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Lookism(外貌至上主义)

2019China
Adapted From A WebtoonBody SwapDouble IdentityGrandma-Grandson RelationshipMysteryNice Male LeadPoor Male LeadRomanceSchool BullyingSecretSecret CrushStudent Male LeadSupernaturalThriller

After being the target of bullies, Wen Shua switches schools and realizes he has two different bodies - one considered "ugly" and the other handsome. He spends his waking hours in the attractive body, only to return to his original one when he falls asleep. This change leads to newfound popularity and experiences, but the handsome body holds a hidden secret. As the true owner, Kris, starts to regain control, the mystery begins to unfold.

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Recommendation: Mask (2017) similar to Lookism
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Mask (2017)(마스크)

2017South Korea
Double IdentityNice Male LeadRomanceSecret CrushSupernaturalBody TransformationDoppelgangerHidden IdentityIdol Female LeadPatissier Male LeadSecret RelationshipWeb Series

Like Lookism, this drama also features Double Identity, Nice Male Lead, Romance, Secret Crush, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

The online series revolves around an enchanted mask that can change the appearance of the person wearing it, enhancing their beauty. Anita is a member of the well-known girl group, Masera. Previously, she was known as Lee Chae Ri, an overweight and unattractive woman who underwent a transformation after putting on the mask. Yoon Yoo Noh is captivated by Anita as she bears a striking resemblance to his late girlfriend.

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Deep in My Heart(我心深触)

2019China
MysteryNice Male LeadRomanceSupernaturalThrillerDissociative Identity DisorderFriendshipInvestigationKidnappingMale Chases Female FirstMurderPsychometrySupernatural PhenomenaSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Nice Male Lead, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale about uncovering enigmas and finding solace centers around a man possessing unique skills and a woman with a split personality. Kong Yi Fei leads a double life, serving as a music instructor at a college and a criminal profiler gifted with the ability to sense the past through touch. Han Bing is a passionate female journalist whose alter ego is a wild soul. Their paths cross unexpectedly during a series of murders, leading them to collaborate with their detective friend Xu Gao Sheng in pursuit of the true perpetrator. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Aftermath (2014) similar to Lookism
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Aftermath (2014)(후유증)

2014South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMysteryStudent Male LeadSupernaturalThrillerActionHigh SchoolMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesSupernatural PowerSuspenseTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Mystery, Student Male Lead, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

High schooler An Dae Yong unexpectedly gains the power to sense when a person is on the verge of committing murder and when another is destined to be the victim

Recommendation: The Backlight of Love similar to Lookism
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The Backlight of Love(逆光之恋)

2015China
MysteryRomanceSecretSupernaturalThrillerNovel AdaptationAngel Supporting CharacterDramaFantasyGhostInvestigationKarmaSuspenseUnrequited Love

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Secret, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

On the day of her wedding, Jiang Li fled and was subsequently stabbed. A heavenly figure materializes before her soul, revealing that she must uncover her assailant within a week. Struggling to recall her past since graduating from college, she embarks on a journey to unravel the mystery. It turns out that her perceptions were not entirely accurate.

Recommendation: Otomen similar to Lookism
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Otomen(オトメン)

2009Japan
Nice Male LeadRomanceSecret CrushStudent Male LeadSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaComedyFamily PressureHidden PersonalityHigh SchoolKendoNice Female LeadStudent Female LeadYouth

Like Lookism, this drama also features Nice Male Lead, Romance, Secret Crush, Student Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Masamune Asuka, a well-liked high school student who excels in kendo. Despite his tough image, he has a hidden love for sweets and romantic manga, as well as talent in sewing and cooking. His feelings are put at risk when he develops a crush on new student Miyakozuka Ryo, potentially revealing his secret. This story is inspired by the manga series "Otomen" by Aya Kanno.

