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Monster(몬스터)

2016South Korea
BlindnessBusinessCrimeDeath Of A BrotherDeath Of A MotherDeath Of A StepfatherHeir Male LeadManager Supporting CharacterMelodramaMurderPower StruggleRevengeRomanceSoap Opera

Individuals who perpetrate acts of cruelty against the vulnerable to amass wealth and influence, all while evading accountability, are akin to monsters. A man confronts the corrupt elite or "monsters," whose true identities are concealed from society, following the tragic loss of his family due to a conspiracy orchestrated by individuals of immense power. In an unexpected turn, he discovers love within the dark underbelly of society, and through this journey, the TV miniseries conveys a message about the importance of noblesse oblige and the essence of life. (MBC)

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Recommendation: Thorn Flower similar to Monster
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Thorn Flower(가시꽃)

2013South Korea
Death Of A MotherMelodramaMurderRevengeSoap OperaDeathDeath Of A FatherMiscarriagePoor Female LeadPregnancyRape

Like Monster, this drama also features Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, Murder, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 25% similarity match.

Se Mi, a college student and hopeful actress, hails from a family that has never been wealthy but has always found joy in each other. On the very day she receives the Best Actress Award, her boyfriend Jae Joon proposes, coinciding with the news of her pregnancy. However, the celebration turns into a nightmare when she goes to work at the mansion of the Taegang Group, as requested by her father, the estate's manager. Hyuk Min, the son of President Kang of the Taegang Group, possesses everything—handsome looks, influential connections, and an elite education. Despite his charming facade, he harbors a dark, sadistic nature. On the night Se Mi arrives at the mansion, Hyuk Min is overtaken by lust and attempts to assault her. Terrified, Se Mi flees and tragically falls from a balcony, slipping into a deep coma. In a devastating twist, her father witnesses the incident and dies from a heart-stopping shock after tumbling down the stairs. Meanwhile, her mother is killed by an unknown assailant while trying to uncover the truth behind her husband’s mysterious demise. After six months, Se Mi miraculously awakens, only to discover that she has lost both her parents and her baby. To compound her grief, she learns that Jae Joon has married Ji Min, Hyuk Min’s sister. Ji Min, consumed by jealousy and aware of the horrific events from that night, remains silent as she pursues Jae Joon, who mourns the loss he believes Se Mi has suffered. Meanwhile, Nam Joon, the Director of Public Relations for the Taegang Group, discovers that his father, who took his own life during Nam Joon's childhood, was a victim of corruption linked to the group. Fueled by a desire for revenge, he seeks out Se Mi to help him confront the company. With Nam Joon's assistance, Se Mi escapes danger and relocates to the United States. After seven years of hiding, she returns to Korea as a successful entrepreneur under the name Jennifer Dia. As Jennifer, Se Mi transforms from her vulnerable former self, who endured the tragic losses of her family, betrayal, and assault, and sets out to exact revenge on those responsible for her suffering.

Recommendation: Dangerous Woman (2011) similar to Monster
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Dangerous Woman (2011)(위험한 여자)

2011South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaComedyDramaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Passionate Love (2013) similar to Monster
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Passionate Love (2013)(열애)

2013South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamilyStar Crossed Lovers

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

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?

Recommendation: Enchanting Neighbor similar to Monster
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Enchanting Neighbor(황홀한 이웃)

2015South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaFamilyInfidelityMarried Female Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 24% similarity match.

Gong Soo Rae has loved her husband, Seo Bong Gook, since their teenage years. However, she discovers that he is involved in an affair with Choi Yi Kyung. At the same time, Park Chan Woo portrays a man who stands by her side.

Recommendation: The Ladder of Love similar to Monster
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The Ladder of Love(爱的阶梯)

2016China
BusinessHeir Male LeadMelodramaPower StruggleRomanceArranged MarriageConspiracyFriendshipLove SquareRivalryUnrequited LoveWorkplace PoliticsWorkplace Setting

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Heir Male Lead, Melodrama, Power Struggle, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Being born into wealth comes with its own set of challenges. Zhang Hao Tian, the inheritor of a major company, finds himself surrounded by plots and schemes aimed at undermining him. Despite his affection for Chen Qiu Yan, Hao Tian is forced into a marriage with Song Zi Han, with Luo Shan unable to prevent it. Meanwhile, Hao Tian's college buddies, Lu Feng and Chu Yao Hui, encounter their own obstacles as they strive to find fulfillment in their lives.

