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Love Is Phantom

Hanai Ao is a renowned manga artist known for her captivating romance stories, earning admiration from fans for her dedication and achievements

Lee Bom Yi, a woman facing a terminal illness, receives a heart transplant and starts to embrace life more fully, paying tribute to her donor. She encounters Kang Dong Ha, the head of Hanuiron and the widower of the woman whose heart she has been given. As their relationship deepens, they develop a unique connection, shaped by the idea of "cellular memory," which suggests that organ recipients may adopt some characteristics of their donors. At the same time, tension arises from Kang Dong Ha's brother, Kang Dong Wook, and Bae Ji Won, a scheming PR executive who aims to capture Dong Ha's heart for herself.

Osamu appears to have it all - a generous salary and a stunning girlfriend. However, there is a void in his life. On the flip side, Ota Miyuki, a 25-year-old aspiring actress, works part-time at a hardware store. Despite her parents' hopes for her to be happy and beautiful, Miyuki considers herself unattractive. This is where their paths cross, as Osamu is captivated by Miyuki's genuine and optimistic personality.

Taira Kei, a talented contemporary dancer, began honing his skills at a young age and furthered his training in Germany. After facing a setback in his career, he returned to Tokyo where he took on part-time work while striving to revive his passion. Meanwhile, Nishihara Yui, a chemistry teacher in her thirties at a prestigious high school, struggles with feelings of isolation despite being involved in a relationship with a married co-worker. Their lives intersect unexpectedly, leading to a passionate affair that consumes Yui.

A glimpse into the world of cosmetic surgery in the entertainment industry reveals a tale of youth, bravery, and moving forward without fear. Twin sisters Tao Xiao Ting and Tao Xiao Di have ventured to the city in search of a better life. While Xiao Ting is known for her persistence and hard work, her sister Xiao Di relies on her beauty to take shortcuts. This leads them down separate paths. Business genius Lian Sheng is called back to China to address a crisis at the Ounuo department store. His encounter with Tao Xiao Ting starts off on the wrong foot, but he soon witnesses her resilience in the face of challenges. As he learns more about her, his feelings evolve from distrust to admiration and love. Meanwhile, Xiao Di pursues the young boss of Ounuo, Chou Ying Shu. Through her sister's influence, Xiao Di comes to realize that true value lies beyond surface appearances.

Kim Yeong Ho, a personal trainer in Hollywood hailing from an affluent family, comes back to Korea following a scandal. Even with a troubling childhood injury, he upholds a commitment to a healthy way of life. Kang Joo Eun, a former beauty who has now become an unfit lawyer, finds herself rejected by her long-term partner. As Yeong Ho takes on the role of her trainer, they develop a close bond, aid each other in their healing journeys, and eventually fall in love.

Dai En Jie was born into a wealthy family with talents in both arts and sports

Jang Sa Ya is a young woman who has spent her life in a remote temple situated in the countryside. When Park Jae Woo collapses in a nearby forest, she comes to his aid. He gives her a card, promising to help her if she ever travels to Seoul. As Sa Ya's curiosity about the outside world grows and she yearns to leave her "monk" existence, she persistently negotiates with her guardian at the monastery. Her guardian reveals that she has a father living in Seoul, which prompts her journey to find him. During her quest, she encounters several challenges, and as she searches for her father, Jae Woo starts to develop feelings for her.

Zhang Guang Zheng is a shy homebody who is content with his current situation in life. However, everything changes when he falls for flight attendant Zhang You En and decides to make a change. By joining a group of dancing older women led by You En's mother, Liu Mei Li, in the public square, Zheng's perspective on life shifts dramatically. He is inspired by the women's bravery and zest for life, motivating him to strive for more. Around the same time, his strict hotel manager introduces a new employee development program. With the support of his friends, Zhang Guang Zheng works diligently to pass the evaluation and unlock opportunities for further education. As he works towards his goals, he also grows closer to You En and positively impacts those around him, including You En, who was once reserved; Wang Niu Lang, who was afraid of love; and Chen Jing Dian, who had given up on his dreams. Through his journey to become a hero in his own life, Zhang Guang Zheng discovers his true potential. (ChineseDrama.info)

Jun and Yoriko, who reside in the same apartment, are a couple with hectic work schedules. They cherish Sundays as the only day they can be together. Yoriko surprised Jun by deciding to try "smoke" cooking one day. The couple enjoyed preparing the food together, eagerly waiting for it to be ready, and happily eating together, relishing every moment they spend in each other's presence.