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Switched(宇宙を駆けるよだか)

2018Japan
Body SwapNice Male LeadSchool BullyingSupernaturalThrillerAdapted From A MangaDramaHigh SchoolIdentity SwapLove TrianglePsychologicalSuicideSupernatural PhenomenaUnrequited Love

Like Lookism, this drama also features Body Swap, Nice Male Lead, School Bullying, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

A well-liked high school student suddenly switches bodies with a less popular classmate, who has no desire to switch back. The story follows Ayumi Kohinata, a shy and charming first-year student who is thrilled about her new relationship. However, her plans are disrupted when she receives a disturbing call from Zenko Umine, warning her of imminent danger. Ayumi witnesses Zenko's apparent suicide, only to wake up in the hospital in Zenko's body. This series is based on the manga "Sora wo Kakeru Yodaka" by Kawabata Shiki.

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Itoshii Uso: Yasashii Yami(愛しい嘘~優しい闇~)

2022Japan
MysteryRomanceSecretSecret CrushThrillerAttempted MurderChildhood Friends RelationshipDeathDramaFlashback To PastFriendshipMurderNice Female LeadSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Secret, Secret Crush, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Mio reunites with her first love, Shuichi, during a middle school reunion, leading to a reignition of her feelings for him. However, their reunion takes a dark turn as members of the gathering begin mysteriously dying one by one.

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Save Me(구해줘)

2017South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMysteryNice Male LeadSchool BullyingThrillerActionBromanceCharacter DevelopmentCrime Against MoralityCultDramaFake ReligionInchoate CrimeSmart Female Lead

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Mystery, Nice Male Lead, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

After her father's business collapses, Sang Mi and her family relocate to Muji-gun, where they lack friends and family connections. In this new place, she encounters four young men: Han Sang Hwan, Seok Dong Cheol, Woo Jung Hoon, and Choi Man Hee. When Sang Mi's family encounters difficulties, Spiritual Father Baek Jung Ki from Goosunwon extends his assistance. However, her family gradually becomes entangled in a pseudo-religious cult, prompting the four young men to attempt to rescue her.

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Sweet Revenge Season 2(복수노트 2)

2018South Korea
MysteryRomanceStudent Male LeadSupernaturalThrillerBrothers' RelationshipFriends To LoversNeighbors' RelationshipSchool SettingSchool ViolenceStudent Female LeadSuspenseTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Student Male Lead, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Upon finding a mobile application that allows users to exact revenge on their selected targets, a girl confronts bullies and fights against unfairness at her school—ultimately finding herself in a romantic entanglement with the charming twin brothers who have recently arrived in the neighborhood. (AsianCrush)

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Longing Heart(애간장)

2018South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMysteryNice Male LeadRomanceStudent Male LeadComedyDoctor Female LeadFantasyFirst LoveHidden IdentityInvestigationMale Chases Female FirstStudent Female LeadTime Travel

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Mystery, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Shin Woo, a man filled with regret, reflects on how he lost his first love a decade ago due to his inability to express his feelings. His fortunes change when he unexpectedly travels back in time, now equipped with the realization that she had feelings for him as well. As he attempts to guide his younger self in winning her affection, he inadvertently becomes a rival to his past self, as the girl begins to develop feelings for the older Shin Woo. The story becomes increasingly complex as he uncovers the reasons behind their separation.

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He Is Psychometric(사이코메트리 그녀석)

2019South Korea
MysteryNice Male LeadRomanceSupernaturalThrillerAirhead Male LeadBromanceDeathInvestigationPsychometrySassy Female LeadSlow RomanceSmart Female LeadSupernatural Power

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Nice Male Lead, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

After losing his parents in a fire, Lee Ahn acquires the ability of psychometry, enabling him to perceive the past of a person or an object through touch. Struggling to harness his newfound skill, he encounters Yoon Jae In, who harbors deep-seated secrets. Alongside prosecutor Kang Seong Mo, his guardian, and investigator Eun Ji Soo, they delve into a case connected to Kang's parents, who were involved in the fire. As they uncover the truth, Lee Ahn and Jae In support each other's healing and identify the perpetrator.

