Light the Night - Asian drama recommendation
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Light the Night(華燈初上)

2021Taiwan
1980sCorruptionDetective Supporting CharacterDifficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHost-Hostess Club SettingHost-Hostess Supporting CharacterHostess Female LeadLifeRomanceSuspenseThrillerWorkplace Setting

During the 1980s in Taipei's red-light district, women working at a well-known Japanese club experience emotions like jealousy, heartbreak, friendship, love, and betrayal. (Netflix)

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Light The Night

Recommendation: Light the Night Season 3 similar to Light the Night
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Light the Night Season 3(華燈初上 第三季)

2022Taiwan
Detective Supporting CharacterDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHost-Hostess Club SettingHost-Hostess Supporting CharacterHostess Female LeadRomanceSuspenseThrillerBisexual Supporting CharacterDetective Male LeadMysteryPolice CorruptionWaiter-Waitress Supporting Character

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Host-Hostess Club Setting, Host-Hostess Supporting Character, Hostess Female Lead, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

After the accident, the female employees at Light Bar persist in their quest for answers, only to discover that the reality is far more intricate than they had anticipated. (Netflix)

Recommendation: Light the Night Season 2 similar to Light the Night
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Light the Night Season 2(華燈初上 第二季)

2021Taiwan
Detective Supporting CharacterDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHost-Hostess Club SettingHostess Female LeadLifeRomanceSuspenseThrillerChildhood Friends RelationshipDetective Male LeadEstranged ParentScreenwriter Male LeadWaiter-Waitress Supporting Character

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Host-Hostess Club Setting, Hostess Female Lead, Life, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 47% similarity match.

The women of Light Bar are faced with uncovering hidden truths and deceit as they work together to uncover the identity of the individual responsible for the murder of one of their colleagues. (Netflix)

Recommendation: Feng Kuang De Pian Ju similar to Light the Night
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Feng Kuang De Pian Ju(疯狂的骗局)

2010China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love Is Love in the End similar to Light the Night
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Love Is Love in the End(爱就爱到底)

2010China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Rage of Love similar to Light the Night
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Rage of Love(怒海情仇)

2013China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

In 1927, the Kuomintang rebels orchestrated the "April 15th Incident" in Guangzhou. Cheng Yihai, the head of Yihai Shipping, the largest maritime company in Guangzhou, was assassinated by Kuomintang soldier Xiang Guoqiang under the guise of the "Green Party". Xiang Guoqiang then proceeded to hunt down and kill Cheng Yihai's three siblings - Cheng Tao, Cheng Yi, and Cheng Yun - who each fled separately. Cheng Tao, the eldest brother, resolved to enlist in the Huangpu Military Academy to seek vengeance against Xiang Guoqiang. Cheng Yi, the second brother, found work at the docks and secretly joined the underground branch of the Communist Party of China before securing a position at Wanli Shipping. Cheng Yun, the youngest sister, was taken in by a performer during her escape and lived on the streets. Several years later, the three siblings from the Cheng family embarked on a quest for retribution.

Recommendation: Yu Xue Ji Zhe similar to Light the Night
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Yu Xue Ji Zhe(浴血记者)

2009China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hard Fate similar to Light the Night
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Hard Fate(翡翠戀曲)

2004Hong Kong
DramaRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

After receiving guidance from her aunt, Flora discovers that possessing a pair of unique jade stones can bring balance into one's life. Unfortunately, her aunt has misplaced one of the jades and is desperate to reunite them before she passes away. With determination, Flora successfully tracks down the missing jade and reunites the pair. However, after this event, Flora begins experiencing unsettling nightmares that appear to convey a significant message.

Recommendation: Hu Tong similar to Light the Night
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Hu Tong(胡同)

2022China
1980sDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeRomance1950sAnthologyFamilyLeadership

Like Light the Night, this drama also features 1980s, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

"Hutong" is segmented into three distinct time periods, highlighting the eras of the 1950s, 1980s, and the current 21st century. The narrative follows the journey of three generations of women who have been dedicated to serving the community since its inception. From the early days of establishment to present times, these women have remained steadfast in their commitment to the neighborhood. Their experiences reflect the evolving youth culture in different time periods, offering a glimpse into the rich Hutong Culture of Beijing. Tian Zao, a dedicated grassroots worker since the early days of liberation, rose to become a respected leader in the resident's committee, serving the community for over 70 years. Engaging in activities such as counterespionage, promoting literacy, and organizing donations for the volunteer army, Tian Zao's legacy continued as she encouraged her daughter to carry on her work. Even after retirement, Tian Zao remained dedicated to her role, eventually passing the torch to her granddaughter when she turned 90.