Matsunaga Jun, a 29-year-old individual who works as a freelance graphic designer in Tokyo, resides in a shared living space with occupants from diverse age ranges. Despite appearing spirited, Jun is actually warm and caring. The household welcomes a new member, Sonoda Miko, a high school sophomore known for her vibrant personality and proactive nature. Miko's family relocated to the countryside to manage her grandparents' inn, but she chose to stay behind to remain with her school friends. She joins Jun in the shared living space, where the residents navigate conflicts and offer support to one another, fostering personal growth and forming bonds.

Kitayama Chika, a salesperson at a clothing store who recently got married, enjoys a happy life with her husband Satoru, who works as a manga artist, despite their contrasting personalities

Miura Manatsu, a working professional wanting to uplift his sick mother, and Haruta Ami, attempting to overcome her past relationship, connect via a matchmaking app. They hastily tie the knot despite their limited acquaintance, only to realize they work together. Concealing their marriage, they slowly uncover each other's true selves and start to envision a genuine love.

A tale of self-discovery unfolds as a doctor and a policewoman dedicate themselves to their ambitions and discover love along the way. Huang Zi Li, facing numerous challenges, relocates from the Southwest to pursue a fresh start in the bustling metropolis. Fang Yan, a determined policewoman, strives to excel in her profession. Initially at odds, the two eventually find themselves drawn to each other amidst constant clashes. (ChineseDrama.info)

A romantic tale unfolds between Risa Shiroki and Hiroto Fukami. Risa, a twenty-year-old from a rural area, moves to Tokyo for college. Despite being admired by male classmates, she has never been in a relationship and yearns for a loving romance. One day, Hiroto Fukami, a thirty-year-old businessman with a charming demeanor, crosses paths with her. Their love story begins to blossom.

Cha Yang Soon, a sweet and naive girl from the countryside, often fantasizes about saving her prince charming. Her encounter with Han Ki Tae, who accidentally falls into her bath while she is bathing, starts off on the wrong foot as they immediately begin to argue. Despite this rocky beginning, Cha Yang Soon eventually finds herself in the city, determined to pay off her parents' debts. She becomes a hired servant in Han Ki Tae's household, where she sets out to teach the wealthy and spoiled young man some manners with her no-nonsense attitude. Han Ki Tae, a wealthy and arrogant heir to Snowy Cosmetics, faces betrayal from his own family members that leads to his downfall. However, it is Cha Yang Soon who helps him rebuild his life from failure to success. The drama is filled with hilarious moments as their contrasting personalities create an endearing dynamic. Overall, it is a well-crafted story that is sure to captivate many viewers.

A well-known actress with a controversial past and a detached brilliant physician both push back against their parents' efforts to set them up, until destiny intervenes

Eun Ho, a renowned actor from South Korea, has dedicated two decades to searching for his first love, Eun Dong, who disappeared following their short-lived friendship in their teenage years

During the 1980s, a talented college student named Lu Ran was coerced into a marriage of convenience by her relatives to a rugged, impoverished man with a child. Determined to take control of her own destiny, Lu Ran bravely flees. Along the way, she crosses paths with a tall, attractive, and kind-hearted man who happens to be her true betrothed! (WeTV)

Mashiba Kurumi is a publicist for "el Arco Iris," a rising interior design company popular among the younger generation through social media. She is a fashion enthusiast who is conscious of her image and seeks approval from her colleagues and boss, Hayama Shogo. Kurumi becomes so engrossed in her work that she forgets to renew her apartment lease, leading her friend Koko to help her find a new place. They discover a shared residence with three strangers: Fujino Shun, a simplistic chef aspiring for a minimalist lifestyle; Terai Haruto, Shun's cousin who works as an online counselor; and Hase Ayaka, an up-and-coming artist who creates contemporary art while working part-time as a delivery driver at a luxury supermarket. Despite their differing ages, professions, and beliefs, these individuals come together to share a home. As their personalities clash, Kurumi experiences love, deepens friendships, and learns to embrace her true self by shedding her "armor."

Ookado Akiha, a 27-year-old who is determined to remain unmarried, unexpectedly receives an offer from Momose Shuu, a 30-year-old man who desires the appearance of being married. Despite their initial agreement to enter into a fake marriage, their dynamic shifts as they begin living together and portraying a couple. (Doramaworld)

The narrative revolves around four individuals navigating the challenge of balancing their education and careers with romantic relationships.

A romantic tale unfolds between a 24-year-old office employee lacking in both love history and social abilities, and a 32-year-old woman who is a skilled shogi player they encounter during their daily commute.

