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Love To The End

Kang San is a hardworking single father who juggles running a side dish store with working as a nursing care worker to support his daughter, Jan Di. Jan Di, a middle school student with dreams of becoming a K-pop idol, often finds herself at odds with her father due to their generation gap. Things take an unexpected turn when Mi Rae, the adopted daughter of the Hwang Dong Food Group, enters their lives. Despite being adopted, Mi Rae is an art instructor with a no-nonsense attitude and sharp intellect. The arrival of Mi Rae's first love, Ju Hyuk, adds a new layer of complexity to their developing story.

A theatrical piece centered around a woman who, through re-adoption, finally finds her place within a family, alongside a man who opts for love rather than familial ties.

The film "South of the Sun" tells the story of Kang Sung Jae, who has been wrongly imprisoned and isolated from society, and Jung Yeun Hee, who may seem content but is actually struggling with loneliness. By chance, they connect through a letter and quickly develop a deep love upon realizing they both experience similar feelings of isolation. However, their relationship is tested when Sung Jae's ex-fiancee, MinJoo, resurfaces and causes tension between them.

In the intricate world of finance, Cheuk Yat Yuen mistakenly believes that con artist Sa Fu Loi is his long-lost half brother, Cheuk Yat Ming. This fortunate error propels the swindler into a prominent position within the banking industry. Yuen's affection for Fu blinds him to the true nature and intentions of the con artist. However, Yuen's life takes a dramatic turn when he is abducted by a group of rioters while overseas, leading to a significant shift in his personality. Despite the efforts of his wife, Ho Tseuk Nin, to comfort him, Yuen struggles to overcome the traumatic ordeal. Seeking solace elsewhere, Yuen rekindles a relationship with his former flame, Tung Ling Chi, devastating Nin upon discovery of the affair. Meanwhile, Fu finds solace in assuming the identity of Cheuk Yat Ming, experiencing a sense of familial warmth and even embarking on a romantic journey with Yuen's younger sister, Cheuk Yat Sum. However, Sum, under the mistaken belief that they are biological siblings, conceals her feelings for Fu and remains committed to her admirer, Ko Tok Man. This revelation deeply wounds Fu, torn between his love for Sum and the inability to disclose his true identity. Ultimately, faced with the choice between love and wealth, Fu opts for the path of fortune, navigating a complex web of money, love, and ethical dilemmas in a gripping tale of deceit and desire.

Explores the narrative of the global economic downturn and challenges of local economic reorganization from the perspective of two business clans.

"Season" Sum Si Sun's lawyer license is revoked due to an error, leading her to transition to a role as an insurance sales representative at MIG. While working there, she encounters "Queenie" Yu Chi San, her supervisor known for using deceitful tactics to reach her objectives, "Johnny" Hon Ji Kin, a colleague who ignites something within her, and "Charles" Kwan Cheuk Hong, the former boyfriend of her mentor. As Season becomes more involved with MIG, her relationships become more complex, causing her to gradually adopt a cold and manipulative demeanor. The question remains: will she accomplish her ultimate goal?

Gong So, a pawnshop proprietor in Hong Kong, marries a female employee Dung Ji Su from Guang Zhou, China, in a typical cross-border marriage of the 1980s. However, they do not stay together post-marriage and continue with their separate lives. Meanwhile, Ji Su gives birth to two adorable daughters, Gong Hoi Chiu and Gong Hoi Lan. After several attempts, Ji Su and her daughters finally receive approval to relocate to Hong Kong. Just as they are preparing to make the move, Ji Su is robbed at the train station. Robert Chui Chi Man, the gang member Ji Su encounters at the station, assists her in pursuing the robbers, leaving Hoi Lan under the care of her older sister Hoi Chiu. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Hoi Lan is kidnapped amidst the commotion! Hoi Chiu chooses not to seek assistance, despite being able to prevent the unfortunate incident.

