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Fuufu 2004

Turmoil engulfs a prosperous hotelier family when an heir becomes enamored with the niece of a competitor, while the estranged son of the family patriarch returns to assert his position.

A tale of a mother who devotes herself to her family and her passion for food is depicted in the journey of Shen Anan. When faced with challenges in her marriage, she decides to reenter the workforce. By dedicating herself to learning and development, she enhances her career skills and discovers her true value. (Chinesedrama.info)

Fan Chen and Chen Xiao Wen are experiencing their second period of relationship challenges. Fan Chen, who works as the Director of the Editorial Department at a book publishing company, is known for his outgoing personality and great sense of humor. He often brings laughter to his colleagues at work. On the other hand, his wife Chen Xiao Wen, who is the Chief Physician in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, is known for being extremely rational and strict in all aspects of her life. Despite Fan Chen's efforts to create a warm and romantic atmosphere for them, Xiao Wen remains indifferent and critical of his attempts to revive their marriage. She even starts to suspect that he may be having an affair. Fan Xiao Guang, Fan Chen's younger brother, is a generous but idle individual. He often lends money borrowed from Fan Chen to help others in need. On one occasion, Fan Chen lends money to Xiao Guang so that he can purchase a new apartment and get married. However, Xiao Guang ends up selling the apartment at a low price to help a friend whose father is ill. This decision leads to a crisis in Fan Chen and Xiao Wen's marriage.

In their marriage, Li Hai and Wu Ting have a strong bond. While Wu Ting looks after their daughter, Yingzi, in Canada for her schooling, Li Hai focuses on his career in China. However, Li Hai develops feelings for Zhao Xiaofei, a journalist. When Wu Ting discovers the affair, she quickly returns to China to try to salvage their relationship. Now, Li Hai is faced with a decision between these two women.

The tale follows a family of five as they come to understand the true essence of family amidst a string of disputes. When Father Zheng unexpectedly falls ill and later wakes from a coma, he takes the opportunity to reflect on his actions and mend old wounds. In doing so, he aids his four children - a dedicated surgeon, a manager of a housekeeping company, an owner of an auto repair shop, and a spoiled youngest daughter - in discovering themselves, appreciating life, and embracing their true selves.

Based on the manga titled The Most Gentle Melody by Mari Ozawa.

In 2006, National Theatre commemorated its 50th anniversary. As of January 2007, the theatre kicked off its 51st year with a new drama called Asakusa Fukumaru Inn. This series features self-contained episodes set in a traditional inn located in Asakusa. The character of Fukumaru Daikichi, the inn's owner, is portrayed by Nishida Toshiyuki. With over six decades of operation, Fukumaru Inn is currently under the management of its third owner, Daikichi. Referred to as "nosy Dai-san" by the locals in Asakusa, Daikichi has a habit of meddling in other people's affairs, often leading to unintended consequences. Despite facing challenges due to changing societal norms, Daikichi struggles to resist his nosy tendencies. Each episode showcases different guest actors and actresses who play significant roles either as visitors to the inn or individuals encountered by Daikichi in the neighborhood. The interactions between Daikichi and the guest performers promise to evoke a range of emotions, from tears to laughter, in every episode. (TBS)

Aiko, a dedicated homemaker, discovers her husband's infidelity. Despite initial shock, she resolves to make a fresh start by finding a job and relocating to Tokyo. Mika, a new acquaintance who becomes Aiko's flatmate, assists her in settling into the new city. However, Aiko soon realizes that Mika is actually her husband's mistress. Upon learning this, Mika decides to end the affair with Aiko's husband and support Aiko in rebuilding her life.

Chun Mei is experiencing a challenging period in her life, grappling with the stresses of getting older and facing the realities of her situation. Despite outward appearances of success, with her son excelling in school, her husband Wei Qiang thriving as a professor, and a potential promotion on the horizon, Chun Mei is struggling internally. Things take a turn for the worse when Wei Qiang disappears suddenly, leading Chun Mei to suspect him of being unfaithful. Upon his return, he shocks her by requesting a divorce.

Mayumi Sato is a homemaker who has been married to Hideaki, a salesperson at a real estate company, for over a decade. Their daughter has been accepted into a middle school, but the family is struggling to afford the tuition fees. To help cover the costs, Mayumi decides to reenter the workforce. Meanwhile, Hideaki seems indifferent to their financial situation and is unhelpful with household chores, causing tension between them. One day, Ayako Nasuda and her husband Taro, who is a teacher at the middle school, visit a show home built by the housing company where Hideaki is employed. Hideaki finds himself drawn to Ayako.

The plot revolves around the emotional and challenging journey of Xie Yu Jin, a widow, and her children during the 1990s. The eldest son, Bai Er Hei, is known for his honesty and integrity, and is married to the determined Chen Xiao Na. Bai Jie, the second son, is a former convict with aspirations for a better future, while the only daughter, Bai Yu, is a kindergarten teacher known for her candid nature.

