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The plot of this series revolves around the television industry in Hong Kong during the 1980s, focusing on individuals who started as TV artists during that period and eventually rose to become prominent figures in the future of Hong Kong television

The plot centers on Usa Shijimi, a 38-year-old high school teacher specializing in classical literature. Despite facing hostility from her students, they are unaware of her secret double life. Outside of school, she assumes the persona of Watanabe Mayu, a widely adored 17-year-old idol, by lying about her age. (Tokyograph)

He may appear as a popular and attractive celebrity on the surface, the top choice for women in Japan. In reality, he is a sensitive and kind-hearted individual. Yuichiro Sakuraba is making a comeback! Despite his status as a major star, Yuichiro Sakuraba is a sentimental person who easily gets emotional. He has now fallen in love with Minami Ishihara, an older woman with a child from a previous marriage and a large family of only female members. Despite facing various challenges, Yuichiro and Minami eventually tie the knot. Yuichiro must now navigate between his roles as a celebrity and a husband in his new extended family.

Shogo, a man who has gone through a divorce and has a daughter, used to be part of a band when he was younger. However, the band disbanded quickly, leading him to start working at a record company. At 60 years old, he develops feelings for Kaede, who is 35 years old, but they have differing careers and beliefs. To complicate matters further, Kaede is already in a relationship with an attractive man.

This narrative follows a well-known and attractive celebrity who relies on his three companions and the head of his agency, who all strive to support him through his challenges as both an actor and an individual

Eripiyo's life takes a drastic turn after watching a performance by the idol group ChamJam, becoming infatuated with member Maina Ichii. Despite Maina being the least popular member, Eripiyo dedicates herself to buying Maina's merchandise, mainly singles, at the expense of her own wardrobe. Attending ChamJam concerts with friends Kumasa and Motoi, Eripiyo works multiple jobs to fund her Maina obsession. Maina grows concerned about Eripiyo's sacrifices for her.

"Neng Ren Feng Tian Gui" narrates the journey of a countryside farmer who ventures into the urban landscape in pursuit of a brighter future

Is it possible to have a happy life when your parents disapprove of your partner? Mi Xiao, a journalist for a news agency in Beijing, falls in love with Jin Liang, a gynecologist. Despite her mother's objections to marrying a non-native Beijing resident, Xiao Mi is determined to be with Liang. However, when living with Liang's father proves to be challenging, Xiao Mi's mother refuses to sit idly by.

Set in the early 1500s during the Ming Dynasty, "The Four Scholars of Jiangnan" depicts a time when the Zhengde Emperor ruled recklessly and foolishly. The emperor's eunuchs, under the leadership of the influential Liu Jin, are increasing their power as the emperor's authority wanes. It falls upon the four scholars from Jiangnan to prevent the corrupt officials from causing more harm to the nation and its people.

Tang Qiao Fei is facing an unplanned pregnancy with her second child. While she desires to keep the baby, her mother opposes the idea. Ye Qing and her spouse are conflicted over the decision of starting a family.

During her college years, she eagerly pursued a charming senior, only to be harshly rejected and publicly embarrassed. Several years later, they crossed paths once more, with him now being her superior at work. With a newfound determination, she sets out to win his heart this time around. Love and animosity are merely fleeting emotions. As the suave boss encounters the materialistic girl, how will they navigate the drama within the shopping mall and the complexities of love?

A collection of individuals frequent a cafe referred to as "Crazy Coffee".

The narrative follows a collection of freshman students hailing from various parts of the globe, each harboring individual aspirations, as they enact amusing, peculiar, romantic, heartwarming, and captivating tales within the university setting. Douban

The drama depicts the lives of three unique children - Zhuang Zhuang, Xiao Bin, and Sha Sha, known as the "Computer Dolls," as they navigate their family dynamics

Upon Zhang Li Dong's return to Erlong Lake Village to establish a business, he and Wang Chun Hua achieve remarkable success in managing Lidongxi Restaurant. Zhang Li Dong's innovative ecological aquaculture concept gains significant attention at a township government conference, leading to both recognition and financial backing. After discussing recent developments with Wang Chun Hua, they make the decision to invest in fish farming to improve the livelihoods of their fellow villagers while preserving Erlong Lake's ecological balance. Meanwhile, Ai Qing Qing, who has returned to the village after studying abroad to conduct research on gray cranes, develops a favorable opinion of Zhang Li Dong, causing Wang Chun Hua to feel jealous. The situation becomes more complicated when Zhang Li Dong's ex-wife reappears, expressing a desire to reconcile.

