I Have a Lover - Asian drama recommendation
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I Have a Lover(애인 있어요)

2015South Korea
AmnesiaBirth SecretDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapInfidelityLawyer Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaTime SkipTwin Exchange

An accidental car swap results in a life-changing turn for twins who were parted three decades earlier

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I Have A Lover

Recommendation: Warm Love similar to I Have a Lover
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Warm Love(暖爱)

2017China
AmnesiaDramaIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapRomanceTwin Exchange

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Identical Twin Female Lead, Identity Swap, Romance, and Twin Exchange themes with a 46% similarity match.

Huo Zhi, who was raised in a children's home, rescues wealthy heir Jiang Cun from a car crash by chance. Jiang Cun is immediately smitten with his rescuer and starts to pursue her. However, he mistakenly woos her twin sister Qin Ying Su instead. When Huo Zhi and Ying Su realize their connection, Ying Su asks her sister to pose as her for a while so she can receive medical treatment in secret. Huo Zhi agrees and enters the Jiang family's home. Unfortunately, an accident occurs, causing her to lose her memory. As a result, Huo Zhi reverts back to her previous innocent and simple self. Jiang Cun is pleased with the change in her personality and becomes more caring and affectionate towards his wife. But what will happen when he uncovers the truth?

Recommendation: Love, Just Come similar to I Have a Lover
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Love, Just Come(爱,来的刚好)

2017China
AmnesiaBirth SecretDramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBusiness IndustryEvil In-LawFamilyFriendshipRags To Riches

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Birth Secret, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Since her childhood, Qing Ling was raised in a children's home. She is a compassionate, lively, and supportive young woman with an exceptional sense of smell. Because of her heightened sensitivity to scents, she began creating perfumes. Qing Ling's ambition is to develop a fragrance to give back to the orphanage and contribute to society. To achieve this goal, Qing Ling persevered through numerous challenges. Along her journey, she received assistance from Xu Qing Lun, Duan Tian Lang, Duan Yi Hua, and others. Additionally, she was able to locate and reconnect with her biological family during this period.

Recommendation: Teacher Is Wrong similar to I Have a Lover
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Teacher Is Wrong(老师错了)

2008Taiwan
DramaIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapRomanceTwin ExchangeFamilyTeacher Female Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Identical Twin Female Lead, Identity Swap, Romance, and Twin Exchange themes with a 33% similarity match.

Dui Dui and Shuang Shuang, twins who were separated in childhood, lived in different cities with their respective parents. Shuang Shuang resided in Kaohsiung with her father and stepmother, while Dui Dui lived in Xiaman with her mother and younger brother. After 30 years, both twins became high school teachers and were able to reunite. In order to spend time with their preferred parent, Shuang Shuang and Dui Dui decided to switch places. Only their families were aware of this arrangement. As a result, Shuang Shuang began dating Dui Dui's boyfriend and teaching her class, while Dui Dui dated Shuang Shuang's boyfriend and taught her class.

Recommendation: Two Wives (2009) similar to I Have a Lover
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Two Wives (2009)(두 아내)

2009South Korea
AmnesiaDramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceFamily RelationshipLove Triangle

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Han Ji Sook is a single parent who becomes romantically involved with a man who is already married. This man, Kang Chul Soo, has a family with his spouse, Yoon Young Hee. When Young Hee discovers Chul Soo's affair, she begins to emotionally withdraw from him. Ultimately, they end their marriage, allowing Chul Soo to embark on a new journey with Ji Sook. However, fate takes a turn when Chul Soo gets into a car accident, resulting in the loss of all memories related to Ji Sook. Consequently, Young Hee must act as if she and Chul Soo are still together.

Recommendation: Lie Hen similar to I Have a Lover
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Lie Hen(裂痕)

2023China
DramaIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapLawyer Female LeadRomanceDeath Of A TwinShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Identical Twin Female Lead, Identity Swap, Lawyer Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Twins Xu Zhi Xin and Xu Xia Wei are identical in appearance, but differ greatly in their personalities. Xu Zhi Xin is known for being obedient and intelligent, while Xu Xia Wei is known for being mischievous and rebellious. Xu Xia Wei's first love is Lin Zheng, whom she met in high school and fell in love with at first sight. Their youthful love story comes to an end when Xu Zhi Xin passes away, leading Xu Xia Wei to make a difficult decision under their mother's pressure to give up her own identity and dreams to take on Xu Zhi Xin's life. Years later, when the former lovers meet again, Xu Xia Wei, now living as the successful lawyer "Xu Zhi Xin," must confront the reality that Lin Zheng is beginning to see through her facade.