Explores the narrative of the global economic downturn and challenges of local economic reorganization from the perspective of two business clans.

The Luo household, a mixed family residing on Good Fortune Lane, is made up of a widowed father raising twins, a divorced mother with a daughter, and their young daughter from their union

Xu Jia Fu's father dedicated himself to managing a paper mill, which brought prosperity to the rural area where it was located. However, this success came at the cost of his family being separated due to his constant absence. As an adult, Xu Jia Fu made the difficult decision to dismantle his father's paper mill in order to reunite his parents and bring the whole family back to their hometown. Upon becoming the secretary of Xujia Datang Village, he was committed to guiding the villagers in embarking on a path towards rural revitalization. Despite facing challenges such as a fraudulent agricultural tourism project and an outbreak of disease in the pig farm, Xu Jia Fu found renewed determination and confidence with the support and encouragement of secretary Zheng Ben Kun.

In the upcoming series, "Love" will be a central theme that deeply impacts the emotions of the Imai family and their close companions

In Pak Siu Yau's perspective, her three daughters are as precious as jewels. She strongly believes that a woman's ultimate fortune lies in marrying a man of wealth. To secure a prosperous future for her daughters, she has been grooming them from a young age, hoping they will wed into affluent families as they grow older. Yau's eldest daughter, Hong Nga Yin, initially disagrees with her mother's values. However, upon seeing that Yin's suitor is Ko Cheung Sing, a wealthy man, she allows Yin to pursue her choice. Yau's second daughter, Hong Nga Tung, is a hopeless romantic but struggles in her love life. To make amends, Yau aims to pair her with Ho Chit Nam, the son of Hong Kong's renowned business magnate, Ho Fung. The youngest sister, Hong Nga Sz, understands Yau's worries. Having overcome a divorce, Sz now sets her sights on Fung. Yau's persistence pays off, as her daughters all marry affluent men. Despite this, money fails to bring them joy, and the sisters slowly succumb to vanity.

Man Koon Brewery, an ancient soy sauce producer located in Foshan, has been run by patriarch Man Kai Shan and his wife Tsik Tak Yung with the motto of "Maintaining family tradition." Following a soy sauce contamination incident, two women, Ha Siu Moon and Ip Sai Yiu, were reluctantly brought into the business. Along with their son, Man Cheuk Fung, they all became apprentices at the brewery. Junior master Wah Ko also became involved, creating an intriguing dynamic among the four. As secrets about the Man family are uncovered and Cheuk Fung is suddenly taken away, tensions rise. Meanwhile, Kai Shan's younger brothers - Kai Shek, Kai Tsun, and Kai Kong - are eyeing a share of the family fortune, while outsider General Ko Shiu Wing is also scheming to benefit. The 100-year-old Man Koon Brewery faces an uncertain future as it navigates through this challenging period.

No matter how hard you try, you cannot avoid what is meant to be. Chen Yi Jun was raised in a family involved in politics, but she despised the field and was determined to pursue her love for music. However, after finishing college, she finds herself unexpectedly caught up in a political battle. She crosses paths with Jiang Ye Qing, a rising star in politics who embraced his family's political background. With the support of Huang Yao Yuan, an activist for student rights, and Sha Bing Na, a news anchor, will Yi Jun be able to navigate her accidental political journey?

Five brothers and sisters who were separated in their youth due to tragic circumstances, make an attempt to come together again after many years

After a long absence, Kao Jia Yue, who had been defeated, returns home unexpectedly. His sudden arrival creates discomfort among many, who wish for his swift departure. The one person who welcomes him back is his nephew Cheng Yu, who sees something unique in Jia Yue compared to other adults. Jia Yue comes to the realization that everyone, himself included, is facing numerous struggles in life. His parents' marriage is unhappy, his second brother feels out of place at home, and his third brother is uncertain about his future. Despite these challenges, they persevere and continue moving forward. Observing their resilience, Jia Yue begins to contemplate his own future. He decides it is time to put his suicide plan into action.

The narrative revolves around two married couples facing potential collapse as both the husbands and wives develop feelings for others. Na Eun Jin is a diligent, optimistic, and cheerful individual who experiences disappointment due to her unfaithful husband, prompting her to discover a new facet of herself. On the other hand, Yoo Jae Hak is a prosperous CEO, a respected father of two sons, and a husband to his loyal wife. He believed he was content in his life until he finds himself drawn to Eun Jin, leading him to introspect about his existence and the struggle between his family obligations and his emotions for Eun Jin.