Yang Xian, a man of average appearance, enjoys cracking jokes

Product designer ALEX MO NGA LIK (Ruco Chan) and marketing director STEVE MAN KA WAH (Louis Yuen) share a close bond like brothers. Despite earning praise from their boss KO WAI TING (Stephen Au), their hopes for a promotion are dashed by the authoritarian behavior of general director VIOLET CHE WING HAN (Florence Kwok). Disillusioned with the company due to the "Boss's Ten Faults", STEVE teams up with his Indian friend INTERPAL SINGSIU LUNG (Q Bobo) to start a private business. Adding to their challenges, ALEX's girlfriend NING LING JING (Kristal Tin) joins the company, works under VIOLET, and gets promoted to manager. This leads to STEVE becoming a boss as well, resulting in changes in the work environment where both STEVE and LING start exhibiting behavior that contradicts the "Boss's Ten Faults". Impulsive "Post-80" MO KIN YEE (Natalie Tong) rushes to buy a home and accidentally purchases a haunted house. Shortly after, she meets YIU YI LONG (Jason Chan), whom she initially believes is the perfect match but later realizes he is not what he seems.

A 13-episode series features Maki Yoko portraying various roles in standalone episodes. These roles include a wife, a hostess, and a student. Each episode presents a unique story and showcases a diverse range of styles, from comedy to gangster drama.

Chow Kwok Ching was a man who lacked direction and constantly changed jobs in his thirties. Due to his mother's influence, Ching decided to join the police force, despite not excelling in his duties. He was eventually stationed at Sha Tau Kok on the border. Alongside this, Ching had a strained relationship with a mainland woman named Kam Lan, whom he viewed negatively. Lan, originally from Guangxi, had moved to Shenzhen with friends in search of work. After struggling to find employment, she resorted to working at a karaoke club where she met Wan Yau Choi. Lan believed Choi would marry her, so she gave him her savings for his education in England, only to never hear from him again. To support her child, Lan and her friends opened a fashion boutique in Chung Ying Street. She attempted to move on by dating Ching's friend Lau King Keung, but their relationship was unsuccessful due to their conflicting personalities. Meanwhile, Lan discovered her feelings for someone new.

HK native SZETO PAK YU is dedicated to managing a travel agency. Despite facing bankruptcy after helping his girlfriend with debts, he maintains a resilient attitude and continues to work towards a better future. His cousin KO YAU LAM, who grew up in China, moved to Hong Kong to pursue a singing career. Living together leads to cultural clashes, but also moments of humor. Over time, they learn to support and understand each other. PAK YU forms a bond with social worker KA PUI CHOI (Joey Meng) while assisting new immigrants. When PAK YU discovers his girlfriend's infidelity, CHOI stands by him during his emotional turmoil. LAM bravely embarks on his singing career, meeting a group of companions who struggle to find true friendship, as well as his birth mother. Whether from Hong Kong or Mainland China, everyone is simply striving for a happier life.

After spending many years abroad, LAM TSOI-YEH returns to Hong Kong when his father, LAM CHI-WING, falls seriously ill. He becomes acquainted with the neighbors in his tenement building by chance, leading to a significant change in his life. Starting off at a supermarket, he later becomes a union leader and eventually runs for Legislative Election. Throughout these years, TSOI-YEH and his neighbors witness the transformations taking place in Hong Kong. His efforts to defend and advance labor rights bring him into conflict with YAU TIN, a wealthy heir. District Councilor CHAI TSAU-SHUI switches sides opportunistically, but her past relationship with a wealthy businessman is exposed. TSAU-SHUI's daughter, CHAI CHING-MAN, who was TSOI-YEH's first love, is forced by her mother to date KWOK PO, leading to a sheltered existence. Meanwhile, TSOI-YEH's younger sister, LAM SUET, faces repeated rejection in her pursuit of a singing career. Her boyfriend, MA LEI-AH, is willing to do anything to achieve fame and fortune, even if it means getting involved with married wealthy women. These events mirror real-life situations, showing that everyone has their own unique story regardless of their wealth, status, or political beliefs. As we each strive for our own goals in life, love, and career, and pursue our own dreams, we continue to uphold the spirit of Hong Kong: Never give up!