Recommendation: My Man's Woman similar to I Have a Lover
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My Man's Woman(내 남자의 여자)

2007South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaAntiheroine Female LeadLifeLove Triangle

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 31% similarity match.

A woman is involved in a romantic relationship with a man who is already married. Her name is Lee Hwa Young, and she experiences no remorse for taking her friend's spouse.

Recommendation: Loving You a Thousand Times similar to I Have a Lover
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Loving You a Thousand Times(천만번 사랑해)

2009South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap Opera

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 31% similarity match.

Baek Sae Hoon and his spouse, Lee Sun Young, are fervently attempting to have a child but face repeated failures. Sae Hoon's mother approaches Sun Young, suggesting that she explore surrogacy as a means to conceive without informing Sae Hoon. Enter Go Eun Nim, who becomes their surrogate, expecting their baby. However, the situation becomes more complex when she unexpectedly develops feelings for Sae Hoon's younger brother, Kang Ho.

Recommendation: Your Lady similar to I Have a Lover
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Your Lady(당신의 여자)

2013South Korea
AmnesiaDramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBetrayalCar AccidentFamilyOptimistic Female Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 29% 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.

Recommendation: I'm Sorry Kang Nam Goo similar to I Have a Lover
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I'm Sorry Kang Nam Goo(아임 쏘리 강남구)

2016South Korea
AmnesiaDramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceDivorced Female LeadFamilyMultiple CouplesNice Male Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A deadly yet pure love tale about a man who relentlessly chased success for the sake of his family, and a woman who lost everything after discovering her husband's wealthy parents.

Recommendation: Near to You similar to I Have a Lover
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Near to You(당신 곁으로)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: To Be With You (2002) similar to I Have a Lover
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To Be With You (2002)(당신 옆이 좋아)

2002South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 29% similarity match.

This story revolves around three different households. The Han family consists of Mr. Han, his second wife, and four daughters. While two of the daughters are from his previous marriage, the younger two are from his current marriage. The Choi family is made up of Mr. and Mrs. Choi and their two sons. Lastly, the Lee family includes Mr. Lee and his two sons. (Koreanwiz.org)

Recommendation: Good for You similar to I Have a Lover
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Good for You(잘났어 정말)

2013South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 29% similarity match.

A woman who craves constant affection in an everlasting romance. She finds it impossible to endure a day without love. Even after experiencing heartbreak and betrayal repeatedly, she continues to fall for men. (MBC)

Recommendation: Save the Family similar to I Have a Lover
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Save the Family(가족을 지켜라)

2015South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 29% similarity match.

U Jin is a driven physician who has lost faith in genuine love following past disappointments. He perceives marriage merely as a commercial arrangement. Hae Su is employed as a sous-chef, and she aspires to marry the right partner and build a family. Before long, U Jin finds himself falling for her, leading to a struggle between his feelings and his ambitions.

Recommendation: Nice Witch similar to I Have a Lover
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Nice Witch(착한마녀전)

2018South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadIdentical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapMelodramaRomanceComedyDouble IdentityEmotionally Strong Male LeadFlight Attendant Female LeadInchoate CrimeInnocent Female LeadMean In-LawPilot Male Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Identical Twin Female Lead, Identity Swap, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

A kind-hearted housewife, too generous for her own benefit, is wed to a husband who is out of work. She decides to exchange lives with her self-centered, strong-willed twin sister, who is employed as a flight attendant. Despite their identical appearances, their personalities couldn't be more different. While on the aircraft, she encounters the pilot, a bachelor who practices abstinence, and their adventure begins. (SBS International)

Recommendation: One Well-Raised Daughter similar to I Have a Lover
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One Well-Raised Daughter(잘 키운 딸 하나 )

2013South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBusinessCross-DressingFamily DisputeFamily RelationshipHidden Identity

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 28% similarity match.

