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Love in Sadness(슬플때 사랑한다)

2019South Korea
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDifficult AdulthoodDomestic CrimeDramaIdentity SwapMelodramaPlastic SurgeryPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)PsychologicalRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceSurgical ProcedureViolence Against Children

Ma Ri is wed to the seemingly ideal In Wook, yet she finds herself in a harmful relationship. In her quest for assistance, she reaches out to Jung Won, a caring plastic surgeon, and they develop feelings for each other. Nevertheless, In Wook's possessive tendencies push him to go to extreme lengths to retain Ma Ri, resulting in a gripping battle as she strives for her freedom.

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Recommendation: Mina (2001) similar to Love in Sadness
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Mina (2001)(미나)

2001South Korea
DramaMelodramaPlastic SurgeryRomanceSurgical ProcedureIdentical Twin Female LeadImposter

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Plastic Surgery, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 33% similarity match.

Mina tells the story of two identical twins who were raised separately and unaware of each other's existence. One twin, Park Mina, is a well-known singer who clashes with her manager Joon Suh over her hidden romance with the wealthy Tae Hoon. The other twin, Kim Soo Ryun, is a struggling young woman trying to make ends meet. The plot thickens when Mina is severely injured in a car accident and Joon Suh suggests that Soo Ryun take her place. Complications arise as Soo Ryun finds herself falling for Tae Hoon and when a transformed Mina returns to Korea after undergoing plastic surgery.

Recommendation: You Are a Gift similar to Love in Sadness
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You Are a Gift(당신은 선물)

2016South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMelodramaRomanceRevenge

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hyun-Soo is a bright and intelligent university student who has faced significant hardships in her life. Her father was killed in a motorcycle crash, and her mother sustained brain injuries as a result of that incident. She is in a relationship with Yoon-Ho, and they decide to tie the knot. Initially, his mother, Young-Ae, is against their union, but eventually she changes her mind. After they are married, Yoon-Ho and his father are involved in an accident that claims his father's life, and Yoon-Ho goes missing. Unbeknownst to her, Hyun-Soo is pregnant, and her mother-in-law relocates to another country without informing her. Years later, Hyun-Soo encounters Young-Ae once more.

Recommendation: Let Me Introduce Her similar to Love in Sadness
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Let Me Introduce Her(그녀로 말할 것 같으면)

2018South Korea
Domestic CrimeMelodramaPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)PsychologicalRomanceSurgical ProcedureBroadcasting IndustryCompetent Male LeadDoctor Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadMysteryNews Presenter Male LeadPsychopath Supporting Character

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Domestic Crime, Melodrama, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychological, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 29% similarity match.

Eun Han, in search of a new identity to navigate her life, experiences memory loss as a result of the surgery's repercussions

Recommendation: Still Loving You similar to Love in Sadness
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Still Loving You(빛나라 은수)

2016South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceFamily RelationshipOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

The story revolves around Oh Eun Soo and Kim Bit Na, a former teacher and her student, who reunite years later after marrying siblings Yoon Soo Ho and Yoon Soo Hyun. Their families blend even further when their parents remarry, making them stepsisters.

Recommendation: Temptation of an Angel similar to Love in Sadness
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Temptation of an Angel(천사의 유혹)

2009South Korea
DramaMelodramaPlastic SurgeryRomanceSurgical ProcedureAntihero Male LeadAntiheroine Female LeadHidden IdentityRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Plastic Surgery, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 26% similarity match.

Following the passing of her parents, Joo Ah Ran schemes to bring down the family responsible for her loss. She charms and weds her adversary's son, Shin Hyun Woo, who eventually uncovers her intentions. After undergoing plastic surgery due to injuries from a car accident, he resolves to take his own revenge on her.

Recommendation: Luo Que similar to Love in Sadness
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Luo Que(羅雀高飛)

2020Taiwan
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceDisapproving ParentDoctor Female LeadEnemies To LoversFamilyPharmacy SettingRich Male LeadTraditional Medicine

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Luo Que's mother, Luo Yan Zhen, is suffering from illness. To obtain better herbs for her mother's treatment, Luo Que is willing to go to great lengths. She started working at the traditional Chinese medicine shop owned by the Lin family, known as Shengchang Hall, to help with various tasks. Despite facing challenging and unreasonable assignments from the old shopkeeper, Luo Que's determination only grew stronger. Within a short period, she acquired knowledge of numerous medicinal recipes and their effects. Jia Jun, the young master of the family, has his life decisions made by his parents, showing little regard for his own wishes. Despite his outward cynicism, Jia Jun is secretly battling loneliness. This realization deeply resonates with Luo Que, who is able to see through his facade and understand his true self.