Recommendation: My Way (2022) similar to Light the Night
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My Way (2022)(第二次拥抱)

2022China
DramaLifeRomanceSuspenseThrillerDeathFamilyFemale Centered PlotSuicide

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Life, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

The tragic death of her closest friend, Cheng Ru Ying, has a profound impact on four mothers - Fang Yuan, Jin Lu, You Xiao Zhu, and Ding Mu Mu - as they strive to uncover the circumstances surrounding her suicide. This incident disrupts the seemingly perfect life of Fang Yuan, a devoted homemaker. Meanwhile, Jin Lu, a career-driven curator, faces unexpected challenges when she becomes pregnant by her temporary boyfriend just as she is on the brink of achieving her professional aspirations. Together, the four mothers courageously navigate through obstacles in pursuit of their original dreams while also joining forces to seek justice for Cheng Ru Ying and uncover the truth behind her untimely demise. (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Invisible Life similar to Light the Night
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Invisible Life(这就是生活)

2020China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapFamily RelationshipSecret RelationshipWorkplace Romance

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Life, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 28% similarity match.

To prevent her mother from interfering in her romantic life, Ye Xiao Bai decides to participate in a business project led by the strict boss Guan Yi He. Despite workplace rules prohibiting romantic relationships among colleagues, Xiao Bai and Yi He secretly fall in love and eventually get married in secret. While Xiao Bai initially believes life is going well, the pressure of keeping their relationship hidden begins to strain their family. As personal and professional challenges arise, Xiao Bai becomes more aware of the obstacles women face in the workplace and the difficulty of balancing work and family life. Through these experiences, she transforms from a naive girl to a stronger individual, excelling in her career and protecting her family and marriage.

Recommendation: Saiai similar to Light the Night
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Saiai(最愛)

2021Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterDramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerWorkplace SettingBusiness IndustryBusinesswoman Female LeadCEO Female LeadInvestigationLawyer Supporting CharacterMysteryPharmaceutical IndustryReporter Supporting Character

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Drama, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

In a gripping romantic tale, Sanada Rio, a successful businesswoman, finds herself entangled in a murder investigation as a key witness. Her first love, a detective determined to uncover the truth, and a lawyer dedicated to protecting her, become crucial players in the unfolding drama. Flashback to 2006, when a disappearance rocked the quiet town of Rio's childhood. Now, fifteen years later, the past returns as the individual linked to the case resurfaces in Rio's life, forcing her to confront long-buried memories.

Recommendation: Big Issue similar to Light the Night
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Big Issue(빅이슈)

2019South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadRomanceThrillerWorkplace SettingBadass Female LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipEx-spouse RelationshipInvestigationMysteryNews IndustryPaparazzi Male LeadPhotography

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Romance, Thriller, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Amidst the chaotic realm of paparazzi journalism, Han Seok Ju finds his life shattered due to a single photograph, resulting in the loss of his position as a photographer for a leading newspaper and the disintegration of his family. Ji Su Hyeon, the infamous editor-in-chief of a paparazzi agency, recruits him to work as a paparazzi photographer.

Recommendation: Ming Xing Wei Qing similar to Light the Night
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Ming Xing Wei Qing(明星危情)

2009China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

During a film and television awards ceremony, actress He Xiao Hui once again took home the award for best actress, marking a peak in her career. She quickly rose to fame with the media's coverage and the intense adoration of her loyal fans. However, He Xiao Hui's joy was short-lived as she stumbled upon images of her husband Zhao Zi Jian being unfaithful. Struggling to come to terms with this betrayal, the couple decided to part ways through a divorce. Little did He Xiao Hui know, there were sinister forces at play behind Zhao Zi Jian's decision to end their marriage.

Recommendation: 7 Days in Life similar to Light the Night
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7 Days in Life(隔離七日情)

2011Hong Kong
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerMelodrama

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Calvin and Christy, two skilled criminals, find themselves isolated in Wonderful Harbour Hotel for a week following the identification of a guest with H1N1 by the Hong Kong authorities. While at the hotel, the duo interacts with a police officer, a bellhop, a sex worker, a journalist, a notorious thief, and various affluent and less fortunate guests and staff members who form unlikely connections during their time in quarantine.

