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Lao Ba Lao Ma Xiong Di Jie Mei

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Describes the relationships and marriages of three youthful couples

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

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

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

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

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

Ten years ago, Huo Qi decided to end his marriage with Lin Shan due to the involvement of a third party, leaving behind his wife and daughter, Lin Ran Ran. Surprisingly, after a decade, he reappeared at Lin Shan's doorstep with his daughter from his second marriage, Huo Cong. By this time, Lin Shan was already in a relationship with Xiao Yan for two years. Huo Qi, who had lost his second wife to illness, seemed to have ulterior motives for reconnecting with his ex-wife after being absent for so long. Amidst the confusion, conflicts, and arguments, what else did he bring along?

He Yu Zhu works as a chef at the canteen of a steel factory. Despite being known as "Silly Zhu", he is a kind and just person who prefers actions over words. Qin Huai Ru, a fellow worker at the factory, resides in the same neighborhood. She is a devoted and capable mother to her son and two daughters, facing hardships after her husband's death due to a work-related accident. Another neighbor, Xu Da Mao, a projectionist at the steel mill, is known for his selfish nature and disdain for those he considers fools. The courtyard is also home to "three uncles", respected elderly workers who mediate and resolve disputes among neighbors. Although seemingly indifferent, Silly Zhu has a compassionate heart. He not only provides support for Qin Huai Ru's family, but also helps a deaf elderly woman in need. Over time, through interactions with his neighbors, Silly Zhu matures and takes on the responsibilities of a caring and responsible man. With the onset of reform and opening up, Silly Zhu opens a restaurant and transforms the courtyard into a nursing home, fostering a happy and harmonious community with his "neighbors and family".

In the movie "Growing Up Together", CEO Wan Tian Ye and a nurse make the joint decision to adopt a child they discover at the scene of a car accident. Through raising the child, they also navigate their own journey of growth and development together.

The comedy takes place in contemporary times and follows the relationships of three couples as they navigate the complexities of both work and love.

The protagonist, Jia Qing, hails from a wealthy background, but tragically loses her family in a single day. This leaves her and her younger sister to navigate life on their own. Struggling in poverty, she crosses paths with a kindhearted man, Chen Ruo Xuan, whom she falls in love with. However, as she uncovers clues about her family's murder, she decides to marry into the enemy's household, aligning herself with their naive son, Kim Jung Hoon, who is not as he seems. Meanwhile, her former beau is ambushed and undergoes a transformation to become a pirate.

In the late 1990s, a small northern town saw the once close relationship between the third sister and brother of the Han family deteriorate due to a family disagreement. The eldest sister, Han Ai Mei, was known for her frugality and dedication to the family, while the second sister, Han Ai Lan, was brave and responsible. The third sister, Han Ai Zhu, was clever and honest, and the kind-hearted Han Ai Song pursued justice. The eldest brother-in-law, Xu Bao Lai, aimed to improve the winery, while the second brother-in-law, Zhao Jin Zhi, had his own ideas on how to navigate the changing social landscape. As a result, household and business matters were in disarray.

A heartwarming tale unfolds between a regular mother residing in a quaint town in northern Jiangsu and her five children from the beginning of the 1980s until the start of the new century. (DramaWiki)

The narrative follows a young man from a countryside background who manages to break free from poverty and rugged landscapes

Describes the challenges faced by three consecutive generations of forest workers in the Xiaoxing'anling forest region in Northeast China

The plot revolves around Yu Lao Le making a choice to help his son by organizing a team to visit a nursing home and provide support to the elderly residents

The focus of this tale is on a grandfather, his three offspring, and their respective families, however, it is the grandfather's youthful spouse and her daughters-in-law, Lee Hwi Hyang, who truly capture the spotlight.