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Kegaretashita(汚れた舌)

2005Japan
Best Friends RelationshipDeath Of A FatherDifficult ChildhoodFlorist Female LeadFlorist Male LeadFlorist Supporting CharacterGrudgeHardworking Female LeadMelodramaPsychologicalRomanceSecret MeetingStepmother-Stepson Relationship

Iijima Naoko stars as a single woman starting her own flower shop in Tokyo while living with her mother. She is in a complicated relationship with Kato Koji, a man disliked by her mother who is believed to be responsible for her husband's death. Kato portrays the CEO of a prominent flower company who becomes romantically involved with Iijima's character, leading to a tangled web of forbidden love and relationships at the center of the series.

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Recommendation: Enemies from the Past similar to Kegaretashita
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Enemies from the Past(전생에 웬수들)

2017South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaRomanceFamilyFather-Daughter RelationshipSoap Opera

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Ten years ago, after Go Ya's father had an affair, she had to pause her college education and start working to help support her mother and siblings. While her circumstances were bleak, she met Min Ji Seok, who made her feel cherished for the first time, igniting a deep love between them. However, it turns out that Ji Seok's aunt is the same woman involved in the affair with Go Ya's father. This forces Go Ya to choose between her relationship with Ji Seok and her loyalty to her mother. Ultimately, they decide to deceive those around them in order to maintain both connections. "Enemies from the Past" tells the tale of two families caught in a web of secrets and negative karma, who eventually achieve reconciliation through the strength of forgiveness. (MBC)

Recommendation: Just Between Lovers similar to Kegaretashita
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Just Between Lovers(그냥 사랑하는 사이)

2017South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaPsychologicalRomanceDeathDisasterFated LoveHardworking Male LeadHealingOrphan Male LeadPhobiaPoor Male LeadTrauma

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Melodrama, Psychological, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

A heartbreaking incident claims the lives of 48 individuals, profoundly impacting the survivors and those linked to the tragedy. Lee Gang Du, who once aspired to be a soccer star, now faces both physical and emotional challenges while supporting his sister and settling a debt. Ha Mun Su, one of the accident survivors, is tormented by recurring nightmares. Residing above her mother’s bathhouse, she designs architectural models aimed at ensuring safety in large construction projects. Years later, a building project at the site of the accident rekindles painful memories for everyone involved. As their paths intersect, they assist one another in healing and discovering renewed hope for the future.

Recommendation: Summer Scent similar to Kegaretashita
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Summer Scent(여름향기)

2003South Korea
Florist Female LeadMelodramaRomanceLove SquareLove TriangleSecond Chance RomanceSummer Setting

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Florist Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Three years following the devastating loss of his initial love in a tragic incident, Min Woo encounters Hye Won, a flower seller who bears a striking resemblance to her

Recommendation: BUNGO - Nihon Bungaku Cinema similar to Kegaretashita
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BUNGO - Nihon Bungaku Cinema(BUNGO -日本文学シネマ-)

2010Japan
MelodramaPsychologicalRomanceNovel AdaptationAnthologyCrimeDramaMiniseries

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

Six captivating short episodes derived from well-known literary short novels by renowned authors.

Recommendation: TV Novel: My Mind’s Flower Rain similar to Kegaretashita
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TV Novel: My Mind’s Flower Rain(TV소설 내 마음의 꽃비)

2016South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyLifeMultiple CouplesRevenge

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

A narrative about an intelligent young girl who, having lost her family during the Korean War, navigates the swift transformations of Korean society in the 1970s. It is a tale that explores themes of ambition, love, grief, forgiveness, and the reconciling of two generations who endured the chaotic times of the first and second Korean Wars, spanning from the 1950s to the 1970s.

Recommendation: Pink Lipstick similar to Kegaretashita
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Pink Lipstick(분홍 립스틱)

2010South Korea
Best Friends RelationshipMelodramaRomanceDramaFriendshipInfidelityRetaliationRevenge

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Best Friends Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 17% 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.