Man Koon Brewery, an ancient soy sauce producer located in Foshan, has been run by patriarch Man Kai Shan and his wife Tsik Tak Yung with the motto of "Maintaining family tradition." Following a soy sauce contamination incident, two women, Ha Siu Moon and Ip Sai Yiu, were reluctantly brought into the business. Along with their son, Man Cheuk Fung, they all became apprentices at the brewery. Junior master Wah Ko also became involved, creating an intriguing dynamic among the four. As secrets about the Man family are uncovered and Cheuk Fung is suddenly taken away, tensions rise. Meanwhile, Kai Shan's younger brothers - Kai Shek, Kai Tsun, and Kai Kong - are eyeing a share of the family fortune, while outsider General Ko Shiu Wing is also scheming to benefit. The 100-year-old Man Koon Brewery faces an uncertain future as it navigates through this challenging period.

Ten years ago, after Go Ya's father had an affair, she had to pause her college education and start working to help support her mother and siblings. While her circumstances were bleak, she met Min Ji Seok, who made her feel cherished for the first time, igniting a deep love between them. However, it turns out that Ji Seok's aunt is the same woman involved in the affair with Go Ya's father. This forces Go Ya to choose between her relationship with Ji Seok and her loyalty to her mother. Ultimately, they decide to deceive those around them in order to maintain both connections. "Enemies from the Past" tells the tale of two families caught in a web of secrets and negative karma, who eventually achieve reconciliation through the strength of forgiveness. (MBC)

Zheng Xiao Xiang encountered the Chinese-American photographer for the first time while she was in isolation

During a summer day, Sorayoshi saw Miyako leaving Kyoto station with a stranger, instead of going to Tokyo as planned. Curious about her companion, he continued with his usual home visits. At a lantern shop, Sorayoshi came across the same carry-on bag he had seen earlier, suspecting Miyako of dating Atsuhiko, the lantern shop's heir. Meanwhile, Miyako was returning from her part-time job delivering tofu when Sorayoshi spotted Sachiko, a woman he once liked, by the Kamo River. Sachiko, who was believed to have moved after remarrying, was actually still in Kyoto.

A theatrical piece centered on the daughter of a businessman who is battling a scheme to seize control of her father's company.

Kang Moo Yeol, a third-generation chaebol, appears to have everything one could desire—looks, wealth, and status. However, beneath this facade lies a troubled upbringing marked by family strife and the heartache of losing his former love, Han Yoo Rim. On the other hand, Han Yoo Jung is a hardworking, intelligent, and fiercely independent woman with a rebellious spirit that has helped her cope with the sudden death of her family. As the younger sister of Han Yoo Rim, she becomes entwined with Kang Moo Yeol a decade later. Both Kang Moo Yeol and his half-brother, Hong Soo Hyuk, find themselves captivated by Han Yoo Jung. Yet, Moo Yeol and Yoo Jung's relationship is doomed from the start, as their tragic romance is rooted in a calamity involving their parents. Will they be able to break free from their grim circumstances and find happiness together?

Ji-Young possesses a cheerful disposition. In light of challenging circumstances, she decides to become a surrogate mother. Her optimistic nature helps her navigate through difficulties as she strives to find joy.

When Ji Young Sun was quite young, she placed her daughter Lee Ja Kyung for adoption shortly after giving birth. She later remarried and established a new household; however, her husband passed away, leaving her with her stepson Gu Wang Mo and daughter Gu Seul Ah. Now an adult, Lee Ja Kyung has faced the loss of her foster parents during her childhood, resulting in a life filled with solitude and a lack of affection. Ji Young Sun eventually seeks out her daughter, but in her desire to keep Ja Kyung close, she attempts to pair her with her stepson.

Yu You Wei was unknowingly stripped of her wealthy heiress status and replaced by a different girl when she was young. With the assistance of Han Ming, she sets out to pursue her dream of sailing. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges, including uncovering the truth about her true identity.

