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Double Life 2018

Follows the narrative of a fashion conglomerate grappling with a dilemma

Liang Yu Fang, the son of a prominent hotel owner, is set to inherit the family business. However, he is more interested in pursuing his passion for design art than taking on the responsibilities of running the hotel. Upon returning from studying abroad, he is pressured by his father and sister to start learning about the hotel operations. Around the same time, he crosses paths with Tian Wei, a hardworking young woman who supports her alcoholic father and autistic brother. Tian Wei works tirelessly to make ends meet due to her father's struggles with depression and addiction. Despite facing financial difficulties, she remains determined to care for her brother and honor her late mother's memory. Tian Wei aspires to become a singer, but is unable to pursue her dream. Unaware of Yu Fang's true background, she finds herself drawn to his genuine personality.

A tale of a young woman from a small town who defies societal biases and obstacles to achieve success in the modeling industry unfolds in this story. Zhang Mei Li, a worker in the fast food sector, unexpectedly becomes the center of attention in a wager involving Fashion Group, a prominent corporation, and its investors. She is enlisted by chief editor Lin Da, who promises to provide intensive training to transform her into a supermodel. Mei Li's fiancé, Da Bao, who also works in fast food, becomes apprehensive about losing her and takes actions to impede her progress. Additionally, Mei Li faces challenges from challenging individuals like fashion editor Song Chu Chu and Zhuang Bei Di. Throughout her journey, she encounters Li Ze Yu from market research, who offers unwavering support and encouragement.

Lu Tian Xing is a renowned figure in the advertising industry in Asia. Despite his wealth and fame, he shocks everyone by announcing a temporary hiatus from his successful advertising career. Adopting the persona of "Xiao Lu" with a simple disguise, he crosses paths with Tao Le Si. Le Si is determined to fulfill her late brother's wish of safeguarding their advertising agency, even as the business struggles. She finds herself in a battle with Tian Xing to prevent the company from being sold. Initially mistaking Xiao Lu for Tian Xing, Le Si soon realizes they have completely different personalities. Despite this, she is drawn to Xiao Lu's kind nature. However, their budding romance faces uncertainty once Le Si uncovers Xiao Lu's true identity.

When a spontaneous marriage and a secretive CEO come together, the result is a charming and humorous romance. Wan Xing and Jing Ran, tired of being set up on blind dates, opt to tie the knot after a chance encounter on the street. However, the CEO insists on pretending to be an ordinary person rather than revealing his wealth. Follow along as these two individuals grow closer each day, navigating his amusing attempts to conceal his true identity.

Jiang Li disguised herself as a regular person and attended a blind date seeking a submissive partner. Lin Jun, the leader of the Chenglin Group, also concealed his true wealth to avoid attracting a materialistic partner. Despite almost revealing their true identities multiple times, the two ended up marrying each other swiftly due to their chemistry. Surprisingly, their companies had numerous collaborations, adding a layer of complexity to their relationship.

During the company dinner, the intoxicated Su Luo mistakenly entered the boss's room. There were rumors that Fu Jinyan was reserved around women and was quick to act against those who crossed him. Fearing dismissal, Su Luo kept the incident a secret but accidentally left behind her friend Jiang Jing Wen's job application. This led Fu Jin Yan to mistakenly believe Jiang Jing Wen was the one seeking a one-night stand. Greedy Jiang Jing Wen betrayed her friend and moved into Fu Jin Yan's Jinyuan. Meanwhile, Su Luo, despite her old-fashioned appearance and relationship status, was promoted to secretary. Will the misunderstandings be resolved?

Ji Jin Hui, a former renowned actor and entertainer, co-founded the production company Kick Kick Kick Kick Company with Cho Yeong Sik, a former star PD whose career was marred by scandal. Despite their initial strained relationship, they joined forces to run the company together. The company employs individuals like Baek Ji Won, who serves as a therapist for the employees, and Lee Min Jae, a dedicated workaholic striving for success.