Recommendation: Lobbyist similar to Light the Night
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Lobbyist(로비스트 (说客))

2007South Korea
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerAction

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

This drama revolves around a female lobbyist navigating the world of global arms dealers. Kang Tae Hyuk is the heir to a leading arms manufacturing firm in Korea. He is a young entrepreneur with an impeccable appearance and eloquent speech. Possessing a natural talent for lobbying, he is also an expert strategist. His ambition is to dominate the entire Asian market.

Recommendation: Love Insurance similar to Light the Night
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Love Insurance(情爱保险)

2007China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerInsurance Industry

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The insurance industry is often compared to a game of chance, where policyholders wager that something will happen while insurance companies bet against it. In this analogy, insurance companies are seen as the main players, with some insurers taking advantage of the situation. Leading life consultants are likened to judges in this scenario, with characters like Tong Wish, Tang Tianshou, and Gao Ming playing the role of life insurance consultants at the forefront. (Sina)

Recommendation: Unicorn ni Notte similar to Light the Night
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Unicorn ni Notte(ユニコーンに乗って)

2022Japan
Difficult AdulthoodDramaLifeRomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessCEO Female LeadMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadSecret Crush

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Life, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Narukawa Sana, a young entrepreneur, established the startup "Dream Pony" specializing in educational apps at the age of 23. Despite her ambitious goal of turning "Dream Pony" into a unicorn company accessible worldwide within a decade, Narukawa has been disappointed by the lack of significant growth. Blinded by her dedication to work, Narukawa has neglected her personal life and romantic relationships. When middle-aged salaryman Kotori Satoshi joins "Dream Pony" after a career change, Narukawa initially resists him but eventually warms up as Kotori shares valuable insights from his own experiences. Meanwhile, Narukawa's co-founder Suzaki Ko harbors unrequited feelings for her, which are further complicated by Kotori's presence. The team finds themselves entangled in a complex web of work and love.

Recommendation: 28 Faces of the Moon similar to Light the Night
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28 Faces of the Moon(28개의달)

2016South Korea
DramaLifeRomanceSuspenseThrillerDeath Of A FiancéeInvestigationMiniseriesMysteryShort Length Series

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Life, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

A man's life takes a drastic turn for the worse when his fiancée passes away just days ahead of their wedding.

Recommendation: Women of Shanghai similar to Light the Night
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Women of Shanghai(上海女子图鉴)

2018China
DramaLifeRomanceWorkplace SettingCity SettingWeb Series

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Life, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot centers on a young woman who decides to remain in Shanghai following her college graduation. Despite encountering various men, she remains focused on her goal of joining the top 10% of the city's residents. Luo Hai Yan, a student from a rural area, is determined to establish a successful career in Shanghai. The arrival of Zhang Tian Hao, Chen Xiao Wei, and Yan Bing influences her life significantly.

Recommendation: The Best Man similar to Light the Night
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The Best Man(乘龙赘婿)

2024China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Chen Zhuo, the heir, disguises himself as a security guard at Xu Mei Ying's company in order to investigate his mother's mysterious death. However, he finds himself unexpectedly becoming her son-in-law and living with her. At the same time, his twin brother Chen Yue pretends to be him to claim the family fortune. As the family's expectations weigh heavily on him, he must confront lies and strive for a new beginning.

Recommendation: Split Second similar to Light the Night
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Split Second(爭分奪秒)

2004Hong Kong
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerActionCrime

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Into Thin Air similar to Light the Night
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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMystery

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Michael Miu, portraying the character Ko Chung Ching, left his position as a police officer to establish a private detective agency following the disappearance of his son, Tsun Sing. This happened while Miu was investigating the "Rose Killer" case. His team consists of Power Chan as Man Kai Ching Super, Bernice Liu as Man Tai Po, and Vivien Yeo as Lam Yan Yan. Kenneth Ma plays a police officer who becomes involved in the "Rose Killer" investigation alongside Miu. Ching continues the search for his son, meeting Melissa Ng's character Lai Siu, who manages a group of part-time actors. Lai Siu discovers her connection to Sing's disappearance and agrees to assist in locating him out of feelings of guilt.