The comedy "Himawari" follows Akiko, a young woman employed at the same company as her father, Kenichi No.1, as she pursues her dream of becoming a manga artist. Akiko's romantic interest is Kenichi No.2. (NHK, UMK TV)

Romantic feelings and intentions often start off innocently among young people, but eventually, they must progress in their relationship, which involves a commitment and greater responsibilities. This narrative follows a young man who recovers from an unforeseen setback. Throughout his journey, he discovers solutions to his challenges and seeks out happiness. A young father still attending college must mature quickly to support his family, yet he inspires others by triumphing over the numerous hurdles he faces. (MBC)

Zheng Shuang portrays a set of twins from a wealthy family, with one of them being swapped at birth by a less fortunate mother in order to save her ailing child. The older twin and the poor woman's daughter are brought up as non-identical twins, while the younger twin is raised by the less fortunate mother. As the girls mature, the older twin falls in love with an average man, portrayed by Hans, whom her mother disapproves of. She runs away to be with him, but tragically dies in a car accident. The wealthy mother then encounters her real other daughter and strikes a deal with her - to impersonate the deceased twin in exchange for funding the poor mother's medical care, unaware that they are actually related.

Fang Zi Yan, a young woman from a modest background, sells inexpensive jewelry to support her family and care for her father who is disabled. Xia Luo Yi constantly challenges Gong Yu Ye's patience by causing trouble within the Gong household. She desires a divorce as their marriage was solely a business arrangement. One day, Xia Luo Yi disappears. Gong Yu Ye encounters Fang Zi Yan, who bears a striking resemblance to his missing wife. To fulfill his grandmother's wishes, he offers Zi Yan money to pose as his wife. Initially, no one suspects the new Xia Luo Yi, until the real one returns.

The former journalist Zhan Da Peng, who specialized in reporting from conflict zones, has transitioned into a respected producer. However, his life takes a drastic turn when his wife, who also works at the company, decides to leave him. This leads to him losing both his family and his job, plunging him into a personal crisis. A new colleague named Chang Ge looks up to Da Peng and begins to shadow him at work. Together, they embark on creating a new program under challenging circumstances, facing numerous obstacles along the way. Despite their efforts, fate intervenes as Da Peng discovers that a piece of shrapnel lodged in his head from a previous assignment in a war-torn area poses a serious threat to his life. Focused on helping his son achieve his dream of starting a business, Da Peng also works on repairing his fractured relationships with his family. Meanwhile, he continues to work on the new program.

In the drama, Hu Jun portrays a father raising his daughter alone, with Gina Jin playing the role of his only child. The story delves into the dynamics between different types of parental figures as Hu Jun navigates the challenges and rewards of fatherhood. Alongside his teenage daughter, he must also contend with his opinionated mother and a possible romantic relationship. (AVirtualVoyage)

A tale follows the journey of three college students as they strive to achieve success in the business world. Guan Xiao Chun, Wei Wen Bin, and Jia Lei are roommates and close companions with different personalities - one is outgoing, one is reserved, and one is straightforward. Despite their diverse traits, all three have been business-oriented since their university days and pursued different paths after graduating. Guan Xiao Chun, feeling dissatisfied with his situation, decides to abandon his dreams and takes a job at an online company. However, the tech industry's unpredictability leads to unexpected challenges, causing his girlfriend Li Wei to marry Wei Wen Bin instead. This event creates a rift between the once-united friends turned rivals. Despite the setbacks, Guan Xiao Chun remains determined to make his ambitions a reality.

Even though Jung Mong Hee aspires to be a jewelry designer, she supports herself by selling inexpensive imitation jewelry on the streets. She braves the sweltering heat to contribute to her siblings' education expenses. Being the oldest in her family, she feels a sense of duty to assist with their financial needs. One day, however, Mong Hee receives an enticing offer that has the potential to transform her life. She decides to embrace this unexpected chance, viewing it as a step toward realizing her dreams.