The play portrays the joyful lives of a cluster of youngsters led by Ma Xiao Tiao, sharing amusing anecdotes involving their parents, teachers, and peers. It mirrors the everyday experiences of modern children with a focus on psychological authenticity, promoting the natural essence of childhood, nurturing innocence and curiosity, examining the disconnect between the adult and child realms, and encouraging empathy and dialogue to cultivate a wholesome, balanced, and idealized childhood.

This tale revolves around the ordinary lives of individuals, exploring the complexities faced by two generations. It delves into their experiences of happiness, sorrow, love, and animosity, as well as common psychological challenges. Wei Na, a psychological counselor, could have enjoyed a harmonious marriage with her tennis coach husband Situ Xia like other newlyweds, but a sudden tragedy alters their lives. In addition to managing her disabled husband's mood swings, Wei Na must navigate the overbearing presence of her mother-in-law, Feng Qiu Xia. Meanwhile, full-time homemaker Fang Xiao Yu grapples with self-doubt, fearing that her esteemed lawyer husband Shao Yong Kang is being unfaithful. Simultaneously, Shao faces scrutiny for accepting a bribe from a client, leading to intense pressure to potentially lose his lawyer's license. To shield his wife from stress, he keeps this information to himself, exacerbating her anxiety.

An Wen, a young woman, marries the father of Liu Dao and assumes the role of his stepmother. Following the death of Liu Dao's father, An Wen makes every effort to look after Liu Dao. (DramaWiki)

In late 1958, Li Zhi Hao, the director of the mountain region post office, passed away unexpectedly while on duty

The play narrates a complex emotional tale involving a father and his son

Zhang San is a kind-hearted individual who runs a vintage store in a small town. Despite not making much profit from his business, he is content with his life. However, his world is turned upside down when his wife, Gu Xiao Hua, unexpectedly asks for a divorce and plans to move abroad with their son. In order to retain custody of his son, Zhang must have a sum of 500,000 in his bank account, with the stipulation that he cannot borrow the money. His only chance to raise the funds is by participating in a business competition sponsored by a jewelry company.

Narrates the experiences of the generation born after the 1990s, dealing with the challenges in their education and relationships with both teachers and parents

Centers on the dishonesty found in love and marriage, illustrating the anguish experienced by city-dwelling individuals when faced with deceit and betrayal in their romantic relationships

Describes the relationships and marriages of three youthful couples

The narrative revolves around three close companions, Jiang Bo, Chu Han Min, and He Hua, who were raised in a quaint village located to the south of the Yangtze River

Lou Zhi Jun, a skilled chef known for his roast duck, has taken on the role of a father to three children he adopted over the past 16 years. Despite facing many challenges and making personal sacrifices, he has raised these children – 17-year-old Xiao Yu, 13-year-old Xiao Xin, and 6-year-old Xiao Wan – with love and care. Despite not being biologically related, the children share a strong bond and care deeply for each other. However, tragedy strikes when Lou Zhi Jun is diagnosed with an untreatable hereditary neurological condition that will eventually result in the loss of his bodily functions. Concerned for his children's future, he decides to help them locate their biological parents before his health deteriorates further.

Narrates the tale of Sun Ji Wen and his three sisters-in-law who had a miscommunication leading to conflict, but eventually reconciled and earned back each other's admiration

Zhu Bo Yong holds the position of chairman at Lisa Garment Company. Despite his responsibilities, he remains devoted to caring for his unwell wife Yang Jing and his son Zhu Bao who has special needs. Rong Hua, a migrant worker, relocated her elderly relatives to a small town near the provincial capital in search of better opportunities. Zhu Bo Yong offered Rong Hua a job as a nanny, and her compassionate nature quickly earned the trust and reliance of Yang Jing and Zhu Bao. Yin Li, another migrant worker, joined Lisa Enterprises as a temporary employee and played a crucial role in resolving various issues. Chen Quan, a man who had faced setbacks in his business, found solace after receiving assistance from Rong Hua and developed feelings for her out of gratitude. His desire to marry Rong Hua left her feeling conflicted.

The narrative follows the journey of young individuals striving to overcome challenges in life. In the rural village of Jiang Men, two brothers, Liu Hua Sheng and Liu Hua Jie, make different decisions. The elder brother travels to Macau to visit his uncle, while the younger brother opts to pursue a college education. Both brothers were accepted into college, prompting their mother to work hard to gather funds for their tuition. A man known as Uncle Li unexpectedly appears from Macau, informing their mother that her younger brother is ill with cancer and wishes to reunite with his family before passing away. He also mentions an inheritance that he wishes to leave to his family. After deliberating with his mother, Hua Sheng decides to visit his uncle in Macau, while Hua Jie continues with his studies. Upon reaching Macau, Hua Sheng learns that his uncle has already passed away, leaving behind substantial debts for him to manage. With no other options, Hua Sheng remains in Macau and starts afresh to build a new life for himself.