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Fate(只为那一刻与你相见)

2020China
Arrogant Male LeadBetrayalBickering Mains' RelationshipBusinessBusinessman Male LeadEvil Step-ParentEx Comes BackFamily BusinessHeiress LeadMelodramaMysteryPartially Filmed AbroadRomanceSearching For A Parent

Half a decade ago, Xia Ran Ran was considered unattractive and always followed Lin Xiang An around, while Su Mo held a special place in Lin Xiang An's heart. Now, Xia Ran Ran is engaged to Shao Ming Zhe in name only, but Su Mo remains a lingering presence in his heart. Unexpectedly, Xia Ran Ran crosses paths with Lin Xiang An once again, and despite the passing of time, memories of him still haunt her. Can she ever erase him from her heart? Her arrangement with Shao Ming Zhe is a result of a family alliance, and they have always been by each other's side without any true love between them. Will Shao Ming Zhe's kindness and affection become an addiction she cannot break free from? Love is like a captivating yet dangerous poppy. Chen Luo, her father's trusted aide, has tried to get close to her, only to have her push him away repeatedly. But even with a heart of steel, can she resist the love he offers? Who will emerge as the main figure in her life and her companion in this never-ending drama of romance?

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Recommendation: Because of Meeting You similar to Fate
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Because of Meeting You(因为遇见你)

2017China
BusinessEvil Step-ParentFamily BusinessMelodramaRomanceAdopted Female LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipCompetent Male LeadDramaInnocent Female LeadSabotageSearching For A ChildSelfish Parent

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Evil Step-Parent, Family Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Raised in a Wonton shop, Zhang Guo Guo works as a delivery girl and is beloved by her community for her genuine nature. Little do they know, she is the daughter of a renowned embroidery workshop owner and was brought up in the town following an accident. Gifted in embroidery, Guo Guo is thankful for Wang Ai Yu, who raised her, and considers Wang's biological daughter, Zhang YuXin, as her own family. As they pursue their aspirations, Guo Guo and YuXin cross paths with brothers Li Yun Kai and Li Yun Zhe, leading to romantic entanglements.

Recommendation: Love Keeps Going similar to Fate
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Love Keeps Going(美樂加油)

2011Taiwan
BetrayalBusinessMelodramaRomanceBrothers' RelationshipComedyDramaLove Triangle

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: On the Road (2018) similar to Fate
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On the Road (2018)(梦想合伙人)

2018China
BusinessMelodramaRomance

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

A tale follows the journey of three college students as they strive to achieve success in the business world. Guan Xiao Chun, Wei Wen Bin, and Jia Lei are roommates and close companions with different personalities - one is outgoing, one is reserved, and one is straightforward. Despite their diverse traits, all three have been business-oriented since their university days and pursued different paths after graduating. Guan Xiao Chun, feeling dissatisfied with his situation, decides to abandon his dreams and takes a job at an online company. However, the tech industry's unpredictability leads to unexpected challenges, causing his girlfriend Li Wei to marry Wei Wen Bin instead. This event creates a rift between the once-united friends turned rivals. Despite the setbacks, Guan Xiao Chun remains determined to make his ambitions a reality.

Recommendation: South of the Sun similar to Fate
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South of the Sun(태양의 남쪽)

2003South Korea
Ex Comes BackMelodramaRomanceEx-couple Relationship

Like Fate, this drama also features Ex Comes Back, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

The film "South of the Sun" tells the story of Kang Sung Jae, who has been wrongly imprisoned and isolated from society, and Jung Yeun Hee, who may seem content but is actually struggling with loneliness. By chance, they connect through a letter and quickly develop a deep love upon realizing they both experience similar feelings of isolation. However, their relationship is tested when Sung Jae's ex-fiancee, MinJoo, resurfaces and causes tension between them.

Recommendation: Game of Hunting similar to Fate
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Game of Hunting(猎场)

2017China
BetrayalMelodramaMysteryRomanceActionBusiness IndustryEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigationSlow Burn RomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Zheng Qiu Dong is known for his unwavering determination in chasing his dreams. Despite facing setbacks in business, intentional economic obstacles from rivals, and unsuccessful relationships, he manages to rise to the top of the financial industry, symbolically referred to as the "hunting ground". Available in two versions: 52 episodes on DVD or 58 episodes on TV.

