Cinderella's Sister - Asian drama recommendation
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Cinderella's Sister(신데렐라 언니)

2010South Korea
Age GapAntihero Male LeadCold Female LeadDramaIllegitimate Male LeadIndependent Female LeadMelodramaRecomposed FamilyRomanceSelfish ParentTime SkipWarm Man-Cold WomanWinery

A contemporary reinterpretation of Cinderella features a unique twist: our protagonist, Goo Hyo Sun, is adored by all, while her stepsister, Eun Jo, grapples with a troubled history and feels overshadowed by her mother's increasing affection for Hyo Sun.

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Recommendation: A Daughter Just Like You similar to Cinderella's Sister
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A Daughter Just Like You(딱 너 같은 딸)

2015South Korea
Cold Female LeadIndependent Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSelfish ParentWarm Man-Cold WomanComedyDeath Of A WifeEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyHardworking Female LeadSmart Female LeadSupportive In-LawWidower Male Lead

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Cold Female Lead, Independent Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, Selfish Parent, and Warm Man-Cold Woman themes with a 29% similarity match.

This family-centric series centers on the interactions of three distinct families who encounter numerous misunderstandings as they become related by marriage. It features a well-known female host from a shopping network and her three daughters: a university professor, a high-powered consultant, and a physician. There’s also a divorced father who enjoys sharing tales from his time in the Marines and has developed dry skin from daily dishwashing. Additionally, one of the daughters hails from an affluent family that operates a thriving fashion design business. Their conflicts gradually resolve through love and empathy, leading to a process of healing.

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
DramaMelodramaRomanceTime SkipBusinessFriendship

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 27% similarity match.

On December 20, 1999, China regained control of Macau. The members of the music group Lotus Rain - Qiao Zi Liang, Tong Jie, and Lan Yong Ren - all graduated from high school that same year. Tong Jie went to England for further studies, Qiao Zi Liang attended university in Guangzhou, and Yong Ren enrolled in a police academy in Macau. When Tong Jie returned to Macau four years later, he was surprised to learn that Yong Ren had switched careers from a police officer to a bartender. Zi Liang reconnected with classmates from Macau and Guangzhou, including Tong Zhen and Xiao Yao. Tong Jie's twin sister, Tong Zhen, and Xiao Yao both developed feelings for Zi Liang without realizing they were both interested in the same person. Yan Ming Ming, the daughter of Hong Kong's Yan Enterprises, visited Macau and purchased a significant amount of property owned by Tong Shan He. Tong Shan He arranged for his son, Tong Jie, to interact with the Yan family, only to discover that Yan Tian, the head of Yan Enterprises, had a longstanding feud with him from 20 years ago. Tong Shan He realized that Yan Tian's real motive for buying property in Macau was to seek revenge against him.

Recommendation: Green Forest, My Home similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Green Forest, My Home(綠光森林)

2005Taiwan
Age GapDramaMelodramaRomanceTime SkipChildhood ConnectionComedyJealous SiblingLove TriangleTeacher Female LeadViolinist Male Lead

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 26% similarity match.

The narrative commences with the introduction of the main characters during their childhood. Luo Shan's father works as a driver for the Su family, who have a daughter named Sophie. Due to being abandoned by her mother and facing occasional abuse from her father, Luo Shan struggles with feelings of inadequacy and inferiority. Luo Shan envies Sophie, believing that she could be as happy if she had the same opportunities as her. Tragedy strikes when Luo Shan's father passes away in an accident, leading the Su family to take her in and rename her Susan. Sophie's mother instructs Sophie to treat Susan as her older sister and to keep Susan's adoption a secret. Despite Sophie's kind-hearted and easy-going nature, Susan takes advantage of her, aspiring to possess everything Sophie has. Susan's jealousy even extends to Sophie's close bond with Yuan Fang. (Two versions available: 23 episodes in China | 15 episodes in Taiwan)

Recommendation: Management Marriage similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Management Marriage(经营婚姻)

2012China
Age GapIndependent Female LeadMelodramaRomanceNovel AdaptationComedyFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Independent Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Luo Qing Niao, a vibrant and daring woman born in the 1980s, and Ye Xiao Yu, a laid-back man from Beijing born in the 1970s craving freedom, decided to tie the knot after two years of dating. Despite their differing views on marriage and life, they faced challenges that tested their relationship. With the support of family and friends, they navigated through unexpected twists and turns, leading them into a whirlwind of marriage that threatened their love and family. Their journey is chronicled in the novel "Marriage Vortex" by Xia Tian.

