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Love Playlist Season 2

A narrative that explores the highs and lows of the everyday experiences of five college students.

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 the third season, we encounter themes of love, heartbreak, challenges, and friendships that have grown more resilient than before. This season introduces fresh characters for our enjoyment and offers a unique lens through which to view various perspectives.

As graduation approaches, a group of high school students comes together to start a band. However, their musical harmony is soon disrupted by romantic entanglements. Yoo Ha Young, the lead singer known for her popular YouTube cover songs, desires to showcase her original music. Yet, both her close friend and guitarist, Lee Ji Hoon, and the older keyboardist Gong Chan Young develop feelings for her. Meanwhile, the bassist Lim Seo Eun and drummer Shim Tae Young also discover a mutual attraction between them.

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)

The plot centers around a group of recent college graduates, portraying a tale of youth, aspirations, and challenges. After finishing their studies, Ling Xiao, Tan Yue, Rao Shi Kai, Ning Xue, Ning Yu, and their peers faced the difficulties of starting their careers. As they met new romantic interests like Wei Wei, Chen Hao, and Ning Yu, they began to see love and work in a new light. Despite his father's objections, Ling Xiao was determined to pursue his dream through hard work. However, his affluent background posed a challenge in his relationship with Wei Wei. Ling Xiao helped Tan Yue secure a job at a 4S shop, where Tan Yue fell for Chen Hao. Chen Hao, in turn, wanted to create an opportunity for Tan Yue and Ling Xiao. When Ling Xiao's cousin Zhao Xiao Nan returned from studying abroad and took over the family business, he started to indulge himself. Despite his wealth and experience, he couldn't win the affections of Wei Wei. Witnessing the simple love between Wei Wei and Ling Xiao gave Zhao Zhen Nan a new perspective on love. Ultimately, these young individuals found success in their careers, love lives, and overall happiness.

Centered around the overarching theme of unreciprocated affection and infatuation for those who seem out of reach, the drama explores different scenarios that can emerge in these types of relationships. Narrated from the viewpoints of both males and females, akin to an all-knowing perspective, it enables the audience to empathize with each side and adds depth to seemingly mundane interactions between men and women. (OnDemandKorea)

Crushes are present all around us yet seem elusive. Are you curious about your status with that special someone? In your twenties, romantic relationships can often feel awkward and unfulfilled. Young people tend to develop crushes on others while fantasizing about perfect love. "The Omniscient Perspective on Crushes" illustrates young individuals experiencing crushes from an all-knowing perspective.

Ye Han, a dedicated editor-in-chief of a magazine, continuously comes to the aid of the cheerful yet clumsy gym teacher Li Xiao Xiao in various tricky situations. Despite their past wounds, a deep affection begins to grow between them. At the same time, publisher Xu Jia Cheng is reunited with his former model sister Tong Yi Wen, and they navigate the delicate balance between love and ambition. Complications arise when Xiao Xiao harbors a secret crush on Jia Cheng, but ultimately, all four individuals undergo personal growth and healing through emotional challenges. Their circle of friends also face their own struggles: lawyer Xu Yan grapples with his feelings for the lively Xu Jia Lin, while the long-term married couple Lu Zheng and Guo Sheng Lin confront underlying issues in their seemingly perfect relationship. Despite life's trials, each character ultimately finds a renewed sense of joy and connection.

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."

In this tale of intersecting lives in a social media-driven world, Nara Rimi, a well-known photographer, crosses paths with Hyakuta Natsume, a aspiring actress from Tokyo. Despite facing challenges, Natsume learns and evolves from her struggles, showcasing the diverse lifestyles of women in this contemporary setting.

The series "In the Realm of Love" is captivating due to its compact size, capturing the essence of young urban individuals in various stages of love. Despite being only 5 minutes long, each episode presents a unique love story, showcasing the power of storytelling within a brief timeframe. The show explores themes such as fortune and regret in love, reconciliations after arguments, and the intensity of passion, offering a glimpse into authentic urban life and crafting a microcosm of love within the "love apartment" setting.

Childhood companions Luo Zhi and Sheng Huai Nan were once inseparable, but as they aged, their connection waned

Five young women in their twenties move into a home named "Belle Epoque," which translates to "a beautiful era" in French. Each woman brings her own unique personality, background, and challenges. Alongside the five, they sense a sixth entity—a ghost residing in the house, perceived differently by each of them. As the girls develop a bond of understanding and grow closer, they navigate their individual struggles while experiencing the ups and downs of their vibrant twenties. The drama explores their challenges and experiences related to relationships—both within their friend groups and in dating, as well as their interactions with one another—and encompasses a variety of life events, such as college credits, part-time jobs, drinking, aspirations, and dreams. (JTBC)

It is a tale about two friends who develop romantic feelings for each other yet choose to remain just friends.