Recommendation: Fates & Furies similar to Love in Sadness
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Fates & Furies(운명과 분노)

2018South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceBusiness IndustryConspiracyEmotionally Strong Female LeadEvil In-LawEvil Step-ParentPartners' RelationshipRevengeSismance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Despite Goo Hae Ra's intelligence and beauty, she finds herself in a dire predicament due to her family's troubles. Her elder sister has tried to take her own life, and her father has died. The only means for her to break free from her circumstances is through financial resources. She turns to Tae In Joon for help. He is the younger son of a shoe manufacturer. Tae In Joon develops feelings for Goo Hae Ra.

Recommendation: What Happened in Bali similar to Love in Sadness
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What Happened in Bali(발리에서 생긴 일)

2004South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceViolence Against ChildrenDark FictionHardworking Female LeadIndecisive Female LeadLove SquarePlayboy Male LeadPossessive Male LeadRivalryViolence

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Violence Against Children themes with a 24% similarity match.

Lee Soo Jung, a travel agent, is in pursuit of fortune in Bali following a difficult and challenging upbringing. In Bali, she encounters Jae Min, Kang In Wook, and Young Joo, three individuals who appear to be ideal yet are caught in a romantic entanglement. Upon returning to Seoul, Lee Soo Jung’s ambition drives her to approach Jae Min for employment, inadvertently triggering a series of events that intensify the love triangle.

Recommendation: Hokuto similar to Love in Sadness
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Hokuto(北斗 -ある殺人者の回心-)

2017Japan
Difficult AdulthoodDomestic CrimeDramaPsychologicalViolence Against ChildrenNovel AdaptationCrimeDomestic ViolenceDysfunctional FamilyFoster CareMasochismPrison SettingSuicide

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Domestic Crime, Drama, Psychological, and Violence Against Children themes with a 24% similarity match.

Hokuto, a 20-year-old, is currently in custody for a murder charge and has requested his court-appointed attorney, Takai Soichi, to seek the death penalty for him. Growing up, Hokuto suffered severe abuse from his parents and lacked affection. He found solace in Kondo Ayako, his foster mother provided by child welfare services, who showed him love for the first time. Emerging from his troubled past, Hokuto began to experience a sense of renewal. However, he tragically finds himself entangled in a series of unfortunate events, leading him to commit a heinous crime.

Recommendation: Women in Beijing similar to Love in Sadness
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Women in Beijing(北京女子图鉴)

2018China
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMelodramaRomanceAdapted From A Short StoryCity SettingFriendshipLife

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story follows a young woman's transformation into a North Drifter. Chen Ke relocates from Sichuan to Beijing in pursuit of a new beginning, but her relationship with her high school sweetheart ends abruptly. She soon realizes that achieving success in her professional and personal life necessitates both hard work and strategic networking with affluent men, whom she will eventually move on from. Inspired by the short story "Tokyo Women's Guidebook".

Recommendation: Madam Cutie on Duty similar to Love in Sadness
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Madam Cutie on Duty(師奶Madam)

2015Hong Kong
DramaPlastic SurgeryRomanceSurgical ProcedureBickering Mains' RelationshipComedyInvestigationMystery

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Plastic Surgery, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 24% similarity match.

Since childhood, Fa Ping had been mocked for her appearance. Following a surgery, she becomes convinced of the transformative power of beauty. Despite joining the police force, she remains fixated on beauty. Assigned to investigate a prostitution case involving a loan-shark operation in a public housing community, Fa Ping and CID officer Law Dai Shu pose as a couple to gather information from the housewives. They encounter the "Housewives Trio" and must adapt to the housewives' lifestyle to crack the case. As Fa Ping starts to adopt some housewife habits, Law Dai Shu gains popularity as the "Sewer King". This causes Fa Ping to feel envious, despite her feelings for a fellow officer. As they work together on the case, Fa Ping and Law Dai Shu's relationship evolves. They eventually suspect the Housewives Trio of foul play. However, the introduction of a mysterious woman adds a new layer of complexity to the case and their relationships.