Having relied on dishonesty for personal gain, losing the ability to lie can have a significant impact on one's life. Renowned direct marketing company founder Lo Man Nai recognizes the endless pursuit of power and wealth by individuals. By utilizing his exceptional lying skills, he assembles a team of dedicated employees to promote his health products. However, at an annual meeting, Lo is afflicted with a strange illness that renders him incapable of lying. Forced to speak only the truth, he exposes the deceit behind the company's products and sales strategies. He also admits to his wife about his extramarital affair. Subsequently convicted of fraudulent practices and abandoned by his family, Lo tries to take his own life. Fortunately, he is rescued by a fellow prisoner, who turns out to be a leader of a criminal organization.

Jiang Mei Luo, a confident and assertive female CEO, found herself in a surprising situation after being betrayed by her boyfriend. She ended up marrying a handsome security guard impulsively. Despite planning to support her new husband, Jiang Mei Luo faced a major challenge when she realized he had been ignoring her. Unbeknownst to her, the security guard had multiple identities - he was also a salesman, a mechanic, and a delivery man, juggling more jobs than Jiang Mei Luo herself. It wasn't until a charity dinner, attended by the entire city, that Jiang Mei Luo discovered her husband's true identity as the heir of a prominent enterprise that everyone had been eagerly anticipating.

A resilient female police officer grappling with depression finds herself falling for a young millionaire whom she mistakenly thought was a parking attendant. Rather than feeling fortunate, she is astonished by his wealth. Officer Cha Bong Sun is an unconventional woman who challenges the strict social order and speaks out against it. Meanwhile, Seo Jae Hui, her millionaire partner, is an unusual man who becomes enamored with this eccentric officer. Their romance is intense and fervent. It’s a whimsical tale about individuals, connections, and love. (MBC Global Media)

The ambitious CEO of Go Food, Keung Tai Mo Tyson, decides to give in to his grandfather's matchmaking and go on a blind date. At the same time, Suen Ho Lee Hollie, a junior employee at Go Food, reluctantly agrees to go on a blind date on behalf of her friend Chan Ying Shu. A love story unfolds between the high-ranking executive and the lowly staff member after their unexpected blind date. Meanwhile, Tyson's assistant Cheung ShingDong Frankie and Chan Ying Shu, the daughter of a wealthy man, find love at first sight. As their relationships progress, they will share many memorable moments in this heartwarming romantic comedy. (Makerville.hk)

Mitamura Yukio serves as the creator and leader of a fast-growing fashion company. Despite its success, the company has been criticized for exploiting its workers. Mitamura prioritizes the company's profits and has been pushing his employees to work long hours, believing that hard work is necessary for success. He does not see any issue with the demanding work environment and believes it is justified. While delegating tasks to his subordinates, Mitamura enrolls in a university to study company management. It is there that he meets Akiyama Kyoko, a new lecturer, with whom he clashes due to their differing backgrounds and perspectives. He also encounters the "pressure-free generation," a group of young individuals whom he initially looks down upon. However, through interactions with these students, Mitamura finds inspiration and gains new insights. Meanwhile, there is a growing movement within his company to remove him from his position as it becomes apparent to Mitamura that his company is indeed exploiting its employees, leading to a power struggle within the organization.

Ye Sang Nian quickly married her blind date, Shen Ting Bai, only to discover afterwards that he was actually the president of the company where she worked as a cleaning lady. In order to keep her identity hidden, she continued working there despite facing challenges from her cousin Ye Wan Yi, who held a higher position in the company. Eventually, Ye Sang Nian's true identity as the CEO's wife was revealed, leading to her rise as the powerful wife of the company's leader.

This series follows the story of an ordinary man in contemporary society who faces challenges and setbacks. You Dong Dong, a fashion designer, experiences a breakup with his girlfriend, Lin Luo Fei, due to a misunderstanding. Feeling down, You Dong Dong decides to join his ex-girlfriend's company. However, he unintentionally offends his colleague, George, which leads to conflicts and a demotion. Eventually, You Dong Dong resigns after an incident involving a male model. To clear up a misunderstanding at a bar, You Dong Dong's friend, Zhang Yang, supports him in returning to work. Zhang Yang even organizes a bikini party and a pajama party to celebrate You Dong Dong's comeback. Despite various obstacles, You Dong Dong manages to reconcile with Lin Luo Fei and they happily reunite.

