xiao An agrees to help him, hoping that this opportunity will aid her in pursuing her dream of becoming a successful scriptwriter.

Recommendation: Smile, Again similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Smile, Again(스마일 어게인)

2006South Korea
Love TriangleRomanceSportsBaseballDramaFirst LoveFriendshipMelodrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 21% similarity match.

In the spring of 1999, at a high school in Gyeongju, Dan Hui is well-known among her male classmates as an unusual girl who enjoys playing baseball, while Ha Jin is celebrated as the attractive class president who has triumphed over his past as an orphan. Conversely, Yu Gang is a solitary figure, shunned by her classmates due to her somber demeanor, yet she is constantly watching Ha Jin from afar. Fast forward to the spring of 2006, Ha Jin comes to the aid of Jae Myeong, leading to the formation of a close friendship. Jae Myeong, the son of the President of Mirae Chemicals, uses his influence to secure Ha Jin a position. The President then instructs Jae Myeong to train the company's softball team, hoping it will instill discipline in him. Dan Hui has long admired Jae Myeong as a baseball player and has great expectations for his role as a coach. Initially, Jae Myeong dismisses the softball team, having always played baseball, but as he engages with the team and is inspired by Dan Hui's enthusiasm and hard work, he begins to feel motivated. He sets ambitious goals to turn his team into champions and to elevate Dan Hui to become the top pitcher. Throughout this journey, he finds himself falling for her. Dan Hui, meanwhile, is drawn to Jae Myeong but struggles to open up due to the emotional scars left by her first love. Jae Myeong grows increasingly curious about the man who has caused Dan Hui such pain...

Recommendation: Bijo ka Yajuu similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Bijo ka Yajuu(美女か野獣)

2003Japan
Hardworking Female LeadRomanceSuccessful Female LeadComedyEmotionally Strong Female LeadNews Director Female LeadNews Station SettingNice Male Lead

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Romance, and Successful Female Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

In this conflict, two main characters are at odds. Makoto sees the TV show as a commodity driven by audience ratings, and is willing to do whatever it takes to boost those ratings. On the other hand, Hiromi believes in living life to the fullest and views the show as a means to that end. Despite their contrasting personalities, they eventually find common ground and mutual understanding after a fateful encounter.

Recommendation: That Woman Catches People similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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That Woman Catches People(그 여자 사람잡네)

2002South Korea
BetrayalLove TriangleRomanceBetrayed By A FriendDramaFriendshipMelodramaSibling Rivalry

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Betrayal, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Baek Sang Ah and Han Bok Nyeo are two women who find themselves vying for the affections of Oh Cheon Soo, resulting in a tumultuous relationship filled with love and betrayal.

Recommendation: Love Keeps Going similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Love Keeps Going(美樂加油)

2011Taiwan
BetrayalLove TriangleRomanceBrothers' RelationshipBusinessComedyDramaMelodrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Betrayal, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Amour et Patisserie similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Amour et Patisserie(沒有名字的甜點店)

2013Taiwan
Hardworking Female LeadLove TriangleRomanceCheerful Male LeadDramaFoodMale Chases Female FirstNice Male Lead

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

After returning from Paris, a young woman starts a small bakery without a name in a secluded alley. She bakes only 3 different desserts each day based on her mood, with no menu available. Despite her mysterious and distant demeanor, a charming young man stumbles upon her shop one day and decides to stay, eventually becoming an employee. As he becomes a part of the bakery, the atmosphere shifts. Will this man be able to help her confront her past and open up her heart?

Recommendation: 30,000 Miles in Search of My Son similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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30,000 Miles in Search of My Son(아들찾아 삼만리)

2007South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadLove TriangleRomanceComedyNaive Female LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSingle MotherWeak Male Lead

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Soon Young is a mother who has been on her own since the tragic loss of her son five years prior. She dedicates her days to searching for him, unaware that Kang Kye Pil, the heir to a large business empire, discovered her son five years ago and has been caring for him ever since.

Recommendation: I Don't Love You Yet similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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I Don't Love You Yet(僕はまだ君を愛さないことができる)

2019Japan
Hardworking Female LeadLove TriangleRomanceSuccessful Female LeadCharacter DevelopmentComedyDramaFriends To LoversHeartbreakLifeNice Male LeadSecret CrushSlow Burn RomanceUnrequited Love

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Love Triangle, Romance, and Successful Female Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

Mitarai Yo is a successful professional employed by a shoe company, but her romantic life is in disarray

Recommendation: Incisive Great Teacher similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Incisive Great Teacher(犀利仁师)

2014China
Love TriangleRomanceSportsComedyCross-DressingEnemies To LoversHistoricalMartial ArtsSchool Setting

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 20% similarity match.

