My Shining Girl - Asian drama recommendation
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My Shining Girl( 자체발광 그녀)

2012South Korea
ComedyEntertainment IndustryFriendshipLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManPlayboy Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Jeon Ji Huon begins her career as a scriptwriter at KBN, a broadcasting company. At her new job, she encounters Noh Yong Woo, a producer who was once her boyfriend, and Gang Min, a top star known for being challenging and arrogant. In an effort to demonstrate her value to her former partner and her new colleagues, she attempts to convince Gang Min to collaborate with KBN.

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Recommendation: Coffee House similar to My Shining Girl
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Coffee House(커피하우스)

2010South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFriends To Lovers

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 60% similarity match.

Lee Jin Soo achieved great success after penning numerous thriller novels, earning a reputation as a skilled author. He is employed by Seo Eun Young, the head of the largest publishing house in Korea, and shares a long-standing friendship with her. Jin Soo boasts a significant fan base, particularly among women, and appears to be an ideal partner for anyone. However, what remains hidden from everyone is his quirky and sardonic nature, his multitude of unusual habits, and a deep-seated secret. The person tasked with managing his eccentricities is his secretary, Kang Seung Yeon, who pleaded for this position to advance her career beyond her average capabilities. Additionally, the situation is complicated by the return of Han Ji Won, Eun Young's former fiancé, whom she cannot stand. Ji Won is determined to win Eun Young back, but her affections are focused on Jin Soo.

Recommendation: Who's the Boss (2024) similar to My Shining Girl
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Who's the Boss (2024)(秘書俱樂部)

2024Taiwan
ComedyLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapComing Of Age

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 55% similarity match.

Cindy Wang is a determined and disciplined individual with big aspirations of becoming a director before turning 35. Despite facing unexpected setbacks after offending someone, she ends up losing the director position to her rival, Gao Shuang Yun, and taking on the role of Gao Shuang Yun's secretary. Cindy Wang decides to use her new position to uncover the truth and regain the rightful position that was taken from her. This sets the scene for a dramatic workplace conflict filled with love and competition between two women.

Recommendation: You Go! Girls! similar to My Shining Girl
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You Go! Girls!(姊妹們 追吧)

2020Taiwan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFamilyMultiple MainsSismance

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 42% similarity match.

Four women spanning four generations take on the role of Superwoman in their daily lives, but they are far from being actual superheroes. Instead, they find solace in indulging in dramas to escape the pressures of reality and to dream. These women, who are our family, friends, mothers, daughters, wives, and colleagues, each have their own personal struggles and stories. As they immerse themselves in their own life dramas, who will be there to chase after them?

Recommendation: 0.5 Diors similar to My Shining Girl
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0.5 Diors(屌丝日记)

2014China
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFashion Industry

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

This series follows the story of an ordinary man in contemporary society who faces challenges and setbacks. You Dong Dong, a fashion designer, experiences a breakup with his girlfriend, Lin Luo Fei, due to a misunderstanding. Feeling down, You Dong Dong decides to join his ex-girlfriend's company. However, he unintentionally offends his colleague, George, which leads to conflicts and a demotion. Eventually, You Dong Dong resigns after an incident involving a male model. To clear up a misunderstanding at a bar, You Dong Dong's friend, Zhang Yang, supports him in returning to work. Zhang Yang even organizes a bikini party and a pajama party to celebrate You Dong Dong's comeback. Despite various obstacles, You Dong Dong manages to reconcile with Lin Luo Fei and they happily reunite.

Recommendation: Go Fighting (2023) similar to My Shining Girl
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Go Fighting (2023)(機智職場生活)

2023Taiwan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingOffice SettingWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

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Drama Go Go Go(姐姐立正向前走)

2012China
Entertainment IndustryLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceActorDrama

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Entertainment Industry, Love Triangle, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Wang Ming Ming, a screenwriter, is currently working on a romantic drama. Upon a suggestion, she decides to cast a struggling actor named Yi Shen as the main male character. Yi Shen, aware that he is using Ming Ming to secure his role, begins to develop feelings for her as they spend more time together. To distract himself, he starts pursuing the female lead, Shen Pei Ni. Eventually, Yi Shen becomes successful and no longer relies on Ming Ming. However, before he could address the situation, Ming Ming discovers his true intentions and ends their relationship. Through this complex journey, Ming Ming gains self-assurance and ultimately finds happiness.

