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Fantastic Girlfriend

A romantic tale unfolds as a woman finds herself drawn to a man grappling with a split personality disorder, leading to a series of challenges in her life. Aizawa Saki, employed at a trading firm, had been involved in a relationship with her superior, Okada, but decided to terminate it. On her way back after breaking things off with Okada, Saki is confronted by a group of adolescents. Fortunately, Takagawa Ryo, a mysterious individual with an intense gaze, comes to her rescue, only to steal some money from her wallet before leaving. The following day, a new colleague named Mizuno Takumi triggers memories of the stranger. Saki is puzzled at the thought of a possible connection between the two men. (NTV)

A love story blossoming between two friends who have known each other since childhood.

This tale follows the lives of four childhood companions - Qing Qing, Ruo Mei, Cai Zhu, and Ma Jun. Ruo Mei harbors affection for Ma Jun, yet her feelings are unreciprocated. Qing Qing and Cai Zhu have been romantically involved for a few years, but encounter difficulties when Cai Zhu's biological mother resurfaces. Disapproving of Qing Qing, she endeavors to sabotage their relationship.

From a lineage of legal professionals, Fong Yi Yan rises to prominence with a renowned mentor in the legal field. Despite excelling as a student, she takes an unexpected turn after her legal training, frequently challenging her mentor in court. Concealing her struggle with multiple personality disorder, Fong Yi Yan navigates between a bold and daring alter ego and a timid and pessimistic one. Lei Dung Kwai uncovers her secret and manipulates her into hiring him as a trainee. Reluctantly agreeing to secure her marriage to Gei Hui Yung, Fong Yi Yan embarks on an unconventional journey. Her unpredictable personality shifts lead to humorous mishaps in court, witnessed only by her mother, Fong Wah Yee Sze, who remains tight-lipped about their troubled past. As Lei Dung Kwai befriends Fong Yi Yan's alter egos, she is determined to rid herself of the disorder to prevent future conflicts.

The dynamic between Qi Qi, a rebellious young woman, and her guardian Lin Huan Zhi is filled with tension. Qi Qi, who is battling depression, seeks solace online where she befriends Bao Bao Lan and You Nuo. Despite their contrasting personalities, the three girls develop a strong bond of trust and appreciation. Additionally, Qi Qi's life is further complicated by the presence of Lin Nan Yi, the lead singer of a band. (CdramaBase) This story is adapted from Rao Xue Man's novel "Golden Castle of Elfin".

Drawing from a traditional narrative, the play narrates the story of a prince who is forsaken at just ten years old due to a prophecy predicting that he would slay his father

Haru once realized his dream but eventually abandoned it. Now living in Nagoya, his hometown, he harbors a deep mistrust of others and lacks a clear sense of purpose. One night, on his way to work, he unexpectedly encounters his childhood friend Mako on the last train of the evening after 15 years apart. Mako used to look up to Haru, prompting him to fabricate a series of small lies to live up to her expectations. As Haru reconnects with Mako, his emotions start to shift, but what will become of this love founded on deceit?

Jo Jae Hee is a man in his 40s known for his stubbornness and remains unmarried. His personality is so difficult that women do not consider him appealing or a suitable choice for marriage. Nevertheless, Jae Hee excels in all his endeavors. His life will intersect with three distinct women. He encounters Jang Moon Jung, a doctor, one day; Jung Yoo Jin, his neighbor, because of a noise issue; and Yoon Ki Ran, a colleague from his workplace.

Ryo, a former professional boxer, transitions into a debt collector for a loan shark. He was raised in an orphanage in Okinawa Prefecture alongside Haru, Natsumi, an aspiring actress, and two others. One of them is now a lawyer who has helped Ryo out of trouble, while the other was fortunate enough to be adopted by a wealthy family. Haru, also adopted, has never ventured beyond the island where she was raised. After her adoptive mother passes away, she decides to travel to Tokyo in search of their old group. Unfamiliar with the ways of the modern city, she narrowly avoids falling victim to the sex industry upon arriving in Tokyo, but Ryo intervenes just in time to rescue her.