Recommendation: Love and Lose Heart Season 2 similar to Fate
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Love and Lose Heart Season 2(蜜恋失心第2季)

2018China
BusinessMysteryRomanceInvestigationPsychological

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Born Rich (2009) similar to Fate
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Born Rich (2009)(富貴門)

2009Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceFamilyLove Triangle

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

In the intricate world of finance, Cheuk Yat Yuen mistakenly believes that con artist Sa Fu Loi is his long-lost half brother, Cheuk Yat Ming. This fortunate error propels the swindler into a prominent position within the banking industry. Yuen's affection for Fu blinds him to the true nature and intentions of the con artist. However, Yuen's life takes a dramatic turn when he is abducted by a group of rioters while overseas, leading to a significant shift in his personality. Despite the efforts of his wife, Ho Tseuk Nin, to comfort him, Yuen struggles to overcome the traumatic ordeal. Seeking solace elsewhere, Yuen rekindles a relationship with his former flame, Tung Ling Chi, devastating Nin upon discovery of the affair. Meanwhile, Fu finds solace in assuming the identity of Cheuk Yat Ming, experiencing a sense of familial warmth and even embarking on a romantic journey with Yuen's younger sister, Cheuk Yat Sum. However, Sum, under the mistaken belief that they are biological siblings, conceals her feelings for Fu and remains committed to her admirer, Ko Tok Man. This revelation deeply wounds Fu, torn between his love for Sum and the inability to disclose his true identity. Ultimately, faced with the choice between love and wealth, Fu opts for the path of fortune, navigating a complex web of money, love, and ethical dilemmas in a gripping tale of deceit and desire.

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to Fate
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFriendshipTime Skip

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 18% 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: Love and Lose Heart similar to Fate
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Love and Lose Heart(蜜恋失心)

2018China
BusinessMysteryRomanceInvestigationPsychologicalYouth

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

This is a tale of the overwhelming President Xiao Xiao navigating their relationship with their nephew Mei Ruo Bin amidst his declining mental health and complicated social interactions, immersing himself in a web of deceit. Xiao Wei is the deputy chief of Yuanhang Media. In the pursuit of his crush, Mei Xin, he willingly takes on the responsibility of looking after his younger brother, Mei Ruo Bin, who came back to town to study while Xiao Wei was away on a business trip. As a high school student at an international college, Mei Ruo Bin clashes with Xiao Wei. This mischievous nephew disrupts his uncle's life like a tiny troublemaker. Xiao Xiao must put in extra effort to care for his nephew in order to please his girlfriend, Mei Xin.

Recommendation: Central Affairs similar to Fate
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Central Affairs(情陷夜中環)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyFriendship

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

"Season" Sum Si Sun's lawyer license is revoked due to an error, leading her to transition to a role as an insurance sales representative at MIG. While working there, she encounters "Queenie" Yu Chi San, her supervisor known for using deceitful tactics to reach her objectives, "Johnny" Hon Ji Kin, a colleague who ignites something within her, and "Charles" Kwan Cheuk Hong, the former boyfriend of her mentor. As Season becomes more involved with MIG, her relationships become more complex, causing her to gradually adopt a cold and manipulative demeanor. The question remains: will she accomplish her ultimate goal?

Recommendation: Central Affairs Season 2 similar to Fate
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Central Affairs Season 2(情陷夜中环 II)

2006Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyFriendship

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Gong So, a pawnshop proprietor in Hong Kong, marries a female employee Dung Ji Su from Guang Zhou, China, in a typical cross-border marriage of the 1980s. However, they do not stay together post-marriage and continue with their separate lives. Meanwhile, Ji Su gives birth to two adorable daughters, Gong Hoi Chiu and Gong Hoi Lan. After several attempts, Ji Su and her daughters finally receive approval to relocate to Hong Kong. Just as they are preparing to make the move, Ji Su is robbed at the train station. Robert Chui Chi Man, the gang member Ji Su encounters at the station, assists her in pursuing the robbers, leaving Hoi Lan under the care of her older sister Hoi Chiu. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Hoi Lan is kidnapped amidst the commotion! Hoi Chiu chooses not to seek assistance, despite being able to prevent the unfortunate incident.

Recommendation: The Scale of Providence similar to Fate
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The Scale of Providence(신의 저울)

2008South Korea
MelodramaMysteryRomanceBrothers' RelationshipInvestigationRevenge

Like Fate, this drama also features Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Jang Joon Ha is a man driven by a desire for revenge. In a single day, he lost the two individuals who mattered most to him. His brother, Young Ha, was falsely accused of a crime he did not commit, and the woman he cherished was killed, with his brother being the main suspect. As an attorney, Joon Ha embarks on a quest to establish that another person was responsible for the crime.

