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Magic 18

Chor Chi (Ron Ng) and his father, Chor Fan (Sunny Chan), support each other financially. Chi lands a job as a public relations officer at a tobacco company after graduating from university. He excels in his role and quickly climbs the corporate ladder, joining a group of young professionals. Chi relies on the tobacco industry for success, but Fan disapproves, feeling that his son is endorsing harmful behavior. Chi moves out to avoid conflict with his father, who later develops Alzheimer's disease. Chi returns home to care for Fan, who struggles with old-fashioned ways that amuse and annoy Chi. Chi encounters Cheng Kwan-min (Lo Chun Shun), a wealthy businessman, who offers him a lucrative job opportunity. However, a freak accident sends Chi back in time to the 1960s. In this unfamiliar era, Chi is taken in by a young Fan after being accidentally injured. He clashes with Ching Lan-fun (Shirley Yeung), the landlady's daughter, and realizes that his modern education is of little use in this new setting. With Fan's assistance, Chi secures a job at a department store and discovers that Cheng Kwan-min is the manager. As Chi learns to navigate this new world, Fan uncovers his son's true identity and allows Chi to take control of his love life. Touched by his father's sacrifice, Chi decides to change his ways and distance himself from the wealthy businessman. However, Cheng Kwan-min's sinister plans to acquire the landlady's property and evict the tenants prompt Chi to intervene. Despite his efforts to rectify the situation, Chi inadvertently returns to 2008...

A children's play featuring main characters who are reborn in the contemporary world; they embark on a quest to locate 10 magical beings that are dispersed throughout the human realm.

Jin Wei has recently brought his wife, Jenny Jones, and their four-year-old son, Charlie King, back to his hometown of Beijing after being away for a decade. Upon returning to his family's courtyard, Jin Defang expressed great joy at having his eldest son's family back in China. However, this happiness unintentionally stirred feelings of jealousy among his second son, third son, and younger daughter.

Two options to choose from: 41 episodes on television or 39 episodes on television.

The story revolves around Ni Hao's romantic journey and the transformation of her relationship with her mother-in-law into a close friendship. After completing her education, Ni Hao secures a job at a law firm where she works under Xu Hui Zhong. They quickly develop a strong bond and Xu Hui Zhong introduces her son, Man Yi, to Ni Hao. As time passes, Ni Hao marries Man Yi and forms a close relationship with Xu Hui Zhong. However, their marriage faces challenges as they realize their idealized relationship does not match reality. While contemplating divorce, they are forced to set aside their issues when Grandma falls ill. During this time, Ni Hao discovers that true happiness may have been within reach all along.

Everyday escapades of a typical household.

Bai Han, a mythical creature, lost his magical powers and ventured into the mortal world in search of his spiritual bone. Unfortunately, the spiritual bone ended up being turned into a mahjong tile by a human named Lu Chang Sheng. While Lu Chang Sheng's parents were playing mahjong on Ryukyu Island, the island was devoured by one of the four gluttonous beings, Wu Xiao Tao. Wu Xiao Tao sought out Bai Han for help in removing the island from his stomach. From that moment on, the trio formed a team known as the "Spirit Beast Mahjong Hall" and began an incredible journey filled with magic and adventure.

A compelling tale of love unfolds as an average college student finds herself in a shocking situation - waking up to discover she has transformed into a man! Jiang Nan Xue, who has been struggling with relationships and friendships, faces even more challenges after a chance encounter transforms her into a handsome young man. Adapting to her new identity proves to be difficult, especially as she must coexist with Lu He, who initially despises her. However, as time goes on, they both start to realize that they may be each other's true love.

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In the second installment, Ma Da Shuai, a previous leader of a rural village in the northern region who moved to the urban area, sets up a primary school specifically for migrant and orphaned kids and serves as its headmaster

After returning from a trip with her husband Ng Man Tak, cooking instructor Lo Siu Lai is surprised to discover that her young daughter Ng Choi Ni is living with a colleague Lau Tat Yan who is attracted to the same sex, while her divorced sister Lo Siu Mei is entangled in a romantic situation involving tenant Yau Kai and her ex-husband. Tak is forced to retire early and spends his days at home with nothing to occupy him. On the other hand, Lai is fortunate to have the chance to host a cooking program on television. Despite the sudden turn of events, Lai remains unfazed and determined to tackle each challenge with patience and dedication, even if Tak fails to appreciate it. The disagreements persist until Lai finally devises a clever solution to address Tak's concerns.

As children grow up, parents are concerned about their choices and guide them closely. However, as children mature, they must learn to be independent and parents must learn to loosen their grip. Families evolve over time, just as individuals do. The Chukot family, a typical average family, has always lived harmoniously together. Due to various events, the family dynamics have shifted, leading to the emergence of many contradictions.