A genuine drama that explores themes of dating and marriage, created by PlayList Global.

Many believe that turning 18 is a time of freedom and ease, yet I found the experiences to be significant enough that I couldn't claim I was without concern. This is a brief web drama focused on a teenage romance set in a school environment.

When three famished girls come together, it's essential to share their romantic escapades! If the food is delicious, it has zero calories; if you chat about love while dining, it counts as -999999 calories. (Dramawiki)

At the age of twenty-nine, Go Ho grapples with the challenges faced by contemporary women, particularly in her pursuit of success in both her professional life and romantic endeavors in the 21st Century. As an advertising contractor who has had little luck in love, Go Ho dedicates herself to achieving her career goals, often viewing romance as a secondary concern. However, the situation takes a turn when an old love reappears as her new boss, and suddenly it feels as though every man is showing interest in her. Will she have enough time to navigate her romantic decisions wisely? This is a co-production with China.

The series kicks off with the premise that genuine love serves as a protective force. It follows the journeys of two individuals striving for riches and influence, alongside another pair navigating a content life amidst challenges. As the four characters engage in rivalry and experience complicated romances, the narrative unfolds to emphasize the significance of truth and love as guiding lights.

Four individuals, both men and women, cherish one another for their true selves. This is a genuine tale of unreturned affection told from a third-person perspective.

A dramatic portrayal that examines the dynamics of age disparities in romantic relationships. Woo Joo Young and Jang Woo Bin navigate the complexities of a relationship involving an older woman and a younger man, while Jang Woo Jin and Joo Young's younger sister, Joo Mi, confront the significant age difference that exists between them.

Xiao Chun Sheng, along with his companions Ye Guo Hua and Chen Hong Jun, were all raised in the same courtyard and come from military and government backgrounds

After graduating from Ying De Xue Yuan, F4 decides to go on a graduation trip to Spain. Dao Ming Si invites Shan Cai to join them, secretly hoping to spend time alone with her. During the trip, Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si become inseparable. Before leaving for Spain, Hua Ze Lei gives Dao Ming Si an envelope with valuable advice inside. The advice is to propose to Shan Cai in an old church with a special legend. Prepared with a "Meteor Ring" for the proposal, Dao Ming Si plans to ask Shan Cai to marry him in a church symbolizing love. However, on the way to the church, a car accident causes Dao Ming Si to lose his memory. He meets Ye Sha, who helps and cares for him. Shan Cai, worried about Dao Ming Si's sudden disappearance, seeks help from Jing. The other F4 members rush to Spain upon hearing the news. The story unfolds with Shan Cai's efforts to find Dao Ming Si and help him recover his memory. Meanwhile, the love stories of Xi Men and Mei Zuo are also revealed, shedding light on Xi Men's playboy reputation and Mei Zuo's romantic history since childhood.

Episode 1: What occurs when you serve as a waitress in a “hunting pocha”? Episode 2: Should you end the relationship or simply move on if you see your boyfriend being flirtatious? This is why it can be intimidating when a girl claims she comprehends.

During the late 1990s, childhood sweethearts Xiang Yuan and Ye Qian Ze had to separate temporarily. Xiang Yuan received financial support from the Ye Family to study at a university in Shanghai, while Ye Qian Ze continued with his life. Following a misunderstanding, the two lovers went their separate ways, with one in Shanghai and the other in London.

Following a night of excessive drinking, three close friends Wang Ran, Lao Diao, and Guang Dong awaken on a yacht with splitting headaches and unexpected marriage certificates! Wang Ran, who is already engaged to her ideal partner, finds herself married to her former college sweetheart who vanished without a trace; young businesswoman Lao Diao is now wedded to a conceited heir who constantly irritates her, and the easygoing Guang Dong is now the husband of a materialistic and attractive model, a situation he surprisingly doesn't seem to mind. As the story unfolds, the trio becomes increasingly involved in the lives of their fake spouses, leading to changes in their initial perceptions as well as personal growth along the way!

Guan Wen, renowned for her ability to handle difficult clients, climbed the corporate ladder in a foreign company. However, shortly before her birthday, Guan Wen was falsely accused by her colleagues and decided to resign without having another job lined up. Despite being over thirty and having a wealth of experience, Guan Wen struggled to secure a new job. After facing multiple rejections in interviews, she reluctantly accepted a position at a newly opened mall. The seemingly prestigious job turned out to be challenging, as the mall was plagued with various issues hampering its success. To make matters worse, Guan Wen crossed paths with her ex-boyfriend from college, Ding Ning, who was now cold and competitive in his career. Their professional relationship evolved from conflict to uncertainty, eventually leading to a breakup. Guan Wen found herself torn between not wanting Ding Ning to jeopardize his career for her and the need to make her own decisions. Meanwhile, her friends Chen Xuan Xuan, a retired athlete, and Jing Zhi Qiu, a former actress, were also dealing with their own struggles in life. As they faced relationship challenges and marital issues, they realized that they were their best assets in overcoming these obstacles. Despite being in their thirties, they refused to back down and were determined to emerge victorious in the battles they faced.