HO SIU-LAN, born into a prestigious family, manages the affairs of Lin Enterprise with great skill. Her two sons, LIN CHI-SUM and LIN CHI-KIT, are in relationships with actresses from the entertainment industry, prompting SIU-LAN to push for their marriages. Her daughter-in-law KWOK FEI-FEI is known for her dramatic flair, while MAN CHOI-LING, the other daughter-in-law, is known for her comedic performances. The rivalry between the two daughters-in-law extends beyond showbiz to the family's grand estate. Despite appearing kind and loving, SIU-LAN harbors secrets that threaten to disrupt the family. The three women showcase their acting talents, leading to a series of humorous situations. When embezzlement is discovered within the company, the family faces a crisis that uncovers hidden truths and emotions.

Sex is a complex topic that involves communication, intimacy, family bonds, and philosophical aspects of life. It is essential to recognize the significance and impact of sex. The development of three unique characters was inspired by real-life situations. These characters include a male virgin who feels oppressed and believes he only has one opportunity for love, a girl with a sexual disability who doubts her worthiness of love, and a divorced man who is proud of his experiences but struggles to satisfy women. Their stories come together in a romantic comedy that explores the themes of sex and love.

Cha Heung Sin, a mother who devotes herself full-time to her family, was raised by the strict first-generation tiger mom Ding Kwai Yin. Unintentionally, she establishes a set of strict rules resembling those of a monster for her two daughters, leading to resentment from her elder daughter Yim Sin Yue. This creates constant conflict between mother and daughter. Cha Heung Sin's husband, Yim Ha, usually acts as a peacemaker to alleviate the tension, but he is currently experiencing a mid-life crisis and is tempted to engage in an extramarital affair. As a result, the couple is on the verge of separation. Not only is Cha Heung Sin strict within her household, but she also exhibits a tough demeanor towards outsiders. She engages in heated arguments with Yuen Yuen at the parent-teacher association meetings. Fortunately, Man Ga Hei, a fearless disciplinary mistress, steps in to defuse the situation and eventually transforms the two tiger moms into friends who commiserate over the lesser-known challenges of being a tiger mom. While Cha Heung Sin wholeheartedly paves the way for her daughter to become successful, she discovers that Yim Sin Yue is in a relationship with Man Ga Hei's younger brother, Man Leung Hei. In response, Cha Heung Sin teams up with Man Ga Hei to intervene and break up the young couple. A long-held secret surfaces after being concealed for over a decade, pushing the mother-daughter relationship to the brink of collapse.

In the turbulent period of the Warlord Era, a unique soldier experiences a stroke of good fortune and rises seven ranks to become a Marshal. Accompanied by his three foolish companions, they engage in various unconventional activities. Meanwhile, three fierce warlords are watching him closely like predators. Internally, he is uncertain if any of his three wives are acting as spies. Ultimately, a power struggle ensues, with bullets flying and conflicts arising among allies.

Kent Chang, a notorious figure in the loan-shark industry, has always employed unethical tactics to manage his business and recover debts. Despite his wife, Maggie Siu, advising him to distance himself from the illicit business, Kent remains unapologetic. Detective Chris Lai, known for his strong sense of justice and aversion to wrongdoing, becomes interested in Kent's operations. One day, a life-changing event occurs when lightning strikes, prompting Kent to have a change of heart. He decides to give up his questionable practices, using his wealth to contribute to the community, transforming into a respected figure known as the "Neighbourhood Fortune Man."

Five royal princes present themselves to Fukurokoujo Rina, a humble girl with a kind heart, in order to grant her wishes no matter how grand they may be.

45-year-old Reiji Watanabe pays a visit to his parents' residence, where they used to operate an arcade called "Game Center Watanabe." While reminiscing about the past, Reiji nostalgically recalls his friends Kido and Takano. In the early 1980s, their family's arcade was a popular spot frequented by locals, children, and working professionals alike. Reiji's friend Kido was a regular visitor who would spend most of his pocket money on the games available. Initially uninterested, Reiji's curiosity was piqued when he noticed a girl named Takano enjoying the games. Subsequently, Reiji and Kido engaged in friendly competition, forging a bond over their shared love for gaming. Throughout the years, from 1983 onwards, Reiji, Kido, and Takano shared many memorable moments, both positive and negative, while indulging in their favorite pastime together.

