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Mano Spy

Two decades ago, Reiko Shiotani and Naomi Sato operated as undercover agents with the code names Salt and Sugar, conducting classified intelligence missions

Choi Kang, a slacker living at home, struggles to secure employment after being kicked out of high school due to a brawl. Although he is respected by gangs for his combat skills, his younger brother, who is employed at the esteemed LK Corp., holds him in disdain. However, a stroke of luck and some fortunate circumstances lead him to a meeting with the President and a position at the KSA (Korean Secret Agency)... and potentially a romantic interest or two might also be on the horizon.

Shortly after the establishment of the new China, a courageous group led by Yang Guang Hai, a leader of the advance platoon, sets up a border checkpoint in Tahar City, situated in the Pamir Mountains and inhabited by ethnic Tajiks. The wealthiest family in Tahar, the Moni family, has sought refuge at the border due to the manipulation and coercion by Ma Zhan Jiang, a leftover member of the Kuomingtang. Their maid, Gulandam, who had a childhood romance with Amir, was kidnapped by human traffickers. Exploiting this situation, a Kuomingtang spy named Gulibar poses as Gulandam to create tension between the military and civilians and smuggle bandits across the border. Yang Guang Hai foils the enemy's schemes and eliminates all the undercover agents hidden in Tahar City.

Special operatives known as Salt and Sugar have returned to duty

To recover the money she stole and lost in risky investments, Guo Li Ting resorts to borrowing from loan sharks, leading her into significant debt. Upon discovering her husband Alexius Xie Yu Hang's affair with his assistant Mona, who are plotting against her, Li Ting decides to collaborate with loanshark runner Bi Jia Suo to carry out a plan to eliminate her husband.

Hong Eun Xiu unintentionally observed a murder committed by a cold-blooded gangster, leading to her being placed under police protection. Chiu Hao Tai was designated to ensure her safety, but their relationship got off to a rocky start as she constantly attempted to escape from him. After multiple efforts by the gangster to eliminate her, they flee to an island where the locals mistake them for new educators. There, a volunteer doctor, who is the son of the renowned doctor Chong Jai Do, falls for Eun Xiu, only for his so-called fiancée to unexpectedly arrive.

Two aspiring spies part ways after one of them loses their job

In 1935, the Peace Hotel became a hub for mysterious guests engaging in high stakes gambling over a ten-day period. Amidst the occupation of Manchuria, patriot Wang Da Ding took it upon himself to investigate the imminent release of an opium cream into the market. Seeking refuge at the Peace Hotel, he crossed paths with fellow patriot, who had recently returned from overseas, and Doctor Chen Jia Ying. Uncovering Japan's sinister plan to test biological weapons in Manchuria for their invasion of China, Jia Ying joined forces with an anti-Japanese group to locate and dismantle the enemy's laboratories using her medical expertise. As the Japanese authorities closed in on the Peace Hotel, Da Ding and Jia Ying concocted a ruse, pretending to be a married couple in order to evade suspicion. Thus began a tense game of strategy and deception between the two patriots and their Japanese adversaries.

After working as a covert operative for Japan's Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office, Takahashi Erika decided to retire and marry an average salaryman and his son, keeping her spy past a secret. But a year later, her ex-boss asks her to come back to work, forcing her to juggle her roles as a housewife and a spy. (Tokyograph)

The show follows a new storyline every two episodes, focusing on three brave and attractive young policewomen who fearlessly apprehend criminals on public transportation

An intriguing tale of espionage set in a time of peace unfolds as a team of security officers utilize their intelligence, detective abilities, and patriotism to secure success. These individuals, who appear to be everyday citizens, possess unique pasts and concealed personas as they engage in a non-violent conflict against unseen adversaries. (ChineseDrama.info)

The "Armed Reaction" series began its fifth installment in 1998, featuring a light-hearted police investigation drama. The show stars experienced actors like Moses Chan, Jessica Hsuan, and the original cast member Joyce Tang. (Ahgasewatchtv.com)

An intense portrayal of a game of cat and mouse between law enforcement and criminals, packed with raw emotions.