The story centers on a charming shopaholic named Louis, the heir to a large business empire, who finds himself homeless due to amnesia. In contrast, Ko Bok Sil, a rural girl leading a life vastly different from the affluent elite, crosses paths with Louis in Seoul. The unlikely love story that develops between the wealthy Louis, who can purchase anything he desires, and the pure-hearted Ko Bok Sil, demonstrates to viewers that the worth of genuine love is immeasurable and cannot be purchased. (MBC)

Taking place in the 1990s, Ayu is a high school student residing in Fukuoka with her mother and grandmother. Although she works as a model, her true passion lies in acting. In pursuit of her dream, Ayu travels to Tokyo with her grandmother. While balancing high school studies, Ayu manages to secure minor acting roles. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Masa, the executive director of A Victory record label, who sees potential in her as a singer. With Masa's guidance, Ayu begins preparing for her debut as a singer despite facing jealousy from her peers at the record label. Despite the challenges, Ayu trusts Masa and finds herself developing feelings for him, reciprocated by Masa himself.

Li Hong Hai, an unassuming man in his forties with a fortune in the billions, is searching for genuine love. Despite his wealth attracting many women, he desires a connection beyond money. When he meets Xia Ke Ke, a spirited young designer, he is drawn to her and decides to hide his affluent status, pursuing her as a humble entrepreneur instead. Their journey together leads to marriage, but Li discovers that Xia was aware of his riches all along. Feeling deceived, he considers divorce, but is compelled to maintain their facade as a couple for three months to facilitate his company's public offering.

Chen Qing Qing, the daughter of a wealthy family, is determined to avoid an arranged marriage and pursue love on her own terms. On the day of her wedding, she escapes from the town and enrolls in the college where her parents once studied, hoping to uncover the truth about their mysterious deaths. To conceal her true identity, she undergoes a transformation and tries to blend in with her fellow students. Her classmate happens to be the popular singer, Si Tu Feng, whom she has crossed paths with before. Despite starting off on the wrong foot and constantly bickering, they may discover a deeper connection. This marks the beginning of Qing Qing's journey to unravel the secrets surrounding her parents' passing and find genuine love. Retrieved from the online novel "Accidentally in Love" by Chen Guang Xi Wei.

Na Young Won, a successful senior editor at Monthly House, leads a simple life in a rented residence

Seven college students discover the challenging nature of love and relationships. While being in love can be difficult, true friends can overcome any obstacle together.

The upcoming fourth season will feature narratives that resonate with everyone, encompassing not just romance, but also themes of military service, job searching, and the formation of new interpersonal connections. (Soompi)

In 1979, Yang Shu Mao returns to Beijing after completing his studies with the goal of achieving success in business to win the heart of his first love, Shi Xiao Na, who comes from a wealthy family. Working alongside his childhood friend, Zhao Ya Jing, who harbors secret feelings for him, Yang finds himself caught in a love triangle. Despite Zhao's affections, Shi Xiao Na's father disapproves of Yang's modest background, causing him to realize the class differences between them and eventually drift apart. Soon, Yang realizes that Ye Fei, another childhood friend, could be his perfect match, but his mother prefers Zhao Ya Jing as a potential daughter-in-law.

Guk Hwa is a young woman from the countryside who travels from Yanbian (China) to Korea with the intention of marrying. Upon reaching Seoul, she learns that her fiancé has tragically passed away in a car accident. Rather than going back to China, she opts to remain and build a new life in Korea. With the support of her fiancé's family, especially his nephew, Woo Gyeong, she manages to navigate the challenges of adapting to life in a foreign land.

Suzuki Nami, a native of a small rural town, has led a very ordinary life without any specific aspirations. She believes that as long as she can find a decent job and love, she will be content. In pursuit of love, Nami follows her childhood friend and crush, Kenya, to Tokyo in hopes of landing a job in the supply management department of the publishing company where Kenya is employed. However, Nami's plans do not unfold as expected. Instead of working in supply management, she is assigned to the editorial department of a fashion magazine within the company. Initially not taking her job seriously, Nami faces criticism from her hard-working editor-in-chief, Horai Reiko. Rather than being discouraged by the criticism, Nami's response is to start dreaming bigger for herself. As her perspective on work shifts, Nami also finds her views on love changing, especially after meeting cameraman Horai Junnosuke. With newfound determination propelling her forward, will Nami be able to turn her newfound dreams into reality?

A charming romance unfolds between Park Ji Yong, an attractive host for home shopping, and Sohn Ana, a reclusive young woman who rarely steps outside and finds her sole happiness in shopping from home. (OnDemandKorea)

Following a disagreement with her supervisor, dentist Yoon Hye Jin retreats to a coastal village she frequented during her childhood. Upon discovering the village lacks a dentist, she decides to establish her practice there permanently. Yoon's reserved attitude clashes with the locals, but she receives help from the carefree handyman, Hong Do Sik, as she adjusts to village life. Initially, their relationship is rocky.