KO YEE MAN, the owner of a pawn shop, is known for his commitment to helping others in times of need. However, he struggles to find solutions for his three children. His eldest son, KO WAI TING, and daughter-in-law, WAN YUN HAN, face challenges in their careers. KO YUE CHU, his second daughter, once found herself in a complicated situation but was rescued by her friend LAM FAT. The youngest daughter, KO YUE BO, is known for her lack of seriousness and tendency to gossip endlessly.

The narrative moves to a communal sauna, however, the tension between a controlling spouse and a meek yet conniving partner stays consistent with the original story.

Oniyome Nikki is based on a real-life story about a husband who faces daily abuse from his wife. The series will showcase the interactions between the couple, capturing both the hardships and the unintentionally humorous moments. Inspired by a blog post.

Nodoka Kuribayashi is a cartoonist who is facing challenges in her career. She relies on her husband, Tetsuya, to take care of household chores and their children while she focuses on her work. Tetsuya eventually reaches a breaking point and decides to file for divorce. In response, Nodoka decides to undergo training in homemaking in hopes of finding a new husband. Will she be able to enhance her skills and find love again? -- TBS

Mori Ari is a young girl who resides with her mother in an upscale apartment. When her mother announces plans to remarry and goes on a trip for the wedding and honeymoon, Ari refuses to accept her new stepfather. Determined to find her biological father during her mother's absence, Ari sets out on a quest to uncover the truth.

An incident at a construction site causes a man to accidentally collide with a young boy, leading to a divine intervention that switches their souls

The 2024 academic year kicks off, and the quirky families dive into another phase of joyful development. Without assistance from older relatives, Liu Xiang Shang and Dai Jing must balance their careers with parenting duties. Guo Ning goes to great lengths and employs various tactics to run for class monitor, while Guo Bao's overly relaxed demeanor exasperates their parents. To aid Dai Jing in her professional life, Liu Xiang Shang finds himself navigating parent associations, childcare groups, neighborhood discussions, and extracurricular organizations—so much so that he momentarily bans the term "group" at home. With Jing Ting Ting welcoming her third child, Yang Ming Biao finds his responsibilities increasing significantly: he must oversee his eldest son Fifteen's education while also caring for the newborn. Tension arises when Fifteen, following his graduation from middle school, expresses a wish to study abroad. In the meantime, Tang Xiao Wei decides to launch her own business with encouragement from Ma Ying Jie, who further complicates matters by suggesting reconciliation and the idea of having a second child. Xiao Wei feels uncertain due to Ma Ying Jie's laid-back attitude toward life. New developments emerge daily within these three families. Through various challenges, the parents gradually achieve harmony between their jobs and family life. Guo Ning successfully completes middle school, and the conflicts between Fifteen and Yang Ming Biao are resolved, allowing Fifteen to pursue his studies overseas. Ma Ying Jie secures a job and becomes increasingly busy, and before they realize it, all the children have matured.

The situation at hand revolves around an inheritance dispute between two brothers, Tian Ding and Wang Cai. Tian Ding, the older brother, is clever and capable, but without a rightful heir to claim the inheritance. On the other hand, Wang Cai, the younger brother, may not excel in his endeavors but has a son named Xiao Ming who secures his inheritance rights. This family divide is further complicated by Xiao Ming's timid and easily bullied nature. Despite his usual timidity, Xiao Ming unexpectedly becomes involved in a gang altercation and saves the leader of the Jishi gang. Following the gang leader's subsequent imprisonment, Xiao Ming is appointed as the temporary leader. However, instead of transforming into a confident figure, Xiao Ming's inherent cowardice leads to comical chaos within the Jishi gang.

Seeking a young and attractive male figure to join the household for a period of six months. Accommodation and meals will be provided. Following the passing of their beloved mother, the wealthy yet vulnerable orphaned sisters find themselves at the mercy of their scheming great-aunt, who is determined to take control of their inheritance and evict them from their grand estate. In a bid to thwart their great-aunt's plans, the sisters enlist the help of a man to pose as their mother's recently remarried and tragically widowed husband. This strategy could deceive their great-aunt, if only their stepsister would stop trying to expose the truth and oust their new companion from the premises.

In a twist of fate, cultivator Qi Yuan Bao meets fox fairy Chang Sha on Broken Moon Mountain. As Chang Sha tries to pick the heart and soul fruit, it unexpectedly flies into Qi Yuan Bao's body, forging a strong connection between them that may blossom into love.

The story follows Emperor Yung Cheng and Lui Sei Leong as they unintentionally travel 200 years into the future to present-day Hong Kong. It is fascinating to consider how these two characters from the Ching period react upon waking up in a completely unfamiliar setting. Yung Cheng, being the emperor, remains composed and observant, although slightly anxious. On the other hand, Lui Sei Leong, driven by her singular goal of assassinating the emperor and restoring the Ming dynasty, is determined regardless of the time and place. Their contrasting approaches lead to a series of amusing incidents as Yung Cheng adopts the persona of Lee Tai Ha and is welcomed by his relatives, while Lui Sei Leong joins a martial arts troupe.