Liu Ao Tian is on track to start a career as a Wushu (martial arts) teacher, so he is sent to Hong Wen school where he is also tasked with ensuring that the emperor's new decree allowing female students is being followed. However, on his journey, he gets caught up in a marriage competition orchestrated by Lu Yu Fei. This leads to Yu Fei following him all the way to Hong Wen school, where she eventually becomes a teacher as well. As their playful romance starts to develop, a third love interest enters the picture, complicating things for the two of them. To make matters worse, Yu Fei accidentally starts a fire at the school, raising questions about Ao Tian's true intentions. Available in two versions: 44 episodes (TV) || 45 episodes (DVD)

Recommendation: Sunshine in Me similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Sunshine in Me(骄阳似我)

2014China
RomanceSportsDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 20% 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: Beautiful Stupid Woman similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Beautiful Stupid Woman(美丽的笨女人)

2015China
Love TriangleRomanceDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: The Emergence of First Love similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Emergence of First Love(出线了,初恋)

2019China
Love TriangleRomanceSportsDramaDrawingFilmed AbroadFirst LoveSoccerYouth

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, and Sports themes with a 20% similarity match.

A tale of first love centers around a young woman seeking a creative outlet who crosses paths with a man whose aspirations were thwarted. Hua Xi Xi is a girl who loves manhua with a unique imagination and a passion for drawing. Huo Ziang is a talented soccer player whose dreams were shattered due to an injury. Despite initially disliking each other, their relationship flourished as they pursued their aspirations. Through supporting Huo Ziang, Hua Xi Xi also helped mend the rift between Huo Ziang and his friend Sun Xiu Jie. Entangled in a love triangle, the trio grapples with the complexities of friendship and love.

Recommendation: The King of Snooker similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The King of Snooker(桌球天王)

2009Hong Kong
RomanceSportsComedy

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 20% similarity match.

Former world snooker champion Yau Yat Kiu, known as Adam Cheng, shocks the snooker world with his sudden retirement. His decision disappoints his daughter Yau Ka Kan, who has always aspired to follow in his footsteps. Despite Kiu's apparent disinterest in the sport, he secretly organizes challenge matches at his restaurant's snooker table, searching for a worthy protege. Kiu crosses paths with Kan Tze Him, recognizing his talent for snooker and deciding to mentor him. Kan eventually convinces her father to also train her. However, Him develops feelings for Kan, who is interested in Lui Kin Chung, Kiu's former rival turned friend. When Chung's manager sabotages Kiu with sleeping pills during a match, causing a rift between them, Chung parts ways with his manager upon discovering the deceit. As the story progresses, Chin To To falls for Kiu while Him clashes with him over Chung's ex-manager. The master and disciple ultimately settle their differences on the snooker table.

Recommendation: Kinyoubi no Koibitotachi e similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Kinyoubi no Koibitotachi e(金曜日の恋人たちへ)

2000Japan
Love TriangleRomanceMiniseries

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

Madoka finds herself reassigned to the secretarial pool following a restructuring at the company. While disappointed to leave the bustling Sales Department, she strives to adapt to her new role. In this new environment, she crosses paths with Haruki, a security guard, and the two develop feelings for each other. However, complications arise with the appearance of Kaori, Haruki's former girlfriend.

Recommendation: Pro Golfer Hana similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Pro Golfer Hana(プロゴルファー花)

2010Japan
GolfSportsComedy

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Golf and Sports with a 20% similarity match.

Part-time worker Nomiya Hana receives instructions from her supervisor to participate in a golf game with a few customers. During the game, renowned coach Daigo Kazuma notices her and inspires her to pursue a professional golfing career. Hana is also driven by her family's significant financial burden caused by her father, and she sees her potential golfing career as a way to help her family overcome their struggles. Nevertheless, she will face tough competition from skilled and affluent golfer Takase Ryoko in her journey to achieve her aspirations.