Jang Ha Na is the youngest daughter of the eldest son in a family that has been producing soy sauce for centuries. Due to their financial constraints, she must disguise herself as a male. The family requires a male figure to represent their soy sauce business. After having four daughters, they ceased their attempts to have a son, so the fourth daughter must take on the role of a boy and behave like a son within the household.

Recommendation: Second Husband similar to I Have a Lover
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Second Husband(두번째 남편)

2021South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaAge GapFamily RelationshipOptimistic Female LeadRevengeWrongfully Accused

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 28% similarity match.

The story centers on Bong Seon Hwa and her family's involvement in a confectionery business. Despite a difficult upbringing, she overcomes challenges with her resilient and optimistic attitude. Seon Hwa, who grew up in the same neighborhood as Moon Sang Hyuk, had a deep connection with him. However, after experiencing a tragic loss of her family caused by uncontrollable greed, she vows to seek revenge amidst a complex mix of fate and love.

Recommendation: Terms of Endearment (2004) similar to I Have a Lover
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Terms of Endearment (2004)(애정의 조건)

2004South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily RelationshipMultiple MainsPregnancySingle MotherSwindler Supporting Character

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 28% similarity match.

Kang Han Geol is the father of three daughters. The eldest, Keum Pa, is married to a lawyer, and they share a son, enjoying a life of happiness and comfort. However, her husband is unfaithful with a younger colleague. The youngest, Eun Pa, is a college student who is enthusiastic about romance. She breaks up with her first love, Yun Taek, and decides to move in with Jeon Seong Ki, a charming con artist known for his womanizing ways. After discovering she is pregnant, she eventually gains her parents' approval to marry him, but he fails to appear on their wedding day. Despite the challenges, Eun Pa is determined to work hard for her child's future, and a new romantic interest may soon come into her life as well.

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to I Have a Lover
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
DramaMelodramaRomanceTime SkipBusinessFriendship

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 27% 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: TV Novel: Dal Soon's Spring similar to I Have a Lover
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TV Novel: Dal Soon's Spring(TV소설 꽃 피어라 달순아!)

2017South Korea
AmnesiaDramaMelodramaSoap OperaFamilyRich Female Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Melodrama, and Soap Opera themes with a 27% similarity match.

Eun Sol is the sole daughter of the CEO of a footwear manufacturing firm. She enjoys a joyful existence, but an unforeseen event leads to her amnesia, prompting her to adopt the name Dal Soon. With her cheerful demeanor and passion for shoes, Dal Soon uncovers her history and achieves success as a master shoemaker.

Recommendation: The Twin Gambit similar to I Have a Lover
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The Twin Gambit(รักสลับลาย)

2025Thailand
Identical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapRomanceTwin ExchangeComedyFashion Designer Female Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Identical Twin Female Lead, Identity Swap, Romance, and Twin Exchange themes with a 27% similarity match.

When two contrasting twins, Cream and Cake, develop feelings for the same man, a heated rivalry ensues.

Recommendation: Botan to Bara similar to I Have a Lover
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Botan to Bara(牡丹と薔薇)

2004Japan
Birth SecretDramaInfidelityMelodramaSoap OperaBetrayalBetrayed By A Significant OtherFamily RelationshipKidnappingLifeNurse Female Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Birth Secret, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Soap Opera themes with a 26% similarity match.

Kyoko, a nurse, experiences betrayal from her husband, Toyoki, leading her to kidnap Mayo, the baby born to Toyoki and his girlfriend Tokiko. Renaming the baby Botan, Kyoko raises her in secret while the couple mourns their loss. Tokiko later gives birth to a daughter named Kayo, whom they love dearly to move on from their painful past. Mayo and Kayo grow up unaware of each other until fate brings them together, living in the same household. As they discover their true connection, they both fall for the same man, Yukio. The story unfolds over four parts, covering Mayo and Kayo's birth, their high school years, their reunion as adults, and events five years later. This epic saga spans three decades, filled with love and animosity.

Recommendation: Sweet Enemy similar to I Have a Lover
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Sweet Enemy(달콤한 원수)

2017South Korea
Birth SecretDramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily RelationshipPrison SettingRevengeSearching For A ChildStepsibling RomanceWrongfully Accused

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Birth Secret, Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 26% similarity match.

Oh Dal Nim is wrongfully charged with homicide. She chooses to seek vengeance against those who have caused her suffering.