In the romantic comedy "Spy Myung Wol," the stunning North Korean agent Myung Wol travels to South Korea with the goal of abducting a well-known male entertainer from Korea.

Prior to undergoing cosmetic surgery, Zhong Li worked as a struggling server at an exclusive club, dreaming of a luxurious lifestyle that was out of reach. When she unveils her new face after the procedure, Zhong Li is shocked to see that she now bears a striking resemblance to Lou Xiaoqian, China's most famous celebrity. This transformation propels her into the world of fame and fortune she had always desired. However, she soon learns the unsettling truth that Lou was a spy and Zhong Li has unwittingly taken her place. Now under the control of a clandestine organization, she is coerced into carrying out perilous missions. With no one to rely on but herself, Zhong Li must constantly evade death.

Led by Sui Jun Bo, the operatives endured intense and harsh training on a remote island to prepare for their mission against Japanese forces. Each member of the team had a unique and challenging background, ranging from harsh and unforgiving to brave and daring. With the guidance of their instructor, they successfully carried out one perilous mission after another.

Yoroi Kyosuke, a known fraudster, has been enlisted by the authorities to work as an undercover agent to combat terrorism. Dorothy, another member of Kyosuke's team, is a highly skilled spy who previously worked for the UK's intelligence agency MI6.

"Sagishi Ririko" is a suspenseful comedy show featuring Akiko Hinagata as a wife and mother who secretly leads a skilled group of con artists. Together, they help clients seek justice against dishonest swindlers.

The Chongqing military's secret weapon, Zheng Yao Xian, is renowned for his sharp intelligence and ruthless nature. However, little do people know that he is actually an operative for the Communist Party's covert intelligence agency known as "Kite."

The tale of Chang Hong Min, Song Qing, Lu Tian Yu, Wang Qiong Hua, and their comrades in the Qiongya Column in Hainan, Guangdong, battling Japanese soldiers, collaborators, outlaws, and Nationalist forces as they journey to Yan'an. (DramaWiki)

A tale about a Nationalist operative who has been dormant for a decade until he is tasked with carrying out Operation Black Tiger. In 1948, Li Chun Qiu is instructed by his superiors to construct a bomb and aid in Operation Black Tiger. Despite settling into a peaceful existence in Harbin, Li Chun Qiu is hesitant to return to his former life and simply desires to maintain a normal routine with his loved ones. To sever ties with his past, he embarks on a challenging struggle to break free from their influence, all the while arousing suspicions from his coworkers and law enforcement.

A narrative unfolds depicting a revolutionary who faces numerous perils in his crusade for his nation and eventually joins the Communist Party. During the 1930s, Xiong Bao Shan, the head of a criminal organization controlling Shanghai's waterways, uses up all his resources in a final confrontation against the Japanese invaders. However, before he can achieve victory, he is killed in his own residence. This incident leaves his son-in-law, Chen Lei, wounded, and forces his daughter, Xiong Hui Ming, to escape Shanghai with their child. Chen Lei suspects Sun Ben Li, who has ties to the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, as the perpetrator and aligns himself with police superintendent Zeng Ru Long, a long-standing adversary of the Xiong Family, in pursuit of justice. Misinterpreting Chen Lei's actions as a betrayal, Xiong Hui Ming rises to the leadership of the criminal organization. Will they be able to join forces against their adversaries?