In a tale about a crimson wine spirit venturing into the human world to find a person capable of resolving a millennium-long grudge, a thousand-year-old wine and wine vessel transform into a young girl named Jiu Jiu Jiu and a boy named Tan Tan Tan, nearing the brink of attaining immortality through years of training. Tasked by the department responsible for elevating spirits to fairies, the duo is assigned a mission: locate a suitable human partner for Jiu Jiu Jiu to wed within one hundred days. This union is the key to releasing Jiu Jiu Jiu from years of bitterness, granting passage to the immortal realm for Jiu Jiu and Tan Tan. The chosen individual is Gao Leng, a man who detests alcohol and has a high sensitivity to it. Sneaking into a school, Jiu Jiu Jiu and Tan Tan Tan inadvertently cause chaos on their first day, sparking a tale of love and comedy. (ChineseDrama.info)

The maid Ming Xiao Xiao and the authoritative CEO Huo Yun Ting cross paths at a resort due to a mix-up, leading to them becoming close friends after an unexpected kiss. Ming Xiao Xiao is portrayed as innocent and charming, while Huo Yun Ting is depicted as cold and cunning but plagued by a family betrayal. Huo Yun Ting requires a personal caregiver following an injury, which results in the two being compelled to live together. Despite facing numerous misunderstandings and obstacles during their brief time together, they also share many tender moments. Over time, their relationship evolves into a deep and harmonious romantic bond.

Remi Takasugi is highly sought after as a rental girlfriend at Rental Lovers, a company that offers girlfriend rental services. Clients easily develop feelings for Remi due to her ability to cater to their preferences and embody the perfect girlfriend persona. Despite her exceptional performance, Remi never displays genuine happiness once her job is done. Adding to the mystery, she is always seen wearing a peculiar bandage around her neck. Remi's next client is Kosuke Yamada, a university student who is deeply infatuated with her.

Yoshitaka Niimi is employed in the editorial division of a prominent publishing firm and is known for his proficiency in his role. He receives an assignment from Chief Editor Ryuhei Kashiwazaki to join the team at the fashion magazine Pipin. Upon starting his first day at Pipin, he is taken aback by the unique atmosphere. The female employees exhibit unconventional behavior, and he is surprised by the striking presence of the fashion models.

After Lu Guo Hao, a criminal, is gravely wounded in a murder plot and lapses into a coma, his associates opt to conceal the attack to avoid additional complications. While seeking a method to obscure the facts, they come across Zou Kai, a regular individual bearing a striking resemblance to Guo Hao, making him an ideal temporary replacement. Zou Kai quickly becomes entangled in the complexities of leading two disparate lives.

Can a woman and a CEO, both concealing their true identities and pretending to be impoverished, discover love together?

Nan Xing, a laid-back university student, had her world turned upside down one morning when she woke up to discover herself in an unfamiliar environment, working as a janitor at a company

Following a difficult divorce, Su Nian decides to enjoy her newfound single status by visiting a bar. It is there that she encounters her ex-husband's uncle, a charming man, and they end up having a brief romantic encounter. Little does Su Nian realize, the man she spent the night with harbors a secret identity. (TopReels app)

Amid swirling rumors, Song Chen Yu, a pampered young man, unexpectedly secures a position as a secretary to his long-standing rival, Fu Jin Chang. When his affluent family faces financial ruin and his father disappears, Chen Yu is compelled to take on the role in order to settle his father's debts. Their partnership, though unlikely, gives rise to gossip about a potential romance, catching the attention of interested sponsors. As they are obliged to maintain the facade of being a couple, they navigate a complex blend of competition, attraction, and critical business negotiations. (BLUPDATE2022 X)

The arranged meeting turned out to be a regrettable decision. She agreed to meet a stranger on behalf of her friend, but the stranger mistakenly believed he was meeting the friend. Following the unexpected encounter, the two hastily tied the knot. (Chinese = Weibo || Translation = Google Translate)