Recommendation: A Bird That Doesn't Sing similar to Monster
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A Bird That Doesn't Sing(울지않는 새)

2015South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamilyRiches To RagsWrongfully Accused

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 22% similarity match.

A 10 billion won insurance murder scandal leads Oh Ha Naui to lose everything she holds dear. In response, she embarks on a quest for vengeance against Chun Mi Ja, the person responsible for her tragic circumstances.

Recommendation: Hotel King similar to Monster
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Hotel King(호텔킹)

2014South Korea
BusinessMelodramaMurderRevengeRomanceAntihero Male LeadBirth SecretCrime Against A PropertyCrime Against MoralityDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEnemies To LoversInheritance TheftViolence Against Children

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Murder, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A wealthy heiress faces challenges in maintaining her luxurious 7-star hotel, relying on the support of the general manager, who is seeking revenge against his father. As their bond evolves into romance, they uncover hidden truths regarding the circumstances of the deceased chairman's death, culminating in a startling discovery. (MBC)

Recommendation: Red Shoes (2021) similar to Monster
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Red Shoes (2021)(빨강 구두)

2021South Korea
Death Of A MotherMelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaAntihero Male LeadDeath Of A FatherDramaFamilyFemale Centered PlotGreedNeurological DisorderRich Man-Poor WomanSelfish Parent

Like Monster, this drama also features Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale of a cruel mother who deceived her father and abandoned her ill younger brother in pursuit of love and selfish desires, while her daughter harbors fantasies of retaliation against her mother. (Naver)

Recommendation: On the Road (2018) similar to Monster
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On the Road (2018)(梦想合伙人)

2018China
BusinessMelodramaRomance

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Riches and Stitches similar to Monster
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Riches and Stitches(鳳舞香羅)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessCrimeRomance

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Crime, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Siu Chun Hang (Moses Chan) has always had a passion for Cheongsam. He creates his first cheongsam for his crush Po Chui Lung (Anne Heung), a former princess. His modifications to Lung's cheongsam result in a design that is understated yet sophisticated. This leads to his reputation as a skilled tailor and designer. However, life has its challenges. Little did he know that his success would mark the beginning of his downfall. Lung works for Wing Ho Tung (Kwong Wa), a triad member who owns a nightclub. Lung proposes that Hang design clothing for Lang Heung Ling (Melissa Ng), a top dancer at Tung's club, to advance his career. Despite his expertise in cheongsam, Hang faces difficulties. And due to his brother Cheung's (Michael Tong) actions, Hang finds himself in deep trouble.

Recommendation: The Third Marriage similar to Monster
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The Third Marriage(세 번째 결혼)

2023South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomance

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

A drama unfolds the tale of romance and matrimony in the midst of a deceitful game played by a manipulative woman and another woman striving to reveal and penalize falsehoods

Recommendation: Golden Empire similar to Monster
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Golden Empire(황금의 제국 )

2013South Korea
BusinessMurderPower StruggleRevengeDramaFamilyGreedOlder Woman-Younger ManWorkplace Politics

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Murder, Power Struggle, and Revenge themes with a 21% similarity match.

A conflict for power involving three individuals within a chaebol dynasty spans two decades, from the tumultuous phase of Korean finance in the early 1990s to the 2010s. Jang Tae Joo, a young man, strives to create his so-called empire of gold from scratch following his father's passing. To realize his ambition, he weds Choi Seo Yoon, the heir to the Sung Jin Group. The struggle for supremacy intensifies between Jang Tae Joo, Choi Seo Yoon, and her elder cousin, Choi Min Jae.

Recommendation: Glamorous Temptation similar to Monster
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Glamorous Temptation(화려한 유혹)

2015South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipPoliticalPoor Female LeadRich Male Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 21% similarity match.

A young woman discovers from her whistleblower father that being truthful isn't always the best approach. Shortly after tying the knot, she finds herself overwhelmed by insurmountable debt that she cannot manage. However, through a series of events, she begins her journey towards joining the top 1% of wealth holders and intentionally seeks to expose their wrongdoing and hypocrisy. Her quest unveils an insatiable greed and thirst for power driven by the chase for wealth and profit. Meanwhile, two friends aspire to attain the same financial success, which unintentionally turns them into rivals, leading to heartache, strained relationships, betrayal, and a love triangle. Amidst this chaos, a resolution emerges, bringing forgiveness and a renewed connection with family. (MBC)

Recommendation: The Promise similar to Monster
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The Promise(천상의 약속)

2016South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaBirth SecretFamily RelationshipMiscarriageSeparation At BirthUnexpected Pregnancy

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 21% similarity match.