Recommendation: Screen similar to Kegaretashita
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Screen(스크린)

2003South Korea
Death Of A FatherHardworking Female LeadRomanceAssistant Director Male LeadCohabitationDramaFamilyFilm IndustryLove Triangle

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Death Of A Father, Hardworking Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

Kim So Hyun, an orphan since she was young, tragically lost her father in a fire. Her father, a movie director, perished while trying to save his original film. This event inspired So Hyun to pursue writing in hopes of one day creating her own movie. As a young adult, So Hyun moves into a new apartment where a mix-up leads her to share the space with a charming young man named Kim Joon Pyo. Unbeknownst to her, her childhood classmate Song Yoo Ra harbors a secret crush on Joon Pyo. Coincidentally, both Yoo Ra and So Hyun work at the same place - So Hyun as a theater cleaner and Yoo Ra in the production department. Park Tae Young, another member of the production team, crosses paths with So Hyun and unexpectedly finds himself falling for her. As the story unfolds, the romantic entanglement between So Hyun, Joon Pyo, Yoo Ra, and Tae Young intensifies. To add more intrigue, So Hyun discovers unsettling information suggesting that her father's death may not have been accidental.

Recommendation: Gloria similar to Kegaretashita
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Gloria(글로리아)

2010South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaRomanceDramaMultiple CouplesMusicRich Man-Poor WomanRich Woman-Poor ManSoap Opera

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

Gloria is a gripping narrative about individuals who are passionately committed to overcoming the hardships of their lives, particularly highlighting the story of Na Jin Jin, a nightclub singer who confronts the challenges of her profession to care for her older sister, Jin Joo, who has a mental disability. She draws immense strength and support from her devoted childhood friend, Ha Dong Ah, a small-time gangster with a kind heart. Additionally, Jin Jin encounters a potential romantic interest in Lee Kang Suk, the head of Double Sharp Entertainment, who grapples with his own struggles as the illegitimate child of a businessman.

Recommendation: It Was Love similar to Kegaretashita
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It Was Love(사랑했나봐 )

2012South Korea
Best Friends RelationshipMelodramaRomanceFamilyFrenemyFriendshipInfidelityRevengeSecond Chance Romance

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Best Friends Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 16% similarity match.

A woman finds her life shattered when her closest friend betrays her by taking her husband. This frenemy causes chaos in her world, all in the name of her own daughter. What fate awaits them as justice seeks to restore balance in their lives? (MBC)

Recommendation: The Wedding (2009) similar to Kegaretashita
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The Wedding (2009)(嫁衣)

2009China
MelodramaRomance

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

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

Recommendation: The Temptation of Lies similar to Kegaretashita
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The Temptation of Lies(谎言的诱惑)

2015China
MelodramaRomance

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

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

Recommendation: Ai, Zai Li Bie Shi similar to Kegaretashita
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Ai, Zai Li Bie Shi(爱,在离别时)

2006China
MelodramaRomance

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Recommendation: Age of Innocence similar to Kegaretashita
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Age of Innocence(순수의 시대)

2002South Korea
MelodramaRomance

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

Tae Seok, Ji Yoon, and Min Soo were close friends during their high school years. Tae Seok, who comes from divorced parents, harbored a secret crush on Ji Yoon, unaware that Min Soo also had feelings for her. However, Ji Yoon did not reciprocate Min Soo's feelings. When Min Soo witnessed Tae Seok and Ji Yoon kissing, he tried to take his own life in their presence, causing both Tae Seok and Ji Yoon to feel guilty for betraying him. Fast forward 7 years, Tae Seok has matured into a successful CF producer, leaving behind his troubled past as a student. He now has a new best friend named Dong Hwa. Coincidentally, Dong Hwa's love interest happens to be Ji Yoon, who was Tae Seok's first love. Fate brings Tae Seok face to face with Ji Yoon, who is now dating his best friend. Additionally, Tae Seok discovers that Min Soo's sister, who loves him and considers him a friend, is also part of the equation. Torn between the three of them, Tae Seok is determined not to repeat the same mistakes he made 7 years ago. However, when Dong Hwa learns about Tae Seok and Ji Yoon's past from Min Soo's sister, who reveals Ji Yoon's lingering feelings for Tae Seok, he feels betrayed once again, just like in the past.