The woman's husband sold her virginity to a stranger, who she later discovered was a billionaire. She was tricked into thinking her baby had died after giving birth, only to find out five years later that her child was alive. To add insult to injury, her husband divorced her for his mistress without knowing that she was actually the heiress to a large fortune. (reelshort.com)

Junior corporate employee Yang Xiao Zhu found herself unexpectedly promoted to the position of executive assistant to Zhu Xiao Yang, the president of a color light manufacturing company who had a strict schedule starting at six in the morning. After a reprimand from Zhu Xiao Yang for a work error, Yang Xiao Zhu stumbled upon a small pig in the restroom. To her surprise, the pig transformed into the president when she woke up the next day. It was revealed that Zhu Xiao Yang turned into a pig every evening, with only a true love's kiss able to break the curse. Moved by Zhu's mother's plea, Yang Xiao Zhu agreed to try and build a romantic relationship with Zhu Xiao Yang, leading to them living together. As they navigated the challenges of the business world together, their bond grew stronger. However, the arrival of Zhu Xiao Yang's former crush from college, Bai Yue Guang, complicated matters. Despite their efforts, the kisses between Zhu and Yang did not seem to have any effect. Was it possible that Zhu Xiao Yang's true love was someone else?

Su Yan's sister arranges for her to marry a stranger, but when she meets him, she mistakes Zhan Yuan for her intended husband. After realizing her mistake, Su Yan tries to escape from the real groom, who is much older than her. Zhan Yuan steps in to help and surprises her by proposing marriage. Despite their lack of familiarity, they agree to marry, each with their own hidden secrets. Zhan Yuan conceals his true identity as a CEO, while Su Yan keeps quiet about a previous intimate relationship that resulted in a pregnancy.

Inspired by the book with the same title, this narrative follows Xu Zi, a lawyer, who enters into marriage with Yu Ji Yan, the CEO of Yu Group, at the behest of her close friend who is gravely ill.

Shen Qing He, a young woman from humble beginnings, was manipulated by Huo Cheng into infiltrating Huo Jing Xuan's inner circle to protect her younger siblings. However, Huo Jing Xuan quickly saw through the deception. They agreed to join forces against Huo Cheng. When Huo Cheng's attempts to retaliate failed, she resorted to threatening Shen Qing He's sister in an effort to force her to turn against Huo Jing Xuan. Ultimately, the two stood together, overcame Huo Cheng, and found love in the process. (98xu.com)

This drama follows the journey of 34-year-old Lee So Young, who possesses a youthful appearance, as she strives to become a fashion designer while facing challenges such as her limited education with only a high school diploma and a poor credit score. Choi Jin Wook, the heir to a well-known Jokbal restaurant that generates millions in revenue each year, chooses to defy his father and move out of his parents' home. He begins working at a different company to pursue his aspirations. Reluctantly, Choi Jin Wook takes on a role in the fashion department. With his charming personality, he manages to navigate his new environment and eventually crosses paths with Lee So Young.

Li Hui Zhen was once beautiful, but as her family's wealth declined over the years, she experienced much hardship and her appearance slowly faded. In contrast, her friend Bai Hao Yu, who used to be average-looking, blossomed into a charming, successful, and well-liked individual. When they reunite later on and Li Hui Zhen sees how their fortunes have reversed, she feels too ashamed to face him and enlists the help of her chic friend and roommate Xia Qiao to pose as her. However, this clever plan becomes complicated when it is revealed that Bai Hao Yu is actually Li Hui Zhen's boss, forcing her to maintain her charade while working for him. Despite not knowing her true identity, Bai Hao Yu finds himself drawn to Li Hui Zhen. Meanwhile, Li Hui Zhen's supervisor Lin Yi Mu also becomes intrigued by his new intern. Will Li Hui Zhen be able to overcome her insecurities stemming from her past beauty and open up to the man she truly loves, or will she continue to live in fear of her former appearance?