Recommendation: Greed Mask similar to Light the Night
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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMystery

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Ko Fung is the heir to a successful cosmetics company, where his girlfriend Lok Pui Pui serves as the brand ambassador. During a promotional event for their new makeup line, Pui Pui shocked everyone by appearing in a red traditional dress instead of the planned wedding gown, before suddenly collapsing. Rumors spread that she may have been targeted by the vengeful spirit of a deceased celebrity, known for inspiring copycat suicides. Si To San, a company employee, was later invited to dinner at Ko Fung's home by his father, who claimed to be close friends with Si To San's uncle. Tragically, Ko Fung's father was discovered dead in his study weeks later. With numerous suspects in the mix, it is now up to Ko Fung, Si To San, and Zhou Yee Tong to solve the mystery, unless one of them is the culprit themselves.

Recommendation: Itoshiki Mono e similar to Light the Night
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Itoshiki Mono e(愛しき者へ)

2003Japan
DramaLifeSuspenseThrillerCharacter DevelopmentSurrogacy

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Life, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

This play explores the advantages and disadvantages of surrogacy. Haruna, a student at a medical school, comes across a man with a knife wound at a party where she is working part-time. After helping the man, she forms a close bond with him and his wife, who are struggling with infertility issues. The wife, Kaoru, decides to pursue surrogacy in order to repair her relationship with her husband. With the assistance of her doctor, Kaoru chooses Haruna as her surrogate. Despite financial difficulties, Haruna agrees to carry the couple's child. Throughout the pregnancy, Haruna grows attached to the baby growing inside her and also develops feelings for the nobleman. After giving birth, the child is handed over to Kaoru, who names her Mirei. Haruna continues to provide breast milk for the baby and longs to be a part of her life.

Recommendation: Zoku. Saigo kara Nibanme no Koi similar to Light the Night
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Zoku. Saigo kara Nibanme no Koi(続・最後から二番目の恋)

2014Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeRomanceFriendshipSismance

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Life, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yoshino Chiaki, a television drama producer, remains unmarried at the age of 48. Meanwhile, Nagakura Wahei, a staff member at Kamakura City's Tourist Promotion Department, is 52 years old. Despite their combined age totaling 100, the two continue to engage in playful arguments every time they cross paths. This is a tale of mature individuals experiencing a youthful romance, focusing on the relationship between Chiaki and Wahei.

Recommendation: Dear X similar to Light the Night
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Dear X(To.엑스)

2024South Korea
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Ji Yeon, whose life was devastated by untrue gossip, decides to seek vengeance against her former close friend, Yu Mi. (Shortime)

Recommendation: Lu Xiang Dai similar to Light the Night
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Lu Xiang Dai(录像带)

2006China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMystery

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot revolves around the rivalry between a female offender and a policewoman. The narrative adheres to the prevailing theme of mystery and suspense dramas, with the discovery of a recording or video tape serving as a crucial clue to uncover the origins of the female criminal's misdeeds. Additionally, a romantic subplot between Lian Hai and Ning Jie intensifies the suspense of the storyline.

Recommendation: C.I.D. similar to Light the Night
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C.I.D.(刑警2人組)

2006China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerActionCrime

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Million Bride similar to Light the Night
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Million Bride(真爱之百万新娘)

2006China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerFamilyMultiple Mains

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Jyouou Season 2 similar to Light the Night
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Jyouou Season 2(嬢王Virgin)

2009Japan
DramaHost-Hostess Club SettingHostess Female LeadRomanceAdapted From A MangaFriendship

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Host-Hostess Club Setting, Hostess Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Ando Mai, an 18-year-old high school student, has always been popular among the boys at her school. Unfortunately, this has also made her a target of jealousy and bullying from her female peers. To overcome the trauma she has experienced, Mai decides to enter the "Hostess Grand Prix" competition in hopes of being crowned the top kyabakura hostess and winning the grand prize of 300,000,000 yen.

Recommendation: The Empress (2011) similar to Light the Night
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The Empress (2011)(여제)

2011South Korea
DramaHost-Hostess Club SettingHostess Female LeadRomanceAdapted From A MangaRevenge

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Host-Hostess Club Setting, Hostess Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Seo In Hwa is a university student pursuing a degree in painting at a renowned institution. She aspires to lead a life distinct from her mother's, who owned a hostess bar, yet finds herself oppressed by the influence of wealth and authority. Consequently, In Hwa takes a job as a hostess in a bar. Despite facing numerous challenges, she strives to excel and ultimately becomes the top in her profession. Following her success, In Hwa sets out to exact revenge on the powerful men who shattered her life and contributed to her mother's demise.