The narrative explores the lives of various hospital professionals, including physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, radiologists, nurses, and medical students. Ye Jae Wook serves as a physical therapist and also imparts his knowledge by teaching in the same discipline. He has recently taken on the role of team leader at the hospital. Woo Bo Young has been practicing as a physical therapist for three years. Although her aspiration was to become a poet, her family's financial struggles led her to pursue a career in physical therapy instead. Meanwhile, Shin Min Ho is currently a trainee, but he lacks interest in physical therapy. His academic performance fell short of medical school requirements, and under the influence of his parents, both of whom are doctors, he was compelled to study physical therapy.

A romance blossoms between a successful professional woman and a younger man. He Fan Xing faces the threat of a takeover at her company and societal judgment on her relationship with Yuan Song, who is younger. As challenges pile up in both her career and personal life, she finds herself in a state of emotional turmoil. It is during this difficult period that Ye Lu Ming comes into her life. Ye Lu Ming, older and more experienced, offers guidance and becomes a point of contention between He Fan Xing and Yuan Song. He Fan Xing must navigate not only her feelings for both men but also the conflicting views on marriage and relationships. (ChineDrama.info)

When a young woman is hired as an extra to pretend she is romantically interested in a successful CEO, the lines between fiction and reality begin to blur. Wen Xiao Nuan, struggling to support her opera troupe, takes on various acting jobs for financial stability. One particular role requires her to feign affection for the attractive CEO Ye Fei Mo. As she delves deeper into her role, she becomes entangled in the CEO's business and eventually discovers both career success and love. (ChineseDrama.info)

College senior Sang Wu Yan dreams of becoming a broadcaster and works as an assistant at a radio station. She becomes enamored with the enigmatic songwriter known as "Yi Jin." Eventually, she falls in love with Su Nian Qin, only to discover that he is blind. Despite learning about his troubled past and true identity as "Yi Jin," their relationship becomes strained and they break up. Three years later, their paths cross once again.

Hong Nan Hee is a typical employee at a publishing company

Cha Jin Wook hails from a wealthy lineage and manages a large corporation. Typically, he seeks only fleeting romances, but his encounter with Lee Yoo Mi, who has never experienced a relationship before, alters his perspective. In a dating landscape filled with busy individuals who often engage in casual flings rather than cultivate meaningful relationships that permit genuine emotional expression, this pair shares a one-night encounter. Three years later, they cross paths again, igniting a tumultuous romance marked by a constant push and pull as they navigate their feelings for one another. (Amazon.com.au) Available in two formats: 13 episodes (TV) || 14 episodes (DVD; online)

This drama tells the story of a mother and her three daughters living in contemporary Korean society. It highlights issues such as the declining birth rate, increasing divorce rate, and the challenges faced by the younger generation as they shy away from marriage. Park Sun Ja, who operates a small beef soup restaurant, has raised her daughters—Mi Sun, Mi Ri, and Mi Hye—on her own. Even now, she continues to manage the restaurant while her daughters have all matured into adulthood. The eldest, Mi Sun, is married and has a daughter of her own, balancing work and family responsibilities. The second daughter, Mi Ri, is very attentive to her mother, exuding confidence and excelling in her career. She becomes romantically involved with her colleague, Tae Joo, who is the youngest son of the family that owns the company where they work. The youngest daughter, Mi Hye, once had a bright future as a novelist but has since shifted her focus to assisting her mother at the restaurant.

A volleyball coach and her team strive for victory, fostering deeper connections of camaraderie and collaboration along the way. This vibrant tale highlights the spirit of sportsmanship and features an exhilarating romance.

Sang Zhi develops feelings for Duan Jia Xu, the young man who frequently visits her brother's room to play games. Despite their five-year age gap, Sang Zhi harbored a crush on Duan Jia Xu in her youth before losing touch. Upon graduating, Sang Zhi enrolls in the same university as Duan Jia Xu, leading to their gradual romantic involvement through daily interactions.

Rewritten text: An influential man is captivated by a woman at first glance

Imagine if the person you care for was fated to go blind in three months. What would you want them to see before losing their sight? And if you were in their shoes, what would be the last thing you'd want to see? Shiki Tomokawa, a young pediatrician, is content with her life until she falls for Shunsuke, a cameraman who is set to lose his vision in a few months. How will Shiki handle the news of Shunsuke's impending fate? "To the One I Love" unfolds in two contrasting settings, the lively streets of Tokyo and the serene city of Nagasaki, showcasing the highs and lows of life, as well as the dynamics of relationships with family and friends.

Inoue Momoko looks up to her deceased father, a pilot, and starts her career as a co-pilot at a budget airline. With guidance from Captain Shinkai Kohei, who was acquainted with her father, Inoue Momoko strives to advance to the position of captain, with the encouragement of her boyfriend Umino Daisuke. During a flight, Inoue Momoko encounters a passenger dispute regarding carry-on baggage restrictions, and Katsuki Tetsuya observes the situation.