Recommendation: When a Man's in Love similar to Cinderella's Sister
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When a Man's in Love(남자가 사랑할 때)

2013South Korea
Age GapAge GapCold Female LeadDramaMelodramaRomanceDebtLove TriangleNice Male LeadObsessive Male LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanPossessive Male LeadSearching For A Child

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Cold Female Lead, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Han Tae Sang is an accomplished entrepreneur known for his ruthless decisiveness and remarkable determination

Recommendation: Now, We Are Breaking Up similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Now, We Are Breaking Up(지금 헤어지는 중입니다)

2021South Korea
Age GapAge GapCold Female LeadDramaMelodramaRomanceFateForbidden LoveFreelancer Male LeadMultiple CouplesOlder Woman-Younger ManPhotographySmart Male Lead

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Cold Female Lead, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

As a leader in the design department of a top fashion company, Ha Young Eun has established a strong reputation in the industry. While she excels in her work and is admired for her beauty and trendiness, Young Eun is known for her pragmatic approach to relationships, prioritizing stability above all else. Despite being perceived as cold-hearted by some, Young Eun is content with her life. However, everything changes when she meets Yoon Jae Kook, a successful freelance fashion photographer. Jae Kook, who is wealthy, handsome, and intelligent, captivates Young Eun in a way she cannot ignore. Their unexpected romance unfolds like a dream, but the question remains whether their story will have a happy ending or lead to heartbreak. (Viki)

Recommendation: Sweet and Cold similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Sweet and Cold(甜小姐与冷先生)

2023China
Cold Female LeadDramaIndependent Female LeadRomanceWarm Man-Cold WomanBusinessConfident Female LeadHardworking Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManWarm Male LeadWorkplace Politics

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Cold Female Lead, Drama, Independent Female Lead, Romance, and Warm Man-Cold Woman themes with a 24% similarity match.

Meng Hao Tian is perceived by others as a woman who exudes both strength and beauty. Her journey from humble beginnings to overcoming numerous obstacles in her business endeavors has been witnessed by many. However, her difficult past is known to only a select few. A chance encounter with Leng Si Ming, the talented and young CTO of Lingzhi Group, occurred due to a fake wedding. Despite initial misunderstandings and rivalry, they eventually evolve into partners. Yet, challenges stemming from their differences cannot be overlooked. Will they be able to overcome their age gap and diverse backgrounds? Can Meng Hao Tian move past her painful history to embrace love once again? (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: A Gentleman's Dignity similar to Cinderella's Sister
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A Gentleman's Dignity(신사의 품격)

2012South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaIndependent Female LeadMelodramaRomanceBromanceComedyDissociative AmnesiaFriendshipLove At First SightMale Centered PlotMental IllnessMultiple Mains

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Independent Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Four men in their forties navigate the complexities of love, separation, triumph, and disappointment. The narrative features the romantic involvement of Kim Do Jin, an architect known for his sharp wit, and Seo Yi Soo, a disciplined high school educator who also serves as an umpire for local baseball matches.

Recommendation: Dal Ja's Spring similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Dal Ja's Spring(달자의 봄)

2007South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaIndependent Female LeadRomanceTime SkipAirhead Female LeadBusinessComedyContract RelationshipEnemies To FriendsOlder Woman-Younger ManSlice Of LifeWorkplace Setting

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Independent Female Lead, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 24% similarity match.