Recommendation: Remembrance of Things Past similar to Light the Night
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Remembrance of Things Past(我在他乡挺好的)

2021China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapBest Friends RelationshipDeathFriendshipMultiple MainsSismanceSuicide

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Life, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

This is a tale about a group of young individuals born in the 1980s and 1990s who cross paths in Beijing. Despite facing various trials in the bustling city, they cling to their aspirations and encounter tests in their personal lives, careers, and relationships. Qiao Xi Chen, a bright and driven woman from a small town, relocates to Beijing to pursue her education and excel in the corporate sector. Her world is turned upside down by the sudden passing of her close friend, Hu Jing Jing. Alongside her companions Xu Yan and Ji Nan Jia, who is Hu Jing Jing's cousin, Qiao Xi Chen mourns the loss while carrying Jing Jing in their hearts. Amidst a period of layoffs announced by the new leader Jian Yi Fan at work, Qiao Xi Chen faces unexpected challenges in a project she is overseeing. With perseverance and support from her colleagues, she overcomes the obstacles and also embarks on a romance with Jian Yi Fan. Despite being reassigned when her superior returns, Qiao Xi Chen remains composed and focused on excelling in her duties. Meanwhile, Ji Nan Jia navigates her company through operational difficulties caused by shifting market demands, prompting her to seek out new business ventures. Xu Yan opts to remain in Beijing for her native boyfriend, but their relationship falters due to conflicting spending habits. Through each hardship they encounter, the trio learns the importance of optimism, hard work, dedication, and resilience as they journey towards a fresh start.

Recommendation: Dear Missy similar to Light the Night
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Dear Missy(了不起的女孩)

2020China
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeRomanceWorkplace SettingBest Friends RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipCo-workers' RelationshipOffice SettingPublishing House SettingRoommates' RelationshipSismance

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Life, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

The tale of Lu Ke and Shen Si Yi, two women with different personalities who share a strong bond as best friends. Their friendship faced challenges during their graduation, but after nine years they reunite and mend their relationship. Together, they support each other through life's obstacles and work towards overcoming challenges. (DramaWiki, Baidu) Adaptation of the American TV show Gossip Girl [2007].

Recommendation: Love's Lies similar to Light the Night
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Love's Lies(真爱的谎言)

2018China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerDrug TraffickingInvestigationMystery

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

A narrative about an undercover agent infiltrating a dangerous drug organization in order to dismantle it. The life of Dou Dou, a regular office worker, is disrupted when she receives a package containing illegal drugs from her ex-fiancé Jin Yuan, who disappeared on their wedding day seven years ago. Instead of going to the authorities, Dou Dou decides to confront Jin Yuan herself. Detective Qiao Liang has been monitoring Jin Yuan due to suspicions of his involvement in various criminal activities, including drug distribution and money laundering. Dou Dou, still attached to her ex, tries to help him start a new life without realizing that he is actually an undercover police officer.

Recommendation: You Ta Chen Lun Hou, Li Xiao Jie Sha Feng Le (2025) similar to Light the Night
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You Ta Chen Lun Hou, Li Xiao Jie Sha Feng Le (2025)(诱他沉沦后,黎小姐杀疯了)

2025China
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Li An Xia, who was taken in by the Li family, was tricked by her own sister and fiancé and ended up in the brutal Kebang, where she endured unimaginable suffering. Fortunately, she crossed paths with Lu Ting, a member of the Li family, and cleverly devised a plan to win his affections. As their bond grew stronger, they teamed up to flee Kebang and seek vengeance.

Recommendation: The Ultimate Addiction similar to Light the Night
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The Ultimate Addiction(點金勝手)

2014Hong Kong
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerActionCrimeOpen Relationship

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Obsessed with wealth and authority, Cheuk Yuk ignores his family and friends, leading to the deaths of his wife and mentor. Rather than feeling remorse, he becomes even more consumed by his desire for money and power. His brother-in-law, Chow Sun Yung, a diligent CCB inspector, is determined to bring him to justice. With the help of his superior, HO Sheung Yee, and subordinate, Chi Nga, they gather evidence against Cheuk Yuk. Sun Yung holds Chi Nga in high regard and sees her as his protege, but she shocks him by resigning and joining forces with Cheuk Yuk. Winning the trust of Cheuk Yuk's second wife, Fong Ming Yu, Chi Nga assists in handling Chai Pui Fun, a prominent figure in finance. It appears that Chi Nga has taken control, thwarting Cheuk Yuk's ambitions.