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Sell Your Haunted House(대박부동산)

2021South Korea
MysteryNice Male LeadSecretSupernaturalThrillerBromanceCold Female LeadComedyCrimeDeathFantasyGhostSmart Female LeadSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Nice Male Lead, Secret, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ji Ah, a woman with inherited exorcism abilities passed down from her mother, runs Daebak Realty, a company that focuses on selling properties with paranormal activity. Despite her flawless appearance and intelligence, Ji Ah's short fuse often leads to physical confrontations. One night, Ji Ah crosses paths with a scam artist named In Beom, who specializes in fake exorcisms. In Beom proposes a partnership to exclusively sell houses plagued by vengeful spirits and lingering ghosts during Daebak Realty's nighttime operations. Will Ji Ah and In Beom be able to work together effectively to navigate the challenges of haunted house prices and the heartbreaking stories behind the ghosts they encounter?

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Shadow Beauty(그림자 미녀)

2021South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDouble IdentityRomanceSchool BullyingThrillerHidden IdentityPsychologicalSchool SettingSocial MediaStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterSuspenseWeb SeriesYouth

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Double Identity, Romance, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Due to her appearance, Koo Ae Jin faces bullying in school and ridicule from unfamiliar individuals. However, outside of school hours, she maintains a hidden identity as Genie, a social media celebrity with 770K followers achieved through elaborate makeup and extensive photo editing. Balancing between her real persona and Genie, Koo Ae Jin faces uncertainty when a classmate uncovers her secret.

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Hierarchy(하이라키)

2024South Korea
MysteryPoor Male LeadRomanceSchool BullyingThrillerDiscriminationDomestic CrimeEmotionally Strong Male LeadHalf-Sibling RivalryLove TriangleRevengeRich FamilyViolence Against ChildrenYouth

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Poor Male Lead, Romance, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jooshin High School, the top educational institution in South Korea, was founded by the Jooshin Group and enrolls only students chosen at birth

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Aftermath Season 2(후유증 시즌 2)

2014South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMysteryStudent Male LeadSupernaturalThrillerActionHigh SchoolInvestigationMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesSupernatural PowerTeenager Male LeadWeb Series

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Mystery, Student Male Lead, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 22% similarity match.

An Dae Yong is a reserved high school student who unexpectedly gains the ability to foresee who will commit murder and who is nearing death

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Homeroom (2020)(ホームルーム)

2020Japan
MysteryRomanceSchool BullyingSecret CrushSupernaturalAdapted From A MangaAdult-Minor RelationshipAge GapObsessive Male LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanPsychologicalStalker Male LeadStudent-Teacher RelationshipTeacher Male Lead

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, School Bullying, Secret Crush, and Supernatural themes with a 22% similarity match.

Rintaro Aida, an attractive teacher, often comes to the rescue of his student Sachiko Sakurai, who faces daily unpleasant situations from an unknown source. Sachiko starts developing feelings for her homeroom teacher without realizing that he is the one behind the incidents, as he does it to protect her because he cares deeply for her.

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To Get Unstuck in Time(隔世追兇)

2004Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalThrillerDetective FictionDramaInvestigationSuspenseTime Rift

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 21% similarity match.

The series follows Ho Tin Kwong, a police officer who stumbles upon his late father's old cellphone during a stormy day. To his astonishment, after being struck by lightning, Tin Kwong realizes that the phone can communicate with his father from 20 years ago, before he passed away in a mysterious unsolved crime. With his father's assistance, they work together to revisit old cases and solve them across the 20-year gap in time.

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Barrack O'Karma(金宵大廈)

2019Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalThrillerCurseDramaHorrorInvestigationSupernatural PhenomenaSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 20% similarity match.

The plot centers around the otherworldly experiences of 10 individuals, such as the puzzling vanishing of a single mother's child, the peculiar behavior of a bookstore proprietor, a fanatical otaku observing his neighbor, and the sudden arrival of a young wife pushing a closed baby stroller. (JayneStars)

Recommendation: In the Realm of Fancy similar to Lookism
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In the Realm of Fancy(繾綣仙凡間)

2003Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalThrillerAdventureDramaFantasyHistoricalImmortalInvestigationSuspenseTime Travel

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

In a tale featuring a youthful scholar/judge named Lei Yuen, he unintentionally transitions into a deity/immortal when he delves into the guidebook called Yuen Tin King, requesting to understand the essence of genuine love. Following Lei Yuen's request, the manual guides his spiritual form on a voyage where he meets lovers from different historical periods, spanning both the past and the future.