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

2010Japan
DramaMelodramaPsychologicalRomanceNovel AdaptationAnthologyCrimeMiniseries

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Psychological, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Women of the Sun similar to Love in Sadness
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Women of the Sun(태양의 여자)

2008South Korea
Difficult AdulthoodDramaMelodramaRomanceEvil SiblingJealousyOrphan Female LeadSearching For A Child

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Sin Do Yeong is a broadcaster who stirs envy among all the women around her due to her striking appearance, exceptional talents, and impressive background. However, Do Yeong harbors a significant, troubling secret. As a child, she was left at an orphanage but was fortunate enough to be adopted by a loving couple. Although they could not conceive, they were unexpectedly blessed with a biological daughter. Fearing that her parents would cast her aside in favor of her new sister, Do Yeong made the drastic decision to abandon her 5-year-old sibling, Ji Yeong, at a train station. Years later, Do Yeong encounters a cheerful young woman named Sa Wol, who becomes her personal shopper. What will unfold when the truth of Do Yeong's past is uncovered, revealing that Sa Wol is actually the sister she left behind all those years ago?

Recommendation: Fiancee similar to Love in Sadness
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Fiancee(未婚妻)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceNovel AdaptationFamilyInfidelityUnrequited Love

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Lan Xiao Yi made the decision to leave her job in Nanjing and move to Shanghai with her boyfriend Tian Fei. Although she faces challenges with her low-paying job in Shanghai, Xiao Yi finds happiness in being with Tian Fei. However, Tian Fei's coworker Xiao Lu, a recent college graduate, develops feelings for him and is determined to win him over. In a complicated turn of events, Xiao Lu pretends to be pregnant in an attempt to pressure Tian Fei into marrying her. Tian Fei promises Xiao Yi that he will resolve the situation and return in 2 years. Despite learning about the pregnancy, Xiao Yi trusts Tian Fei and waits for him. After waiting for six months, Xiao Yi decides to re-enter the workforce as she grows tired of waiting for Tian Fei. Extracted from the novel "Fulfill Your Own Blue Sky."

Recommendation: Golden Rainbow similar to Love in Sadness
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Golden Rainbow(황금 무지개 )

2013South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyFriends To LoversFriendship

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Seven siblings, orphaned and bound by a bond stronger than that of biological relatives, are juxtaposed with a family related by blood that is fracturing due to its own avarice, prompting a reflection on the true essence of family and happiness. The narrative primarily follows Jang Ha Bin/Kim Baek Won, a girl who becomes a police officer, and Do Young, a boy who pursues a career as a prosecutor. He finds himself falling in love with her once more after she previously shattered his heart. (MBC, DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Ju Zi similar to Love in Sadness
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Ju Zi(菊子)

2011China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Sweet Lies similar to Love in Sadness
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Sweet Lies(甜蜜的谎言)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Destination Of Love similar to Love in Sadness
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Destination Of Love(婚巢)

2012China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

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

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

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

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

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

2007China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

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

2008Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Beyond the Common Ground similar to Love in Sadness
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Beyond the Common Ground(和解在後)

2023Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Golden Wings similar to Love in Sadness
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Golden Wings(金色の翼)

2007Japan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Land of Wine similar to Love in Sadness
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Land of Wine(술의 나라)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Fairy and The Swindler similar to Love in Sadness
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The Fairy and The Swindler(선녀와 사기꾼)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Salt Doll similar to Love in Sadness
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Salt Doll(소금인형 )

2007South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The Queen Returns similar to Love in Sadness
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The Queen Returns(공주가 돌아왔다)

2009South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: While You Were Sleeping similar to Love in Sadness
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While You Were Sleeping(당신이 잠든 사이)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: You're So Beautiful similar to Love in Sadness
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You're So Beautiful(당신 참 예쁘다)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: I Do? similar to Love in Sadness
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I Do?(幸福的抉擇)

2008Taiwan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Roseate-Love similar to Love in Sadness
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Roseate-Love(紫玫瑰)

2009Taiwan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: My Life's Golden Age similar to Love in Sadness
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My Life's Golden Age(내 인생의 황금기)

2008South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Love Story in Shanghai similar to Love in Sadness
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Love Story in Shanghai(像霧像雨又像風)

2001China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Left-Handed Wife similar to Love in Sadness
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Left-Handed Wife(왼손잡이 아내)

2019South Korea
Identity SwapMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceSurgical ProcedureAmnesiaArtBusinessBusiness IndustryFirst LoveLovers SeparatedMysteryOrphan Male LeadRich Male Lead

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Identity Swap, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Soo Ho and Oh San Ha are profoundly in love. They marry and embark on their honeymoon. However, while on their trip, Soo Ho suffers an accident that results in him losing his memory. Meanwhile, San Ha is unaware of what has happened to her husband and searches for him. A hidden conspiracy unfolds in the background.