Lee Na Yeon becomes an orphan after chaebol heiress Park Yu Gyeong is responsible for her mother, Lee Yu Nae's, death in a car accident. Yu Nae and Yu Gyeong were in competition for the affection of the same man, Jang Gyeong Wan, with Yu Gyeong luring him into marriage by asserting that he was the father of her unborn child. In an effort to make up for abandoning his college girlfriend, Gyeong Wan tries to provide a home for the orphaned Na Yeon, which incites the fury of Yu Gyeong and the jealousy of his daughter, Se Jin. Upon uncovering evidence that suggests her mother's death might not have been accidental, Na Yeon chooses to turn her back on a life of luxury and privilege to live in an orphanage. She is taken in by the widow of the man who caused her mother’s death and grows up alongside Tae Jun, a talented and ambitious young man from a poor background who becomes her first love. However, in pursuit of his own ambitions, he betrays her trust and chooses to be with Se Jin.

Recommendation: All is Well (2019) similar to Monster
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All is Well (2019)(你那邊怎樣·我這邊OK)

2019Taiwan
BusinessCrimeMurderPower StruggleRomanceChasing A DreamComedyDeathDramaFamilyFamily DisputeGangHeistNice Male LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Crime, Murder, Power Struggle, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Guo Hao Sen, aged 34, is a wine trader with diverse interests. In addition to being skilled in pottery and glass art, he also regularly teaches and has a wide range of work handled by art sellers in Venice. Despite his gentle and mild demeanor, his excessively cautious and polite behavior makes it difficult for others to form close relationships with him. As a result, his true identity remains a mystery to many. However, everything changes when a black limousine unexpectedly arrives at his doorstep one day. This marks the moment when Hao Sen reluctantly descends from his high ivory tower into a tangled web of deception and financial schemes.

Recommendation: Only Love similar to Monster
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Only Love(사랑만 할래)

2014South Korea
RevengeRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

A daily series centered around the romantic relationships between men and women.

Recommendation: Golden Faith similar to Monster
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Golden Faith(流金歲月)

2002Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRevengeRomanceDramaLawLove TriangleMafiaSuspenseThriller

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

The story revolves around Ivan Ting Sin Bun, a successful businessman who was adopted by the founder of Ting Fung, a prominent gold merchant. Ivan soon discovers that his romantic rival, Richard Chung Sau Hong, is actually his long-lost brother. However, fate has been playing tricks on them from the start, as Richard not only competes with Ivan for a female lawyer's affection, but also harbors resentment towards Ivan due to a misunderstanding stemming from an illegal financial transaction involving Ivan's adoptive father, Ting Wing Bong. As the plot unfolds, there are numerous twists and turns involving death, legal and business disputes, love triangles, deceitful schemes, and betrayals all involving the people closest to Ivan. Chaos ensues when Oscar Ting, influenced by his uncle Wing Tung, accuses Ivan of forging their deceased father's will and conspiring to take control of the family business.

Recommendation: Loving You a Thousand Times similar to Monster
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Loving You a Thousand Times(천만번 사랑해)

2009South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDrama

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Baek Sae Hoon and his spouse, Lee Sun Young, are fervently attempting to have a child but face repeated failures. Sae Hoon's mother approaches Sun Young, suggesting that she explore surrogacy as a means to conceive without informing Sae Hoon. Enter Go Eun Nim, who becomes their surrogate, expecting their baby. However, the situation becomes more complex when she unexpectedly develops feelings for Sae Hoon's younger brother, Kang Ho.

Recommendation: One Well-Raised Daughter similar to Monster
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One Well-Raised Daughter(잘 키운 딸 하나 )

2013South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaCross-DressingDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamily DisputeFamily RelationshipHidden Identity

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Jang Ha Na is the youngest daughter of the eldest son in a family that has been producing soy sauce for centuries. Due to their financial constraints, she must disguise herself as a male. The family requires a male figure to represent their soy sauce business. After having four daughters, they ceased their attempts to have a son, so the fourth daughter must take on the role of a boy and behave like a son within the household.