The drama seeks to humorously and honestly depict the experiences and relentless quest for love of a single woman in her thirties. It also sheds light on the careers and lives of women in this age group, centering on Dal Ja, a 33-year-old gifted managing director at a home shopping network, who faces a pivotal decision about remaining single or marrying before she ages further. Tae Bong, a handsome man six years her junior, takes on the role of her pretend boyfriend. Gi Jung represents an individual who aspires to a perfect and logical romance. The love triangle involving Dal Ja, Tae Bong, and Gi Jung creates tension between the concepts of love and marriage.

Recommendation: The Innocent Man similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Innocent Man(세상 어디에도 없는 착한남자)

2012South Korea
Antihero Male LeadCold Female LeadDramaMelodramaRomanceCharacter DevelopmentEmotionally Strong Female LeadFirst LoveHeiress LeadMale Chases Female FirstRevengeRich Female LeadRich Woman-Poor Man

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Antihero Male Lead, Cold Female Lead, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The storyline unfolds as a melodrama centered around Kang Ma Roo, a man who has been deceived by his one true love, Han Jae Hee. Years later, Ma Roo leads a life of hedonism, having given up his own happiness for his girlfriend, only to find out she moved on and wed a wealthy man without a second thought. Driven by a desire for revenge, he seeks out Seo Eun Gi, the strong-willed and aloof daughter of the man Jae Hee chose to marry.

Recommendation: Hide and Seek similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Hide and Seek(숨바꼭질)

2018South Korea
Antihero Male LeadDramaIndependent Female LeadMelodramaRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipCosmetic IndustryEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadMental IllnessRich Female LeadSmart Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Antihero Male Lead, Drama, Independent Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The storyline delves into the destiny of the heiress of the country's largest cosmetics empire and a woman who has lived in her place, revealing the ambitions and hidden truths that connect both characters.

Recommendation: Fashion King (2012) similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Fashion King (2012)(패션왕)

2012South Korea
Antihero Male LeadDramaMelodramaRomanceChasing A DreamFashion IndustryFilmed AbroadLove Triangle

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Antihero Male Lead, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Every great fashion journey has to begin at some point. For aspiring designer Kang Yeong Geol, that point is a modest stall located in Dongdaemun Market, a bustling fashion hub in Seoul known for its affordable apparel and emerging designers. Initially, Yeong Geol feels hesitant about chasing his dream of becoming a renowned designer, until he crosses paths with Lee Ga Yeong, a self-assured young woman who shares his ambitions. Meanwhile, Anna Choi, a bold individual who will stop at nothing to achieve her desires, and privileged heartthrob Jung Jae Hyeok form a complex love triangle.

Recommendation: Queen of Ahyun similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Queen of Ahyun(아현동 마님)

2007South Korea
Age GapAge GapDramaMelodramaRomanceFamilyLawOlder Woman-Younger ManProsecutor Female Lead

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Age Gap, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Wang Hee Ji will portray a public prosecutor who encounters and develops a romantic relationship with a fellow prosecutor who is 12 years her junior.

Recommendation: Ju Zi similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Ju Zi(菊子)

2011China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative follows Ju Zi, a woman whose life is marked by tragedy, and the individuals in her midst amid a Japanese invasion

Recommendation: Sweet Lies similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Sweet Lies(甜蜜的谎言)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Describes the intricate emotional tale involving Wen Ya, who disappeared for eight years, her former lover Detective Captain Li Yuan, and her current spouse Jiang Xiao Xian

Recommendation: Destination Of Love similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Destination Of Love(婚巢)

2012China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds the journey of siblings Yang Xue and Yang Li Nan as they transitioned from a rural village to a bustling metropolis where they settled down to pursue their careers. While striving to realize their dreams through hard work, they also grappled with the inevitability of marriage looming on the horizon.