During the year 1941 in Shanghai, a spy working for the secret service under Wang Jing Wei's puppet government at No. 76 faces the risk of being discovered. His life takes a sudden turn when a woman and her two children enter the picture, leading them to pose as a family to maintain their cover. Fang Jia Shu and Tao Yu Ling, individuals who have been trained as agents of the Communist underground, must ensure that their makeshift family convincingly plays their roles to protect their true identities. This task proves challenging as they face suspicion from Li Li Xing, the leader of No. 76, and intelligence director Ye Xing Cheng. In addition to his role as a spy, Fang Jia Shu also operates as a Juntong agent, further complicating matters with the affections of fellow agent Su Ya Lu and the scrutiny of team leader "Silver Fox." Despite these obstacles, Fang Jia Shu adeptly manages competing interests to accomplish his mission.

The show follows three women who are police officers working in the CIB. As they navigate their careers and relationships, they find themselves caught in a love triangle with a fellow colleague.

Struggling actor Cheung Sai Lun, hailing from Ohio but with roots in Hong Kong, returns to his homeland to audition for a film role. However, he finds himself entangled in a murder investigation surrounding the death of triad leader Old Chiang and his two sons. Senior inspector Rachel Koo of OCTB recruits Cheung to work as an undercover informant within the triad, alongside existing spy Ko Ban. Cheung is tasked with posing as the long-lost third son of the Chiang family, as the real son had perished in a gang conflict. As Cheung immerses himself in his new role, he becomes acquainted with the three Chiang sisters - Chiang Chin Ha, Chiang Chin Yu, and Chiang Chin Wai - as well as their uncle, Lui Ka Cheong, and moves in with them.

In the midst of the Anti-Japanese War, a skilled team of female spies plays a crucial role in overcoming the enemy forces. Guo Chun Guang, a trained operative working for the Communist Party, assumes the guise of a dentist in Shanghai to gather vital information on the opposition. Meanwhile, Gu Xue Feng is appointed as the new head of the Shanghai branch for the Kuomintang (KMT) military government and is entrusted with assembling an all-female special unit called Code Thirteen. Will CanLi Feng Huang successfully lead Code Thirteen in intercepting enemy communications and securing victory in the war? (Viki)

The story revolves around the foreign community in Shanghai in 1932. It follows a Spy Agent known as Athena, who must balance national warfare and personal family struggles. Liu Li Zi, also known as Goddess of Revenge, appears to be a popular beauty at the Bailemen entertainment house, but she is actually a female spy embedded among Japanese officials seeking revenge for her family. (Michelle Ye's Realm - RM1314)

The follow-up to the online show 'Never Ever Expected' features brief comedic sketches set in an office environment, where employees strive to pitch their creative ideas to their supervisor. The sketches include nods to the well-known Tiny Times series and make references to the famous actor Andy Lau.

The show is a comedic series set in a legal setting, with Kitayama portraying a lawyer.

In 1927, during the upheaval of an anti-government uprising, Xia Heng Xuan passed away while rescuing a member of the Communist Party named Ren Zhi Yuan. He left behind his younger sister Xia Yu Zhu and her servant Shuang Ju. Yu Zhu, who is fragile, struggles to support herself, while Shuang Ju joins a special group within the Kuomintang upon the suggestion of Zhi Yuan's partner, Xiao Cheng Bi. Some time later, Yu Zhu coincidentally saves Zhi Yuan, leading her to be deeply moved when he sacrifices his life. This prompts Yu Zhu to join the clandestine branch of the Communist Party, where she meets Xiao Jun Hao, Cheng Bi's younger sibling, who is on the same mission. As they collaborate, their relationship transforms into something more than friendship.

Upon obtaining his degree in law, a pragmatic individual from Beijing, hailing from a conventional Chinese household, heeds his parents' desires to venture into the competitive job market of the city. Despite facing numerous rejections, he eventually secures a position that diverges greatly from his aspirations - that of a waiter. Alongside a diverse team of restaurant employees with varying backgrounds and aspirations, a tale marked by both joy and sorrow unfolds.

The narrative revolves around the staff at Jin Entertainment, an entertainment firm that finds itself unexpectedly facing a potential closure, and their efforts to uncover the reasons behind the turmoil threatening their company.