Recommendation: Ju Zi similar to Kegaretashita
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Ju Zi(菊子)

2011China
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

The narrative follows Ju Zi, a woman whose life is marked by tragedy, and the individuals in her midst amid a Japanese invasion

Recommendation: Sweet Lies similar to Kegaretashita
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Sweet Lies(甜蜜的谎言)

2017China
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Describes the intricate emotional tale involving Wen Ya, who disappeared for eight years, her former lover Detective Captain Li Yuan, and her current spouse Jiang Xiao Xian

Recommendation: Destination Of Love similar to Kegaretashita
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Destination Of Love(婚巢)

2012China
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

The narrative unfolds the journey of siblings Yang Xue and Yang Li Nan as they transitioned from a rural village to a bustling metropolis where they settled down to pursue their careers. While striving to realize their dreams through hard work, they also grappled with the inevitability of marriage looming on the horizon.

Recommendation: Love Trouble similar to Kegaretashita
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Love Trouble(真爱惹麻烦)

2013China
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Following the unjust persecution of Lin Zhen Xin's father, Lin Shin Nan, due to a business deal gone wrong with the powerful Ko family, she decides to seek revenge for her father's death. To gather evidence of her father's innocence, she feigns romantic interest in Ko Yang, the heir to the Ko family. However, as she gets closer to Ko Yang, she finds herself falling uncontrollably in love with him. Meanwhile, Wang Xiang, who also has feelings for Lin, is forced to watch from the sidelines as Lin faces a difficult decision. The series is available in two versions: the original 40-episode version and the CCTV version with 38 episodes.

Recommendation: I Believed in Men similar to Kegaretashita
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I Believed in Men(남자를 믿었네)

2011South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

A timeless family saga centered around a food company executive who experiences a whirlwind of challenges following an unexplained breakup with a significant other.

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

2018China
MelodramaRomanceBusiness

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

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

Recommendation: Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge similar to Kegaretashita
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Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge(悲伤时唱首歌)

2007China
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

The narrative follows Guan Liang Pei, who experiences a mental health condition after being unexpectedly left by her initial romantic partner, Zhao Yu. Wang Jing Fan, who harbored strong feelings for her, chooses to marry her and take on the responsibility of caring for her. The story delves into the emotional turmoil stemming from unusual reactions triggered by the lingering feelings for a past love.

Recommendation: The Seventh Day similar to Kegaretashita
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The Seventh Day(最美麗的第七天 (最美丽的第)

2008Hong Kong
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Ling Ka Yan works as a salesperson at a pet store. She was informed of a serious illness during her childhood, leading her family to be excessively cautious with her. Consequently, despite being in her twenties, she had never encountered genuine affection until she crossed paths with Yau Zi Wing, a man who alters her life indefinitely.

Recommendation: Beyond the Common Ground similar to Kegaretashita
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Beyond the Common Ground(和解在後)

2023Hong Kong
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

In a society filled with gossip and misinformation, individuals appear to have overlooked fundamental ethical principles. Typically characterized by their polished appearance, articulate speech, and impartial demeanor, mediators are expected to possess certain qualities. However, amidst these conventional mediators stands Yip Chi Fan, an unconventional figure who dresses casually, speaks his mind, and operates outside the confines of traditional norms. Yip rejects the notion of complete neutrality, believing instead that mediators should maintain sensitivity to facilitate resolution. When law graduate Fong Yuen joins Yip's firm as an intern, her straightforward approach clashes with Yip's unconventional methods. As they spend more time together, their differing perspectives begin to influence one another.

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Golden Wings(金色の翼)

2007Japan
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Shuko's husband tragically passed away in a plane accident, leaving her with a significant inheritance. However, the newfound wealth brings unwarranted suspicion and gossip her way, causing Shuko deep emotional pain. Seeking solace, she escapes to an exclusive hotel on a secluded island where she crosses paths with Maki, a young man trapped on the island with his girlfriend, Rio, the niece of the hotel owner. Together, Maki and Rio scheme to obtain money from Shuko by manipulating her feelings for Maki. As their deceitful plan unfolds, Shuko's fortune attracts attention from those around her. Drawing inspiration from Henry James' classic novel "The Wings of the Dove," this tale explores themes of love, greed, deception, and truth within the backdrop of a serene and isolated island.

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Fringe Man(フリンジマン~愛人の作り方教えます~)

2017Japan
PsychologicalRomanceAdapted From A Manga

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Psychological and Romance with a 14% similarity match.