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Yaneura no Koibito(屋根裏の恋人)

2017Japan
MysteryRomanceSecretThrillerDeathDramaFamilyInvestigationMiniseriesMurderPsychologicalSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Secret, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Saijo Kinuka, a homemaker, resides in a Western-style house in Kamakura with her husband and two teenage children after inheriting it from her late father-in-law. She fulfills her dream of opening a flower arrangement school in the salon of her new home. However, her past resurfaces when her ex-boyfriend, Seno Itsuki, unexpectedly shows up at her housewarming party. Strange occurrences begin to unfold in the household, such as missing food and clothing, as it is revealed that Seno has been secretly living in the attic. This leads to the unraveling of hidden secrets among those close to Kinuka, ultimately impacting her mental state. The situation escalates when a murder occurs, drastically altering her fate.

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The Crossing Hero(超级大英雄)

2015Taiwan
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalThrillerActionDramaFantasyInvestigationMartial ArtsSci-FiSuspenseTime Travel

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Can Ming Dynasty imperial guards who find themselves transported to the future adapt to the modern world? Hong Xi Dong is the head of Emperor Zhu Yun Wen's personal bodyguard team in the Ming Dynasty. After a valuable pearl treasure goes missing and is suspected to be in Xi Dong's possession, two imperial military guards, Peng Ze and Xu Xiao Tian, pursue him. By a stroke of fate, the trio is transported to the 21st century, where Ze and Xiao Tian come across the contemporary Hong Xiao Dong, who bears a striking resemblance to his historical counterpart. Will Ze and Xiao Tian be able to navigate their way through modern life while unraveling the mystery of the missing treasure?

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Stay by My Side(免疫屏蔽)

2023Taiwan
RomanceSecretStudent Male LeadSupernaturalBrother-Sister RelationshipEnemies To LoversGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRoommates' RelationshipSchool Setting

Like Lookism, this drama also features Romance, Secret, Student Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Gu Bu Xia, a student studying anthropology, was brought up in a temple and has always been afraid of ghosts despite his grandfather being a medium. Protected by a special charm since he was young, Bu Xia's tranquility is shattered following his grandfather's passing and an accident at the temple that weakens the charm. As he is haunted by ghostly voices, Bu Xia's life is further complicated by a new roommate, Jiang Chi, a law student who is distant and aloof compared to Bu Xia. Bu Xia soon discovers that the ghosts are quieted in Jiang Chi's presence, leading him to seek comfort from Jiang Chi, only to be taken aback when Jiang Chi reciprocates with romantic feelings. Now, Bu Xia must navigate through the turmoil while contemplating his true desires.

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Gang Girl Goes to Boys High School(女보스 男고 가다)

2024South Korea
Nice Male LeadRomanceSecretStudent Male LeadFilmed VerticallyHeiress LeadHidden IdentityHigh SchoolShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTransfer Student Female LeadYouth

Like Lookism, this drama also features Nice Male Lead, Romance, Secret, and Student Male Lead themes with a 18% similarity match.

Yeon U, the heir of the dominant Sipgang Clan, known for their involvement in gang violence in Korea, disguises herself as a male to infiltrate a high school and eliminate the next leader of a rival gang as instructed by her father. However, her plans take an unexpected turn when she unexpectedly develops feelings for him, despite her initial intentions to harm him. (HanCinema)

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Thorn (2020)()

2020China
MysteryRomanceSchool BullyingThrillerNovel AdaptationFemale Centered PlotHatredInvestigationInvoluntarily Missing PersonRevengeTraumaWeb Series

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, School Bullying, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

A tale of affection and animosity between four women is exposed through a mysterious disappearance, revealing the lasting impact of bullying in school. Chen Qian uncovers hints about a missing woman, leading him to unearth a disturbing event from a decade ago at the school involving Han Xiaoting. Liu Tao, Zhang Beilei, and Chai Zijing, who were once classmates with Han Xiaoting, had caused her deep emotional pain.