Recommendation: 9 End 2 Outs similar to My Shining Girl
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9 End 2 Outs(9회말 2아웃)

2007South Korea
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManPlayboy Male LeadRomanceBaseballCharacter DevelopmentCohabitationDramaLifeNice Female LeadSlow Burn RomanceUnrequited Love

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, Older Woman-Younger Man, Playboy Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Hong Nan Hee is a typical employee at a publishing company

Recommendation: Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru similar to My Shining Girl
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Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru(結婚できないにはワケがある。)

2021Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaHardworking Male LeadHeight DifferenceMiniseriesMother-Daughter RelationshipSmart Male Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Mariko Goto, aged 29, has a goal of getting married to her ideal partner before turning 30. She meets her perfect match in Mitsuo Tomizawa, a section chief at their shared workplace. Mitsuo is intelligent, attractive, and tall, excelling in his job. Despite appearing flawless, he harbors a secret love for his doll, Michuko.

Recommendation: The Girls' Lies similar to My Shining Girl
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The Girls' Lies(恋人的谎言)

2023China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

A tale about deceit impacting two close friends in the workplace as they navigate their past and new romantic opportunities. Shu Fei and Lin Fei share a bond similar to that of sisters. During their time in college, Lin Fei caught the attention of their senior Qi Ran, although she did not reciprocate his feelings. Wanting to spare Qi Ran from heartache, Shu Fei pretended to be Lin Fei in their correspondence. After graduation, both friends landed jobs at a television shopping network. Shu Fei's misunderstanding with Director Lan Tian led her to believe he was inappropriate, while she also discovered that Qi Ran was their boss, causing tension as he focused his attention on Lin Fei. Shu Fei chose to concentrate on work and grew closer to Lan Tian. Meanwhile, Lin Fei remained dedicated to her job and seized an opportunity stemming from Shu Fei's lie.

Recommendation: I Love Lee Tae Ri similar to My Shining Girl
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I Love Lee Tae Ri(아이러브 이태리)

2012South Korea
ComedyFriendshipOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceBromanceFantasySupernatural

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

"I Love Lee Tae Ri" is a romantic comedy that follows the story of a 14-year-old middle school student who unexpectedly matures into a 25-year-old man. Hwang Min Soo subsequently takes on the role of an assistant to the wealthy heiress, Lee Tae Ri. The title contains a clever play on words, as Lee Tae Ri (이태리) can be transliterated as "Italy." (Hancinema)

Recommendation: Between Friendship and Love similar to My Shining Girl
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Between Friendship and Love(사당보다 먼 의정부보다 가까운)

2016South Korea
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

The drama consists of eight episodes, each approximately six minutes in length, and explores captivating narratives of a couple engaged in an office romance. Despite the brief duration of each segment, the web series presents multiple facets of office dating, including the exhilarating moments leading up to the development of their relationship and the minor misunderstandings and challenges that emerge along the way.

Recommendation: My MBTI Is Love? similar to My Shining Girl
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My MBTI Is Love?(제 MBTI는 LOVE입니다만?)

2022South Korea
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hi! Working Girl similar to My Shining Girl
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Hi! Working Girl(Hi!上班女郎)

2003Taiwan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaOffice SettingOffice Worker Female Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hello there! The film "Working Girl" delves into the concept of balancing work and love. Yi Ling, a sweet and naive young woman, holds the belief that every problem has a solution. She finds herself in the general affairs department where her quirky coworkers take advantage of her willingness to help by assigning extra tasks. Yi Ling sees this as a normal part of life until she crosses paths with Da Lun. Their meeting transforms her world as they fall in love. Despite her insecurities, Yi Ling hesitates to express her feelings, fearing rejection. As she contemplates the possibility of losing Da Lun, will she find the courage to confess her love and say, "Da Lun, I love you..."? This story is inspired by the manga "Asakurakun Chotto!" by Oishi Kenichi and Ishizuka Yumemi.

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Plus Nine Boys(아홉수 소년)

2014South Korea
Love TrianglePlayboy Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBromanceFriends To LoversMale Centered PlotMale Chases Female FirstMultiple CouplesSuperstition

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Love Triangle, Playboy Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

At the age of 39, Gu Gwang Soo, a once-prominent producer of a leading live music show, finds himself in disgrace due to a controversy involving an indie band that exposed themselves during a live performance. Still reeling from his split with ex-girlfriend Joo Da In, who is now a single mother, Gwang Soo wrestles with his past mistakes. Meanwhile, 29-year-old Kang Jin Gu, a sought-after tour planner, develops feelings for his colleague Ma Se Young, but faces rejection when she discloses her affections for another man. In another story, 19-year-old Kang Min Gu, an impulsive judo competitor aspiring for a college scholarship, is convinced that he is meant to be with the enigmatic Han Soo Ah, despite the presence of rival suitors. Lastly, 9-year-old Kang Dong Gu, a well-known child actor, is experiencing a downturn in his career after losing a role to a competitor and is also dealing with the fallout of his breakup with girlfriend Jang Baek Ji.