Tasai, Mitsushima, and Ango are all married individuals who are seeking to have a girlfriend despite knowing it is not morally correct. They are dissatisfied with their marital lives and are unsure of how to go about finding a girlfriend. Mitsushima introduces Ibuse Masumi to them, who is known for teaching men how to attract girlfriends. Ibuse Masumi had his first girlfriend at 22 years old and has experience managing relationships with 11 girlfriends simultaneously. This story is inspired by the manga series "Furinji Man" by Aoki Uhei.

Recommendation: Risou no Kareshi similar to Kegaretashita
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Risou no Kareshi(理想ノカレシ)

2022Japan
Best Friends RelationshipHardworking Female LeadRomanceCompetitive Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadFirst LoveIdol Supporting CharacterMiniseriesNice Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadReverse-Harem

Like Kegaretashita, this drama also features Best Friends Relationship, Hardworking Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 14% similarity match.

Onodera Yumeko is a successful professional in a startup company, but she leads a disorganized life at home. Expecting a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, she is blindsided when he unexpectedly breaks up with her. Her world is thrown into chaos when she encounters a mysterious man who bears a striking resemblance to her first love.

Recommendation: Land of Wine similar to Kegaretashita
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Land of Wine(술의 나라)

2003South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Seo Joon plays the role of a rebellious son of a wealthy entrepreneur in the drama. The series follows Seo Joon's journey as he achieves success in the alcohol industry by selling authentic Korean beer.

Recommendation: The Fairy and The Swindler similar to Kegaretashita
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The Fairy and The Swindler(선녀와 사기꾼)

2003South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Baby Jae Kyung was left by his mother due to financial issues, and his father, who was often drunk, tragically died in a train accident while intoxicated. Raised by a con artist, Jae Kyung learned the tricks of the trade and developed into a skilled scammer due to his exceptional memory. Alongside his adopted father and three others, they deceived many individuals out of their money. However, after meeting the girl of his dreams, Jae Kyung resolved to leave behind his deceitful ways.

Recommendation: Salt Doll similar to Kegaretashita
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Salt Doll(소금인형 )

2007South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Cha So Yeong is a dedicated spouse to her husband, who struggles with various issues. Her first love is the heir to a prominent financial firm. To cover the expenses of her husband's surgery, she reluctantly resorts to selling herself to the man who has unreciprocated feelings for her.

Recommendation: The Queen Returns similar to Kegaretashita
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The Queen Returns(공주가 돌아왔다)

2009South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Cha Do-kyung was the quintessential "it girl," capturing everyone's attention throughout her school years. Her striking appearance and wealthy family background attracted numerous admirers. In contrast, Jang Gong-shim, Do-kyung's friend, often felt overshadowed and inadequate compared to her growing up. However, a chance encounter resulted in a one-night stand between Do-kyung and Bong-hee, who was then Gong-shim's boyfriend, leading to an unexpected pregnancy and their subsequent marriage. Fast forward 17 years, and Do-kyung has settled into the role of a regular housewife with three children and a lackluster husband, while Gong-shim has achieved fame as a ballet dancer. This role reversal has created tension between the two women, culminating in a rivalry over Hyun-woo, who once harbored feelings for Do-kyung in their youth. Caught between his first love, now married to someone else, and Gong-shim, the once overlooked girl who blossomed into a stunning woman, will Hyun-woo choose to pursue his childhood affection or embrace his feelings for Gong-shim? Will Gong-shim succeed in capturing Hyun-woo's heart? (KBS World)

Recommendation: While You Were Sleeping similar to Kegaretashita
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While You Were Sleeping(당신이 잠든 사이)

2011South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

The narrative revolves around the destinies of two couples and two families whose lives became intertwined as a result of a birth-related incident.

Recommendation: You're So Beautiful similar to Kegaretashita
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You're So Beautiful(당신 참 예쁘다)

2011South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Go Yoo Rang possesses a strong sense of confidence and a positive outlook on life. She experiences her first love with Chi Young. However, Chi Young abruptly departs to go back to Seoul. Eager to reconnect with him, Yoo Rang travels to Seoul, only to discover that he is already married.