Recommendation: Chun Ja's Happy Events similar to Monster
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Chun Ja's Happy Events(춘자네 경사났네)

2008South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Yeon Bun Hong finds herself as a single mother after being deceived by the man she cared for, yet she remains resolute in her decision to forge ahead with her life. Bun Hong became pregnant with Gi Seok's baby, but he expressed his disinterest in having the child and urged her to terminate the pregnancy, which she found herself unable to do. Tragically, her friends, Lee Ju Yeong and Lee Seon Hui, lost their lives in a boating accident; Bun Hong was on the boat as well, but she managed to survive. Seon Hui was in a relationship with Ju Yeong, but due to a series of misunderstandings, the Lee family mistakenly believed that Bun Hong was Ju Yeong's partner and that she was expecting his child. To escape her troubles, Bun Hong moved into the Lee household, allowing them to think that the baby was Ju Yeong's. Lee Ju Hyeok, Ju Yeong's elder brother, develops feelings for Bun Hong. What will happen when the Lee family uncovers the truth behind Bun Hong's deception regarding the child's parentage? How will Ju Hyeok react to her once he learns the reality?

Recommendation: I Can't Stop similar to Monster
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I Can't Stop(멈출 수 없어)

2009South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

Hong Yun Shi was a naive and innocent young woman who maintained her cheerful disposition despite her upbringing in a life of poverty. Her challenging situation leads her to wed the wealthy Byung Joo, but she soon faces betrayal from both her husband and her mother-in-law. Upon learning that her mother-in-law played a role in her mother’s mysterious vanishing, Yun Shi begins to lose her once-pure nature and becomes consumed by thoughts of vengeance. Soo Ri, who has deep feelings for Yun Shi, can do little more than watch over her with affection and concern.

Recommendation: Still You (2012) similar to Monster
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Still You (2012)(그래도 당신)

2012South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

A story revolves around a woman who, after going through a phony divorce, partners with her husband's rival to rekindle the affection of her true husband, who has had a change of heart.

Recommendation: Second Husband similar to Monster
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Second Husband(두번째 남편)

2021South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaAge GapDramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityOptimistic Female LeadWrongfully Accused

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 20% similarity match.

The story centers on Bong Seon Hwa and her family's involvement in a confectionery business. Despite a difficult upbringing, she overcomes challenges with her resilient and optimistic attitude. Seon Hwa, who grew up in the same neighborhood as Moon Sang Hyuk, had a deep connection with him. However, after experiencing a tragic loss of her family caused by uncontrollable greed, she vows to seek revenge amidst a complex mix of fate and love.

Recommendation: The Equator Man similar to Monster
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The Equator Man(적도의 남자)

2012South Korea
BlindnessMelodramaRevengeRomanceCharacter DevelopmentChildhood Friends RelationshipDouble IdentityDramaFamilyFriendship

Like Monster, this drama also features Blindness, Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Jang Il, the brightest student in his school, and Seon Wu, the most physically powerful boy in Yeosu, share a close friendship. Inspired by Jang Il, Seon Wu begins to dedicate himself to studying and pursuing his ambitions. Suddenly, tragedy strikes when Seon Wu's guardian, Kyung Pil, dies under mysterious circumstances, leading to Seon Wu losing his sight while probing into the incident. Su Mi observes Jang Il assaulting Seon Wu but chooses to remain silent, biding her time for the opportune moment. Ji Won, who volunteers as a reader for those with visual impairments, encounters Seon Wu by chance, and they develop a romantic relationship. Despite his deep affection for Ji Won, Seon Wu decides to end their relationship, believing it would be best for her future. Thirteen years later, Jang Il has become a special prosecutor, while Seon Wu has risen to the position of a young CEO at Royal Tree, an investment trust firm. Ji Won has taken on the role of a VIP party planner at a luxury hotel, and Su Mi has established herself as a hyper-realism artist. Though their paths have diverged, destiny conspires to bring them back together.

Recommendation: The Women's Room similar to Monster
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The Women's Room(두 여자의 방)

2013South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamilyFriends To EnemiesFriendshipHotelier Female LeadJealousyRich Female Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

Kyung Chae is set to inherit a five-star hotel. She is in a romantic relationship with Ji Sub, the hotel's general manager. Her life takes a turn when she befriends Hee Soo. Driven by jealousy, Hee Soo seeks to take everything away from Kyung Chae. Now, Kyung Chae is ready to stand her ground...

