Asian dramas like
Fated To Love You

Satoh Aya is recognized within her workplace as the 'post-it queen', as she is adorned with sticky notes outlining assignments she needs to finish for her colleagues. Despite being exploited, she remains silent about her situation. This average office employee crosses paths with Ichijo Kei, the youthful heir of a prominent company. Kei is somewhat eager to settle down, as his grandmother, the chairwoman, believes it is time for him to have an heir. Fate intervenes in Kei and Aya's lives, bringing them together in an unexpected turn of events. As a result, things become significantly more complex.

Chen Xin Yi, an average working woman, is known as a 'sticky note' girl because she often finds herself being taken advantage of by her colleagues to run errands and clean up after them. Ji Cun Xi, the sole heir to a prominent family business, is in a long-term relationship with a ballerina. While planning to propose to his girlfriend on a cruise, he gets into a dispute with local businessmen and gets drugged with an aphrodisiac on his way to his cabin. Meanwhile, Chen Xin Yi, feeling unwell on the same cruise with her boyfriend, accidentally enters Ji Cun Xi's cabin after taking cold medicine. The two end up spending the night together, leading to an unexpected pregnancy for Chen Xin Yi. The story unfolds as they navigate the challenges of unexpected parenthood and their uncertain future together.

"Inborn Pair" follows the story of Ke Wei Xiang, a resort president who is searching for his true love. His grandmother had arranged for him to marry the granddaughter of a man who saved her life, and she has been eagerly waiting for this promise to be fulfilled. Wei Xiang is a kind and considerate man who cannot bear to disappoint his grandmother. The female lead, Song Yi Jie, is a legal assistant who is working towards becoming a lawyer. She is a strong advocate for justice and is focused on her career rather than romance. The first episode shows Yi Jie and Wei Xiang meeting in a funny situation, where she pretends to be involved with a man in order to help his wife gather evidence for a divorce. Their encounter is mistaken by both as something else, with Wei Xiang thinking Yi Jie is a homewrecker and Yi Jie believing Wei Xiang is a womanizer.

During a cruise trip to the Bahamas, introverted office worker Chen Jia Xin and charismatic heir Wang Xi Yi engage in a brief romantic encounter, complicated by mistaken identities. Following a pregnancy, Jia Xin is coerced into marrying Xi Yi, who had intended to wed his girlfriend, Shi Anna. A tragic miscommunication leads Jia Xin to relocate to Hungary, where she pursues a career in pottery with the encouragement of her friend Dylan. Fast forward three years, Xi Yi undergoes personal growth and realizes his yearning for a family. Serendipity brings them back together in Hungary, offering a chance for love to reignite.

Gu Xi Xi is a fashion enthusiast who manages an online boutique from her home. She purchases couture wedding dresses from Alex for her customers. At a private event, she meets Yin Si Chen, the shrewd CEO who is there to discuss a business partnership with Alex. A situation arises that leads them to enter a temporary contract marriage for mutual benefit related to Alex. Despite their contrasting personalities, they gradually develop feelings for each other in this arrangement.

The story centers on a charming shopaholic named Louis, the heir to a large business empire, who finds himself homeless due to amnesia. In contrast, Ko Bok Sil, a rural girl leading a life vastly different from the affluent elite, crosses paths with Louis in Seoul. The unlikely love story that develops between the wealthy Louis, who can purchase anything he desires, and the pure-hearted Ko Bok Sil, demonstrates to viewers that the worth of genuine love is immeasurable and cannot be purchased. (MBC)

Han Seung Wan and Jung Se Jin encounter each other at the airport, mistakenly swapping their passports. When they meet again, Seung Wan and Se Jin end up spending the entire day together. As they navigate their romantic entanglements, they find themselves intoxicated and share a one-night affair. After returning to Korea, Se Jin learns she is pregnant and decides to have the baby on her own. A year later, Se Jin's oblivious sister inadvertently reveals the truth to Seung Wan during a birthday celebration for his parents, appearing with his daughter. Consequently, their families compel Seung Wan and Se Jin to marry. The narrative further explores the complicated relationships involving Do Hyun, Se Jin, Chae Young, and Seung Wan. The remainder of the story focuses on the family's journey toward embracing responsibility and learning to love one another.