Recommendation: The Third Marriage similar to Kegaretashita
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The Third Marriage(세 번째 결혼)

2023South Korea
MelodramaRomanceRevenge

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

A drama unfolds the tale of romance and matrimony in the midst of a deceitful game played by a manipulative woman and another woman striving to reveal and penalize falsehoods

Recommendation: I Do? similar to Kegaretashita
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I Do?(幸福的抉擇)

2008Taiwan
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

The phrase "unable to survive with or without each other" perfectly captured the essence of the brief marriage between the young couple. Despite facing significant challenges to be together, their love ultimately proved insufficient to sustain their relationship amidst the strains of cohabitation and interference from his former partner. Consequently, they opted for a divorce. However, the separation only intensified their unhappiness. Following the intervention of their loved ones, the couple resolved to grant one another a second opportunity.

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Roseate-Love(紫玫瑰)

2009Taiwan
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Xiao Zi longs for her childhood crush, Lin Nuo, as he sings passionately at the pub in a luxurious hotel. Despite the "Future Man Band" receiving little applause, Xiao Zi remains devoted, creating "Purple Roses" from paper with determination, hoping for Lin Nuo's victory over the unworthy Devil. A new waiter, Ning ZiDa, joins the pub under Xiao Zi's guidance. Rumors swirl about Zi Da's background, and Xiao Zi inadvertently reveals the truth, altering Zi Da's opinion of her. Witnessing the innocent girl's pursuit of an unattainable love and her creation of numbered paper purple roses, Zi Da's tough exterior begins to soften with compassion.

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Return of Fortunate Bok(돌아온 복단지)

2017South Korea
MelodramaRomanceFamily

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In the upscale neighborhood of Gangnam, one mother stands out as an exception: Bok Dang Ji. She relocated to Gangnam and struggles to make ends meet, yet she feels fortunate, akin to Cinderella, because she married the man she once admired from afar. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Han Jung Wook, a prosecutor who enjoys a life of privilege and shares many similarities with her. Having risen from poverty to join the ranks of the affluent through relentless effort, he embodies determination. However, their lives take a downturn one fateful day. The series focuses on Bok Dan Ji, a mother in Gangnam, and Han Jung Wook, who experiences a fall from grace as a member of the elite, as they gradually cultivate a bond and discover genuine love. (MBC America)

Recommendation: My Life's Golden Age similar to Kegaretashita
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My Life's Golden Age(내 인생의 황금기)

2008South Korea
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

When two individuals who have previously gone through divorce unite in marriage and raise their children together, they often choose names for their kids that reflect the ideal phase of life, known as hwang-geum-ki, with the hope that their offspring will experience this joyful time earlier than they did. Unbeknownst to them, their children will face various challenges before achieving hwang-geum-ki. Lee Hwang, the eldest daughter, has been married for five years and has a daughter, along with a thriving career, yet beneath the surface, she is far from content. A chance encounter with an old lover leads her down a reckless path. The second daughter, Lee Geum, suffers from chronic myelogenous leukemia, a serious illness that persistently impacts her quality of life and happiness. Nevertheless, she remains bright and optimistic, dedicating her energy to her role as a track team coach, all while secretly working to cover her biological father's medical expenses. The youngest child, Lee Ki, has successfully completed medical school and is now an intern at a hospital, yet his true aspiration is to become a musical theater performer. He decides to leave the hospital to pursue dance lessons, needing to keep this decision hidden from his family as he navigates his sisters' challenges. Enter Go Kyung Woo, a television producer at a prominent network whose success has led him to become dismissively indifferent to the struggles of others. When he crosses paths with Lee Geum, there is undeniable chemistry, but will he be able to genuinely care for her, especially given her health condition? Meanwhile, Lee Ki faces another dilemma—he may be falling for his sister-in-law...

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Love Story in Shanghai(像霧像雨又像風)

2001China
MelodramaRomanceDrama

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

Time flows like a river, memories drift like clouds, intertwined like an unchanging tune. Chen Zi Kun faces unexpected misfortunes as he is wrongly accused of a crime and imprisoned. Fang Zi Yi goes to great lengths to free her beloved, seeking help from her friend's brother, Li Ying Qi, who helps secure Zi Kun's release on bail. However, Ying Qi also develops feelings for Zi Yi in the process. Zi Kun takes on a job as a clock repairer and crosses paths with Du Xin Yu, the daughter of Mr. Du whose clocks he fixes. Impressed by Xin Yu's innocence and determination, Zi Kun finds himself drawn to her. He eventually runs away with Zi Yi, while Ying Qi, who is compelled to marry his cousin Fan Li Jun, chooses to be with Zi Yi instead. As Xin Yu falls seriously ill, Mr. Du takes drastic measures to save her by arranging for Zi Kun to be kidnapped and taken to a picturesque county with Xin Yu. During their time together, love blossoms between Zi Kun and Xin Yu.