Recommendation: Sweet Enemy similar to Monster
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Sweet Enemy(달콤한 원수)

2017South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaBirth SecretDramaFamily RelationshipPrison SettingSearching For A ChildStepsibling RomanceWrongfully Accused

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

Oh Dal Nim is wrongfully charged with homicide. She chooses to seek vengeance against those who have caused her suffering.

Recommendation: Brilliant Heritage similar to Monster
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Brilliant Heritage(기막힌 유산)

2020South Korea
Death Of A MotherMelodramaRomanceSoap OperaBig FamilyComedyContract RelationshipDeathFamilyMultiple CouplesSecond Chance Romance

Like Monster, this drama also features Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

In this touching drama, themes of family ties, wealth, and deceptive marriages are prominent. Bu Young Bae, the owner of a cold noodle restaurant in Pyongyang, sparks a family conflict over his considerable wealth following a health scare. Feeling let down, he enters into a phony marriage with Gye Ok, a 33-year-old maid drawn in by his affluence and large family. Although his sons are taken aback, Young Bae is impressed by Gye Ok's strong work ethic, which convinces him that she can maintain his restaurant. Bu Seol Ak, Young Bae's strong-willed and independent son, is skeptical of Gye Ok but finds himself increasingly involved, leading to unexpected closeness amidst the unfolding family turmoil.

Recommendation: Ladies of Storm similar to Monster
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Ladies of Storm(폭풍의 여자)

2014South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamily RelationshipFriends To EnemiesFriendshipInfidelityRich Man-Poor WomanUnrequited Love

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

Han Jung Im is a married woman with a teenage daughter who has recently relocated to Seoul from Jeju along with her husband, Moo Yeong, and their family. Despite the challenges posed by her in-laws, Jung Im strives to fulfill her roles as a wife and mother. In Seoul, she reconnects with her friend Do Hye Bin, who is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family. Hye Bin, also a mother to a teenage daughter, is married to Park Hyeon Seong, who is employed at her brother Do Jun Tae’s company. While Park Hyoen Wu has a passion for filmmaking rather than practicing law, he holds a deep affection for his older brother, Park Hyeon Seong. Han Jung Im's modest yet content life begins to unravel when Hye Bin unexpectedly arrives with shocking news.

Recommendation: Born Rich (2009) similar to Monster
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Born Rich (2009)(富貴門)

2009Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceFamilyLove Triangle

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Near to You similar to Monster
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Near to You(당신 곁으로)

2003South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

Recommendation: Glass Slippers similar to Monster
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Glass Slippers(유리구두)

2002South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamilySeparation At Birth

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

The story revolves around Tae Hee and Yun Hee, siblings who lost their mother during Yun Hee's birth. Their father, who deeply cares for them, married their mother against the wishes of their paternal grandfather. With no family support, the sisters and their father face financial difficulties, especially as their father battles a serious illness. As they grow up, Tae Hee and Yun Hee find themselves living separate lives, unaware of each other due to unfortunate circumstances.

Recommendation: To Be With You (2002) similar to Monster
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To Be With You (2002)(당신 옆이 좋아)

2002South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

This story revolves around three different households. The Han family consists of Mr. Han, his second wife, and four daughters. While two of the daughters are from his previous marriage, the younger two are from his current marriage. The Choi family is made up of Mr. and Mrs. Choi and their two sons. Lastly, the Lee family includes Mr. Lee and his two sons. (Koreanwiz.org)

Recommendation: Innocent You similar to Monster
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Innocent You( 순결한 당신)

2008South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamilyFamily Secret

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

A tale centered around two families and the hidden truth they share. Kang Ji Hwan hails from a prominent and affluent background. He encounters and falls for Seo Dan Bi, who comes from a less fortunate family, prompting disapproval from both sides regarding their romance. Ji Hwan's younger sibling, Eun Hwan, and his spouse, Soo Ah, are fervently trying to conceive but have faced repeated failures. When Dan Bi joins the Kang household, she arrives already expecting, which creates friction between her and Soo Ah. This strain between the two daughters-in-law impacts the bond between the two brothers, who have always maintained a close relationship. Meanwhile, Lee Mi Jin, Ji Hwan's first love, reappears in his life with the aim of sabotaging his relationship with Dan Bi. She possesses a grave, hidden truth that could have serious repercussions for both families. How will Mi Jin leverage her knowledge of this dark secret to drive a wedge between Ji Hwan and Dan Bi? What enduring consequences will this have for both families? What is the nature of the dark secret?