Yamashita Tomo is an ordinary junior high school girl with an unconventional family situation. Her father is categorized as a "NEET" (Not in Employment, Education or Training) and her mother is significantly older than usual.

Hsu Da Cai finds himself a father following a brief encounter, yet he struggles with the idea of being tied down by his family. When he comes across a strange dice, his life takes an unexpected turn and he wakes up the next day feeling like a stranger in his own life.

Unique and unpredictable middle-aged Ma Yi Ming, is compelled to transition from his government job to become a business owner. (Wikipedia)

The play follows the journey of Jia Yuan Yuan, returning to her childhood community after completing her university studies, and her ambitious entry into the community to work.

Upon turning 30, Zhang Xiao Wu experiences a string of unfortunate events: her fiancé abandons her for another woman, her business is on the brink of collapse, her landlord evicts her, and her family members constantly ask her for money. Despite these setbacks, Zhang Xiao Wu remains optimistic and confronts each obstacle with a positive mindset, ultimately discovering genuine joy and love.

Third installment of Ma Da Shuai, a rural migrant from northern China who relocated to the urban area. Following three years of city living, Ma Da Shuai contemplates returning to his village.

Which mother believes that any girl is deserving of her beloved son? Chen Da Ke's mother had already planned the perfect marriage for him until Luo Jia entered the scene and won over Da Ke's heart. Seeing Da Ke completely enamored with Luo Jia, his mother is determined to remove her from the picture to secure her son's future happiness. Despite her efforts to prevent their marriage, Da Ke's mother resorts to making Luo Jia's life as a married woman as difficult as possible. Witnessing her daughter being mistreated by her in-laws, Luo Jia's mother is willing to do whatever it takes to defend her daughter. Will Da Ke and Luo Jia's marriage be able to withstand such a hostile family environment?

Follow-up to Xiao Ju's Spring.

Bi Shen Nan, a determined mother known for her strict parenting style, finds herself under immense pressure as she raises her daughter Qian Qian. On the other hand, her husband, Luo Su, has a more relaxed approach to parenting. Qian Qian, the couple's daughter, is considered the princess of the family. Realizing the importance of a strong educational foundation in elementary school, Bi Shen Nan decides to adopt a more disciplined approach to parenting in order to help her daughter succeed academically. Despite this, Luo Su prioritizes Qian Qian's happiness above all else, even if it means she may fall behind academically. Adding to the mix are their opinionated grandparents and the return of Luo Su's gentle ex-girlfriend.

The series revolves around the romantic relationship between a flight attendant originating from Taipei, Chen Jia Yu. Her initial romance with a Chinese man named Chen Hau results in a quick marriage. Chen Hau hails from China and comes from a family that owns a restaurant, which he is set to take over in the future.

The narrative follows the tales of Nuwa, Fuxi, Taibai Venus, Yang Jian, and other famous myths as they journey into the present day, striving to rejuvenate the heavens and bring back the gods.

Taking place in the bustling financial hub of Shanghai, this television show follows the lives of three distinct families as they grapple with the emotional toll of sending their children overseas for a superior education.

In a tale of romance and matrimony, the village establishes a committee to assist older singles in finding love before it's too late. Liu Neng, Guang Kun, and their group take on the role of matchmakers for the unmarried individuals in the village. However, their interference often leads to unexpected and comical situations instead of successful love connections. (ChineseDrama.info)

The narrative revolves around a community of individuals in the modern era grappling with comical misinterpretations arising from their adaptation to changes in agriculture. The residents of Xiang Ya traditionally look up to Liu Neng, Xie Guang Kun, and Zhao Si. Yet, their routines are disrupted by misconceptions about the government's initiatives to support the underprivileged and draw in investors. The arrival of a new local official and an enigmatic business magnate keen on investing in Xiang Ya sets off a chain of amusing incidents.

Due to the decline of Longquan Mountain Villa, Li Lao Gen decides to come out of retirement after 15 years to take charge of management once again, setting the stage for a new chapter filled with humor. After passing the reins to his son Liu Da Kui fifteen years ago, an old friend asks for Liu Lao Gen's help in finding a job for his son. To his surprise, he discovers that the villa is in a dire state and that Liu Da Kui has been working with his granddaughter and other staff to hide the truth. Determined to set things right, Liu Lao Gen returns to the villa before it's too late.

In this comedic urban drama, we follow the journey of Jiang Deshun, the head of the "Yishun Baishun" online company. Despite his extensive family and various challenges, including internal conflicts and financial burdens, Jiang strives to revive his struggling business. Through overcoming these obstacles, he realizes the importance of reconnecting with his family and addressing past issues in order to achieve true happiness.

When TV producer Lei Da accidentally becomes involved in Xu Zhi's marital problems, their lives become increasingly connected, leading to Lei Da developing strong feelings for her. To win over Xu Beiyang, Xu Zhi's strict father, Lei Da teams up with her two other potential suitors, Wang Chuang and Luo Shixiong, in an effort to show their worthiness as partners for Xu Beiyang's daughters.