Jin Da Hua, who considers herself unattractive, fantasizes about becoming as beautiful as Du Liang Yan in hopes that her close friend Lin Guan Jun will develop feelings for her. Unexpectedly, an opportunity arises for her to transform her life.

In need of help for her illness, a mediocre actress battling leukemia forms a connection with a corporate executive. To speed up her bone marrow transplant and resume her acting career, Xia Lin agrees to a clandestine marriage with Ling Yi Zhou, a CEO. Despite facing plots and confusion, the couple eventually discover genuine love. (ChineseDrama.info) Inspired by the online novel "Game of Wealthy: Private Sweethearts" by Chun Fei Yi Du.

At the age of 29, Hyuga Toru is a wealthy individual who initially launched an online platform from his modest living space, which eventually turned into a lucrative venture. Nowadays, he prefers solitude and harbors suspicions regarding others' intentions towards his wealth. Meanwhile, Sawaki Chihiro lands a job working for Toru after a chance encounter at a job fair. As Chihiro gets to know Toru better, she discovers a sense of purity and loneliness within him, leading her to develop romantic feelings towards him.

Dr. Sheng Xia, a woman in a rush to start a family due to a genetic illness, enters a contract marriage with CEO Qiu Yang. Qiu Yang, who has faced two divorces and is currently dealing with work troubles, agrees to the arrangement to save his company. Through this unconventional union, both Sheng Xia and Qiu Yang develop a deeper appreciation for the true meaning of marriage and discover how to love each other genuinely.

Haneda Ayaka, a young woman known for her doll-like beauty, has faced challenges in every job she has taken on. In her current position as a wedding planner at La Blanche, she unintentionally becomes involved in ruining marriages. Just when she expects to be fired, the president of La Blanche, Nitta Togo, suggests a one-year fake marriage to help boost his struggling business.

Eun Soo is a kind-hearted yet naive woman who operates a small resort inn alongside her father. Although she leads a typical life, everything shifts when she encounters a man who has completely forgotten his past. She takes him in, cares for him, and even names him "Baek Chang Ho." As they grow closer, love flourishes, and plans for their wedding begin to take shape. However, on the night of their ceremony, Eun Soo's father passes away. Shortly thereafter, Chang Ho vanishes as well! In an instant, the two individuals she cherishes the most have left her side. Yet, Chang Ho's disappearance is not without cause: his true identity is Kang Hyun Woo, the heir to a vast business empire, and there are sinister forces at work plotting his demise.

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

Due to a mix-up with room cards, Chu Ruo Yun found herself in a contractual marriage with her best friend and boyfriend, Long Hao Tian. Although it was a marriage of convenience, Long Hao Tian was unhappy with the mistreatment Chu Ruo Yun received from her family and boldly declared his intention to protect her. As they grew closer, they fell in love and made a secret vow to each other, deciding to marry happily. However, their peaceful life was disrupted by the return of Chu Ruo Yun's ex-boyfriend and Long Hao Tian's best friend...

Peng Xiao Qian works as a tour guide and sometimes resorts to deceiving people to make ends meet. In order to help her father settle his gambling debts, Xiao Qian agrees to pose as Shao Feng's missing cousin to grant his grandfather's dying wish of reuniting with his granddaughter. As Shao Feng's ex-girlfriend, a pianist, tries to win him back and his friend Xu Kai develops feelings for Xiao Qian, their lives become increasingly complicated. Despite the challenges, Xiao Qian and Shao Feng find themselves growing closer to each other.