Recommendation: City of Fantasy similar to Lookism
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City of Fantasy(奇妙世纪)

2014China
RomanceSupernaturalThrillerFantasyMiniseriesSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Regarding the paranormal occurrences happening within the urban area.

Recommendation: The Love of a Fool similar to Lookism
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The Love of a Fool(痴人之爱)

2025China
Body SwapRomanceSupernaturalFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Lookism, this drama also features Body Swap, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

After a prolonged separation, two brothers come together and plan a fishing trip

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Seven Sisters(七姊妹)

2001Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalDramaGhostInvestigation

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Tse Chi Tong used to be the next in line to inherit a medicinal oil business that shut down over a decade ago. Presently, he is fully committed to his job as a postal worker, residing with his younger sibling Mei Ling and the faithful servant of his deceased father, Chan Tung. Tong's tranquil routine takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the ghost of a woman named Mak Chau Kuen, who shares her heartbreaking love story with him and implores him to fulfill a specific task. Determined to assist her, Tong joins forces with the spirited wealthy young lady Wong Yuk Cham on a mission to locate a missing letter from Kuen's lover, Miu Lin Sin, dating back 12 years.

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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceThrillerDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 18% 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.

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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceThrillerDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 18% 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.

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Kiri ni Sumu Akuma(霧に棲む悪魔)

2011Japan
MysteryRomanceThrillerNovel AdaptationInvestigationSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 18% similarity match.

Tatsumura Kei, the recipient of a significant inheritance, receives a letter revealing shocking news about his fiancée, who was soon to be married. The letter describes the fiancée as a malicious individual. Surprisingly, the sender of the letter is a mysterious woman clad in white robes, bearing a striking resemblance to Kei. (Fuji TV)

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Watashi no Shiranai Watashi(私の知らない私)

2025Japan
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalAmnesiaDramaInvestigation

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Mei suffers from memory loss after a traumatic incident but manages to lead a satisfying life, finding joy in her job and being supported by her loving fiancé and closest friend. However, her world is turned upside down when she becomes a suspect in a murder case that she has no recollection of. As she delves deeper into uncovering the truth, Mei realizes that some of those she thought were her allies are actually her enemies. Betrayal lurks around every corner as she struggles to unravel the mystery, all while keeping her own hidden secret.

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"Watashi wo Moratte": Deai Hen(「私をもらって」~出逢編~)

2025Japan
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalDramaInvestigationMiniseries

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

After a tragic accident, Morikawa Natsumi finds herself invisible and unable to communicate with anyone, leading her to roam the streets as a ghost. Her life takes a surprising turn when she locks eyes with Ichijo Ryouei, a young man who is also a ghost drifting aimlessly through the city. This story serves as a precursor to the "Memory Arc" and "Love Arc", showcasing the special moments Natsumi and Ryouei shared following their initial encounter in the afterlife, all while being pursued relentlessly by the Grim Reaper. It is an original tale not featured in the webtoon "Take Me, I'm Yours" by RoseBean and One Punch Rabbit.

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Please Come Back, Soon Ae(돌아와요 순애씨)

2006South Korea
Body SwapRomanceSupernaturalComedyFlight Attendant Female LeadIdentity Swap

Like Lookism, this drama also features Body Swap, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 18% similarity match.

Soon Ae, a woman in her 40s who has been married for a decade, is taken by surprise when Cho Eun, a beautiful stewardess in her 20s, strides into her life to declare, "I'm dating your husband, Captain Yoon Il Seok." With no shame, Cho Eun boldly demands that Soon Ae divorce her husband. Stunned and in disbelief, Soon Ae gets into Cho Eun's car, insisting that she needs to speak with Il Seok to verify what she has just heard. Although she does her utmost to maintain her composure, Soon Ae feels a surge of anger when Cho Eun mocks her, stating that there’s no sense in clinging to a loveless marriage. When Il Seok calls Cho Eun and asks, "Honey, where are you?" Soon Ae loses her temper and reaches for Cho Eun's hair. The two women begin to pull each other's hair, causing the car to crash. They are then taken to a hospital, where an unexpected twist causes their souls to swap.