Recommendation: -50kg no Cinderella similar to My Shining Girl
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-50kg no Cinderella(-50kgのシンデレラ)

2022Japan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaAge GapMiniseries

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hime, a university student who is currently job hunting, attends an information session at a company where she accidentally gets injured. Luckily, she receives assistance from Osamu, the company's information desk clerk, whom she immediately falls for. Determined to see him again, Hime goes through a rigorous diet and successfully loses 50kg. Despite starting to work at the same company, she is unable to find Osamu even after a year. However, her luck changes when the most handsome man in the company, rumored to be from a prestigious family, transfers to her department - revealing himself to be Osamu! Their reunion is short-lived as Osamu confesses his interest in someone else, leaving Hime heartbroken. Despite this, Osamu continues to show affection towards Hime through hugs, sweet words, and special treatment. Will Hime be able to navigate this unexpected love triangle and find happiness? (Mangaupdates)

Recommendation: To Be With You similar to My Shining Girl
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To Be With You(我要和你在一起)

2019China
FriendshipLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipBoxingDramaFriends To LoversIdentical Twin Female LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Friendship, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

While on her way back home from studying overseas, Lin Mei Ya encounters Ou Yang due to a mix-up. Planning to marry upon her arrival, she is shocked by her boyfriend's sudden betrayal. Overcoming heartbreak, she lands a job at Ou Yang's firm and their bond evolves from friendship to a source of support during tough times.

Recommendation: Love By Design similar to My Shining Girl
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Love By Design(必勝練習生)

2016Taiwan
Older Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipCEO Male LeadDrama

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

After being let go from her long-time job, Li Shu Fen struggles to secure new employment. Desperate for work, she leverages her youthful appearance to land a position as a 25-year-old newcomer at a prominent fashion company by fibbing about her age. As she navigates her new role, she crosses paths with the company's president, risking exposure of her deception. Will Shu Fen be able to maintain her facade in pursuit of her dream to become a fashion designer?

Recommendation: Baby-faced Beauty similar to My Shining Girl
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Baby-faced Beauty(동안미녀)

2011South Korea
ComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessClingy Male LeadFashion Designer Female LeadFashion IndustryHidden IdentityMale Chases Female First

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

This drama follows the journey of 34-year-old Lee So Young, who possesses a youthful appearance, as she strives to become a fashion designer while facing challenges such as her limited education with only a high school diploma and a poor credit score. Choi Jin Wook, the heir to a well-known Jokbal restaurant that generates millions in revenue each year, chooses to defy his father and move out of his parents' home. He begins working at a different company to pursue his aspirations. Reluctantly, Choi Jin Wook takes on a role in the fashion department. With his charming personality, he manages to navigate his new environment and eventually crosses paths with Lee So Young.

Recommendation: I  Do, I Do similar to My Shining Girl
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I Do, I Do(아이두 아이두)

2012South Korea
ComedyLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapCold Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadFashion IndustryPregnancyWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hwang Ji An is an accomplished footwear designer whose existence is centered around her profession. She is highly protective of her creations, even as they are frequently replicated, inundating the market with inexpensive imitations. Park Tae Kang is a gifted young designer, yet he often appropriates Ji An's concepts for quick profit. After a particularly challenging day for both, they find themselves sharing drinks, which leads to a brief romantic encounter. They vow to avoid each other in the future, but their situation becomes more complex when her company brings Tae Kang on board as a new hire, and Ji An realizes she is expecting his child!

Recommendation: Kyou wa Kaisha Yasumimasu similar to My Shining Girl
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Kyou wa Kaisha Yasumimasu(きょうは会社休みます。)

2014Japan
ComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaAge GapAge GapCity SettingCo-workers' RelationshipStudent Male LeadVirgin Supporting Character

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

On her 30th birthday, Aoishi Hanae, an unassuming office worker with no romantic experience, finds herself drinking with Tanokura Yuto, a stylish university student who works part-time at her company. After a welcome party for new employees, Hanae gets drunk and wakes up the next morning to find Yuto naked beside her. This unexpected encounter leads to her first relationship. As Hanae and Yuto navigate their new romance, they face challenges such as their first amusement park date, sleepover, Christmas Eve, and couple's trip. To add to the complexity, Hanae receives a marriage proposal from Asao Yu, the charming CEO of an Italian food company, sparking a love triangle.