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Good for You(잘났어 정말)

2013South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

A woman who craves constant affection in an everlasting romance. She finds it impossible to endure a day without love. Even after experiencing heartbreak and betrayal repeatedly, she continues to fall for men. (MBC)

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Save the Family(가족을 지켜라)

2015South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamily

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 19% similarity match.

U Jin is a driven physician who has lost faith in genuine love following past disappointments. He perceives marriage merely as a commercial arrangement. Hae Su is employed as a sous-chef, and she aspires to marry the right partner and build a family. Before long, U Jin finds himself falling for her, leading to a struggle between his feelings and his ambitions.

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You Are a Gift(당신은 선물)

2016South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceDifficult AdulthoodDrama

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Hyun-Soo is a bright and intelligent university student who has faced significant hardships in her life. Her father was killed in a motorcycle crash, and her mother sustained brain injuries as a result of that incident. She is in a relationship with Yoon-Ho, and they decide to tie the knot. Initially, his mother, Young-Ae, is against their union, but eventually she changes her mind. After they are married, Yoon-Ho and his father are involved in an accident that claims his father's life, and Yoon-Ho goes missing. Unbeknownst to her, Hyun-Soo is pregnant, and her mother-in-law relocates to another country without informing her. Years later, Hyun-Soo encounters Young-Ae once more.

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Meant to Be(하늘의 인연)

2023South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceFamilyMultiple Mains

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Chi Hwan values wealth and power over following the law and aspires to be at the top of society. He faced tragedy at a young age when his mother died under suspicious circumstances, leading him to endure poverty and war on his own. Determined to escape his hardships, he climbed out of poverty to achieve great success as the chairman of Shine Cosmetics. Se Na, who is actually Yi Chang's biological daughter, grows up believing she is Chi Hwan's daughter and dreams of inheriting his fortune. She longs to be with Jin Woo, but soon realizes he is in love with Hae In, Chi Hwan's biological daughter. In a twist of fate, Hae In lost her mother as a child and was adopted by Yi Chang. How will the destinies of these fathers and daughters unfold?

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Gracious Revenge(우아한 모녀)

2019South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceSoap OperaDramaFamily RelationshipForbidden LoveMother-Daughter RelationshipMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsRich FamilySmart Female Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 18% similarity match.

This narrative centers around a woman groomed by her mother to serve as an instrument of vengeance, intertwined with her perilous romantic life. Carrie Jung has endured the loss of both her husband and child, and now her sole purpose is to exact revenge on those who caused their deaths. In pursuit of this goal, Carrie Jung trains Han Yoo Jin as a key player in her scheme for retribution. Han Yoo Jin is both intelligent and attractive, yet she finds herself in love with a man she should avoid.

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Heart of Stone (2025)(铁石心肠)

2025China
Death Of A MotherMelodramaRevengeRomanceCEO Male LeadDeath Of A FatherHidden IdentityMeet AgainMistreated Female LeadMisunderstandingShort Length SeriesVengeful Male Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Death Of A Mother, Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Xiao Lang, the recently appointed leader, enters with confidence, concealing a mysterious history. He was once the legitimate successor, but lost everything due to his stepmother's deceitful actions. The only bright spot in his difficult upbringing was Su Ming Yu. Returning for payback, her affection once again becomes his saving grace as love conquers revenge. (Youku)

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Unknown Woman(이름 없는 여자)

2017South Korea
MelodramaPower StruggleRevengeSoap OperaCrime Against A PersonDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyHuman Rights ViolationSmart Female LeadWrongful ImprisonmentWrongfully Accused

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Power Struggle, Revenge, and Soap Opera themes with a 18% similarity match.

A tale of maternal devotion. Two mothers share a deep connection with their offspring. Hong Jiwon makes a pact with the devil to protect her son. She sacrifices her body, soul, life, and finances for him. Due to her immense love for her child, she becomes entangled in a rivalry with Son Yeori, another mother. Both women, driven by their maternal instincts, understand how to express a mother's innate love. (KBS World)

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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFriendshipTime Skip