Recommendation: Fairytale similar to Fate
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Fairytale(童话二分之一)

2012China
BusinessHeiress LeadRomanceFamilyIdentical Twin Female LeadImpersonation

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Heiress Lead, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Twins Zhao Ting Yu and Zhao Ting Yuan were separated when they were young. With their grandfather aging and Ting Yuan falling ill, Ting Yu returned to protect the family and manage the family business. In order to save the Zhao family business from the schemes of Jing Qing Yu, the sisters must reconcile and work together. Assisting them are Ting Yuan's fiancé, Du Yu Feng, and Jing Qing Yu's son, Jing Wei. Throughout the challenges they face, Ting Yu and Ting Yuan discover their own strengths and learn the importance of family bonds.

Recommendation: The Queen of Office similar to Fate
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The Queen of Office(직장의 신)

2013South Korea
Arrogant Male LeadBusinessEx Comes BackRomanceComedyContract Employee Female LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx-couple RelationshipFood IndustryOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Fate, this drama also features Arrogant Male Lead, Business, Ex Comes Back, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

This drama revolves around Miss Kim, a prominent contract worker whose charm is so powerful that not even a top-level executive can sway her. She finds herself in conflict with the elite Jang Kyu Jik.

Recommendation: Love to the End similar to Fate
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Love to the End(끝까지 사랑)

2018South Korea
BusinessEx Comes BackMelodramaRomanceCheerful Female LeadConglomerateEx-couple RelationshipFake MarriageFamilyFamily RelationshipFather-Daughter RelationshipIdentity SwapNice Male Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Ex Comes Back, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

During her teenage years, Han Ka Young experienced her father's company going bankrupt, which ultimately led to her parents' divorce. Facing these challenges, she has been responsible for managing household chores and supporting her family since she was young. Despite her hardships, Han Ka Young maintains a cheerful demeanor. Following the bankruptcy, her father launched a cosmetics venture, and she takes her responsibilities at his company very seriously. Throughout this time, Han Ka Young has not had a romantic relationship. However, her life takes a turn when she encounters Yoon Jung Han, the heir to a family-run glass manufacturing business, and she finds herself falling for him.

Recommendation: The Murder in Kairoutei similar to Fate
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The Murder in Kairoutei(回廊亭)

2022China
Family BusinessMelodramaMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationAge GapDramaFire AccidentInvestigationMurderOlder Woman-Younger ManSexual ContentSteamy Kiss

Like Fate, this drama also features Family Business, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Jiang Yuan Xing has dedicated a decade of her career to Hongye Group, gaining the trust and approval of Chairman Gao Guang Yi. Her involvement in the Gao Family's inheritance dispute begins when the Chairman assigns her the task of locating his illegitimate son. Despite Cheng Cheng, a mechanic with little interest in meeting the Chairman, initially resisting her efforts, they eventually develop a romantic relationship. As their love blossoms, they become entangled in the Gao Family's deceitful schemes, culminating in a tragic night at Kairotei Hotel where an arson-related murder takes place. Subsequently, the police launch an investigation into the arson incident and all members of the Gao Family.

Recommendation: Because Love Is So Beautiful similar to Fate
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Because Love Is So Beautiful(因为爱情有多美)

2013China
BetrayalBusinessMelodramaRomanceAdopted Male LeadBetrayed By A Significant OtherBirth SecretDramaExtramarital AffairFamily RelationshipInfidelityRevengeSearching For A SiblingSecret Relationship

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Lin Duo Mei is a young heiress in good health and innocence who is happily wed to her husband Chen Xiao Fei. Her brother, Lin Duo Jun, is also preparing for marriage to Wen Xin. Wen Xin, who has suffered mistreatment from her adoptive family, has endured a life of hardship since being separated from her biological brother. In an attempt to escape her struggles, she manipulates and marries Lin Duo Jun. However, on the wedding day, she is shocked to discover that her new brother-in-law, Chen Xiao Fei, is actually her former love and ex-boyfriend, whom she was forced to part ways with by his mother in order to marry Lin Duo Mei and seek revenge on her father. Their reunion brings back old feelings, leading to an illicit affair. Meanwhile, Lin Duo Mei crosses paths with Ye Nan Di, who falls for her despite her marital status. As Wen Xin and Chen Xiao Fei's actions threaten to destroy Lin Duo Mei's family, Ye Nan Di stands by her side to help restore her family, reclaim her father's business, and bring justice to those who have wronged her.