Recommendation: Love Trouble similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Love Trouble(真爱惹麻烦)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following the unjust persecution of Lin Zhen Xin's father, Lin Shin Nan, due to a business deal gone wrong with the powerful Ko family, she decides to seek revenge for her father's death. To gather evidence of her father's innocence, she feigns romantic interest in Ko Yang, the heir to the Ko family. However, as she gets closer to Ko Yang, she finds herself falling uncontrollably in love with him. Meanwhile, Wang Xiang, who also has feelings for Lin, is forced to watch from the sidelines as Lin faces a difficult decision. The series is available in two versions: the original 40-episode version and the CCTV version with 38 episodes.

Recommendation: I Believed in Men similar to Cinderella's Sister
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I Believed in Men(남자를 믿었네)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A timeless family saga centered around a food company executive who experiences a whirlwind of challenges following an unexplained breakup with a significant other.

Recommendation: Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge(悲伤时唱首歌)

2007China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative follows Guan Liang Pei, who experiences a mental health condition after being unexpectedly left by her initial romantic partner, Zhao Yu. Wang Jing Fan, who harbored strong feelings for her, chooses to marry her and take on the responsibility of caring for her. The story delves into the emotional turmoil stemming from unusual reactions triggered by the lingering feelings for a past love.

Recommendation: The Seventh Day similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Seventh Day(最美麗的第七天 (最美丽的第)

2008Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Ling Ka Yan works as a salesperson at a pet store. She was informed of a serious illness during her childhood, leading her family to be excessively cautious with her. Consequently, despite being in her twenties, she had never encountered genuine affection until she crossed paths with Yau Zi Wing, a man who alters her life indefinitely.

Recommendation: Beyond the Common Ground similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Beyond the Common Ground(和解在後)

2023Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

In a society filled with gossip and misinformation, individuals appear to have overlooked fundamental ethical principles. Typically characterized by their polished appearance, articulate speech, and impartial demeanor, mediators are expected to possess certain qualities. However, amidst these conventional mediators stands Yip Chi Fan, an unconventional figure who dresses casually, speaks his mind, and operates outside the confines of traditional norms. Yip rejects the notion of complete neutrality, believing instead that mediators should maintain sensitivity to facilitate resolution. When law graduate Fong Yuen joins Yip's firm as an intern, her straightforward approach clashes with Yip's unconventional methods. As they spend more time together, their differing perspectives begin to influence one another.

Recommendation: Golden Wings similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Golden Wings(金色の翼)

2007Japan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Shuko's husband tragically passed away in a plane accident, leaving her with a significant inheritance. However, the newfound wealth brings unwarranted suspicion and gossip her way, causing Shuko deep emotional pain. Seeking solace, she escapes to an exclusive hotel on a secluded island where she crosses paths with Maki, a young man trapped on the island with his girlfriend, Rio, the niece of the hotel owner. Together, Maki and Rio scheme to obtain money from Shuko by manipulating her feelings for Maki. As their deceitful plan unfolds, Shuko's fortune attracts attention from those around her. Drawing inspiration from Henry James' classic novel "The Wings of the Dove," this tale explores themes of love, greed, deception, and truth within the backdrop of a serene and isolated island.

Recommendation: Land of Wine similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Land of Wine(술의 나라)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Seo Joon plays the role of a rebellious son of a wealthy entrepreneur in the drama. The series follows Seo Joon's journey as he achieves success in the alcohol industry by selling authentic Korean beer.

Recommendation: The Fairy and The Swindler similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Fairy and The Swindler(선녀와 사기꾼)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Baby Jae Kyung was left by his mother due to financial issues, and his father, who was often drunk, tragically died in a train accident while intoxicated. Raised by a con artist, Jae Kyung learned the tricks of the trade and developed into a skilled scammer due to his exceptional memory. Alongside his adopted father and three others, they deceived many individuals out of their money. However, after meeting the girl of his dreams, Jae Kyung resolved to leave behind his deceitful ways.

Recommendation: Salt Doll similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Salt Doll(소금인형 )

2007South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Cha So Yeong is a dedicated spouse to her husband, who struggles with various issues. Her first love is the heir to a prominent financial firm. To cover the expenses of her husband's surgery, she reluctantly resorts to selling herself to the man who has unreciprocated feelings for her.