Recommendation: Kekkon no Katachi similar to Love in Sadness
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Kekkon no Katachi(結婚のカタチ)

2004Japan
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDifficult AdulthoodDramaMelodramaRomanceAdvertising Designer Male LeadBilingual Female LeadFamilyInterpreter Female LeadJealous Significant OtherPassive Male LeadShort Length SeriesSisters' RelationshipYorudora

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A couple in a common law marriage is forced to live separately temporarily as their condo undergoes repairs. They are finding it challenging to define their relationship beyond cohabitation.

Recommendation: Last Friends similar to Love in Sadness
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Last Friends(ラスト・フレンズ)

2008Japan
Difficult AdulthoodDomestic CrimeDramaMelodramaRomanceFound FamilyHairdresser Female LeadHousemates' RelationshipLifeObsessive Male LeadShare House SettingStalker Male LeadUnhealthy Mains' RelationshipWorkplace Violence

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Domestic Crime, Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Michiru, who is facing bullying at her workplace and dealing with her mother's new relationship, turns to her boyfriend, a child welfare worker, for emotional support. Unfortunately, she becomes a victim of domestic violence, which causes her to develop a fear of love. Ruka, a skilled motocross racer with aspirations of winning the national championship, is struggling with personal issues that she keeps to herself. Takeru, a caring and insightful hair and makeup artist, is interested in Ruka but is dealing with a past trauma that has resulted in a fear of intimacy. The trio decides to live together and, as they navigate their relationships, they start to see a glimmer of hope for the future.

Recommendation: Light beyond the Reed similar to Love in Sadness
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Light beyond the Reed(余生有涯)

2025China
Difficult AdulthoodDramaPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)PsychologicalRomanceAge GapCrime Against MoralityCriminal Justice SystemFamily RelationshipFight For JusticeMarried LifeNovel AdaptationSocial IssuesThriller

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Difficult Adulthood, Drama, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychological, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A typical woman leading a mundane life with a standard husband. That is, until one evening when her husband failed to pick her up from the wine gathering she was attending, resulting in her being assaulted. Fearing the potential blame for having consumed alcohol, the judgment for her choice of attire, and accusations of infidelity from her spouse, she opted for silence to escape the onslaught of scrutiny she believed would follow if she spoke out. However, her husband, unexpectedly attuned to her distress, noticed her tears and the pain she was enduring. In a surprising turn, he took her hand, grabbed the phone, and declared, "Let’s contact the police and file a report." This is the narrative of a wounded woman and her husband, who will walk alongside her in pursuit of justice. The journey ahead will be arduous and fraught with challenges, but hopelessness will eventually give way to hope.

Recommendation: Birth of a Beauty similar to Love in Sadness
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Birth of a Beauty(미녀의 탄생)

2014South Korea
DramaMelodramaPlastic SurgeryRomanceSurgical ProcedureAmnesiaCohabitationComedyFoodHidden IdentityMakeoverRevengeRich Male LeadTransformation

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Plastic Surgery, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 23% similarity match.

Han Tae Hee is the successor of a major corporation. He is experiencing broken heart syndrome as a result of emotional trauma. In his quest to win back the woman he loves, he transforms the unattractive and overweight Sa Geum Ran into the stunning Sa Ra. Throughout this journey, Han Tae Hee develops feelings for Sa Ra. Additionally, Sa Geum is wed to a man who undermines her, and along with his mistress, they conspire for her demise, ultimately leading to her presumed death.

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Diamond Lover(克拉恋人)

2015China
DramaPlastic SurgeryRomanceSurgical ProcedureClingy Female LeadComedyFemale Chases Male FirstRich Male LeadShameless Female Lead

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Plastic Surgery, Romance, and Surgical Procedure themes with a 22% similarity match.

Mi Duo has always struggled with confidence due to her larger size and the challenges it presented in her daily life. When she meets Xiao Liang, the president of a jewelry company, she is instantly smitten. However, she believes their differing appearances make a relationship impossible. A car accident leads her to undergo surgery, including cosmetic procedures that transform her into her ideal self. With newfound confidence, Mi Duo secures a job at Xiao Liang's company, navigating a world of success and setbacks. Supported by her friend Lei Yi Ming, a surgeon, she learns to look beyond appearances and focus on inner qualities.