Yujiro Sawaki is not skilled at stealing, as his kind nature makes it difficult for him to commit crimes. One night, he and his brother Yasu attempt to break into a sushi restaurant near Kuramae Station, but they are caught and attacked. After a moment of reflection, they find themselves welcomed by the people at the restaurant, who mistake Yujiro for the renowned chef Teru who had left years ago. Despite their initial intentions to escape, Yujiro and Yasu end up forming connections with the people there.

Cloud5 is a band consisting of four members who recently made their debut. Despite facing internal issues and misunderstandings, they were on the brink of disbanding until they encountered SHARK, younger artists from their record label, who reminded them of the true essence of music.

The movie is segmented into five parts: the initial segment focusing on a family dynamic, the second segment delving into infidelity and communication issues, the third segment exploring themes of love with characters Joel and Alette, the fourth segment centered around corporate management within the White Company, and the final segment highlighting the lives of women in the narrative titled Good Morning. The film draws inspiration from Grimms' Fairy Tales.

This drama centers on Young Ae and the biased depiction of overweight women, highlighting the pressure they face from their bosses, coworkers, and the workplace environment.

During tough economic times, it's important to put in extra effort to achieve financial success. Mama Jiang and Papa Jiang have spent a significant portion of their lives together, often arguing about finances and their three children. Papa Jiang, a retired government worker, values a simple life while Mama Jiang dreams of wealth and success for her family. She hopes her children will become wealthy and not have to experience the same financial struggles she did. Everyone desires wealth, including the daughter-in-law who wishes for her husband, the eldest Jiang son, to succeed in starting his own business. However, the path to riches is challenging and requires determination. How can an ordinary person strike it rich?

Jack's father has made the decision to move back to his hometown in Tainan, allowing Jack to stay in their home in Taipei. The house used to have a theater space that was being rented out for rehearsals, but due to the low rent and large floor space, Jack decided to renovate it. He converted the area into separate rooms and a spacious living room which he then put up for rent. Upon advertising the available rooms, multiple locals expressed interest in renting them, each with different occupations and backgrounds.

The plot centers on a well-known Japanese eatery in Taiwan that operates under the guise of a family-run business. However, the supposed family members are actually hired individuals by the restaurant owner. Will these fake family members eventually form genuine familial bonds?

The father of the child is a sensitive man who is moved by little gestures. Despite being disorganized, he is always willing to lend a hand. He may be underestimated, but he never shies away from a challenge. Unfortunately, he doesn't realize that his affable demeanor is causing significant disruptions for his family.

Each individual who enters a specific bar in Taiwan brings with them a unique story and melody. The owner and chef of the bar take the time to hear their tales and offer a song in return that brings comfort and empathy. Through each episode, viewers will delve into the lives of various customers as they share their experiences and witness the bar's response.

A drama centered around the journey of idol growth showcases performers who were once well-known idols, effectively illustrating how girls from Japan and Korea face challenges as they aspire to debut in a K-pop idol group.

Big Heat is a debut idol group made up of four young individuals who have each faced different challenges imposed by society. Despite these hardships, they have found the strength to rise above and pursue their aspirations. This drama explores their journey to stardom while addressing contentious topics within the entertainment sector.

A collection of hopeful young musicians dream of achieving fame as they navigate through the challenges of friendship, love, and school life. (Netflix)

Ji Seung Yeon aspires to become a hip-hop icon, and a series of unforeseen circumstances propel her towards that goal. However, she faces a unique challenge: to become a member of a male idol group, she must disguise herself as a boy. Along her journey, she encounters Kang Woo Hyun, the charismatic leader of the renowned idol group M2, whose charming smile conceals his arrogant and self-centered nature.

The plot unfolds within an entertainment agency. After successfully producing a number of renowned idols, a producer starts to reconsider the entire concept of stardom, leading him to take a hiatus for several years. Upon his return to the agency, he decides to focus on some neglected trainees and aims to form a co-ed idol group. These trainees experience unconventional training as they prepare for their debut in this new ensemble.