This series follows the story of a strong female CEO and a caring doctor who decide to turn their fake relationship into a real love story out of necessity. As they exchange vows, they begin a journey of exploration together. Lu Fang Ning is introduced as the competent manager of Luning Group, a well-known furniture company. Despite her skills, beauty, and wealth, she faces pressure from her family as she nears her thirties, prompting her to seek a husband and start a family. Ling Rui, a handsome and kind-hearted surgeon, catches her eye as a suitable partner. Through manipulation, Lu Fang Ning convinces Ling Rui to marry her. However, she soon realizes her mistakes and works on improving herself, though maintaining the marriage proves to be more challenging than expected.

An executive who dislikes being around large groups of people agrees to a fake marriage with a financially struggling heiress

Would you choose to love someone you could never remember? Gong Ma Sung faced numerous challenges throughout his life, yet he still managed to find joy amidst the struggles

Sakuraba Junko, a teacher at an English language school, has never had a boyfriend by the time she turns 29 and dreams of working in New York. One day, during a funeral service at a temple, she accidentally spills burning incense on a handsome monk while trying to steady herself. Despite thinking they won't meet again, Junko is surprised when she is set up on a matchmaking session with the same monk, Hoshikawa Takane.

The plot centers on He Qiao Yan, the CEO of Heshi Group, and Qin Yi Yue, a child therapist

This story follows the tale of how a woman named Gu An Xin, also known as the "rabbit," takes in a man named Ling Yue, referred to as the "big bad wolf," after encountering him following an accident

Karibe Seiichiro, a brilliant manga artist, struggles with social interactions and prefers to stay indoors due to his unique perspective. One day, he crosses paths with Kuon Aiko, his late brother's ex-girlfriend, and proposes that they become pretend romantic partners. This scenario is based on the manga "Renai Mangaka" by Yamazaki Sayaka.

Gu Ae Jung was formerly the most celebrated member of the girl group, ‘The National Treasure Girls’. After the band disbanded a decade ago, she was largely held responsible for its demise. Although she has a friendly demeanor, her career has faced significant setbacks since then, and she now competes for airtime as a B-list celebrity on variety programs to make a living. On the other hand, Dokko Jin is a leading film star enjoying the peak of his career, with aspirations to penetrate the Hollywood scene and achieve recognition as an international actor. However, his efforts to secure his first break in the global market are hindered by a string of unfortunate meetings with Gu Ae Jung. Despite his initial aversion, Dokko Jin unexpectedly feels his heart race during their interactions. Could this mark the start of what might become his greatest romance?

Choi Se Hoon leads G.Choi, a prominent K-pop entertainment agency known for its roster of high-profile artists. Many consider him to possess the Midas touch, and he shares the belief that he can transform nearly anyone into a star. He enjoys wealth and success, but his demeanor is often perceived as distant, arrogant, and self-important. One day, he encounters a truly unique person, Lee Yi Ryung, a naïve and innocent young woman from a modest and traditional rural background. In almost every aspect, she contrasts sharply with him: she is reserved, unassuming, and humble, lacking his self-importance. He decides to bring her on board as G.Choi's newest star, only to be taken aback when she shows no desire to pursue a career as a K-pop singer. Matters become even more complex when he finds himself developing feelings for her, realizing that winning her affection proves to be far more challenging than achieving K-pop fame!

Eun Ha Won, a high school senior aspiring to become a teacher, faces abuse from her father, stepmother, and stepsister while juggling part-time jobs to cover her university expenses. In the meantime, her three spoiled cousins—Ji Un, a rough-and-tumble type, Hyeon Min, a womanizer, and Seo U, a musician—live together in the luxurious Sky House, where they frequently squabble. When their grandfather demands they attend his fifth wedding, Hyeon Min decides to hire Ha Won as his date to annoy him. However, Ha Won’s fearless demeanor captivates the grandfather, leading him to employ her as a live-in butler at Sky House. This sets off a chain of humorous incidents, romantic entanglements, and dramatic moments.

Sin Ha Ri, a single woman, develops feelings for her male friend, only to be disheartened when she discovers he is already in a relationship. She crosses paths with Jin Yeong Seo, a wealthy heiress, who offers Sin Ha Ri money to go on a blind date in her place. Sin Ha Ri reluctantly agrees, anticipating rejection. To her surprise, her blind date turns out to be Kang Tae Mu, the CEO of her company. Kang Tae Mu, fed up with his grandfather's matchmaking, decides to marry the next woman he encounters to put an end to the meddling. That woman happens to be Sin Ha Ri, posing as Jin Yeong Seo. The following day, Kang Tae Mu contacts her and proposes marriage.

