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The Day I Skipped School For You portrays the high school experience of young people born after the 1990s. The story revolves around the mischievous yet charming Chen Mo, his classmate Zhao Xiao Yu, and their peers as they navigate love, friendship, and pursuing their aspirations during their time in school.

Childhood friends Wang Huan Yu, Wei Xing, Han Shuai, Guo Ting, and Shi Wen Ke grew up together in a small seaside town on "Universe Street." As they enter their senior year of high school, they face uncertainties about their future. Despite their different academic abilities and personalities, they navigate the challenges of growing up and gradually mature. This year, they experience joy and sorrow through their relationships and encounters with love, while also striving to stay true to their dreams and pursue new goals.

During their senior year of high school, three teenagers in the least successful class are dealing with their own personal challenges. Gao Ling, a gifted but introverted student, is troubled by his father's legal troubles. Wei Yuno conceals her feelings of isolation with a brave front, while Zhang Wen Qi, raised by a single parent, is eager to show her independence by embracing adulthood prematurely. As a team, they confront the obstacles of growing up, confronting inner wounds and uncovering their true selves. (TVDb)

A love story set on a college campus.

A whimsical story depicting the unusual bond between a lazy student and a high-achieving scholar.

The narrative follows a tight-knit group of ten boys who have shared their lives since their high school days. As they embark on their university journey, these young men seek adventure and purpose in the vast world around them. Anticipating a blissful experience as they step into university life, they view it as an opportunity for those feeling lonely or disheartened. However, as they delve into this new chapter, they come to the realization that their expectations were misguided. The story captures the themes of love, camaraderie, and aspirations typical of one’s twenties. This group of friends encounters various challenges while striving to enjoy life and forge new relationships, only to discover that their assumptions may not align with reality. (Kpopmap)

Fu Sheng Nan excelled as a top student in academics, sports, and hobbies, always coming out on top. Despite her success, her childhood friend Li Xiu Hao seemed to be more favored by others due to his charming demeanor. However, Fu Sheng Nan was aware of Li Xiu Hao's true nature behind his facade. Their dynamic changed when Fu Sheng Nan's senior, Liu You Wen, entered the picture. This new presence made Li Xiu Hao realize his feelings for Fu Sheng Nan and the potential consequences of his actions on their relationship.

A tale of a young man who finds himself sharing a house with three female classmates unexpectedly

Dobudo, a trainee crew member from an alien spaceship, accidentally crashed onto Earth as a result of a spacecraft operation error. The passengers were scattered around the crash site, and the injured captain was rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. In an effort to rectify the mistake, Dobudo took on the task of repairing the spaceship, locating the passengers, and ensuring the captain's rescue. This information was reported by CCTV. Shanghai Haha Children's Channel aired 100 episodes of the incident, while CCTV broadcasted 99 episodes.

The show follows a group of youthful individuals with varying aspirations as they embark on their journey through art schools. Each student at the drama academy starts with their own unique pride and abilities, striving to go from being a mere "passer-by" to a renowned "big star". Throughout their journey, they support each other through challenges and witness the breakdown of friendships. Despite this, they ultimately discover a deep bond with each other, choosing to form a brotherhood. Along the way, they experience laughter and tears, culminating in the discovery of true happiness. The show will premiere on PP TV Platform on 28.06.2023 and on LeTV on 04.07.2023.

Inspired by his mentor, ex-rebel Song Chen transforms into an educator committed to supporting students in overcoming obstacles. Teamed up with the spirited yet hesitant Tan Shu Tong, they tackle the difficulties of teaching and bridging gaps between different generations. Alongside their students and colleagues, they set out on a path of self-discovery, pondering the essence of maturing into the individuals they aspire to be. (TMDb)

"The wild gathering of friends reuniting after a decade." A decade later, a wild get-together of quirky neighbors occurred, revealing how much our eccentric boys have transformed.

"Feel It, Genie" revolves around the humorous everyday experiences of Seung Heon Sseu and his companions as they interact with Giga Genie, who conceals his true identity.