Recommendation: The Queen Returns similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Queen Returns(공주가 돌아왔다)

2009South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Cha Do-kyung was the quintessential "it girl," capturing everyone's attention throughout her school years. Her striking appearance and wealthy family background attracted numerous admirers. In contrast, Jang Gong-shim, Do-kyung's friend, often felt overshadowed and inadequate compared to her growing up. However, a chance encounter resulted in a one-night stand between Do-kyung and Bong-hee, who was then Gong-shim's boyfriend, leading to an unexpected pregnancy and their subsequent marriage. Fast forward 17 years, and Do-kyung has settled into the role of a regular housewife with three children and a lackluster husband, while Gong-shim has achieved fame as a ballet dancer. This role reversal has created tension between the two women, culminating in a rivalry over Hyun-woo, who once harbored feelings for Do-kyung in their youth. Caught between his first love, now married to someone else, and Gong-shim, the once overlooked girl who blossomed into a stunning woman, will Hyun-woo choose to pursue his childhood affection or embrace his feelings for Gong-shim? Will Gong-shim succeed in capturing Hyun-woo's heart? (KBS World)

Recommendation: While You Were Sleeping similar to Cinderella's Sister
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While You Were Sleeping(당신이 잠든 사이)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the destinies of two couples and two families whose lives became intertwined as a result of a birth-related incident.

Recommendation: You're So Beautiful similar to Cinderella's Sister
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You're So Beautiful(당신 참 예쁘다)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Go Yoo Rang possesses a strong sense of confidence and a positive outlook on life. She experiences her first love with Chi Young. However, Chi Young abruptly departs to go back to Seoul. Eager to reconnect with him, Yoo Rang travels to Seoul, only to discover that he is already married.

Recommendation: I Do? similar to Cinderella's Sister
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I Do?(幸福的抉擇)

2008Taiwan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The phrase "unable to survive with or without each other" perfectly captured the essence of the brief marriage between the young couple. Despite facing significant challenges to be together, their love ultimately proved insufficient to sustain their relationship amidst the strains of cohabitation and interference from his former partner. Consequently, they opted for a divorce. However, the separation only intensified their unhappiness. Following the intervention of their loved ones, the couple resolved to grant one another a second opportunity.

Recommendation: Roseate-Love similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Roseate-Love(紫玫瑰)

2009Taiwan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Xiao Zi longs for her childhood crush, Lin Nuo, as he sings passionately at the pub in a luxurious hotel. Despite the "Future Man Band" receiving little applause, Xiao Zi remains devoted, creating "Purple Roses" from paper with determination, hoping for Lin Nuo's victory over the unworthy Devil. A new waiter, Ning ZiDa, joins the pub under Xiao Zi's guidance. Rumors swirl about Zi Da's background, and Xiao Zi inadvertently reveals the truth, altering Zi Da's opinion of her. Witnessing the innocent girl's pursuit of an unattainable love and her creation of numbered paper purple roses, Zi Da's tough exterior begins to soften with compassion.

Recommendation: My Life's Golden Age similar to Cinderella's Sister
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My Life's Golden Age(내 인생의 황금기)

2008South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

When two individuals who have previously gone through divorce unite in marriage and raise their children together, they often choose names for their kids that reflect the ideal phase of life, known as hwang-geum-ki, with the hope that their offspring will experience this joyful time earlier than they did. Unbeknownst to them, their children will face various challenges before achieving hwang-geum-ki. Lee Hwang, the eldest daughter, has been married for five years and has a daughter, along with a thriving career, yet beneath the surface, she is far from content. A chance encounter with an old lover leads her down a reckless path. The second daughter, Lee Geum, suffers from chronic myelogenous leukemia, a serious illness that persistently impacts her quality of life and happiness. Nevertheless, she remains bright and optimistic, dedicating her energy to her role as a track team coach, all while secretly working to cover her biological father's medical expenses. The youngest child, Lee Ki, has successfully completed medical school and is now an intern at a hospital, yet his true aspiration is to become a musical theater performer. He decides to leave the hospital to pursue dance lessons, needing to keep this decision hidden from his family as he navigates his sisters' challenges. Enter Go Kyung Woo, a television producer at a prominent network whose success has led him to become dismissively indifferent to the struggles of others. When he crosses paths with Lee Geum, there is undeniable chemistry, but will he be able to genuinely care for her, especially given her health condition? Meanwhile, Lee Ki faces another dilemma—he may be falling for his sister-in-law...