Su Fan Xing was deceived by her partner and ended up intoxicated in a pub. She later discovered she was expecting a child with Pei Jing Yue, although she initially believed the father was a different individual. (Chinese = iQiyi || Translation = Google Translate)

After enduring workplace harassment, a betrayal from her partner, and a devastating cancer diagnosis, Jiang Sui Sui believes her life is at its end. She makes a pact with a mysterious benefactor to make the most of her remaining time by seeking happiness and settling old scores. With the help of a generous 100 billion yuan black card from the wealthiest woman in town, Sui Sui returns to her old job determined to reclaim her self-respect. Armed with newfound wealth and determination, she launches a striking comeback that catches everyone's attention, leading to rumors that she may be the long-lost daughter of a tycoon. Unbeknownst to her, the tycoon's real son, Ye Xiao, disguised as an intern, becomes intrigued by the woman he mistakenly believes to be his sister. As they navigate workplace politics and misunderstandings, their initial conflict transforms into a deep connection, leading them towards unexpected emotional healing.

The series follows the tale of Zhen Gao Gui, an upper-class woman who faces financial ruin and ends up working at a public relations firm. While there, she forms a connection with Zhong Yi Ming, the temporary president of a client company. Together, they navigate through challenging times and work together to build a successful business. As their partnership blossoms, they both experience personal growth and deepen their bond. The show combines humor and heartfelt moments, offering a workplace romantic comedy that is both entertaining and heartwarming for viewers.

After coming back from overseas, Nan Zhi Zhi engages in a casual encounter

Li Yang's best friend orchestrated a marriage for her with an elderly man. However, she mistakenly identified the CEO as the elderly man and obtained the marriage certificate at the Civil Affairs Bureau. Unbeknownst to her, Lu Ming concealed his true identity and showered his wife with love and affection.

In hopes of changing her luck, Song Qing Tian decides that the key to success is to strategically reduce her workload at the office. Unbeknownst to her, Gu Jing Shen, the president of the company, is secretly working alongside her. He is investigating the branch office due to a significant project mismanagement that led to delays and financial setbacks, with the goal of identifying and dismissing unproductive employees. Thinking Gu Jing Shen is a new employee, Qing Tian generously shares her "fishing policy," a personal strategy for avoiding work without detection. Gu Jing Shen, not amused by her approach, uses her information to advise the manager on which employees to let go, only to find Qing Tian herself is not on the list. He soon realizes that she is the one in charge of the problematic project he is investigating, causing him to see her in a new light. Upon discovering Gu Jing Shen's true position as a high-ranking executive (masquerading as a special assistant), Qing Tian tries to win his favor. As they interact further, Gu Jing Shen begins to see beyond her initial behavior and appreciates her genuine kindness, determination, and hidden talents.

Zhang Ya Ni, a young woman from a rural area, moves to the city for work. She is deceived by a fellow villager named Zhu Feng Mei into a brief encounter with Huo Qing Li, the head of the Huo family. Due to their limited visibility, Zhu Feng Mei mistakenly assumes Zhang Ya Ni's identity. Zhang Ya Ni is able to secure a job as a guest housekeeper at the Huo Hotel based on her skills. Her honesty and simplicity impress Huo Qing Li, who starts to develop feelings for her as they spend more time together.

Liza Wang is set to return to her role as the feisty mother-in-law leading a fashion design business. Myolie Wu will play a tough police officer who develops a romantic relationship with Liza's son, played by Bosco Wong, a wealthy man hiding his true identity as a pretty boy.

Upon passing away, individuals are believed to either ascend to various tiers of Heaven or undergo reincarnation. By accumulating points, they can progress to higher levels. Siu Yu currently resides on the 2nd level and is determined to reach the 3rd level to reunite with her deceased parents from her childhood. To achieve this, she takes on the role of a Life Manager, responsible for distributing a specific amount of misfortune to her client, Pak Ho. Pak Ho, a gentle and timid individual, faces mistreatment from those around him. Despite her assigned task, Siu Yu develops empathy for Pak Ho and finds herself assisting him instead of carrying out her duty.