Recommendation: Qiu Hai Tang (2007) similar to Kegaretashita
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Qiu Hai Tang (2007)(秋海棠)

2007China
MelodramaRomanceFamily

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The drama narrates the romantic relationship between Qiu Hai Tang, a renowned pupil in Yuzhen class, and Luo Xiang Qi, a female student from Normal University

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My Splendid Life(我的灿烂人生)

2011China
Death Of A FatherMelodramaRomanceBankruptcyDeathDramaFamily RelationshipFinancial CrisisFinancial ScandalRiches To RagsSlow Burn RomanceWorkplace Setting

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Qing Tian tragically lost her father in a fatal accident and had her entire inheritance seized by her stepmother. She later secured a job at a local restaurant where she crossed paths with Yu Hao. Yu Hao's grandmother, the proprietor of a successful company, took a liking to Qing Tian. In a bid to motivate Yu Hao, who lacked enthusiasm for the family business, the grandmother decided to name Qing Tian as her heir. This sparked a competitive spirit between Yu Hao and Qing Tian. As they competed, they also began to uncover each other's strengths and virtues.

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Heart of Stone (2025)(铁石心肠)

2025China
Death Of A FatherMelodramaRomanceCEO Male LeadDeath Of A MotherHidden IdentityMeet AgainMistreated Female LeadMisunderstandingRevengeShort Length SeriesVengeful Male Lead

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Xiao Lang, the recently appointed leader, enters with confidence, concealing a mysterious history. He was once the legitimate successor, but lost everything due to his stepmother's deceitful actions. The only bright spot in his difficult upbringing was Su Ming Yu. Returning for payback, her affection once again becomes his saving grace as love conquers revenge. (Youku)

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Jizoku Kanona Koi Desuka: Chichi to Musume no Kekkon Koushinkyoku(持続可能な恋ですか?~父と娘の結婚行進曲~)

2022Japan
Best Friends RelationshipHardworking Female LeadRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDeath Of A MotherDeath Of A WifeDoctor Female LeadHardworking Male LeadInstructor Female LeadNice Female LeadScholar Male Lead

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Kyoka Sawada, a yoga teacher, resides with her father Rintaro Sawada, a scholar of the Japanese language who has lost his enthusiasm for life following his wife's passing. Despite their frequent disagreements, Kyoka feels the weight of taking care of him and is not interested in getting married. However, when Rintaro uncovers a divorce certificate among his late wife's possessions, he becomes determined to find a new spouse and urges Kyoka to seek a partner as well. In their pursuit of love, Kyoka meets Seita Higashimura, a single father with a 7-year-old son.

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Cinderella Game(신데렐라 게임)

2024South Korea
Death Of A FatherMelodramaRomanceAge GapAge GapChairwoman Female LeadCEO Male LeadDeath Of An Adoptive MotherFake ParentFamilyOrphan Supporting CharacterPower DynamicsTour Guide Female Lead

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Ha Na has faced many challenges in her life. Growing up without her mother and losing her father in a tragic fire at a young age, she was taken in by her father's friend. After her adoptive parents passed away, she became the caretaker for her three younger siblings and her best friend Du Na's son. Despite these responsibilities, she works as an international tour guide in the hopes of building a stable family. However, she loses her job due to a strained relationship with Hwang Jin Gu, the president of Hyesung Tours. Fortunately, she is later recruited back after her exceptional guiding skills are recognized by a VIP member. Working closely with Jin Gu, who is always cheerful and genuine, Ha Na finds herself developing feelings for him. Knowing he is already in a relationship, she suppresses her emotions and focuses on her job. But one day, Jin Gu drops a bombshell on her - "Your mother is searching for you." Now faced with a pivotal decision, Ha Na must once again navigate a significant turning point in her life.