Recommendation: Ladies of Storm similar to I Have a Lover
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Ladies of Storm(폭풍의 여자)

2014South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily RelationshipFriends To EnemiesFriendshipRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited Love

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 26% similarity match.

Han Jung Im is a married woman with a teenage daughter who has recently relocated to Seoul from Jeju along with her husband, Moo Yeong, and their family. Despite the challenges posed by her in-laws, Jung Im strives to fulfill her roles as a wife and mother. In Seoul, she reconnects with her friend Do Hye Bin, who is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family. Hye Bin, also a mother to a teenage daughter, is married to Park Hyeon Seong, who is employed at her brother Do Jun Tae’s company. While Park Hyoen Wu has a passion for filmmaking rather than practicing law, he holds a deep affection for his older brother, Park Hyeon Seong. Han Jung Im's modest yet content life begins to unravel when Hye Bin unexpectedly arrives with shocking news.

Recommendation: Mina (2001) similar to I Have a Lover
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Mina (2001)(미나)

2001South Korea
DramaIdentical Twin Female LeadMelodramaRomanceImposterPlastic SurgerySurgical Procedure

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Identical Twin Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Mina tells the story of two identical twins who were raised separately and unaware of each other's existence. One twin, Park Mina, is a well-known singer who clashes with her manager Joon Suh over her hidden romance with the wealthy Tae Hoon. The other twin, Kim Soo Ryun, is a struggling young woman trying to make ends meet. The plot thickens when Mina is severely injured in a car accident and Joon Suh suggests that Soo Ryun take her place. Complications arise as Soo Ryun finds herself falling for Tae Hoon and when a transformed Mina returns to Korea after undergoing plastic surgery.

Recommendation: Dangerous Woman (2011) similar to I Have a Lover
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Dangerous Woman (2011)(위험한 여자)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBusinessComedyFamily

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% 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 I Have a Lover
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Passionate Love (2013)(열애)

2013South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBusinessFamilyStar Crossed Lovers

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% 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: Enchanting Neighbor similar to I Have a Lover
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Enchanting Neighbor(황홀한 이웃)

2015South Korea
InfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamilyMarried Female LeadRevenge

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% similarity match.

Gong Soo Rae has loved her husband, Seo Bong Gook, since their teenage years. However, she discovers that he is involved in an affair with Choi Yi Kyung. At the same time, Park Chan Woo portrays a man who stands by her side.

Recommendation: Summer Fever similar to I Have a Lover
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Summer Fever(戀夏38℃)

2012Taiwan
Identical Twin Female LeadIdentity SwapRomanceTwin ExchangeHidden IdentityLove TriangleSummer Setting

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Identical Twin Female Lead, Identity Swap, Romance, and Twin Exchange themes with a 25% similarity match.

During the peak tourist season on Kinmen Island, renowned pianist champion Chen Wen Qing visited for her summer vacation. Local resident Lin Ming Kuan acted as her guide, gradually developing feelings for her. Despite reciprocating her feelings, he believed he was not worthy of her and distanced himself. However, Qing's persistent affection eventually broke down his walls, leading to a blissful summer romance. As the season drew to a close and Qing prepared to leave, she vowed to stay in touch and return the following summer. True to her word, Qing came back the next year, but Kuan sensed a change in her demeanor...

Recommendation: On the Way to the Airport similar to I Have a Lover
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On the Way to the Airport(공항 가는 길)

2016South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAirport SettingFlight Attendant Female LeadSecond Chance Romance

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Choi Soo Ah has dedicated the past twelve years to her role as an airline assistant purser while raising her daughter with her husband, who is a pilot. She feels fulfilled in her life; however, everything shifts when she encounters Seo Do Woo. Seo Do Woo, a cheerful and amiable part-time architecture teacher, is also married and has a daughter. He is satisfied with his life until an unexpected event introduces chaos and leads him to Choi Soo Ah. How will their lives intertwine as they come together?