Recommendation: Torn Between Two Lovers similar to Fate
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Torn Between Two Lovers(半步天涯)

2015China
BusinessEx Comes BackMelodramaRomanceAdvertising Designer Male LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipBusiness RivalryFamilyFamily SecretFast Paced RomanceForced KissHalf-Sibling RivalryHatredLove Square

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Ex Comes Back, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Ren Yi Fan works for a marketing firm. Years ago, his girlfriend Chen Qing left him without a word. Despite not waiting the full three years, Ren Yi Fan meets Ye Lin, who bears a resemblance to Chen Qing. They hit it off and Ren Yi Fan decides to start anew. However, he later discovers that Ye Lin is his company's new boss and Chen Qing's half-sister from a different mother. Chen Qing reenters Ren Yi Fan's life to compete with Ye Lin, with the help of Ye Lin's rival Ji Xu Gang, as part of a revenge plot against their father. In the end, they realize that love triumphs over hate as they navigate through losses and gains.

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Jiu Liu Overlord(九流霸主)

2020China
Bickering Mains' RelationshipBusinessMysteryRomanceCorruptionHidden IdentityHistoricalLove TriangleMerchant Male LeadOrphan Female LeadSassy Female LeadSecondary CoupleSlow Burn RomanceTang Dynasty

Like Fate, this drama also features Bickering Mains' Relationship, Business, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

The events unfold during the decline of the Tang Dynasty. Li Jing Liu is a wealthy businessman, while Long Ao Yi is the head of the Longzhu Sect. A mysterious break-in rocks the city, setting the two powerful figures against each other. Long Ao Yi, the leader of the Lower Jiuliu, represents the lower class made up of performers, tailors, confectioners, matchmakers, thieves, burglars, and courtesans. On the other side is Li Qing Liu, a wealthy silk merchant and the influential leader of the Upper Jiuliu and the upper class. Despite their differences, the two must put aside their biases and shift from adversaries to allies as they navigate the streets of Chengdu, distant lands, and the royal court of the Tang Dynasty. Their journey takes them through battles in both the martial arts world and the business realm as they learn to work together.

Recommendation: Left-Handed Wife similar to Fate
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Left-Handed Wife(왼손잡이 아내)

2019South Korea
BusinessMelodramaMysteryRomanceAmnesiaArtBusiness IndustryFirst LoveIdentity SwapLovers SeparatedOrphan Male LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSurgical Procedure

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Lee Soo Ho and Oh San Ha are profoundly in love. They marry and embark on their honeymoon. However, while on their trip, Soo Ho suffers an accident that results in him losing his memory. Meanwhile, San Ha is unaware of what has happened to her husband and searches for him. A hidden conspiracy unfolds in the background.

Recommendation: Gangnam Scandal similar to Fate
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Gangnam Scandal(강남 스캔들)

2018South Korea
BusinessEx Comes BackMelodramaRomanceBetrayed By A Significant OtherChildhood Friends RelationshipChronic IllnessComedyManipulative ParentSelfish ParentSexual ViolenceStylist Female LeadSwindler Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Ex Comes Back, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Eun So Yoo is employed as a stylist, facing difficulties in earning sufficient funds to cover her mother's surgical expenses. Through a particular incident, she becomes entangled with Choi Seo Joon, who comes from a wealthy chaebol family. Although So Yoo initially feigns affection for him due to his wealth, she eventually finds herself genuinely falling for him. Seo Joon suffers from an incurable illness and prioritizes leisure over work, harboring skepticism about the existence of true love.

Recommendation: Look Up There's Starlight similar to Fate
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Look Up There's Starlight(抬头有星光)

2020China
BusinessFamily BusinessMelodramaRomanceCEO Female LeadCEO Male LeadFashion IndustryHidden IdentityLovers To RivalsPower StruggleSecond Chance RomanceSlight MysterySlow Burn StoryThriller

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Family Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

After a devastating incident alters the course of a young woman's life, she finds herself immersed in the glamorous world of high-end fashion. This modern-day Cinderella, once a hopeless romantic, is now a powerful CEO. Xue Qi Luo believed she had found true love, only to lose everything in a tragic fire on the day her boyfriend, Lu Zhi Yao, got engaged to someone else. Fast forward three years, Xue Qi Luo reemerges as QinShu, the head of a company venturing into China's luxury fashion market. As she competes with the influential Lu Group, Qin Shu unexpectedly crosses paths with her ex-boyfriend Lu Zhi Tao.