In a match between Ying Hua and Ya Lin, Ying Hua is feeling discouraged after a series of losses. Despite new student Ban Xiao Song's efforts to score a point, they end up losing to Wu Tong from the opposing team. Ban Xiao Song is determined to unite the team and prevent them from disbanding. Wu Tong later transfers to their school, presenting a challenge for the boys to overcome their differences and work together as a strong team. They also manage to bring Yin Ke, who previously had no interest in baseball, into their group. (CdramaBase.com) Available in two versions: 39 episodes (TV) || 40 episodes (DVD)

Li Ju Fu is a regular young man with average appearance and performance. His life, along with his childhood friend Yu Jia Ao, was mundane and unexceptional until the arrival of transfer student Lin Wu Ji. Li Ju Fu learns that Lin Wu Ji aspires to attend university for research, while Yu Jia Ao dreams of becoming a stunt coordinator. Encouraged by them, Li Ju Fu embarks on a challenging yet fulfilling quest to pursue his own dream.

Taking place in a vocational school, the story revolves around four young men and a charming girl as they focus on honing their technical skills. This drama challenges the notion that only elite schools can feature attractive male leads, that regular schools can't have good-looking students, and that campus conflicts are exclusive to high school and college settings. Zhao Yu Zhi aims to change his family's and society's perceptions of him by mastering the art of operating an excavator. Sharing a living space with Ji Yong, who studies cosmetology, Jia Kai Xin, an aspiring chef, and Wang Guang Ming, who specializes in car repair, they form an unlikely but strong bond despite their diverse backgrounds and beliefs. Zheng Ping Fan stands out as a unique presence among them all.

Yu Ming Xi, a regular girl with a talent for athletics, enrolls in the prestigious Jingcai Academy to fulfill her deceased father's wishes. At the academy, she crosses paths with Jiang Bo Han, a gifted student who conceals his true self with a rebellious facade. Their lives become intertwined as they uncover each other's secrets, address old scars, and embark on a journey of healing through an unforeseen bond. (TMDb)

The narrative centers around Shi Young and her long-term partner, Byoung Woon

TREASURE's 12 members are trying their hand at acting for the first time since their debut.

The play follows a band of "diminutive individuals" as they pursue a "grand aspiration" in a narrative that blends elements of absurdity and eccentric humor.

During the second semester of her junior year, 17-year-old Su Qiao found herself sharing a desk with the popular student Lin Zi Lu. Unfortunately, his arrival seemed to bring nothing but trouble for Su Qiao. Despite their rocky history from ten years ago, Lin Zi Lu not only caused her financial strain but also ended up moving into her home. Feeling somewhat alienated as Lin Zi Lu befriended other classmates, Su Qiao couldn't help but wonder when he planned on leaving. Despite the initial tension, Su Qiao and Lin Zi Lu eventually bonded while working in the fields, facing challenges together, and pursuing their aspirations side by side. As the end of the school year approached, Lin Zi Lu had to return to the city for his senior year, leaving behind memories of a summer filled with growth and camaraderie in Huxin Village.

This is the tale of two young lion dancers who were childhood friends but drifted apart as the Luo family underwent changes and the He family moved away. Years later, Luo Xing Xing traveled to Singapore for a university exchange program and coincidentally reunited with He Yang Guang, who decided to go back to China to find Luo Xing Xing.

In the village of Xiqiao in Lingnan, the formerly affluent He family is now represented solely by their son, He Jia Hao. He Jia Hao, a studious and reserved individual, carries the expectations of his family. Despite this, he harbors a hidden secret. After eight years, a person who he feels remorseful towards and wishes to reconcile with has returned to the village.

Freshman Li Yan Hao was mistakenly labeled as a pervert when he attempted to assist someone, leading to a tarnished reputation. Feeling disheartened, he decides to collaborate with Yu Lan's team in producing a short film, discovering a new sense of direction and purpose despite the team's limited experience. (TMDb)

Xia Fan Xing, a bright and optimistic high schooler, is affectionately referred to as a "treasure classmate" for her ability to bring comfort to those with broken hearts. Sheng Yang, a new student and previous winner of the National Youth Table Tennis Championships, had to abandon the sport for several reasons until he crossed paths with her. To help Sheng Yang lift his spirits, Xia Fan Xing employs a mix of gentle encouragement and assertive tactics, leading to a number of amusing scenarios. As they spend time together, Sheng Yang gradually realizes that this seemingly cheerful and emotionally nurturing "treasure classmate" conceals deep-seated pain, which she hides behind her sunny demeanor.

Classes have resumed, and everyone's beloved group of boys is returning for another semester filled with extracurricular mischief. In this season, the enchanting mentors come together once more with a newly appointed leader, a shy student who soon uncovers a unique type of cram school brimming with exciting experiences and valuable life lessons.

An ultra-realistic drama about empathy follows Yeo Joo, a first-year student in the 23rd design class, as she navigates campus life with different 'concepts' to embrace her fresh start