Recommendation: You Are My Sisters similar to I Have a Lover
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You Are My Sisters(你是我的姐妹)

2015China
Birth SecretDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceFamilyFraternal Twin Female LeadHardworking Female LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRude Male LeadSeparated FamilySisters' Relationship

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Birth Secret, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

An Jing and An Ning are identical twins who were separated during their parents' divorce when they were young. Their father, who favored sons, remarried and had another daughter named An Le. An Jing, the calm sister, stayed with their father while An Ning, the assertive sister, went with their mother. An Le was abducted at the age of 10. Each sister lived in distinct circumstances and encountered their own challenges. What awaits them when they are finally reunited?

Recommendation: Tropical Nights in December similar to I Have a Lover
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Tropical Nights in December(12월의 열대야)

2004South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManSad Romance

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

December Fever narrates the perilous romance between a married woman and a man on the brink of death. The plot features a woman who finds herself drawn to another man, along with the young suitor attempting to win her over, and the individuals pursuing them. The story explores themes of hypocrisy and double standards, highlighting those who make sacrifices for their families. Additionally, it delves into the relationship between a father and his ailing son, as well as the tensions involving their mothers-in-law. With its engaging and comedic characters, the narrative reflects the nuances of everyday life. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Home for Summer similar to I Have a Lover
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Home for Summer(여름아 부탁해)

2019South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBetrayed By A Significant OtherEccentric Male LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipMean In-LawMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son Relationship

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Geum Hee has spent a decade married to Joon Ho, standing by him as he pursued his goal of becoming a successful plastic surgeon

Recommendation: Band of Sisters similar to I Have a Lover
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Band of Sisters(언니는 살아있다)

2017South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBest Friends RelationshipDeathFamily RelationshipFemale Centered PlotFriendshipMultiple MainsRevengeSearching For A Child

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kang Ha Ri, known for her cheerful demeanor, has a part-time job at both a stationery shop and a nail salon. Min Deul Re was once a well-known actress, but she has seen a decline in her popularity recently. Kim Eun Hyang previously served as a secretary before welcoming her daughter, but now she dedicates her time to parenting. These three women experience the loss of their beloved ones simultaneously. Despite not being family, they support one another as they navigate their challenging times.

Recommendation: Make a Woman Cry similar to I Have a Lover
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Make a Woman Cry(여자를 울려)

2015South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBadass Female LeadBig FamilyBrothers' RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstMultiple MainsNice Male LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

A key distinction that sets humans apart from animals is the capacity for emotions. Therefore, articulating the feelings of various characters in a television drama plays a crucial role in the narrative. What does it feel like for someone to love another? How does it feel to forgive? This television drama is designed with the intention of inspiring individuals to become kinder and more resilient. (MBC)

Recommendation: New Tales of Gisaeng similar to I Have a Lover
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New Tales of Gisaeng(신기생뎐)

2011South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDisapproving ParentEvil Step-ParentFamily RelationshipForbidden LoveGisaeng Female LeadInterracial RelationshipJealous Male LeadSpoiled Male Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

New Tales of Gisaeng explores the themes of love, sorrow, and the struggles faced by individuals connected to a gisaeng house, an exclusive venue accessible only to VIPs. Dan Sa Ran pursued a degree in classical dance during her college years. She lost her mother at a young age, and her father later remarried, introducing a new stepsister and a materialistic stepmother with whom she finds it difficult to bond. Although Sa Ran hails from a less fortunate background, she upholds her dignity around friends from affluent families. By either fate or chance, she encounters Da Mo, to whom she feels an immediate attraction, yet her awareness of her economic status prevents her from expressing it. The head gisaeng at Buyongkak notices Sa Ran's innate beauty, elegance, and talent for dance, suggesting that she consider becoming a gisaeng. On the other hand, Ah Da Mo is studying business administration at his father's company. He has a strained relationship with his father, who is emotionally distant and shows more affection for their pet dog than for his family. Da Mo has a cocky demeanor and often looks down on women, but his attitude begins to shift when he unexpectedly meets Sa Ran. He finds himself inexplicably drawn to her, marking the beginning of their relationship.

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Ruby Ring(루비 반지)

2013South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaTwin ExchangeFraternal Twin Female LeadFraudGold-Digger Female LeadImposterManipulative Female LeadNice Female LeadSisters' RelationshipSurgical Procedure

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, Soap Opera, and Twin Exchange themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ruby and Runa are twin sisters with contrasting personalities. Ruby is the kind-hearted and affectionate one, engaged to Gyeong Min, while Runa is self-centered and a materialist. Their lives take a dramatic turn when they inadvertently switch faces due to a car accident. Unaware of this switch, Gyeong Min finds himself in a heartbreaking situation, receiving affection from both sisters simultaneously. Meanwhile, InSoo, who has been left by his former girlfriend Runa, schemes to get back at her.