Recommendation: Zouka no Mitsu similar to Light the Night
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Zouka no Mitsu(造花の蜜)

2011Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterDramaSuspenseThrillerInvestigationMiniseriesMystery

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Detective Supporting Character, Drama, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story begins with the abduction of a young child, which appears to be a kidnapping for ransom. However, the kidnapper surprises everyone by not demanding a specific amount of money, instead leaving it up to the victim to decide. This puts the police in a difficult position as they try to figure out the kidnapper's motives. Adding to the challenge, the ransom exchange is set to take place in a public location during the daytime, adding insult to injury for the authorities. As the case unfolds, it becomes clear that this is just the beginning of a much larger and more complex investigation involving a 700 million yen ransom. Can Detective Hashiba, a seasoned expert in kidnapping cases, successfully apprehend the elusive criminal known as Ran?

Recommendation: Rika: Reverse similar to Light the Night
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Rika: Reverse(リカ~リバース~)

2021Japan
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationFamilyMiniseries

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 24% similarity match.

Illustrates the early years of the main protagonist Rika from the initial TV show in 2019. Based on the book "Rika".

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Sono Onna, Jiruba(その女、ジルバ)

2021Japan
DramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHostess Female LeadLifeAdapted From A MangaMidlife CrisisMiniseries

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At the age of 40, Usui Arata finds herself facing a difficult situation after being betrayed by her fiance and demoted to work in the logistics warehouse. Feeling hopeless about her future with no dreams, savings, or partner, she comes across an elderly woman in need of help one morning. Little does she know, this encounter will have a significant impact on her life. As she navigates through unwelcome events at work, she is shocked to come face-to-face with her ex-fiance, who is now her new section chief. Feeling lost and stressed, Arata stumbles upon a job opportunity as a hostess at a retro bar for women over 40. Despite her initial doubts, she decides to take on the job in hopes of turning her life around. Joining a team of mature hostesses, she rediscovers her forgotten values and begins to blossom in this new environment as the youngest member of the group.

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Golden Cross(골든 크로스)

2014South Korea
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerDouble IdentityMelodramaRevenge

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A clandestine group referred to as "Golden Cross" exerts significant influence over the Korean economy and market through its extensive connections and wealth. Prosecutor Kang Do-yoon becomes embroiled in their activities when one of their schemes leads to the murder of his cherished sister, for which his father is subsequently wrongfully accused. Determined to avenge his sister, Do-yoon sets his sights on Seo Dong-ha, the influential figure behind the organization. However, his mission becomes complicated when he discovers that Seo is the father of the woman he loves, his colleague Seo Yi-re. Yi-re is an honorable prosecutor dedicated to justice; she has always held her father in high regard, and her world is upended when she uncovers his sinister side. At the same time, Seo mentors businessman Michael Jang, whose insatiable ambition soon drives him to compete with Seo for supremacy. This sets the stage for a confrontation involving power, wealth, and personal conflicts.

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Game of Succession(สายรักสายเลือด)

2025Thailand
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerDeath Of A MotherInvestigationMystery

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Driven by the passing of his mother, an absent will, and hidden truths, Mekhin embarks on a quest for justice and to assert his rights as the rightful heir.

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Copyface(コピーフェイス〜消された私〜)

2016Japan
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationMelodramaMiniseries

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In the novel "Mirror Image" by Sandra Brown, Hirosawa Nodoka, a freelance journalist, infiltrates a cosmetic surgery clinic by befriending Fuyuko, the wife of the clinic's director Asakura Shuji. Nodoka's investigative mission takes a tragic turn when the plane she is on crashes, leading to her being mistaken for Fuyuko. With the help of plastic surgery, Nodoka's face is reconstructed to resemble Fuyuko's, and she wakes up believing she is Shuji's wife due to amnesia caused by the accident. As Nodoka begins to regain her memories, she faces a difficult choice between revealing the clinic's wrongdoings and returning to her old life, or continuing to live a lie for the sake of love.

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Liar Game Season 2(ライアーゲーム 2)

2009Japan
Difficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadSuspenseThrillerAdapted From A MangaDebtGameMoral DilemmaNaive Female LeadPsychologicalSmart Male LeadTeamwork

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 23% similarity match.