Recommendation: Haru: Sogo Shosha no Onna similar to Fate
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Haru: Sogo Shosha no Onna(ハル〜総合商社の女〜)

2019Japan
BusinessEx Comes BackRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyMiniseriesSecret Relationship

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Ex Comes Back, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Kaibara Haru, a single mother, was actively involved in the American business community before being recruited by the CEO of Itsuki Trading, a prominent Japanese general trading company. Upon her return to Japan, she assumed the role of assistant manager in the esteemed Corporate Planning Department, only to discover that her immediate superior was her ex-husband from a decade ago. Haru faces various challenges within the vast departments and affiliate companies of Itsuki Trading, tackling issues ranging from ramen to rockets. Despite the conservative atmosphere fostered by a resistant deputy CEO, she remains determined to find enjoyment in her work and takes unconventional approaches to her tasks.

Recommendation: When It's at Night similar to Fate
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When It's at Night(밤이면 밤마다)

2008South Korea
Bickering Mains' RelationshipMysteryRomanceAge GapAntique Appraiser Male LeadComedyInvestigation

Like Fate, this drama also features Bickering Mains' Relationship, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Cho Hee works with the Cultural Relic Control Team at the Cultural Heritage Administration. Her decision to pursue this career was influenced by her father, who was involved in grave robbing. He promised to stop after completing his final job but has since vanished. Driven by the hope of locating her father, Cho Hee joins the Control Team. While there, she encounters Bum Sang, an expert in ancient art appraisal and restoration. He is not only skilled at his work but also good-looking and modest—at least that’s the impression he gives at first. However, as Cho Hee gets to know him better, the truth becomes more complex. As their paths continue to cross, Cho Hee and Bum Sang engage in playful arguments. Are they truly arguing, or could it be that they are developing feelings for each other? (Viki)

Recommendation: Dangerous Woman (2011) similar to Fate
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Dangerous Woman (2011)(위험한 여자)

2011South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceComedyDramaFamilySoap Opera

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

A theatrical piece centered on the daughter of a businessman who is battling a scheme to seize control of her father's company.

Recommendation: Passionate Love (2013) similar to Fate
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Passionate Love (2013)(열애)

2013South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilySoap OperaStar Crossed Lovers

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Kang Moo Yeol, a third-generation chaebol, appears to have everything one could desire—looks, wealth, and status. However, beneath this facade lies a troubled upbringing marked by family strife and the heartache of losing his former love, Han Yoo Rim. On the other hand, Han Yoo Jung is a hardworking, intelligent, and fiercely independent woman with a rebellious spirit that has helped her cope with the sudden death of her family. As the younger sister of Han Yoo Rim, she becomes entwined with Kang Moo Yeol a decade later. Both Kang Moo Yeol and his half-brother, Hong Soo Hyuk, find themselves captivated by Han Yoo Jung. Yet, Moo Yeol and Yoo Jung's relationship is doomed from the start, as their tragic romance is rooted in a calamity involving their parents. Will they be able to break free from their grim circumstances and find happiness together?

Recommendation: First Love Again (2016) similar to Fate
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First Love Again (2016)(다시, 첫사랑)

2016South Korea
BetrayalEx Comes BackMelodramaRomanceAmnesiaCar AccidentDramaEx-couple RelationshipFamilyFirst LoveFoodLovers To EnemiesRevengeSoap Opera

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Ex Comes Back, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Lee Ha-Jin and Cha Do-Yoon were passionately in love and had intentions of getting married, but due to various obstacles, she ended their relationship in a harsh manner. After eight years, they cross paths once more. Ha Jin has "erased" the memories of her former love and is now passionate about cooking. In contrast, Do Yoon remains stuck in the past, consumed by feelings of revenge and resentment towards her. Adding to the complexity of their situation are Jeong Woo, a decent man with hidden motives, and Min Hee, a malicious woman determined to maintain her position and her mother’s approval, no matter the cost.

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V.I.P(브이아이피)

2019South Korea
BusinessMelodramaMysteryRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipConglomerateExtramarital AffairFather-Daughter RelationshipInfidelityInvestigationMother-Daughter RelationshipMultiple MainsSexual HarassmentSmart Male Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

VIP is a dramatic series that explores the hidden dynamics of relationships in contemporary society. Jung Sun is a highly skilled and accomplished professional serving as a deputy manager at Sung Woon Department Store. As part of the VIP Management Team, her role is to cater to the elite clientele, comprising the top one percent of customers known as VIPs and VVIPs. In addition to her professional success, she enjoys a fulfilling home life with her loving husband, Sung Jun. However, her world is turned upside down when she receives an anonymous text message alleging that her devoted husband is involved with someone from his workplace. Fearful of losing everything she holds dear, she embarks on a frantic investigation of her office and colleagues to uncover the identity of the woman Sung Jun is supposedly seeing. Throughout her quest, shocking secrets about the members of the VIP Management Team come to light. Will Jung Sun uncover the truth behind the mysterious message? (Viu)