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Lu Xiang Dai(录像带)

2006China
MysteryRomanceThrillerDramaInvestigationSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 18% 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.

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Ferryman(灵魂摆渡)

2014China
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalThrillerAdventureFantasyFriendshipGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadHorrorInvestigationSexual ContentSuspense

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Xia Dong Qing, a seemingly invisible individual, possesses a unique ability to perceive the existence of otherworldly beings. Raised in an orphanage, he recently completed his university studies and is now focused on preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam and seeking employment. In the midst of his endeavors, Dong Qing lands a job at 444 Convenience Store. Rumored to be haunted after midnight, the store actually serves as a portal connecting two distinct dimensions in space. (iQiyi)

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Real: Renai Satsujin Sosahan(REAL 恋愛殺人捜査班)

2024Japan
MysteryRomanceSecretSecret CrushBased On A True StoryCo-workers' RelationshipDetective Male LeadDetective Supporting CharacterDramaJealousyMiniseriesPolar OppositesStalking

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Secret, and Secret Crush themes with a 17% similarity match.

Detective Ogimi Soma recently joined the Emotional Cases Special Investigation Unit, where he is partnered with Yumekawa Mikiya

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The Day of Becoming You(变成你的那一天)

2021China
Body SwapNice Male LeadRomanceSupernaturalCheerful Female LeadComedyFriends To LoversHardworking Female LeadHealthy Mains’ RelationshipIdol Male LeadOpposites AttractReporter Female LeadSupernatural Phenomena

Like Lookism, this drama also features Body Swap, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

The leader of a boy band and an entertainment journalist find themselves in a series of bizarre situations after swapping bodies. Jiang Yi is a famous figure in the entertainment world, known for being the reserved and aloof head of a popular boy band. Due to his parents' divorce at a young age, he struggles to communicate his feelings effectively. On the other hand, Yu Sheng Sheng is a journalist facing obstacles in her career. Their paths were never meant to cross, but a twist of fate causes them to switch bodies on their shared birthday. Caught off guard by this sudden change, they rely on each other for support and eventually develop romantic feelings.

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Barrack O'Karma 1968(金宵大廈2)

2022Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSupernaturalThrillerArchitect Male LeadDramaFantasyHorrorInvestigationKidnappingMother-Daughter RelationshipPsychiatrist Female LeadSuspense

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Ella and her boyfriend Maurice, who works as a barista, are not a popular couple. One day, Maurice mysteriously disappeared in the Golden Night Building and underwent a drastic change in personality, almost as if he had transformed into a different person. Determined to uncover the truth behind his disappearance, Ella ventured deep into the Golden Night Building. Within the building, a series of peculiar events unfolded, including an e-racing team entering the virtual world to rescue their teammates, a heartbreaking mother-daughter story, a case involving a kidnapping that may or may not be real, and the emergence of comet particles triggered by insanity. Despite facing these challenges, Maurice and Ella's love for each other grew stronger, as they believed they were meant to be together by fate. However, Ella soon realized that her feelings were not for the real Maurice, but for the alternate version of him that existed within the Golden Night Building.

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Okitegami Kyoko no Biboroku(掟上今日子の備忘録)

2015Japan
MysteryNice Male LeadRomanceSecret CrushAmnesiaCheerful Female LeadClumsy Male LeadComedyDetective Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstOptimistic Female LeadUnlucky Male Lead

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Okitegami Kyoko is a stunning private investigator with a strong affinity for money and is famously known as the Forgetful Detective. Her memory resets every night when she goes to sleep, allowing her to maintain strict confidentiality. Kyoko manages to solve all her cases within a day, making her the quickest detective in the world. There is a crucial detail that Kyoko must always remember, which is inscribed on her body with a magical pen. Meanwhile, Kakushidate Yakusuke harbors feelings for Okitegami Kyoko but is consistently mistaken as the culprit in her cases. Despite his efforts to get closer to Kyoko, she completely forgets about him by the next day.