Recommendation: Screen similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Screen(스크린)

2003South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadLove TriangleRomanceAssistant Director Male LeadCohabitationDeath Of A FatherDramaFamilyFilm Industry

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Kim So Hyun, an orphan since she was young, tragically lost her father in a fire. Her father, a movie director, perished while trying to save his original film. This event inspired So Hyun to pursue writing in hopes of one day creating her own movie. As a young adult, So Hyun moves into a new apartment where a mix-up leads her to share the space with a charming young man named Kim Joon Pyo. Unbeknownst to her, her childhood classmate Song Yoo Ra harbors a secret crush on Joon Pyo. Coincidentally, both Yoo Ra and So Hyun work at the same place - So Hyun as a theater cleaner and Yoo Ra in the production department. Park Tae Young, another member of the production team, crosses paths with So Hyun and unexpectedly finds himself falling for her. As the story unfolds, the romantic entanglement between So Hyun, Joon Pyo, Yoo Ra, and Tae Young intensifies. To add more intrigue, So Hyun discovers unsettling information suggesting that her father's death may not have been accidental.

Recommendation: Money's Warfare similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Money's Warfare(쩐의 전쟁)

2007South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaRomanceBusiness

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

Geum Na Ra is a merciless private lender. Seo Joo Hee is a woman of strong morals. When her family's financial troubles escalate, Joo Hee is intended to marry a divorced man to alleviate their debts. However, on her wedding day, Geum Na Ra arrives to demand repayment, ultimately sabotaging her plans. Joo Hee swears to seek revenge on him, but unexpectedly finds herself falling for him. Ha Woo Sung, another moneylender, is a charming young man who appears to lead a carefree life. He and Geum Na Ra are competitors in both their business dealings and romantic pursuits. Lee Cha Yeon works as a money banker. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: The Great Catsby similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Great Catsby(위대한 캣츠비)

2007South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaRomanceComedy

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

The drama opens with Catsby, the main character, who is depicted as a university graduate struggling with feelings of depression due to his inability to secure employment. Subsequently, he learns from his girlfriend, Persu, that she plans to marry someone else—an older and wealthier man than Catsby.

Recommendation: Top on the Forbidden City similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Top on the Forbidden City(紫禁之巔)

2004Taiwan
RomanceSportsDance

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 20% similarity match.

The Dynasty Chuan Bo Royal Dance Group has successfully earned the opportunity to showcase Asia in the prestigious Babylon Temple Dance Competition. The upcoming event is considered the most prestigious in the global dance community. (Lunar Dreamz)

Recommendation: Snow Angel similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Snow Angel(雪天使)

2004Taiwan
Love TriangleRomanceBirth Secret

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

Xiao Lei and Xiao Feng, two brothers who rely on each other, reside in a children's home where they have suffered mistreatment from the superintendent. Xiao Lei embarks on a quest to locate the Snow Angel, whom he believes can grant his wish. Along the way, he encounters a girl named Xue Tong, who has been left speechless by the loss of her mother. Despite not finding the Snow Angel, their meeting leads to the formation of a lasting friendship. Years later, Xiao Lei, now known as Ji Teng, coincidentally reunites with Xue Tong, rekindling their bond. Meanwhile, Xiao Feng, now called Xing Feng, harbors feelings for Xue Tong and endeavors to keep Ji Teng and Xue Tong apart.

Recommendation: Love Me (2016) similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Love Me (2016)(我要讓你愛上我)

2016Taiwan
Love TriangleRomanceMultiple Mains

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

Lin Yi Jun is a girl who is often overlooked due to her lack of focus on her appearance. Despite working diligently at the company for many years, she remains unnoticed by her colleagues. Lin Yi Jun harbors feelings for her boss, Liu Jian Ming, however, he is oblivious to her presence. Chen YongRen, her brother's close friend and Liu Jian Ming's personal assistant, also works at the company. Lin Yi Jun is torn between seeing him as a potential romantic rival or a future brother-in-law. The dynamics shift when a new employee, Xu Jun Yi, joins the company. She is strikingly beautiful, contrasting Lin Yi Jun's unassuming demeanor. What will the future hold for them?

Recommendation: Tamra, the Island similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Tamra, the Island(탐나는 도다)

2009South Korea
Adapted From A ManhwaPre-ProducedRomanceComedyForeigner Male LeadHistoricalHistorical FictionJoseon DynastyMultiple Mains

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Adapted From A Manhwa, Pre-Produced, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Set in the 17th Century, Jang Beo Jin is a young female diver residing on Tamra Island. She is not fond of her circumstances and aspires to escape the island one day. To her surprise, she stumbles upon a young man with blond hair lying on the beach. His name is William, and he is a British citizen who has been shipwrecked. Meanwhile, another young man, Park Kyu, arrives on the island disguised as one of the many convicts sent there. In reality, Park Kyu is an aspiring government official known as Seon Bi. This trio soon finds themselves entangled in a comedic love triangle. The series is available in two formats: 16 episodes (TV) or 21 episodes (Director's Cut DVD).