Recommendation: High Society similar to Fate
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High Society(상류사회)

2015South Korea
BusinessHeiress LeadMelodramaRomanceAmbitious Male LeadAntihero Male LeadComedyFamily RelationshipMean ParentRich Woman-Poor ManSeaside SettingSecond Chance RomanceSismanceSmart Male Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Heiress Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Jang Yoon Ha is the youngest child in a wealthy chaebol family. Despite her family's immense fortune, she works part-time at a food market. She conceals her identity as an heiress and seeks a partner who appreciates her for who she truly is.

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The Night of the Comet Season 2(慧星来的那一夜 II)

2020China
BusinessEx Comes BackMysteryRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipDeath Of A MotherEccentric Female LeadEx-couple RelationshipFantasyFoodie Female LeadLove Hate RelationshipParallel UniverseSassy Female LeadTime Travel

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Ex Comes Back, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

The arrival of a comet leads to a life-altering journey for two individuals, transporting them to a parallel universe where they discover true love. Lin Sen He, known for his sharp business acumen since childhood, has risen to become a formidable CEO by the age of 30. On the other hand, Bai Xiao Xin is a 20-year-old with a flair for drama. Despite their stark differences, their paths intersect when Bai Xiao Xin lands a role on Lin Sen He's television show. However, a tragic incident unfolds, causing Lin Sen He to rescue Bai Xiao Xin and inadvertently propelling them into a world of ever-changing time and space.

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Nice to Meet You(只为遇见你)

2019China
BusinessFamily BusinessMelodramaRomanceCompetent Male LeadDramaDysfunctional FamilyHalf-Sibling RivalryHardworking Female LeadJewelry Designer Female LeadJewelry IndustryLifeMisunderstandingRevengeWorkplace Politics

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Family Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

A young jewelry designer's aspirations are put in jeopardy by a wicked scheme aimed at her. She crosses paths with the successor of a respected jewelry business, igniting a deep romantic connection. Gao Jie's lifelong goal is to pursue a career in jewelry design, leading her to accept a job at a mining company in South America. It is there that she falls in love with Yu Zhi, the heir to Sheng Feng Jewelry. Upon returning to China, Gao Jie encounters challenges but secures a position at Sheng Feng, a company that has lost its former glory. Yu Zhi is determined to rejuvenate the brand by embracing Western styles. However, Gao Jie rediscovers her love for traditional Chinese jewelry and aims to blend Eastern and Western influences. Their partnership and blossoming love story face obstacles orchestrated by Yu Zhi's stepmother, Mu Zi Yun, who also happens to be Gao Jie's scheming aunt with ambitions of taking control of the company.

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Count Your Lucky Stars(我好喜欢你)

2020China
Bickering Mains' RelationshipBusinessEvil Step-ParentRomanceNovel AdaptationComedyDramaFirst LoveHidden PastLifeLove TriangleLove Hate RelationshipOlder Man-Younger WomanUnlucky Female LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Fate, this drama also features Bickering Mains' Relationship, Business, Evil Step-Parent, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

Lu Xing Cheng, a prominent figure in the fashion industry known for his exceptional taste and remarkable achievements, is also famous for his sharp wit and conceit. On the other hand, Tong Xiao You, an aspiring fashion designer facing constant hardships, is struggling to overcome a series of unfortunate events. Their paths unexpectedly intersect, leading to a reversal of fortunes. Xiao You suddenly finds herself in the spotlight, while Xing Cheng strives to change his luck. As they navigate this unexpected turn of events, they realize that true happiness may be found in a different direction.

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Madam Cutie on Duty(師奶Madam)

2015Hong Kong
Bickering Mains' RelationshipMysteryRomanceComedyDramaInvestigationPlastic SurgerySurgical Procedure

Like Fate, this drama also features Bickering Mains' Relationship, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

Since childhood, Fa Ping had been mocked for her appearance. Following a surgery, she becomes convinced of the transformative power of beauty. Despite joining the police force, she remains fixated on beauty. Assigned to investigate a prostitution case involving a loan-shark operation in a public housing community, Fa Ping and CID officer Law Dai Shu pose as a couple to gather information from the housewives. They encounter the "Housewives Trio" and must adapt to the housewives' lifestyle to crack the case. As Fa Ping starts to adopt some housewife habits, Law Dai Shu gains popularity as the "Sewer King". This causes Fa Ping to feel envious, despite her feelings for a fellow officer. As they work together on the case, Fa Ping and Law Dai Shu's relationship evolves. They eventually suspect the Housewives Trio of foul play. However, the introduction of a mysterious woman adds a new layer of complexity to the case and their relationships.