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Boku Dake ga 17-sai no Sekai de(僕だけが17歳の世界で)

2020Japan
Nice Male LeadRomanceSecret CrushSupernaturalDeathDeath Of A FriendFlashback To PastGhostNice Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTearjerkerTime SkipYouth

Like Lookism, this drama also features Nice Male Lead, Romance, Secret Crush, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

Childhood friends Kota and Mei were high school seniors when Kota passed away unexpectedly. After seven years, Mei returns to her hometown and revisits a spot with cherry blossom trees that held special memories for the two friends. Much to her astonishment, Kota, who was presumed dead, reappears. He remains 17 years old in both body and mind, while Mei is now 24. Kota can only exist in this place while the cherry blossoms are in bloom. Will he be able to convey his feelings to Mei before his time runs out?

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Ikemen Seven Days(イケメン・セブン・デイズ)

2023Japan
MysteryRomanceStudent Male LeadSupernaturalFluffyInner MonologueMiniseriesMultiple MainsMultiple PersonalitiesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Romance, Student Male Lead, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

Yuka, a second-year student in high school, is in a relationship with a charming and caring boyfriend named Sena. What makes their love story unique is Sena's unusual ability to transform his appearance and behavior while he sleeps. This creates a mysterious dynamic between Yuka and Sena as he changes his face and personality every day of the week, from Monday to Sunday.

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The Girl Who Sees Scents(냄새를 보는 소녀)

2015South Korea
MysteryNice Male LeadRomanceSupernaturalAmnesiaDifficult AdulthoodEmotionally Strong Female LeadFemale Chases Male FirstMurderOrphan Female LeadProsopagnosiaSmart Female LeadSynesthesia

Like Lookism, this drama also features Mystery, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

Officer Choi Moo Gak suffered the tragic loss of his younger sister in a barcode-related murder and, as a result, lost his senses of taste, smell, and pain. He subsequently encounters a girl named Oh Cho Rim, the sole eyewitness to the murder, who has a unique sixth sense that allows her to visualize smells.

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Black(블랙)

2017South Korea
Double IdentityMysterySupernaturalThrillerBadass Male LeadClingy Female LeadFemale Chases Male FirstFlashback To PastGhostGhost-seeing Female LeadHidden IdentityInterspecies RomanceMurder

Like Lookism, this drama also features Double Identity, Mystery, Supernatural, and Thriller themes with a 17% similarity match.

Black revolves around a detective who is inhabited by the Grim Reaper. Ha Ram has the ability to perceive the shadows of death. Together, they fight to preserve lives, defying the laws of heaven. (tvN Asia)

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Sometoon 2020(썸툰 2020)

2020South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMysteryRomanceStudent Male LeadMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadUniversityWeb SeriesYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male LeadYouth

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Mystery, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

The story revolves around a romantic love triangle that unfolds as Ye Jin sets out to find her long-time online friend, "Sweet Brick." Unbeknownst to her, he might either be No Woon, a fellow participant in her craftwork class, or Cha Ian, a man she frequently encounters by coincidence. (Kpopmap.com) This narrative is partially inspired by the webtoon "Sometoon x OH MY GIRL" (썸툰 x 오마이걸) created by Mohito Mohikan (모히또모히칸).