Recommendation: Stranger Than Paradise similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Stranger Than Paradise(천국보다 낯선)

2006South Korea
Love TriangleRomanceBrothers' Relationship

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

Boasting impressive film-quality production standards, this series narrates the tale of a Canadian lawyer who was adopted (Lee Sung Jae), a Korean singer aspiring to flee overseas (Kim Min Jung), and her manager (Uhm Tae Woong). Interestingly, the two men are long-lost siblings, both in love with the same woman.

Recommendation: The Person I Love similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Person I Love(사랑하는 사람아)

2007South Korea
BetrayalLove TriangleRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipFamilyMelodramaSisters' RelationshipUnrequited Love

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Betrayal, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Yoon Seok Joo is a producer who leaves his common-law partner, Seo Young, in pursuit of success. Together, they have a daughter, but he ultimately betrays Seo Young by marrying Lee Jung Min, the daughter of a wealthy man. Lee Sang Min, who is both a film director and the owner of a film company, is also Jung Min's half-brother. He will compete with Seok Joo both professionally and romantically for Seo Young's affections. Yoon Hyun Joo, Seok Joo's sister, faced significant challenges after losing her father at a young age but has since become a successful architect. This drama also explores the lives of five siblings.

Recommendation: Only You (2002) similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Only You (2002)(非你不可)

2002China
Love TriangleRomanceDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 20% similarity match.

During the summer in Beijing, a complex romantic situation arises involving Ke Lei, a young temporary worker performing various tasks, Su Yan, the nurse who Ke Lei has been harboring feelings for in secret, and Si Jia Yi, a lively young woman who is interested in Ke Lei.

Recommendation: Fast Track Love similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Fast Track Love(车神)

2006China
RomanceSportsDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 20% 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: Think Before You Marry similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Think Before You Marry(想明白了再结婚)

2015China
BetrayalRomanceBetrayed By A Significant OtherMarriage Of Convenience

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Betrayal and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

In contemporary Beijing society, the ease of entering into and ending marriages is noticeable. Long Xia and Yu Xiao Yu, who have both been betrayed by their partners in different ways, cross paths in Beijing and decide to live together as roommates. However, their parents intervene upon learning of their cohabitation and pressure them into getting married. Long Xia and Xiao Yu agree to the arrangement without much consideration. Following their marriage, Xiao Yu, who is practical and grounded, realizes that Long Xia, who is more materialistic, is her complete opposite. As conflicts frequently arise between the impulsive newlyweds, they come to understand the importance of truly understanding someone before committing to marriage. Can this unlikely couple find a way to make their marriage successful?

Recommendation: Goddess of Struggle similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Goddess of Struggle(青春正能量之我是女神)

2015China
BetrayalRomanceBetrayed By A Significant OtherDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Betrayal and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

Influenced by her younger brother Gu Liao Le and boyfriend Liang Yu Han, urban girl Gu Qian Mo joined the "Kaowan Clan" team with hopes of securing a bright future through the public examination. As she prepared for the exam, she noticed her boyfriend's efforts to impress Liu Meng Jie's influential mother, causing a strain in their relationship. Meanwhile, Qian Mo's life took a turn when Luo Xiao Chun, a member of an affluent family, entered her life after a car accident. Qian Mo was deeply moved by Luo Xiao Chun's silent support and presence during this difficult time.

Recommendation: Love and Revenge on the Slopes similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Love and Revenge on the Slopes(东山晴后雪)

2018China
Love TriangleRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

A tale about a cheerful and sunny PR representative who crosses paths with a ski teacher and the challenges that arise involving discovering lost family members and seeking vengeance. Han Dong Shan is a fresh face at the ski resort, appearing distant and reserved due to his reluctance to discuss his past. Despite his guarded nature, he gradually opens up to Zhao Xiao Qing, a PR officer specializing in VIP clients at the resort. Dong Shan uncovers Xiao Qing's refusal to acknowledge a psychological issue she is dealing with. In addition to Dong Shan's interest, Xiao Qing also captures the attention of a tall, wealthy doctor who happens to be the heir of a major corporation.