The tale of Lin Xin and Xia Li, a couple who have shared a home for an extended period, unfolds as their once vibrant love fades and they begin to clash over their future aspirations. Following a car accident, their dependable and moral friend, Charlie, undergoes a remarkable transformation, emerging as the passionate and candid romantic partner that many aspire to have. Yet, an enigma shrouds her behavior in the aftermath of the crash. What transpired during the accident?

Based on the online comic "Oshaie Sommelier Oshako!" ( ) created by Kappy.

As she bids farewell to her twenties, Go Sa Ri embraces the new chapter of her life as a thirty-year-old. Ready to start fresh and leave behind the complexities of her past decade, Sa Ri finds it challenging to let go completely. After a recent breakup, she had hoped to move on from that chapter of her life. However, when her ex unexpectedly reappears, things become more complicated. Alongside navigating her feelings for her artist friend Pi Jung Won, Sa Ri also finds herself encountering the friendly CEO of her workplace, Ki Sun Jae, whose intentions remain unclear. Adding to the confusion, Sa Ri attracts the attention of the younger Yeon Ha Rim, who doesn't hesitate to express his feelings. Juggling the interest of four different men, Sa Ri is left unsure of how to proceed. With every path seemingly obstructed by a web of emotions, she struggles to find a way forward.

Conceived through a surrogate, Zhuang Fei Yang is the only heiress to the fortune of Formosa Inc, a company owned by her late father and run by CEO Peter, Fei Yang's prominent boyfriend. Following her father's unexpected passing, Fei Yang's life is turned upside down when Peter tries to murder her. Despite surviving the assassination attempt without Peter's knowledge, Fei Yang undergoes extensive plastic surgery that leaves her unrecognizable. Determined to reclaim her true identity and protect Formosa from Peter's grasp, Fei Yang enlists the help of Xiao Feng, her twin sister who was separated from her at birth. Xiao Feng, who is not accustomed to the high society lifestyle, agrees to switch places with Fei Yang in a desperate bid to save Formosa. (Spcnet.tv)

When Xue Hai first came to Hangzhou, he was considered a socially awkward person. His classmate, Bao Zhu, rescued him from bullies and they soon developed romantic feelings for each other. However, a miscommunication led to them losing touch when she returned to Taiwan. Xue Hai believed she had ended their relationship, prompting him to undergo a dramatic transformation from a socially awkward person to a handsome individual in order to seek vengeance. Two versions of the show were released: the original broadcast consisted of 14 episodes lasting 90 minutes each, while the rebroadcast featured 23 episodes lasting 50 minutes each.

The play follows the journey of a group of young individuals as they embark on their careers at a bustling supermarket, progressing through the ranks to eventually become a source of inspiration for their fellow white-collar colleagues in the office.

Su Yan Xi reluctantly agrees to stand in for her twin sister and enters a fake relationship with wealthy businessman Gu Xi Cheng in order to bring happiness to his ailing grandmother, who wishes for him to find love. Su Yan Xi's cheerful and positive demeanor slowly thaws Gu Xi Cheng's cold exterior, exposing his kind and gentle heart. As their love blossoms, the truth of her deception threatens to shatter their happiness. Despite her desire to confess, Su Yan Xi finds herself unable to reveal her true identity.

Gu Cheng Ze, who was adopted into the Gu family, serves as the CEO of Gu Mall Corporation. Mrs. Gu desires for her biological grandson, Gu Jin Yu, to eventually take control of the company. Gu Cheng Ze is responsible for mentoring Gu Jin Yu in developing into a successful businessman. Along the way, he encounters Li Yan Shu, a talented fashion designer who happens to be Gu Jin Yu's former girlfriend. Gu Cheng Ze decides to employ her to inspire Gu Jin Yu, who still carries a torch for Li Yan Shu. The strategy proves effective as Gu Jin Yu decides to join the company and pursue a relationship with her. When Mrs. Gu discovers Gu Jin Yu's feelings for Li Yan Shu, she becomes furious and instructs Gu Cheng Ze to keep them apart. This situation allows Gu Cheng Ze and Li Yan Shu to grow closer to one another.