Kang Bo Ram is a dedicated public servant employed in Ulsan's tourism sector. She takes on the responsibility of organizing the 'Go Bok Soo' Song Festival and sets out to identify a worthy contestant for the grand prize. Bo Ram reconnects with her childhood friend Kyung Seok, who has returned to intervene in his parents' divorce. Together, they formulate a strategy to assist Kyung Seok's father in participating in the song festival. (K-Plus)

The narrative follows the lives of Liu Su Zhen, Wang Guo Sheng, and Zhou Hong Wei, who were classmates during their middle school years in the early 1980s. Wang Guo Sheng and Zhou Hong Wei share a close friendship, but they both develop feelings for Liu Su Zhen. The plot unfolds with a sequence of events that occur after Liu Su Zhen unintentionally marries Wang Guo Sheng.

This series follows the story of Ping Chang, a con artist who becomes interested in becoming a doctor. During a con, he meets Cao Tang, a medical student. They become friends, and Ping Chang gains entry into Cao Tang's mentor's hospital. They both become acquainted with the mentor's daughter, who exhibits a dual personality - one kind and gentle (Su Wen) and the other harsh and rude (Ling Shu). As the relationships develop, Cao Tang falls in love with Ling Shu, while Ping Chang develops feelings for Su Wen. The daughter's condition worsens, leading to the need for an operation to determine which personality will survive.

A tale of a geeky coder who undergoes a remarkable transformation into a charming individual upon crossing paths with Momo. Their chance meeting leads Max (Qin Fen) to share a living space with Momo (Wang Yiyu). Through her influence, he transitions from a recluse to a more sociable and adventurous individual.

A tale about deceit impacting two close friends in the workplace as they navigate their past and new romantic opportunities. Shu Fei and Lin Fei share a bond similar to that of sisters. During their time in college, Lin Fei caught the attention of their senior Qi Ran, although she did not reciprocate his feelings. Wanting to spare Qi Ran from heartache, Shu Fei pretended to be Lin Fei in their correspondence. After graduation, both friends landed jobs at a television shopping network. Shu Fei's misunderstanding with Director Lan Tian led her to believe he was inappropriate, while she also discovered that Qi Ran was their boss, causing tension as he focused his attention on Lin Fei. Shu Fei chose to concentrate on work and grew closer to Lan Tian. Meanwhile, Lin Fei remained dedicated to her job and seized an opportunity stemming from Shu Fei's lie.

Taking place in 1998, the plot revolves around a circle of friends who unite, experience love, and navigate various facets of life. This drama is yet another creation by Ruby Lin.

Since birth, Wu Pei Pei and Li Yu Xuan have been in constant competition with each other. Raised as neighbors, their parents always compared them. Despite their fathers' rivalry, Pei Pei and Yu Xuan managed to form a secret friendship until a tragic event tore them apart. Now adults, they continue to live side by side but struggle to move past the past incident that drove them apart. With their fathers still pitting them against each other, Pei Pei and Yu Xuan maintain their competitive spirit, pushing each other to new heights. Despite their ongoing rivalry, there is a hidden bond between them that could bring them together. Can they set aside their differences and let love prevail, or will their rivalry keep them apart forever?

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."

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

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

Jiang Mei Shan and Tian Chuan have been close friends since they were in third grade cram school. Despite facing many obstacles that prevented them from confessing their feelings, they managed to maintain a strong bond for five years. Eventually, they took a bold step to confess their love for each other, transitioning from friends to lovers. As a new couple, they encountered typical challenges faced by young pairs, such as dealing with jealousy, past relationships, and unwanted attention.

A tale of renewal and transformation chronicles the journey of a humble family. Following a 14-year stint in prison, Jian Leng embarks on a quest to reconstruct his life and unexpectedly finds solace in a woman who runs an art gallery, carrying emotional scars from her past marriage. Leng Jian's wife was tragically assaulted 14 years earlier, leading him to retaliate against the perpetrator, leaving the man paralyzed for life. As a consequence, Leng Jian receives an 18-year prison sentence for his actions. Upon his early release after serving 14 years, Leng Jian is disheartened to find that neither his estranged younger sister Leng Shan nor his son Leng Tianyou, whom he has never met, are there to greet him. Leng Shan's close friend Yuan Shan is the proprietor of an art gallery and is in a respectful yet passionless marriage with her wealthy husband Cai Yonghao. Their relationship deteriorates due to the interference of a third party. In aiding Yuan Shan in finding love once more, Leng Jian discovers himself developing feelings for her, and the two wounded souls embark on a journey of healing through each other's companionship.