Recommendation: Hey Pro My Mountain Girl Second Season similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Hey Pro My Mountain Girl Second Season(我的单板女孩)

2019China
RomanceSportsDramaFirst Love

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 18% 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: Ups and Downs similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Ups and Downs(無業樓民)

2000Hong Kong
Love TriangleRomanceBusinessStarting Over

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Driving Power similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Driving Power(非常外父)

2003Hong Kong
Love TriangleRomanceBusinessDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Share House no Koibito similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Share House no Koibito(シェアハウスの恋人)

2013Japan
Love TriangleRomanceComedyMiniseries

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

Tsuyama Shio, a 30-year-old office worker at a traditional company, decides to make a change in her life by moving into a shared house. In this new environment, she encounters two fascinating men and experiences love again after a long time, particularly with Sakurai Yukiya. Despite being a 40-year-old salaryman with a family, Sakurai loses interest in his previous life and joins the shared house. As time goes on, Sakurai finds himself becoming more captivated by Kawaki Tatsuhei, a peculiar and enigmatic alien who is drawn to Shio. Thus, an unusual love triangle unfolds between the three characters.

Recommendation: Punch (2003) similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Punch (2003)(때려)

2003South Korea
RomanceSportsBoxingDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 18% 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: Glory Jane similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Glory Jane(영광의 재인)

2011South Korea
RomanceSportsBaseballDrama

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 18% 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: Love of the Aegean Sea similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Love of the Aegean Sea(情定愛琴海)

2004Taiwan
Love TriangleRomanceFilmed AbroadLanguages

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

Filmed in the stunning backdrop of the Aegean Sea and accompanied by beautiful music, this captivating romantic series features a talented cast from Taiwan and Korea. Guan Xiao Tong, a gifted music student from Shanghai, meets two men during her trip to Greece. One is the carefree traveler Li Yao Xiang, whom she knows from the internet, while the other is Li En Qi, the son of a wealthy businessman. En Qi leads a sheltered and lonely life, controlled by his parents who are eager to arrange a marriage for him. As Xiao Tong's relationships with both men deepen, she must ultimately decide on her true love.

Recommendation: The Champion (2004) similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Champion (2004)(任我遨游)

2004Taiwan
RomanceSportsDramaSwimming

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Romance and Sports with a 18% 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: Zhong Wu Yan similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Zhong Wu Yan(鍾無艷)

2010Taiwan
Love TriangleRomanceSmart Female LeadUgly To Attractive

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

A modern-day retelling of Zhong Wu Yan's tale portrays her living in the 21st century. Despite her intelligence and compassion, Wu Yen's fiancé values beauty above all else, leading him to choose the stunning Xia Ying Chun over her. Despite Wu Yen's track record of saving him from his father's company, her loyalty to her unworthy fiancé puzzles her friends and family.

Recommendation: Lucky Days similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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Lucky Days(第二回合我愛你)

2010Taiwan
Hardworking Female LeadRomanceComedyTime Travel

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

Chen Miao Ru, a magazine editor with a focus on finances, and Ren Xiao Guo, a content salary worker, tied the knot after dating for three years due to financial reasons. Miao Ru found herself in a tough spot with her house flipping investments, leading them to combine their finances to avoid a financial crisis. However, their married life was far from the peaceful dating period they once enjoyed, quickly leading them towards the brink of separation. Despite the difficulties, Xiao Guo was reluctant to consider divorce, yearning for a way to undo their decisions and start anew.

Recommendation: The Ex-Man similar to Birdie Buddy (2011)
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The Ex-Man(前男友不是人)

2018Taiwan
Love TriangleRomanceLovers SeparatedMultiple Couples

Like Birdie Buddy (2011), this drama also features Love Triangle and Romance with a 18% similarity match.

As a 31-year-old woman named Li Qin Ai enjoys a successful career as a magazine photographer and a happy relationship with her boyfriend, Zhou Li Yang, an unexpected twist arises in her life. Qin Ai finds herself facing a peculiar situation when her first love, Dai Hai An, reappears after their breakup a decade ago. However, Hai An appears to Qin Ai as his 18-year-old self from their past and is half-transparent, leading her to question if he is a ghost. Despite this uncertainty, Hai An insists on staying with Qin Ai, prompting her to reconsider her past and future.