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That Woman Catches People(그 여자 사람잡네)

2002South Korea
BetrayalMelodramaRomanceBetrayed By A FriendDramaFriendshipLove TriangleSibling Rivalry

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

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

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Hold My Hand (2013)(내 손을 잡아)

2013South Korea
BetrayalMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyInnocent Female LeadSoap OperaWrongfully Accused

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

An ill-directed aspiration results in the loss of everything a woman cherishes. Rather than seeking vengeance, she chooses to forgive and make peace with her adversary. This choice prompts audiences to reevaluate their perceptions of revenge. It suggests that genuine revenge may not involve retribution against those who have harmed you, but instead providing your tormentor an opportunity for remorse, which is the highest form of revenge. (MBC)

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Becoming a Billionaire(부자의 탄생)

2010South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceBirth SecretComedyDramaOlder Woman-Younger ManRich Woman-Poor Man

Like Fate, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

The series centers on Choi Suk Bong, a man convinced that he is the offspring of a wealthy father and the heir to a chaebol conglomerate. He encounters Lee Shin Mi, who is indeed a chaebol heir but displays none of the typical traits associated with that status, living a life marked by thriftiness and frugality. Despite their initial clash, she assists him as he endeavors to achieve his ambition of acquiring riches.

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Three Brothers(수상한 삼형제)

2009South Korea
Businessman Male LeadMelodramaRomanceDivorced Male LeadDramaEnemies To LoversFamilyPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Male Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Businessman Male Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 15% similarity match.

Kim Sun Kyung is a former police officer and a father to three sons: Gun Kang, Hyun Chal, and Yi Sang. His eldest, Gun Kang, has made several poor choices throughout his life, which led to his divorce and financial ruin. He eventually remarries Chung Nan. The middle son, Hyun Chal, is admired by the community and is a source of pride for his father, as he successfully manages several thriving businesses. His wife, Woo Mi, often prioritizes the family's well-being over her own happiness. The youngest son, Yi Sang, follows in his father's career path by becoming a police officer. This often results in conflicts between them. Yi Sang's marriage to Eo Young, the daughter of a former criminal whom Sun Kyung had tracked down and arrested years ago, further complicates their relationship. "Three Brothers" explores the intricate dynamics of their love and conflicts.

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Your Lady(당신의 여자)

2013South Korea
BetrayalMelodramaRomanceAmnesiaCar AccidentDramaFamilyOptimistic Female LeadSoap Opera

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 15% similarity match.

A poignant drama that explores the quest for truth amid schemes, treachery, and deceit, where individuals uncover one another's hidden truths. Eun Soo is an optimistic character who maintains her hope even in the most challenging situations, but after a car accident, she loses her memory and assumes the identity of Yoo Jung, who is married to Jin Goo.

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Pride and Prejudice(오만과 편견)

2014South Korea
Arrogant Male LeadMysteryRomanceInvestigationLawMean Male LeadMultiple MainsProsecutor Female LeadProsecutor Male Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Arrogant Male Lead, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 15% similarity match.

A team of dedicated prosecutors collaborates to hold accountable those who perpetrate corruption. This narrative follows these legal warriors as they utilize the law and their ethical standards to combat wrongdoing and safeguard the vulnerable innocent victims who lack wealth or influence in society. (MBC)

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The Person I Love(사랑하는 사람아)

2007South Korea
BetrayalMelodramaRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipFamilyLove TriangleSisters' RelationshipUnrequited Love

Like Fate, this drama also features Betrayal, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 15% similarity match.

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

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Dandelion Love(幸福蒲公英)

2013Taiwan
BusinessMelodramaRomanceEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyFamily SecretLove TriangleRich Man-Poor WomanYouth

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In this tale spanning from the 1960s to the 1980s, we follow the journey of a young woman from a once wealthy family who finds the courage to strive for success. Despite her delicate appearance, she possesses a strong and fearless tomboyish nature. Unafraid of challenges, she can easily catch and kill a fish. However, her one fear stems from a childhood incident where she almost drowned at the age of 7, leaving her terrified of diving. In contrast, Danson Tang portrays a cold and unemotional hotel heir whose heart appears closed off and whose words are harsh. Yet, he secretly longs for a bold and adventurous girl like her to love.