In the upscale neighborhood of Gangnam, one mother stands out as an exception: Bok Dang Ji. She relocated to Gangnam and struggles to make ends meet, yet she feels fortunate, akin to Cinderella, because she married the man she once admired from afar. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Han Jung Wook, a prosecutor who enjoys a life of privilege and shares many similarities with her. Having risen from poverty to join the ranks of the affluent through relentless effort, he embodies determination. However, their lives take a downturn one fateful day. The series focuses on Bok Dan Ji, a mother in Gangnam, and Han Jung Wook, who experiences a fall from grace as a member of the elite, as they gradually cultivate a bond and discover genuine love. (MBC America)

The drama narrates the romantic relationship between Qiu Hai Tang, a renowned pupil in Yuzhen class, and Luo Xiang Qi, a female student from Normal University

Ren Yi Fan works for a marketing firm. Years ago, his girlfriend Chen Qing left him without a word. Despite not waiting the full three years, Ren Yi Fan meets Ye Lin, who bears a resemblance to Chen Qing. They hit it off and Ren Yi Fan decides to start anew. However, he later discovers that Ye Lin is his company's new boss and Chen Qing's half-sister from a different mother. Chen Qing reenters Ren Yi Fan's life to compete with Ye Lin, with the help of Ye Lin's rival Ji Xu Gang, as part of a revenge plot against their father. In the end, they realize that love triumphs over hate as they navigate through losses and gains.

Following three failed marriages, Omameda Towako currently resides with her 15-year-old daughter, Uta. Towako was recently promoted to the position of president at the construction firm, Shirokuma Housing. Despite facing challenges in her personal life, she continues to approach her responsibilities with enthusiasm, courage, and self-assurance, despite the frequent disruptions caused by her troublesome ex-husbands.

Lee Ha-Jin and Cha Do-Yoon were passionately in love and had intentions of getting married, but due to various obstacles, she ended their relationship in a harsh manner. After eight years, they cross paths once more. Ha Jin has "erased" the memories of her former love and is now passionate about cooking. In contrast, Do Yoon remains stuck in the past, consumed by feelings of revenge and resentment towards her. Adding to the complexity of their situation are Jeong Woo, a decent man with hidden motives, and Min Hee, a malicious woman determined to maintain her position and her mother’s approval, no matter the cost.

VIP is a dramatic series that explores the hidden dynamics of relationships in contemporary society. Jung Sun is a highly skilled and accomplished professional serving as a deputy manager at Sung Woon Department Store. As part of the VIP Management Team, her role is to cater to the elite clientele, comprising the top one percent of customers known as VIPs and VVIPs. In addition to her professional success, she enjoys a fulfilling home life with her loving husband, Sung Jun. However, her world is turned upside down when she receives an anonymous text message alleging that her devoted husband is involved with someone from his workplace. Fearful of losing everything she holds dear, she embarks on a frantic investigation of her office and colleagues to uncover the identity of the woman Sung Jun is supposedly seeing. Throughout her quest, shocking secrets about the members of the VIP Management Team come to light. Will Jung Sun uncover the truth behind the mysterious message? (Viu)

Cha Eun Dong, a principled and resilient woman with modest origins, finds herself in distress after being deceived by a trusted individual. Overwhelmed by a desire for revenge, she pledges to seek justice. On the other hand, Kang Tae In, a man guided by ethics who ascended from a mere worker to the chairman of F Sports Group, has broken his sole vow to Eun Dong, prioritizing his ambitions above their relationship.

Joo Eun Ho is a seasoned announcer who has been in the industry for 14 years but remains relatively unknown to the public. She grapples with the challenge of gaining recognition for her work. Additionally, she harbors another persona named Joo Hye Ri, which was developed as a coping mechanism for a past emotional trauma. Joo Hye Ri is characterized by her upbeat attitude and works as a parking attendant. Jung Hyeon O, who is Joo Eun Ho's former boyfriend, achieved fame quickly upon joining the broadcasting station as an announcer and is highly popular among viewers. However, Jung Hyeon O carries a hidden emotional burden that he has kept concealed from others. Eventually, Joo Eun Ho and Jung Hyeon O cross paths again and together, they find healing for their emotional wounds.