Recommendation: Let's Make a New Start similar to Love in Sadness
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Let's Make a New Start(다시 시작해)

2016South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceDeathDeath Of A WifeFamilyWidower Male LeadWorkplace Setting

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Na Yeong Ja, a typical department store employee, finds herself caught in a romantic triangle involving the heir to a department store empire and a senior executive within the same establishment. This television series resembles a Cinderella fairy tale, yet it features an active protagonist who does not simply wait for a prince to deliver her a glass slipper. Rather, the lead character in this story pursues her ambitions by taking initiative and putting in effort, while also navigating her quest for love in her personal life. (MBC)

Recommendation: Gloria similar to Love in Sadness
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Gloria(글로리아)

2010South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceHardworking Female LeadMultiple CouplesMusicRich Woman-Poor ManSoap Opera

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Cheongdamdong Alice similar to Love in Sadness
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Cheongdamdong Alice(청담동 앨리스)

2012South Korea
DramaMelodramaRich Man-Poor WomanRomanceComedyEccentric Male LeadFashion IndustryRags To RichesRivalry

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, Rich Man-Poor Woman, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Han Se Kyung is an optimistic young woman who lives by the belief that "hard work will lead me to my goals." She achieves success in several design competitions and ultimately secures a position at a fashion company. However, instead of focusing on design, she finds herself performing menial tasks at her job. Compounding her challenges, the spouse of a high-ranking executive at the company publicly belittles her. This woman happens to be a former classmate of Han Se Kyung's from high school, who was not particularly successful in their academic years. This situation prompts Han Se Kyung to reflect on her journey.

Recommendation: Shining Days (2013) similar to Love in Sadness
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Shining Days (2013)(璀璨人生)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomanceLife

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Filled with hidden truths about its characters' origins, the plot delves into the lives of the wealthy elite and the challenges faced by the innocent protagonist Yu Fei as she seeks to uncover the reality

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Women's Heart(天涯女人心)

2015China
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The narrative centers around a young lady named Lu Yaqing in the era of the Chinese republic. She transforms her circumstances from poverty to marrying into a wealthy family, leveraging her embroidery skills to rise as a prosperous and influential figure, leaving a significant mark during her lifetime.

Recommendation: Goddess of Struggle similar to Love in Sadness
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Goddess of Struggle(青春正能量之我是女神)

2015China
Betrayed By A Significant OtherDramaRomanceBetrayal

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Betrayed By A Significant Other, Drama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Influenced by her younger brother Gu Liao Le and boyfriend Liang Yu Han, urban girl Gu Qian Mo joined the "Kaowan Clan" team with hopes of securing a bright future through the public examination. As she prepared for the exam, she noticed her boyfriend's efforts to impress Liu Meng Jie's influential mother, causing a strain in their relationship. Meanwhile, Qian Mo's life took a turn when Luo Xiao Chun, a member of an affluent family, entered her life after a car accident. Qian Mo was deeply moved by Luo Xiao Chun's silent support and presence during this difficult time.

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The Lover's Lies(爱人的谎言)

2016China
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

After Tong Si Jie loses her parents at a young age, she faces challenges and takes on various jobs to support her siblings. Her path crosses with the wealthy Yi Yi, and they fall in love against all odds. However, their plans for a future together are disrupted by Yi Yi's controlling mother, who manipulates the situation and drives a wedge between the couple.

Recommendation: Precious Youth similar to Love in Sadness
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Precious Youth(那年青春我们正好)

2016China
DramaMelodramaRomanceYouth

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Precious Youth narrates the story of Liu Ting, a diligent student, and Xiao Xiaojun, a passionate but troubled individual, and their bond of love and friendship from their university years in 1997 to the present day.

Recommendation: The Legendary Tycoon similar to Love in Sadness
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The Legendary Tycoon(传奇大亨)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomanceInspired By A True Story

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Huace Media's upcoming film 'The Legendary Tycoon' will center around the remarkable life of Sir Run Run Shaw. The movie aims to capture the tycoon's extraordinary journey through visually stunning cinematography, highlighting his relationships with three significant women. Additionally, the film will recreate the glamorous fashion and style of the era in which he lived.

Recommendation: Virtue similar to Love in Sadness
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Virtue(덕이)

2000South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFraternal Twin Female Lead

Like Love in Sadness, this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

The story revolves around Jung Kwi Duk, whose admirable qualities of honesty, optimism, and grace were challenged by a fierce rivalry with her twin sister, Jung Kwi Jin.