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Kanojo no Inai Jikan(彼女のいない時間)

2024Japan
MelodramaMysteryRomanceAge GapAge GapCo-producedInvestigationMiniseriesOlder Man-Younger WomanTeenager Female Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 15% similarity match.

Cha Eun Tae was happily married to Mai until a tragic accident separated them. Following his wife's passing, Eun Tae is left in a state of shock that causes him to lose his memory. Feeling numb and disoriented, he decides to go on one final journey before reuniting with his wife. Upon discovering a photo at home, he sets out to uncover the story behind it. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious high school girl who could reveal a different side of Mai that he never knew existed. (Japanese = NagoyaTV.com || Translation = TheBlossomReview.com) Co-production with South Korea.

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Succession (2023)(最佳继承)

2023China
BusinessFamily BusinessHeiress LeadDeath Of A FatherDramaFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesStepmother-Stepdaughter RelationshipWeb Series

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The patriarch of the Su family has passed away, leaving the youngest daughter Su Su grieving deeply. The Su family's relatives expressed sympathy for the young girl who had lost her father so early in life. However, one individual stood out for their unusual lack of emotion - the widow of the deceased and Su Su's stepmother. Could there be a hidden motive behind this apparent indifference, or is there more to this story than meets the eye?

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The Wedding (2009)(嫁衣)

2009China
MelodramaRomance

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The drama depicts the heartfelt tale of a woman left by her husband due to their child's severe illness, alongside the romantic journey involving four men.

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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
Heiress LeadMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationDeathInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMurderSuspenseThriller

Like Fate, this drama also features Heiress Lead, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 14% similarity match.

Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

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Everybody Has Secrets (2013)(每个人都有秘密)

2013China
MelodramaMysteryRomanceDoctor Male LeadInvestigationMusicPianist Female LeadSurgeon Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like Fate, this drama also features Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 14% similarity match.

Yi Xiao Mian, a talented female pianist, had to step back from her career to keep a hidden truth. Bei Yu Tong, a promising young surgeon, comes back to China to uncover the mystery behind his mother's car accident. Sha Ye Qi, a female office worker, is instructed by her father to get close to her boss. Ye Hang Xuan, the fifth wealthiest person in diamonds, has been discreetly searching for the woman who once saved him. Ye Hang Xuan's mother Meng Anna, due to her husband Ye Lu Ming's affair with Yi Xiao Mian's mother, starts pressuring Yi Xiao Mian.

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Mysterious Summer(不可思议的夏天)

2014China
MelodramaMysteryRomanceAnthologyDramaHorrorInvestigationSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Fate, this drama also features Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 14% similarity match.

The depths of strangers' hearts hold mysteries that remain unknown to others. If one could glimpse their perspective, what revelations would unfold? Within the residents of Beijing, there exist worlds of ambition, deceit, yearning, distrust, terror, affection, and animosity. Each of the fifteen individuals inhabiting the city carries what appears to be a distinct tale, yet their lives may be intertwined in ways yet to be discovered.

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Love You Thousands of Silk(愛你 萬縷千絲)

2015China
MelodramaMysteryRomanceArranged MarriageCalm Male LeadFamilyInvestigationLove TriangleNice Male LeadRich Male Lead

Like Fate, this drama also features Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 14% similarity match.

As a result of Tong Zhi Yuan's father being incarcerated and her mother passing away, she found herself in a situation akin to that of Cinderella - pure and vulnerable. Eventually, she ends up marrying a prosperous man from Thailand.

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The Temptation of Lies(谎言的诱惑)

2015China
MelodramaRomance

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The narrative of the anguish caused by deceit and disloyalty experienced by city-dwelling individuals in romantic relationships and marriages.

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The Mysterious World(天机十二宫)

2019China
Bickering Mains' RelationshipMysteryRomanceActionAdventureHistoricalInvestigationMartial ArtsSmart Male LeadWuxia

Like Fate, this drama also features Bickering Mains' Relationship, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 14% similarity match.

In his quest to uncover his true identity, Shen Yao ventures into the Secret Twelve Palaces where he unravels the secrets hidden within while facing off against twelve clandestine groups. Seeking to clear his father's name and that of the Twelve Palaces, Shen Yao covertly probes the Criminal Department for the truth. Along the way, Shen Yao crosses paths with female enforcer Wan Yun Ling, and together they unveil the truth and develop a romantic relationship. Ultimately, Shen Yao and his comrades expose the schemes of Lin Jing Hai. (C-Drama Love)