Recommendation: Love Actually (2015) similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Love Actually (2015)(戀上黑天使)

2015China
Age GapDramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Age Gap, Drama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Ma Liang is a carefree individual who acts without considering the outcomes. His girlfriend of two years, Xiao Meng, has grown tired of this behavior and suggested they end their relationship. Ye Man Ling, a wealthy woman recently divorced, returns to China to take over her late father's company. During an awards event, Ye Man Ling and Ma Liang accidentally cross paths, sparking an unfortunate connection between them.

Recommendation: Love Story in Shanghai similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Love Story in Shanghai(像霧像雨又像風)

2001China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Time flows like a river, memories drift like clouds, intertwined like an unchanging tune. Chen Zi Kun faces unexpected misfortunes as he is wrongly accused of a crime and imprisoned. Fang Zi Yi goes to great lengths to free her beloved, seeking help from her friend's brother, Li Ying Qi, who helps secure Zi Kun's release on bail. However, Ying Qi also develops feelings for Zi Yi in the process. Zi Kun takes on a job as a clock repairer and crosses paths with Du Xin Yu, the daughter of Mr. Du whose clocks he fixes. Impressed by Xin Yu's innocence and determination, Zi Kun finds himself drawn to her. He eventually runs away with Zi Yi, while Ying Qi, who is compelled to marry his cousin Fan Li Jun, chooses to be with Zi Yi instead. As Xin Yu falls seriously ill, Mr. Du takes drastic measures to save her by arranging for Zi Kun to be kidnapped and taken to a picturesque county with Xin Yu. During their time together, love blossoms between Zi Kun and Xin Yu.

Recommendation: Red Shoes (2021) similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Red Shoes (2021)(빨강 구두)

2021South Korea
Antihero Male LeadDramaMelodramaRomanceSelfish ParentDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A MotherFamilyFemale Centered PlotGreedNeurological DisorderRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanSoap Opera

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Antihero Male Lead, Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Selfish Parent themes with a 23% similarity match.

A tale of a cruel mother who deceived her father and abandoned her ill younger brother in pursuit of love and selfish desires, while her daughter harbors fantasies of retaliation against her mother. (Naver)

Recommendation: Shark similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Shark(상어)

2013South Korea
Antihero Male LeadDramaMelodramaRomanceTime SkipChildhood Friends RelationshipDifficult AdulthoodFriends To LoversMarried Female LeadMarried Male LeadRevengeSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Antihero Male Lead, Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 23% similarity match.

After being abandoned and witnessing his father's murder, Han Yi Soo, also known as Yoshimura Junichiro, returns to Korea from Japan, having altered his appearance and assumed a new identity to seek vengeance against those responsible for his family's ruin. In the process, he becomes involved with Jo Hae Woo, the granddaughter of the main conspirator and his childhood love, only to find himself rediscovering his feelings for her. Meanwhile, Oh Joon Young, Hae Woo's husband who believed Yi Soo was dead, starts to grow suspicious of his true identity and intentions. Can Han Yi Soo achieve his revenge for his father's death and unveil the dark secrets of his adversaries?