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On December 20, 1999, China regained control of Macau. The members of the music group Lotus Rain - Qiao Zi Liang, Tong Jie, and Lan Yong Ren - all graduated from high school that same year. Tong Jie went to England for further studies, Qiao Zi Liang attended university in Guangzhou, and Yong Ren enrolled in a police academy in Macau. When Tong Jie returned to Macau four years later, he was surprised to learn that Yong Ren had switched careers from a police officer to a bartender. Zi Liang reconnected with classmates from Macau and Guangzhou, including Tong Zhen and Xiao Yao. Tong Jie's twin sister, Tong Zhen, and Xiao Yao both developed feelings for Zi Liang without realizing they were both interested in the same person. Yan Ming Ming, the daughter of Hong Kong's Yan Enterprises, visited Macau and purchased a significant amount of property owned by Tong Shan He. Tong Shan He arranged for his son, Tong Jie, to interact with the Yan family, only to discover that Yan Tian, the head of Yan Enterprises, had a longstanding feud with him from 20 years ago. Tong Shan He realized that Yan Tian's real motive for buying property in Macau was to seek revenge against him.

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Central Affairs(情陷夜中環)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyFriendship

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

"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?

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Central Affairs Season 2(情陷夜中环 II)

2006Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyFriendship

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

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The Dripping Sauce(大醬園)

2020Hong Kong
BusinessPower StruggleRomanceDramaFamilyFamily Relationship

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Power Struggle, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

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.

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The Scale of Providence(신의 저울)

2008South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceBrothers' RelationshipInvestigationMystery

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Jang Joon Ha is a man driven by a desire for revenge. In a single day, he lost the two individuals who mattered most to him. His brother, Young Ha, was falsely accused of a crime he did not commit, and the woman he cherished was killed, with his brother being the main suspect. As an attorney, Joon Ha embarks on a quest to establish that another person was responsible for the crime.

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Don't Hesitate(망설이지마)

2009South Korea
RevengeRomanceSoap OperaDramaNice Male LeadOrgan Transplantation

Like Monster, this drama also features Revenge, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 18% similarity match.

This drama narrates the tale of a woman who dedicated her life to the pursuit of love and a man who had never experienced or believed in it. Jang Soo Hyun was a woman who once thought that sacrificing herself for love was noble, even going so far as to donate her liver to save her first love, Choi Min Young. However, her faith in love was shattered when her closest friend, Oh Sun Ah, betrayed her by seducing Min Young. Following this betrayal, she grew disillusioned and chose to avoid romantic connections. That is until she encounters Han Tae Woo, a man who has fortified his heart to prevent further pain. In her, he discovers someone for whom he is willing to give up everything.

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Enemies from the Past(전생에 웬수들)

2017South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap OperaFamilyFather-Daughter RelationshipHardworking Female Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 18% similarity match.

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)

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Backflow(역류)

2017South Korea
MelodramaRevengeRomanceDramaFamilyHatred

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

“If I could turn back time, I wouldn't have fallen for you...” Individuals often find themselves in love with one person while committing to another. The girlfriend of one sibling happens to be the former partner of his younger brother, while the younger brother's fiancée has feelings for the older sibling. The younger brother struggles to move on from his ex-girlfriend, who is now openly dating his brother, but he must push those thoughts aside to seek vengeance and reclaim what he believes is rightfully his. More importantly, he needs to navigate the dangers surrounding him and avoid being killed. He tries to keep a respectful distance from his brother's girlfriend, who is also his past love, but he must do so subtly, as they may soon become family. Additionally, he needs to execute his revenge plan discreetly. “Reverse” is a psychological thriller that weaves together the lives of four individuals caught in a complex tangle of affection and hidden truths. (MBC)

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TV Novel: Love, My Love(TV소설 사랑아 사랑아)

2012South Korea
MelodramaRomanceSoap Opera1960s1970sFraternal Twin Female Lead

Like Monster, this drama also features Melodrama, Romance, and Soap Opera themes with a 18% similarity match.

A romantic drama featuring two men who are in love with half-sisters, yet were brought up as if they were true twin sisters, set against the backdrop of the 1960s to 1970s. (HanCinema)

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Giant(자이언트)

2010South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRevengeRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipForbidden LoveFriendshipMultiple MainsSecondary CoupleSuspenseThriller

Like Monster, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Revenge, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

This drama narrates the tale of three siblings raised during the 1970s. Lee Gang Mo, along with his elder brother Seong Mo and younger sister Mi Ju, found themselves separated early in life following the death of their father in a smuggling operation, which was soon followed by the passing of their mother. When they eventually come together years later, they have all become adults, each resolute in their quest for vengeance against those who caused them suffering.