A man who dismisses the concept of love finds himself falling for a woman who has experienced its pain

Choi Sang Eun excels as a partner, choosing to provide her expertise in contract marriages instead of tying the knot herself. Over the past five years, she has been aiding the enigmatic Jung Ji Ho, but as of late, she discovers herself developing romantic sentiments towards him. Simultaneously, she finds herself captivated by a new client, the well-known actor Kang Hae Jin, who frequently enlists her help. Balancing her professional obligations and her blossoming feelings for both men proves to be a challenge for Sang Eun as she struggles to maintain control over her heart.

Their paths crossed for the first time as the lotus flower petals were drifting down, but they had to separate soon after. When they met again years later, Li Zhong Mou seemed to have no memory of Wu Tong, which left her feeling sad. Now, all he desires is custody of their son. Can they mend their fractured relationship after spending seven years together?

President Feng Teng, head of a large corporation, has a younger sister with a rare blood type in need of a transfusion. He approaches a company employee named Xue Shan Shan for a blood donation. Grateful for her help, Feng Teng and his sister decide to show their appreciation by sending Shan Shan nutritious packed lunches to aid in her recovery. As Shan Shan enjoys the meals and displays her cheerful personality, she gradually warms Feng Teng's heart.

Following a diagnosis of a potentially fatal brain tumor, Kang Hye Soo, a desperate single mother, consents to donate a portion of her liver to her boss's mother. In return, she expects to receive a substantial amount of money, which she hopes to leave for her daughter’s future. To successfully navigate the screening process, they must marry legally and persuade the hospital that they are in a long-term relationship. What they naively believed would be a simple transaction between just the two of them quickly escalates in complexity as others become involved, including her 7-year-old daughter. It becomes evident that wealth alone does not guarantee happiness, and that love is what truly enriches life.

Lee Jae In was raised in a wealthy household and enjoyed the finest luxuries life had to offer. As an adult, he was intelligent, attractive, and held a lucrative job—essentially, he appeared to have everything figured out. However, there was one significant flaw: he was insufferably arrogant. Frustrated by his grandson’s arrogance, Jae In’s grandfather devised a plan to instill humility in his prideful heir and perhaps impart a valuable lesson. To inherit his grandfather's fortune, Jae In would need to enter into an engagement contract with Kim Da Hyun, a charming schoolteacher known for her sweet disposition. With no choice but to comply with his grandfather's demands, Jae In and Da Hyun were left to navigate the upcoming months together as best as they could. As complete strangers with little in common and only a contract binding them, their initial interactions were challenging. However, as time passed, transformations occurred, and even the most hardened hearts can learn to soften when given the opportunity.

Affluent plastic surgeon Kong Gi Tae is a content and accomplished bachelor who has no desire to settle down. He feels that his life is meticulously organized, and remaining single is the only path he is willing to pursue. Nevertheless, his family is persistently pressuring him to tie the knot. To alleviate the relentless inquiries from his parents regarding blind dates and potential brides, Ki Tae intentionally introduces JuJang Mi as his girlfriend, fully confident that they will disapprove of her. (WeTV)

Suk Chul Soo and Na Young Hee are a recently married couple with a 14-year age difference. This drama explores the narrative of a couple who welcome a child following a brief encounter. It reflects the contemporary perspective on love and marriage, along with the obligations that come with parenting. Park Byung Ho, initially reckless, abandons his child in pursuit of a more prosperous life, only to later experience regret and discover the meaning of love.

Song Ji Hye, a writer for radio programs, possesses a straightforward perspective that some might view as innocent yet also confident. She aspires to find a soulmate, yet she is concerned about the disparity between her idealized version of love and the actual experience. Caught in a romantic triangle, she navigates her feelings for two different men.