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

Tang Yu Feng and Cheng Zi Yue are two individuals who are brought together by a bone marrow transplant. Yu Feng is grateful for the second chance he has been given and appreciates the generosity of his donor, Zi Yue. Meanwhile, Zi Yue is facing challenges of her own as her husband, Zhao Si Wen, not only abandons her for another woman but also steals money from her family, leading to their bankruptcy. Additionally, Zi Yue's daughter becomes estranged from the family. Witnessing Zi Yue's struggles, Yu Feng feels compelled to offer his assistance to the person who once saved his life.

Wu Yu Chao, a university graduate working in an office, decided to move into a shared house in Tiantongyuan to be closer to his crush, Lu XiaoYan, from college. In this new living arrangement, he encountered a diverse group of young individuals, each with their own unique stories. One of them is Liu Yi Dong, a 20-year-old rebellious high school graduate whose mother, Sister Lan, and stepfather moved in with her after their divorce. Another resident is ZhangJian, a 26-year-old real estate agent who struggles with the fast-paced life in Beijing due to his poor performance. Qin Yun Juan, 23, works as a KTV waiter and dreams of bringing her daughter from her hometown to live with her. Tang Xiao Rou, 27, is an aspiring internet celebrity who hopes to make a living through live streaming. Despite their differences, these six individuals bond over a shared experience of standing up against a difficult landlord situation. Through this common struggle, they develop trust, friendship, and work together towards achieving their desired lives and dreams. The shared house becomes a microcosm of urban youth, where emotions run high, decisions are made, and life goes on for those who choose to stay.

A heart transplant connects the lives of Xia Yuan Xing, a talented musician from Chongqing, with Luo Jia Heng, a wealthy man from Singapore. After receiving Xia Yuan Xing's heart, Luo Jia Heng found himself drawn back to Chongqing, where he encountered Xia Yuan Xing's old friends: Yu Xiao Xiao, Dai Ying Xi, and Cheng Feng Ming. The four of them embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, and tears.

Chi Mo, a wealthy CEO, initially portrayed the typical annoying CEO persona. However, his encounter with Hao Chong Min triggered a transformation in his mindset. This led to the emergence of his alter ego, Song Xiao Xiao, who is characterized by a fun, outgoing, and loving personality. Not only does Song Xiao Xiao retain some memories of a past car accident, but he also develops feelings for Hao Chong Min. Conflict arises when Song Xiao Xiao and Hao Chong Min enter into a relationship. The issue lies in the fact that Chi Mo is the original host of the body and retains greater control over it. Chi Mo struggles with the presence of two distinct personalities and the lack of recollection of Song Xiao Xiao's actions and thoughts. Furthermore, the mystery of identifying the perpetrator behind the car accident and their motives adds to the complications.

A culinary competition program that travels between Singapore and Hong Kong features a group of contestants vying to win their own restaurant. The show also explores a romantic entanglement involving Gai Zai, Mandy, Ling Mong, and Oh Sieu.

A young woman who has had an easy life experiences a romantic setback that motivates her to start a new career at a law firm, a field she is unfamiliar with. This romantic comedy follows her journey as she navigates love and work, discovering the true value of a person as she strives to become a capable and respected woman. Reika Nanjo, with her radiant beauty, has always believed that physical appearance is a woman's most important asset. After her engagement to Shinichiro Natsume is unexpectedly called off, she rushes back to Japan to confront him. Unable to meet with him at his law office without an appointment, she disguises herself as a job applicant and lands a position at the firm. Her supervisor, Kosuke Nabeshima, is a unique and unconventional lawyer who stands out from the elite crowd.