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You Are My Sisters(你是我的姐妹)

2015China
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaRomanceBirth SecretDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyFraternal Twin Female LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRude Male LeadSeparated FamilySisters' Relationship

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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?

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Perfect Wedding(大嫁风尚)

2016China
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaRomanceComedyDramaFake MarriageFake RelationshipFamily RelationshipFriendshipHeartbreakMedicalOlder Man-Younger Woman

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Wedding coordinator Xia Ran is on a mission to locate her ex-boyfriend who recently ended their relationship. Dr. Jin Zhi Hao, a young physician, is fed up with his mother's constant concern over his single status. To address their respective dilemmas, they strike a deal: Xia Ran agrees to pose as Jin Zhi Hao's girlfriend in return for his assistance in locating her former beau. As they work together to bring joy to others, the pair gradually develop romantic feelings for each other.

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Save Myself(好一个乖乖女)

2025China
Death Of A FatherDifficult ChildhoodRomanceArtist Female LeadDeath Of A MotherDomestic CrimeDramaEvil Uncle-AuntPainter Female LeadShort Length SeriesTalented Female LeadViolence Against Children

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Duan Xiu Zi and Li Ming Yu crossed paths for the first time at a wedding ceremony. Ming Yu, despite her stunning beauty, had an air of innocence about her. Assigned by her family to capture the bride and groom in a painting, Xiu Zi found her uninspiring. However, Ming Yu surprised him by destroying her own artwork, disrupting the wedding. Intrigued by her boldness, Xiu Zi engaged in a brief affair with her before she vanished without a trace. Consumed by curiosity, Xiu Zi was determined to track her down once again.

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Shining Inheritance(찬란한 유산)

2009South Korea
Hardworking Female LeadMelodramaRomanceElderly CareFamily DisputeFather-Daughter RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipRich FamilyRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRiches To RagsSlow Romance

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Ko Eun Seong's story resembles that of Cinderella

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Sealed with a Kiss(千山暮雪)

2011China
MelodramaPsychologicalRomanceAbusive Male LeadAge GapInfidelityMistress Female LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanPossessive Male LeadRapeSexual AssaultStockholm Syndrome

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This tale delves into the intricate life of Tong Xue, a young professional in interior design who leads a double life as the secret mistress of Mo Shao Qian, a wealthy businessman. Despite providing her with lavish comforts and extravagant gifts, he also subjects her to a tumultuous and painful love affair. Tong Xue harbors a constant fear of him, dreaming and scheming for the day she can break free from his grasp. Yet, when he eventually releases her, she finds herself trapped with no means of escape. Derived from the book "Nightfall Over a Thousand Snowy Mountains" by Fei Wo Si Cun.

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Yong Jiu Grocery Store(用九柑仔店)

2019Taiwan
Best Friends RelationshipHardworking Female LeadRomanceManhua AdaptationBromanceChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaEmotionally Strong Male LeadFlashback To PastHeartbreakPast And PresentVillage Setting

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Jun Long, the protagonist, moved away to attend school in Taipei before coming back to take over the family's grocery store due to his grandfather falling ill. In addition to managing the store, he finds himself safeguarding the deep emotions and memories embedded within it, leading to a stirring recollection of his childhood.

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King the Land(킹더랜드)

2023South Korea
Best Friends RelationshipHardworking Female LeadRomanceComedyHotel ManagementHotel SettingMale Chases Female FirstOpposites AttractRich Male LeadSecondary CoupleSibling RivalryWorkplace Setting

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Known for his intelligence and charisma, Heir Goo Won has a strong distaste for insincere smiles but finds himself drawn to Cheon Sa Rang's authentic expression. As they connect over their mutual quest for genuine happiness, Goo Won becomes embroiled in a battle for inheritance at King of the Land, a prestigious establishment owned by The King Group. Meanwhile, Cheon Sa Rang, with her infectious smile, secures a position at King Hotel, a location filled with nostalgic memories. Despite facing challenges and biases in the workplace, she must put aside her past experiences and adapt quickly.

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The Second Life (2014)(第二次人生)

2014China
MelodramaRomanceMother-Daughter RelationshipRiches To Rags

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The mother and daughter transitioned from a life of wealth in the upper class to poverty in society, but managed to find happiness through perseverance and diligence