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TV Novel: That Sun in the Sky(TV소설 저 하늘에 태양이)

2016South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSoap Opera1970sActress Female LeadAge GapAge GapEntertainment IndustryEvil Step-ParentFamilyPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Screenwriter Male Lead

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

A young woman from the rural areas of the 1970s triumphs over numerous challenges to emerge as the top actress in Korea.

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Bad Love(나쁜사랑)

2019South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaTime SkipBusiness IndustryCheerful Female LeadDysfunctional FamilyFamily RelationshipLove At First SightRich FamilyScandalStepbrothers' Relationship

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Romance, Soap Opera, and Time Skip themes with a 24% similarity match.

An incident has altered the destinies of five individuals. In contrast to typical romantic tales filled with beautiful moments and stories, their affection is met with disapproval and disdain. Nonetheless, despite the negativity surrounding them, they are unable to restrain their deep feelings for one another. Bad Love is a poignant romantic drama that captures the essence of love that causes pain. (Viu)

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Bread, Love and Dreams(제빵왕 김탁구)

2010South Korea
Birth SecretEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceTime SkipBakingEvil Step-ParentFamilyFamily SecretMother-Son RelationshipSecondary CoupleSibling RivalryYouth

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Birth Secret, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 24% similarity match.

Kim Tak Goo, the firstborn of Goo In Jong, who leads Geosung Enterprise—a renowned name in the baking sector—was expected to follow in his father's footsteps due to his exceptional baking skills. However, his family's scheme to deprive him of his rightful inheritance arose because he was the child of In Jong's mistress. Despite encountering numerous challenges, Tak Goo's resolve to dominate the baking industry propels him to reconstruct his career from the ground up.

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Yellow Boots(노란 복수초)

2012South Korea
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaChildish Female LeadDark FictionImmature Female LeadManipulative Female LeadMental IllnessPrison SettingTransformationWrongfully Accused

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

Sweet Yun Hwa finds herself as the unintentional stepsister of Yu Ra. While Yun Hwa dreams of a sisterly bond with Yu Ra, the latter rejects the idea entirely, caught in a complicated scenario where her longtime crush, Yun Jae, is actually Yun Hwa’s affectionate boyfriend. In a heartbreaking moment, Yu Ra snatches away everything that Yun Hwa holds dear: her bright future, her caring boyfriend, and the support of her family.

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Temptation of Wife(아내의 유혹)

2008South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDeathDisabilityFamily RelationshipIllnessMiscarriageNeurodevelopmental DisorderSexual ViolenceTerminal Illness

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Aspiring to study in France, Goo Eun, who studied make-up at her university, becomes a victim one night after a drinking spree

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Happy Home(가화만사성)

2016South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBoss-Employee RelationshipLove TriangleMulti-GenerationalMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManTearjerkerTerminal Illness

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

At the center of Chinatown, a new complex rises, featuring Bong Sam Bong's renowned Chinese eatery, "Gahwamansasung." Unfortunately, the grand opening signifies the start of his troubles. Despite his tireless ascent from humble beginnings to becoming a restaurant owner, his life takes a challenging turn. All of his previously married children end up divorced, and now his wife is pursuing the same fate. Amid this chaos, the series explores the captivating lives of the Bong family, who run the largest Chinese restaurant in Chinatown. As they face a series of challenges, they work through misunderstandings and ongoing family disagreements. Yet, despite their disputes, their connection remains strong, as they gather around the dinner table for cherished family meals filled with warmth and joy.

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To the Dearest Intruder(致,第三者)

2015Taiwan
AmnesiaDramaInfidelityRomanceTime SkipBest Friends RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipCohabitationFamilyFemale Chases Male FirstFriendshipLove TriangleMarriage Of Convenience

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Infidelity, Romance, and Time Skip themes with a 24% similarity match.