Irie Manato started isolating himself from society at a certain point. Despite appearing indifferent when teased, it is merely a facade he puts on. His encounter with a peculiar girl named Misawa Yui changes things. Yui, who despises the monotony of daily life, playfully challenges Manato with her blunt honesty. Feeling lonely and scared, Manato hesitates but is inexplicably drawn to her. Unfortunately, his affection for Yui is destined to remain unreciprocated. --TBS

AbemaTV is promoting a drama/romance series that promises to blend themes of love, heartbreak, camaraderie, and the essence of youth. The show will center around the journey of five individuals as they come together to establish a voice acting agency in pursuit of their shared dream. (The Hand That Feeds HQ)

A narrative about an intelligent young girl who, having lost her family during the Korean War, navigates the swift transformations of Korean society in the 1970s. It is a tale that explores themes of ambition, love, grief, forgiveness, and the reconciling of two generations who endured the chaotic times of the first and second Korean Wars, spanning from the 1950s to the 1970s.

Liang You An, an executive assistant to a prominent figure, found herself feeling stuck in her unfulfilling job

Xu Ran and Lin Yu An share a unique bond as siblings who are not biologically related

The situation worsens for the radio show hosts as their marriages deteriorate further upon discovering the identities of their husbands' secret lovers. (Netflix)

This romantic tale follows Wei Qing, a successful executive dealing with severe OCD that hinders his interactions with women

Ahn Nae Sang and Yoon Yoo Sun are a married couple in their middle age. Following the collapse of his business, they relocate to her brother's residence, which ignites the ensuing conflict.

Five females reside on the 22nd level of a shared apartment complex. Despite their distinct personalities, they face individual challenges in their professional, familial, and romantic lives. Through mutual understanding and navigating the hardships of Shanghai living, they each experience personal growth and change. Inspired by A Nai's novel "Ode to Joy."

Shin Joo Yeon, a 33-year-old fashion marketing director at a home shopping network, has cultivated a tough and resilient exterior to navigate her professional environment. After numerous disappointments in her romantic life, she has nearly lost hope in finding true love. On the other hand, Joo Wan, a 26-year-old songwriter with a laid-back attitude, has returned to Korea after spending seventeen years abroad. Until he was nine, he was largely cared for by his mother’s friend and her daughter, Shin Joo Yeon. While she remembers him only as the child she had to entertain when her mother was preoccupied, Joo Wan’s fondest early memories—ranging from bath time to playful moments and learning to tie his shoes—are filled with her presence. Upon reuniting, he seeks to mend Joo Yeon’s disillusioned view of romance.

Is a young woman able to find the bravery to approach a former high school crush? Xia Man Li was always well-liked in school and considered the most beautiful girl in her high school, yet she has never had luck in love. At a high school reunion, she reunites with Zhao Li Qi, a kind guy she once had feelings for. Man Li's younger sister, Xia ManAn, also harbors a childhood crush on Zhen Ying Jie, but despite her attempts to get close to him, he always appears to be involved with someone else. Ten years later, will the sisters be able to summon the courage to follow their hearts?

As she nears the end of her studies, Situ Mo, a student majoring in accounting, faces uncertainty about her future

Mitarai Yo is a successful professional employed by a shoe company, but her romantic life is in disarray

Park Jae Won, an enthusiastic architect, finds it difficult to forget a enigmatic woman who captured both his heart and his camera

In a lavish shared residence in Seoul, six individuals from various nations experience life, love, and camaraderie

Cha Yoon Hee, a thriving producer of television dramas, is apprehensive about the idea of in-laws and desires a partner who has no familial connections

Wei Qing, the CEO of Yunma Group, and Zhou Shi, an art graduate, end their relationship due to a lack of trust. Two years later, Zhou Shi reenters Wei Qing's life, prompting him to make efforts to reconcile. As they spend time together, they work through past misunderstandings and gain clarity on their feelings. Meanwhile, Zhou Shi's friends Lin Fei Fei and artist Ning Fei continue to thrive, while Bi Qiu Jing and Li Ming Cheng, a perfect match, start a family.

In the midst of a sunny summer spent on a remote island, Nie Xiao Zhi anticipates a peaceful vacation but discovers a surprising bond with Chen Li, a fellow student of his older brother