Tanaka Chiharu works as a temporary staff member at a travel agency and is currently 34 years old. She hasn't been in a relationship for more than five years and is feeling anxious about not being able to find a partner, especially as her friends of similar age are all getting married. On the other hand, Kirishima Haruko, a successful landscape architect, is 44 years old and has been involved in a long-term affair with her boss. Due to this, she has taken a more long-term approach to romance and has resigned herself to not getting married. Despite their age and personality differences, Chiharu and Haruko meet for the first time at Chiharu's sister's wedding and immediately hit it off. They decide to live together at Haruko's place, leading to a delightful and sometimes turbulent interaction between them. While they often argue, they also provide each other with much-needed support. Kudo Junpei, a 32-year-old part-time employee at a flower shop, is a kind-hearted and sensitive individual who is hesitant when it comes to love. He lacks the confidence to marry and take care of someone else, let alone a whole family.

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

The narrative revolves around the intertwining tales of love and friendship experienced by four young individuals, set against a backdrop of both reality and romance. Kim Yoon Seo finds herself torn between her ideal partner, Ji Won, and her long-time friend, Kang Hyuk, who has been in her life for a decade. However, Min Yong is already committed to Chae Yi Yun.

The quartet forms a bond in a club bar, leading to the evolution of their relationship. While they don’t view one another as friends, there is a mutual desire for love. Some among them are committed and eager to pursue a genuine relationship, while others seek enjoyment and lightheartedness. This romantic drama revolves around friends exploring a casual relationship that turns into a complex emotional entanglement. How will their dynamics unfold? Will they stay as friends or transition into lovers?

Da Hui, a 19-year-old, grew up in challenging circumstances alongside his older brother Da En, who is 20 years old but has the intellectual capacity of a 10-year-old. After losing their parents, they have relied on their grandmother for support. Da Hui had a simple love with his childhood friend Lu Wei Wei, but their relationship ended due to fate, leaving them with regrets.

Sen, a Malaysian native, migrated to Taiwan for educational purposes where he crossed paths with Xin Yan. Their romance took an unexpected turn when Xin Yan decided to pursue studies overseas. Years later, the duo reunites on a familiar street, their appearances altered by time but their emotions unchanged. The narrative revolves around the events unfolding on Fujin Street involving the couple and their circle of friends, reflecting relatable experiences encountered by many.

The show is characterized by its upbeat portrayal of the lives of its female protagonists, along with their relatives and companions.

Chinese Partner follows the story of three close male friends as they navigate the transition from inexperienced university students in the 1990s to prominent figures in the field of IT. As they strive towards their shared ambitions, their loyalty to each other and their aspirations is put to the test.

The primary characters consist of two close male companions, Jerry and Hui Lok, along with their female acquaintance, Cherie. The narrative focuses on their interactions with others, such as Jenny and Kei Kei, as well as among themselves.

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

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

MPD-Psycho Story 1 Detective Kobayashi eliminated the personality of Kazuhiko Amamiya by killing Nishizono. The return of Isono and Flower Murder Case disrupts Kobayashi's normal life. Why did Nishizono's personality reemerge once more? MPD Psycho Story 2 Amamiya goes after Nishizono, who is believed to have abducted his wife, Chizuko. Concurrently, a series of murders involving cutting unborn infants from the womb occurs. Amamiya's partner was killed in a similar manner. He suspects Tomoyo Tanabe of being the serial killer. MPD Psycho Story 3 Amidst gun violence among high school students, Amamiya notices a rapid increase in children with bar codes. He infiltrates an experimental school as a substitute teacher and encounters a lady counselor, Akira Moriizumi, who brainwashes the students involved in the P-net Plan. MPD Psycho Story 4 Hisashi Shimazu, who poses as a banker in the Bingo game using numbered body parts from mutilation murders, is driven to psychopathy by the red bar code that reveals his hidden desires. In an attempt to transform himself into something unique and escape the enclosed city, he faces his true self. MPD Psycho Story 5 Bar code owners, who serve as a gateway for the metastasized personality of Nishizono, spontaneously combust due to Dissociative Identity Disorder. When the hospital where his wife, Chizuko, is located goes up in flames, what does Kazuhiko Amamiya witness? MPD Psycho Story 6 The true culprit eludes Amamiya, prompting him to leave his superior Sasayama to pursue the real suspect. The government's hidden operations render everything meaningless. Sasayama reveals the location where the final case will be concluded.