At times, close friends share similar interests. However, what happens when they both have feelings for the same person? Xong Jia An and Luo Shao Qing are college best friends who both have a crush on Yan Hao. Shao Qing discovers that Jia An has always planned to marry Yan Hao. Despite this, Yan Hao starts developing feelings for Shao Qing instead of Jia An. His life takes a drastic turn when his father is murdered over financial matters, leaving Yan Hao to settle his father's debts and establish his own business. Jia An supports him during this difficult time, causing Shao Qing to step back. A decade later, Yan Hao and Jia An are married and reunite with Shao Qing at a school gathering. Seeing Shao Qing again makes Yan Hao realize he made the wrong choice. Can he correct his mistake after 10 years, or will fate intervene once more?

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Crazy Love (2013)(미친사랑)

2013South Korea
Birth SecretDramaMelodramaRomanceCharacter DevelopmentFamilyOrphanage SettingSecond Chance Romance

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This drama narrates the tale of a woman who discovers her true love during a time of great despair. Yoon Mi So, an orphan raised by an adoptive family, is married to Lee Min Jae. Lee Min Jae's mother is discontented that Yoon Mi So is unable to have more children besides their daughter, Hae Ram, and wishes for him to find a new partner, such as Lee Sun Hee. Seo Kyung Soo, a lawyer working for the unscrupulous Oh Tae San, is stuck in an unhappy marriage with Oh Rae Young, who is the daughter of Oh Tae San. When Yoon Mi So and Seo Kyung Soo's lives intersect, it leads to significant changes not only for them but also for those around them.

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Hold My Hand (2013)(내 손을 잡아)

2013South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBetrayalFamilyInnocent Female LeadWrongfully Accused

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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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A Bird That Doesn't Sing(울지않는 새)

2015South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamilyRevengeRiches To RagsWrongfully Accused

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A 10 billion won insurance murder scandal leads Oh Ha Naui to lose everything she holds dear. In response, she embarks on a quest for vengeance against Chun Mi Ja, the person responsible for her tragic circumstances.

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Becoming a Billionaire(부자의 탄생)

2010South Korea
Birth SecretDramaMelodramaRomanceBusinessComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManRich Woman-Poor Man

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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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Fiancee(未婚妻)

2013China
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceNovel AdaptationFamilyRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited Love

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Lan Xiao Yi made the decision to leave her job in Nanjing and move to Shanghai with her boyfriend Tian Fei. Although she faces challenges with her low-paying job in Shanghai, Xiao Yi finds happiness in being with Tian Fei. However, Tian Fei's coworker Xiao Lu, a recent college graduate, develops feelings for him and is determined to win him over. In a complicated turn of events, Xiao Lu pretends to be pregnant in an attempt to pressure Tian Fei into marrying her. Tian Fei promises Xiao Yi that he will resolve the situation and return in 2 years. Despite learning about the pregnancy, Xiao Yi trusts Tian Fei and waits for him. After waiting for six months, Xiao Yi decides to re-enter the workforce as she grows tired of waiting for Tian Fei. Extracted from the novel "Fulfill Your Own Blue Sky."

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Autumn Shower(가을 소나기)

2005South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceFall-Autumn SettingFriendshipLove TriangleSismance

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a man named Choi Yoon Jae, who becomes involved in a car crash that leaves his wife, Gyoo Eun, hospitalized and in a coma. Gyoo Eun's closest friend, Park Yeon Seo, harbors secret feelings for Yoon Jae. During Gyoo Eun's unconscious state, her husband and her best friend embark on a romantic relationship. Will Gyoo Eun regain consciousness? If she does, what consequences will follow? (AsianDB)

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Pink Lipstick(분홍 립스틱)

2010South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBest Friends RelationshipFriendshipRetaliationRevenge

Like I Have a Lover, this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yoo Ga Eun is a kind-hearted young woman who was in a relationship with her boyfriend, Park Jeong U, which eventually led to marriage. However, she later uncovers the painful truth that her husband had been unfaithful with her close friend, Mi Ran, and that their adopted daughter is in fact the result of Jeong U and Mi Ran's affair. In a bid for revenge against them, she decides to marry Maeng Ho Geol, a prosperous clothing businessman, and meticulously devises a plan for their downfall. Meanwhile, Ga Eun also encounters Ha Jae Beom, a man who falls deeply in love with her and vows to stand by her through all her endeavors.