Han Se Kyung is an optimistic young woman who lives by the belief that "hard work will lead me to my goals." She achieves success in several design competitions and ultimately secures a position at a fashion company. However, instead of focusing on design, she finds herself performing menial tasks at her job. Compounding her challenges, the spouse of a high-ranking executive at the company publicly belittles her. This woman happens to be a former classmate of Han Se Kyung's from high school, who was not particularly successful in their academic years. This situation prompts Han Se Kyung to reflect on her journey.

Kim Min Kyu holds the position of the primary stakeholder in a financial firm

Yi Yul, the Crown Prince of Joseon, is a meticulous individual who largely dismisses the nobles within the royal court

Min Ho, an unyielding investment banker, is a jaded and sociopathic character molded by a distressing history marked by his father's demise, which resulted in a hostile acquisition of the family enterprise

Do Min Ik is a smart, detail-oriented individual with a tough exterior, serving as the Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media

Na Young Won, a successful senior editor at Monthly House, leads a simple life in a rented residence

When Ling Se turns eighteen, she dreams of breaking free from her home life. However, her plans are disrupted when she crosses paths with Xu Zi Lu, the wealthiest individual in the region, who challenges her every step of the way. Despite his reputation for being "fearful of women," he convinces her to marry him. Their journey to Beijing to vie for the emperor's prestigious merchant title not only brings them closer but also showcases their exceptional business skills.

A quarter of a century ago, the Haesung Group experienced the loss of their granddaughter, Choi Eun Seok

After developing feelings for brilliant programmer Jiang Yi Cheng, Lu Li decides to attend the same school and study computer programming, inspired by him. Despite excelling academically, Lu Li faces a setback upon graduating when she learns that Jiang Yi Cheng's company does not hire female employees. Determined to work for him, she disguises herself as a man and joins the company. However, she struggles to meet Jiang Yi Cheng's expectations and keep her true identity hidden. Through perseverance, Lu Li eventually negotiates a unique arrangement with Jiang Yi Cheng - they agree to be a "contract couple" for one year. Over time, Jiang Yi Cheng finds himself falling in love with Lu Li.

Guk Hwa is a young woman from the countryside who travels from Yanbian (China) to Korea with the intention of marrying. Upon reaching Seoul, she learns that her fiancé has tragically passed away in a car accident. Rather than going back to China, she opts to remain and build a new life in Korea. With the support of her fiancé's family, especially his nephew, Woo Gyeong, she manages to navigate the challenges of adapting to life in a foreign land.

In this romantic-comedy drama set in an office, a secretary characterized by her submissive and compliant nature encounters a boss who is entirely indifferent to others and shows no regard for their feelings. (KBS World)

A financially strained man and a homeless woman become roommates in a narrative that explores the concept of marriage and the challenges faced by the younger generation today. Nam Se Hui is a single man in his late 30s who has opted to remain unmarried. He possesses a home, yet he carries a significant mortgage debt. On the other hand, Yun Ji Ho is a single woman in her early 30s who does not own property and feels envious of those who do. Due to her financial difficulties, she has decided to stop dating. Yun Ji Ho moves into Nam Se Hui's house, and they become housemates.

A spirited young employee starts working at a public relations agency, where she encounters a reserved and often misjudged leader. Determined to reveal his true nature to the world, Chae Ro Un is driven by a singular purpose: to uncover the real character of her superior, Eun Hwan Ki, and seek her retribution. She holds him responsible for her family's decline. (DramaFever)

After encountering numerous unsuccessful job interviews, Ho Won unexpectedly learns that she has only six months to live. Just when her situation appears bleak, she secures a job opportunity. Determined to seize control of her life, she undergoes a transformation into a bold and confident woman. This series resonates with young individuals grappling with a tough reality and limited prospects. Within the workplace depicted in the show, a cultural divide exists between the outspoken, youthful employees and the older staff who are apprehensive about impending layoffs. Simultaneously, the series highlights the importance of open dialogue and empathy as a way to bridge these gaps. (MBC)