A deadly yet pure love tale about a man who relentlessly chased success for the sake of his family, and a woman who lost everything after discovering her husband's wealthy parents.

The story revolves around a mutual crush and enduring love during adolescence. The main characters reunite after seven years and, despite a series of misunderstandings, they ultimately acknowledge their feelings for each other and overcome career and emotional challenges together. Their teenage regrets are finally resolved, leading to a satisfying and happy ending.

Han Sang Eun moved to Australia with her family when she was young. After several years, she finished her law degree in the United States and intends to wed her American boyfriend. However, her father vehemently disapproves of their relationship and wishes for her to marry Kim Yeo Joon, the son of his close friend. Consequently, Sang Eun finds herself sent to Korea, where she begrudgingly partners with the disinterested Yeo Joon to come up with a strategy to escape their arranged marriage. - Dramawiki

Lee Jin Sook is a speaker focused on family well-being, but her life has been marked by sorrow. Years prior, her mother-in-law expelled her from their home, resulting in her being separated from her infant daughter. After remarrying, she faced further tragedy when her second husband passed away five years later, yet she lovingly raised her two young stepdaughters as if they were her own. Initially, she opposed her youngest stepdaughter Oh Yeong Chae's desire to marry Kim Hyeon Tae, a novice boxer and orphan, but ultimately she conceded. Following Yeong Chae's tragic death from a hit-and-run accident shortly after giving birth to a son, Jin Sook harbored resentment and blame toward her son-in-law. In the aftermath, Hyeon Tae and his child moved in with Jin Sook, treating her with maternal affection. Observing Hyeon Tae's dedication to his son shifted her perception, leading her to embrace him as if he were her own. Eventually, Hyeon Tae fell for a woman named Park Soo Kyeong. Jin Sook, dissatisfied with Soo Kyeong, later discovers that Soo Kyeong is her biological daughter. Although she longs to reconnect with her, she faces a moral quandary since Soo Kyeong harbors animosity towards her birth mother for abandoning her. Hyeon Tae eventually marries Soo Kyeong, which brings about further tensions.

In this tale spanning from the 1960s to the 1980s, we follow the journey of a young woman from a once wealthy family who finds the courage to strive for success. Despite her delicate appearance, she possesses a strong and fearless tomboyish nature. Unafraid of challenges, she can easily catch and kill a fish. However, her one fear stems from a childhood incident where she almost drowned at the age of 7, leaving her terrified of diving. In contrast, Danson Tang portrays a cold and unemotional hotel heir whose heart appears closed off and whose words are harsh. Yet, he secretly longs for a bold and adventurous girl like her to love.

The narrative centers on the emotions of the artist.

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.

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.

Yao Yuan overcame numerous challenges to make a breakthrough in the online express delivery industry. His journey spans two decades of highs and lows, starting with working his parents' long-haul transport shifts post-high school graduation. While on these trips, he seizes an opportunity that leads to an encounter with Lu Xiao'ou, the daughter of Lu Zong, the head of an express mail service. Despite a failed business endeavor that causes him to exit, inadvertently shattering Lu Xiao'ou's romantic hopes, their paths continue to intersect. Lu Xiao'ou becomes a persistent reminder of his deepest desires and vulnerabilities. Supported by Tian Hui and facing off against Liu Yun Tian's challenges, Yao Yuan finds himself entangled in a conflict between traditional enterprises and online deliveries, ultimately becoming Lu Xiao'ou's adversary. Through applying lessons learned from Lu Zong, he rekindles his aspirations and reignites Lu Xiao'ou's passion.