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My Roommate Is a Gumiho(간 떨어지는 동거)

2021South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonNice Male LeadRomanceSupernaturalCalm Male LeadCohabitationComedyFantasyFriendshipMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsNine-tailed FoxStraightforward Female Lead

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

Shin Woo Yeo, a good-looking and intelligent writer, is actually an ancient nine-tailed fox who has lived for 999 years. In order to transform into a human, he needs to gather human energy in a special bead. One day, Lee Dam, a college student, has her inebriated friend fall asleep on top of a luxury car owned by Woo Yeo. As Lee Dam tries to move her friend and Woo Yeo offers his assistance, the bead accidentally slips out of his mouth and is swallowed by Lee Dam. This bead can only remain inside a human for up to a year before it breaks, leading to the person's death. To avoid this outcome and fulfill his dream of becoming human, Woo Yeo explains the situation to Lee Dam and proposes that they live together until they find a solution. Lee Dam, who has never been in a relationship before, now shares a home with Shin Woo Yeo.

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Jazz for Two(재즈처럼)

2024South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonRomanceSchool BullyingStudent Male LeadAggressive Male LeadBully Male LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MusicPianist Male LeadSchool SettingTransfer Student Male LeadYouth

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Following the passing of his talented jazz pianist older sibling, Han Tae I loses his desire to continue living. He is not pleased by the arrival of transfer student Yun Se Heon, whose jazz style reminds him of his brother. Se Heon also has suspicions about Tae I's relationship with his friend, Seo Do Yun. Both are placed in the same group for a performance evaluation, leading to their emotions becoming more intricate as they rehearse. The situation becomes more tangled when Song Ju Ha, a senior who had been suspended, reappears at school, causing tension between Tae I and Se Heon.

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Chicken Nugget(닭강정)

2024South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonMysterySecretSecret CrushBody TransformationComedyFantasyIntern Male LeadMiddle-Aged Male LeadMiniseriesPre-ProducedSci-FiSmall Business

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The narrative centers around a peculiar incident where a lovely young woman named Choi Min Ah transforms into fried chicken after accidentally stepping into a mysterious contraption. Choi Sun Man, her father, and Go Baek Jung, an intern, collaborate to reverse the transformation and uncover hidden truths along the way. This information is sourced from Kpopmap.com and is adapted from Park Ji Dok's webtoon "Fried Chicken."

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My Girlfriend Is the Man!(내 여자친구는 상남자)

2025South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonDouble IdentityRomanceStudent Male LeadAstronomer Male LeadBromanceComedyFantasyFriendshipGender SwapLove TriangleStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Double Identity, Romance, and Student Male Lead themes with a 17% similarity match.

Park Yun Jae is a college student majoring in astronomy. He met Kim Ji Eun during his first blind date while at university, and they quickly fell in love, becoming a couple. One day, an unusual man confronts Yun Jae, claiming to be Ji Eun. Ji Eun is a beautiful and kind-hearted individual. However, she wakes up one day to discover that she has transformed into a man. She explains her predicament to her boyfriend, Park Yun Jae, and adopts the name Kim Ji Hun as she learns to navigate life as a man with Yun Jae’s help. The couple decides to stay together and await her return to her original female form to continue their relationship, actively seeking a solution for this transformation. In the meantime, Kang Min Ju, a popular girl at the same university as Yun Jae, develops a crush on him.

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Missing You(보고싶다)

2012South Korea
Double IdentityNice Male LeadRomanceSchool BullyingChildish Male LeadDramaFirst LoveLove At First SightLove TriangleMad DogMelodramaRapeSexual Assault

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Fifteen-year-old Soo Yeon endures bullying at school due to the stigma surrounding her father's criminal past

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Love Cells(연애세포)

2014South Korea
Adapted From A WebtoonNice Male LeadRomanceSupernaturalAirhead Female LeadCalm Male LeadCheerful Female LeadComedyCostumeFriendshipShort Length SeriesSupernatural PowerWeb Series

Like Lookism, this drama also features Adapted From A Webtoon, Nice Male Lead, Romance, and Supernatural themes with a 17% similarity match.

Ma Dae Choong is currently without a job and has not been in a relationship for nine years, as he feels his romantic instincts are completely depleted, which has hindered his ability to date. Frustrated with his single status, he resolves to re-enter the dating scene. Ne Bi takes it upon herself to educate Ma Dae Choong on the fundamentals of love. The series will focus on the romantic journey between Ma Dae Choong and Seo Rin.