Ji U, a pampered young man, returns home upon learning of his grandfather's passing, who was a wealthy entrepreneur. Hoping for a sizable inheritance, Ji U is disappointed to discover he has inherited an old building filled with books instead. With his expertise limited to enjoying himself, Ji U devises a plan to transform the building into a daytime bar exclusively serving drinks. He enlists the help of Jung Hui, a young woman who becomes entangled in various escapades with him. Jung Hui had aspirations of attending a culinary school in France, but after falling victim to a scam and enduring a series of unexpected events with Ji U, she reluctantly agrees to participate in his unconventional venture, "Siesta," in order to replenish her savings.

Is it possible for two childhood friends to be compelled into marriage if they are unable to find other appropriate partners? Pei Zheng Xi and Mo Cheng Zhen have been lifelong friends, with their mothers also sharing a close bond. Despite their mothers' hopes for them to wed, Zheng Xi and Cheng Zhen only see each other as friends, lacking any romantic connection. However, their mothers have decided that if they fail to secure suitable spouses by their 32nd birthdays, Zheng Xi and Cheng Zhen will be wedded to each other. With just one day left, who will Zheng Xi and Cheng Zhen end up marrying?

Seven siblings, orphaned and bound by a bond stronger than that of biological relatives, are juxtaposed with a family related by blood that is fracturing due to its own avarice, prompting a reflection on the true essence of family and happiness. The narrative primarily follows Jang Ha Bin/Kim Baek Won, a girl who becomes a police officer, and Do Young, a boy who pursues a career as a prosecutor. He finds himself falling in love with her once more after she previously shattered his heart. (MBC, DramaWiki)

Childhood friends Li Tao and Zhang Sheng form a strong bond through tennis, supporting each other against their families' disapproval. Zhang Sheng backs Li Tao's tennis ambitions, while Li Tao encourages her when she faces a career-threatening injury. Overcoming obstacles, they fall in love. Wei Chang, Zhang Sheng's loyal protector, and Fu Meng Meng, who harbors feelings for him, also pursue their dreams and love fearlessly. Despite facing challenges, these youngsters mature with determination and courage. ~

Did she take on more than she can handle? Bai Xin Xin (Elvira Cai) is a new medical intern who meets Shen Yi Zhen (Zhang Yi Shan), a man from a wealthy background. Xin Xin gets involved as Yi Zhen's personal doctor without realizing the challenges ahead. As Yi Zhen's seven unique personalities surface, revealing dark family secrets, Xin Xin faces the task of helping him heal from his troubled past.

This year's drama resonated with Chinese audiences, focusing on themes such as housing prices, love, and marriage. The storyline revolved around a group of young individuals striving to achieve their dreams despite facing harsh realities. Ma Xiaodong, born in the 1980s, faced challenges after getting married and securing a bank loan to buy a house without informing his girlfriend, leading to a series of unfortunate events. Meanwhile, Liang Meili, a white-collar worker, struggled to sell an apartment to support her family amid financial difficulties. Through ups and downs, the characters navigated through work-related issues, personal differences, and parental expectations, all while seeking love, stability, and a place to call home. Ultimately, their perseverance and mutual support helped them overcome obstacles and find happiness in creating a warm and loving home.

The plot centers around three women in their forties: Ye Hong, a cashier at a supermarket, Du Xiao Ling, a lawyer, and Song Qing, who has recently returned from living abroad. Ye Hong, after divorcing her gambling-addicted ex-husband, moves into a room in a house owned by He Jing, a taxi driver who is also divorced. The situation becomes complicated when He Jing's ex-wife and Ye Hong's ex-husband both move in at the same time, leading to awkward interactions among the four residents. This drama addresses the prevalent issue of single middle-aged individuals, showcasing the perspectives of urban dwellers on marriage and relationships. It follows the journey of these women as they navigate their lives, pursue happiness, and demonstrate strength and resilience.