Choi Fung, a determined and intelligent young girl, encounters Ah Wong, a man with a mental brain injury known as "simple-minded." Despite the trouble he causes by claiming her as his wife, she continues to help him when he is bullied by other children. Choi Fung's stepmother, Lau Seung Seung, favors her biological daughter Choi Dip and opposes her marriage to Ah Wong, as it was arranged at birth. To ensure Choi Fung marries Ah Wong instead, Lau Seung Seung and Choi Dip devise a plan. Although Choi Fung believes she will marry Bao Gai Chung, she discovers on the wedding day that it is too late. Despite her mother-in-law Mai Chu Lien's approval of her, Choi Fung finds herself in a tumultuous situation under the new roof, especially when a dark secret from Ah Wong's past is revealed by Yeung Pui Kwan, causing further disruptions in their lives.

Kam Yuk was saved by the compassionate owner of a soy sauce factory from being forced into a brothel when she was a child. She later becomes the young bride of Tau, the factory owner's son. Kam Yuk ends up taking care of Tau more as a servant than a wife, as she is the one who raises him. When Kam Yuk realizes that Tau is spoiled, she convinces an idealistic teacher named Mak Sau Sing to educate him. However, Tau manipulates Mak into selling himself to the family in order to settle a debt owed by his friend, Sor Koo. Learning that Tau's father was responsible for his own father's death, Mak and Sor Koo cause trouble in the household and trick Tau into giving up the family business. Despite their differences, both Tau and Mak find themselves facing a common adversary in Cheng Sin, who has returned to town with the intention of teaming up with the rival of the soy sauce factory, Ding Fung, to drive Mak out of business.

Ling Lai Ying and her spouse, Wong Wing Jing, transitioned from owning a tea restaurant to establishing Ka Cheong Wong Limited. Lai Ying's sibling, Ling Sing Fung, assists in the company's listing, despite Wing Jing's objections. However, Hui Nga Lun intervenes on Wing Jing's behalf, helping him navigate legal troubles. Recognizing the risks facing the century-old printing business of the Huifamily, Hui offers assistance. Nevertheless, Wing Jing's sister-in-law, Leung Sun Wa, and younger brother, Leung Jaan, vehemently oppose the collaboration, along with Yue Sau Wai, who views the Hui's as elites. Eventually, Lai Ying reaches a merger agreement with the Hui's, forming the Hui Wong group. Regrettably, the merger leads to a series of complications, sparking conflicts between the working class and the affluent. The forbidden love affair between the Wong's second son, Wong Wai Ga, and the Hui's lone daughter, Hui Booi Yi, results in Wai Ga's departure. Lai Ying is devastated, only to face further turmoil when her eldest daughter, Wong Yi Oi, falls for a married man, Jeng Lap On. Meanwhile, Sing Fung finds himself entangled in a tumultuous relationship with his comrade, Fong Hei Man. Subsequently, the two families become embroiled in a longstanding vendetta.

A narrative centered around an adopted woman facing challenges in her quest to establish a family.

A familial narrative revolves around a woman who moves into her biological mother's boarding house alongside her stepmother following her father's death and the subsequent decline of his business. This challenged family navigates life's obstacles together, relying on love and empathy to achieve a joyful resolution. (MBC)

Despite facing financial hardships, Oh Bom remains optimistic and cheerful. She holds a part-time job at a factory. Kang Ma Roo is a gentle and uncomplicated young man, who possesses a certain naivety about life. An Tae Ho serves as the section chief at a corporation and is driven by ambition. He seeks out Choi Ah Ran for his own interests and eventually marries her. Choi Ah Ran is the heir to a substantial company. Although she is intelligent, she carries the burden of a troubled history; her younger sister has vanished, and her parents have abandoned her.

A theatrical piece centered on individuals confronting animosity and discord as they discover the essence of forgiveness, love, and true happiness.

This drama revolves around three women in their middle age: Cha Jin Ok, Oh Dal Sook, and Nam Mi Rae. They are friends who completed high school together and think they are living fulfilling lives; however, they encounter a significant turning point in their lives. (KoreanDrama.org)