Recommendation: Shining Days (2013) similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Shining Days (2013)(璀璨人生)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomanceLife

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Filled with hidden truths about its characters' origins, the plot delves into the lives of the wealthy elite and the challenges faced by the innocent protagonist Yu Fei as she seeks to uncover the reality

Recommendation: Women's Heart similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Women's Heart(天涯女人心)

2015China
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Lover's Lies similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Lover's Lies(爱人的谎言)

2016China
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Precious Youth similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Precious Youth(那年青春我们正好)

2016China
DramaMelodramaRomanceYouth

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Precious Youth narrates the story of Liu Ting, a diligent student, and Xiao Xiaojun, a passionate but troubled individual, and their bond of love and friendship from their university years in 1997 to the present day.

Recommendation: The Legendary Tycoon similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Legendary Tycoon(传奇大亨)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomanceInspired By A True Story

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Huace Media's upcoming film 'The Legendary Tycoon' will center around the remarkable life of Sir Run Run Shaw. The movie aims to capture the tycoon's extraordinary journey through visually stunning cinematography, highlighting his relationships with three significant women. Additionally, the film will recreate the glamorous fashion and style of the era in which he lived.

Recommendation: Virtue similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Virtue(덕이)

2000South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFraternal Twin Female Lead

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The story revolves around Jung Kwi Duk, whose admirable qualities of honesty, optimism, and grace were challenged by a fierce rivalry with her twin sister, Jung Kwi Jin.

Recommendation: Contrail similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Contrail(コントレール~罪と恋~)

2016Japan
DramaMelodramaRomanceMiniseries

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Aoki Aya, a woman who has been living a solitary life since her husband was tragically killed in a senseless crime six years ago, now has a 5-year-old son. One day, she encounters Osabe Ryoji, a truck driver, at the drive-in where she is employed and develops romantic feelings for him. Unbeknownst to Aya, Ryoji had actually been the one responsible for her husband's murder six years earlier, after abandoning his career as a lawyer.

Recommendation: The Golden Age (2000) similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Golden Age (2000)(황금시대)

2000South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFriendship

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

This tale follows the journey of two young boys, Park Kwang Chul and Lee Jae Hoon, who come from different backgrounds but form a strong friendship under unexpected circumstances. As they grow older, they reunite and collaborate as bankers. Together, they assist Hee Kyung, who was raised alongside Park Kwang Chul, in locating her biological father, leading to the revelation of distressing truths from their shared history.

Recommendation: Lovers (2003) similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Lovers (2003)(연인)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Recommendation: Loving You a Thousand Times similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Loving You a Thousand Times(천만번 사랑해)

2009South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap Opera

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Baek Sae Hoon and his spouse, Lee Sun Young, are fervently attempting to have a child but face repeated failures. Sae Hoon's mother approaches Sun Young, suggesting that she explore surrogacy as a means to conceive without informing Sae Hoon. Enter Go Eun Nim, who becomes their surrogate, expecting their baby. However, the situation becomes more complex when she unexpectedly develops feelings for Sae Hoon's younger brother, Kang Ho.

Recommendation: The Birth of a Family similar to Cinderella's Sister
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The Birth of a Family(가족의 탄생)

2012South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Tears of Heaven similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Tears of Heaven(천국의 눈물)

2014South Korea
DramaRomanceSelfish ParentGreed

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Romance, and Selfish Parent themes with a 21% similarity match.

Cha Yeong discovers that her mother has left her behind on two different occasions. Motivated by her own selfishness, Cha Yeong's mother chooses to confront her daughter in a battle for her own interests.

Recommendation: Mother's Garden similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Mother's Garden(엄마의 정원 )

2014South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Immutable Law of First Love similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Immutable Law of First Love(첫사랑 불변의 법칙)

2015South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceWeb Novel Adaptation

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Jong Goo, an attractive and intelligent man, and Yeo Ri, a woman who constantly suffers from witnessing her boyfriend with other girls. This web drama is adapted from an original web novel sharing the same title.

Recommendation: Sweet Home, Sweet Honey similar to Cinderella's Sister
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Sweet Home, Sweet Honey(우리집 꿀단지)

2015South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Cinderella's Sister, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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