Kanzaki Nao, an innocent individual, and Akiyama Shinichi, a skilled con artist, have not received any communication from the LIAR GAME organization since the conclusion of the last game. It appears they may have successfully evaded capture. However, Nao is unexpectedly invited to participate in another round of the game, once again entangling herself in its web. This time, she must collaborate with Shinichi and their former rival Fukunaga, as they confront three new adversaries in deceitful games such as "24 Rensou Russian Roulette" and "17 Poker."

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The Limit (2021)(THE LIMIT)

2021Japan
DramaLifeRomanceSuspenseThrillerAnthologyCharacter DevelopmentCrimeMiniseriesMultiple MainsPsychological ManipulationStalkingViolence

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Surprising histories, undisclosed motives, and shocking revelations come to light. When individuals are placed in restricted environments with little time and resources, their true character is revealed. A single decision has the power to alter the course of their lives. (Credit: jdramas.wordpress.com)

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Fukushuu no Miboujin(復讐の未亡人)

2022Japan
DramaRomanceSuspenseThrillerWorkplace SettingContract Employee Female LeadDeathDeath Of A HusbandMild Sexual ContentOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadRevengeSuicide

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Suzuki Mitsu is a skilled contract engineer employed at an IT firm, but she didn't choose to work there for their perks

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Warau Shukujo(嗤う淑女)

2024Japan
Detective Supporting CharacterDifficult AdulthoodDramaThrillerWorkplace SettingAdvisor Female LeadConsultant Female LeadCousins RelationshipHidden PastMysteryOffice SettingPsychological ManipulationSecret

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Nonomiya Kyoko and her relative Gamo Michiru are finally reunited after being separated for many years. Despite a dark secret they shared in school, Kyoko has been avoiding Michiru for the past 17 years. However, fate brings them back together as Michiru takes control of the company where Kyoko works. Meanwhile, Michiru starts a counseling service to help people facing various life problems, using their desires to manipulate and cause despair. Kyoko finds herself entangled in Michiru's schemes, gradually becoming drawn to the sinister girl. What will become of these two individuals connected by their past crime?

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Find Me if You Can(숨은 그놈 찾기)

2021South Korea
Emotionally Strong Female LeadRomanceSuspenseThrillerWorkplace SettingEntertainment IndustryInvestigationMysteryReverse-HaremShort Length SeriesStalkingWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

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The TV show "Hunt Me Down" follows Sun Jung as she navigates a complex love triangle involving her close friend Seol Yoo Hwan, her ex-boyfriend who wants to reconcile, and a famous actor named Choi Jung Sang. As Sun Jung grapples with the romantic entanglements, she also becomes the target of a mysterious stalker, receiving unsettling messages that leave her wondering about the identity of her watcher. (

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Imperfect Us(不夠善良的我們)

2024Taiwan
Difficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeRomanceCalm Female LeadFemale Centered PlotFemale RivalryJealousyLonelinessLove TriangleMeet AgainPartially Filmed Abroad

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The narrative kicks off with a clash of styles

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Chief of Staff(보좌관 - 세상을 움직이는 사람들)

2019South Korea
CorruptionDifficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadWorkplace SettingAssemblyman Male LeadCompetent Female LeadDeath Of A MotherEmotionally Strong Male LeadLawLawyer Female LeadPoliticalWorkplace Violence

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Corruption, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Emotionally Strong Female Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Jang Tae Joon, who previously served as a detective and is an alumnus of the Korean National Police University, takes on the role of chief aide to a lawmaker who has been elected four times after shifting his career to the political arena. Fueled by his aspirations, he successfully positions his lawmaker as the representative of the party but seeks to acquire greater influence. Kang Sun Young, a newly elected lawmaker and party spokesperson, came into office through proportional representation. With a background as a lawyer and television host, she is both ambitious and capable. Her dynamic with Jang Tae Joon is complicated, as her supervisor is a competitor of the senior lawmaker who assisted her in her political journey.

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All the Way to the Sun(一路朝阳)

2023China
Difficult AdulthoodDramaLifeRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapBusinessChasing A DreamDysfunctional MarriageLawyer Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadPast FailureReal Estate Agent Supporting Character

Like Light the Night, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Life, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Li Mu Jia, a determined young woman from Beidiao, rose through the ranks from an assistant to a successful attorney at a prestigious law firm in Beijing