Recommendation: Love Kome no Okite: Kojirase Joshi to Toshishita Danshi similar to My Shining Girl
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Love Kome no Okite: Kojirase Joshi to Toshishita Danshi(ラブコメの掟~こじらせ女子と年下男子~)

2021Japan
ComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipBrother-Sister RelationshipHardworking Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstNaive Female LeadNice Male LeadSuperior-Subordinate Relationship

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Ruri, a diligent and attractive individual, surprises others with her lack of romantic experience, having been single for 15 years

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Hataraki Man(働きマン)

2007Japan
Entertainment IndustryOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaDramaEditor Female LeadLifeOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadTeamwork

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Entertainment Industry, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Matsukata Hiroko is a magazine editor who leads a hectic life. Despite being a typical 28-year-old woman who enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Shinji, following fashion trends, and maintaining a private life, she fully devotes herself to her job when in work mode. This dedication has earned her the nickname "Hataraki Man" from her colleagues. Despite her success at work, Matsukata still feels unfulfilled. (NTV)

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Ossan's Love: In the Sky(おっさんずラブ : in the sky-)

2019Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapAirhead Male LeadAirport SettingAlternate UniverseDramaGay LeadLGBTQ+

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Haruta, a 35-year-old man who is currently single, decides to make a career change and starts working as a CA at Tenku Peach Airlines. Despite his clumsiness, he receives support from the esteemed Captain Kurosawa. One day, he stumbles upon sketches of himself in a locker, leading him to uncover the Captain's hidden feelings for him. Additionally, the co-pilot and a mechanic, who resides nearby, also express their affection towards him.

Recommendation: Bad Girlfriend similar to My Shining Girl
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Bad Girlfriend(배드걸프렌드)

2022South Korea
Love TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaInfidelityLong Time FriendsShort Length SeriesTeam Leader Male LeadWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Love Triangle, Older Woman-Younger Man, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Ji Soo, an advertising planner dedicated to finding love with someone she truly cares for, takes pride in her professional skills at the company where she works. She is romantically involved with Tae Oh, her boss, as well as Ji Ho, a hardworking and upbeat young man. However, when Ji Ho starts working at Ji Soo's company, her seemingly perfect life starts to unravel. Can Ji Soo navigate these challenges and sustain her two romantic relationships?

Recommendation: Nice to Meet UFO similar to My Shining Girl
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Nice to Meet UFO(超级影后之初次做人)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceAlienDramaFantasyNaughty Female Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

The narrative centers around an extraterrestrial female priest who ventures to Earth in search of a king who has lost connection. She takes residence in the body of an 18-year-old star named Xiao Qin. Struggling to grasp human emotions and relationships, the priest unintentionally causes misunderstandings and comical situations, especially with Gu Liunian.

Recommendation: Childhood in a Capsule similar to My Shining Girl
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Childhood in a Capsule(童時愛上你)

2022Hong Kong
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace SettingAmnesiaCosmetic IndustryOffice SettingRich Female Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Lui Zi Tung, a strong and successful woman, established a cosmetics company. Despite her achievements, her brand received a negative review from makeup influencer Ding Yau Ching. Following a confrontation between the two, Zi Tung suffers an accident that causes her to lose all memories except those from her childhood, reverting her mind to that of a primary school student. Yau Chin is then compelled to assist her in recovering her memories and addressing other challenges. However, Zi Tung's family faces a crisis and desperately needs her original self back. The question remains: will Zi Tung regain her lost memories or continue living with the mindset of a child?

Recommendation: Ashita ga Arusa similar to My Shining Girl
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Ashita ga Arusa(明日があるさ)

2001Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingEconomic CrisisFamilyLifeOptimistic Male Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Over the past ten years, the economic downturn has greatly impacted corporate Japan, particularly the white-collar workers within the country's major companies. Toaru Corporation, a sizable trading company based in Osaka, is facing challenging times. In the Tokyo office, the products trading division is struggling to survive and is in need of a new business direction. With low morale and lackluster performance, the team requires strong leadership. Assistant Manager Hamada, known for his work in the comedy group "Downtown," steps in to inject new energy. Can Hamada, known for his positive attitude and determination, make a difference? This comedic story follows the group as they navigate through work challenges, friendships, office romances, family dynamics, and aspirations for the future. Just remember, there's always hope for a better tomorrow.

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Hanayome to Papa(花嫁とパパ)

2007Japan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFamily RelationshipFather-Daughter RelationshipOffice SettingOffice Worker Female Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Uzaki Aiko, a 20-year-old woman who is very close to her father, works at the clothing company she has always wanted to be a part of. Despite her father's strict rules, such as a 7:00pm curfew and no interacting with the opposite sex, she finds herself falling for her coworker, Taguchi. Determined to break free from her father's control, she embarks on a mission to gain independence.

Recommendation: Haken no Oscar similar to My Shining Girl
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Haken no Oscar(派遣のオスカル ~少女漫画に愛をこめて~)

2009Japan
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBusinessLifeMiniseriesSmart Female Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

A tale of a temporary employee who escapes into the imaginative realm of a manga called Rose of Versailles. Katsuko's mundane routine is disrupted when the company president's son introduces a harsh cost-cutting plan at her workplace, causing her distress. Hearing the voice of Oscar, the protagonist of the comic, Katsuko is inspired to stand up for her coworkers and oppose the unfair policy.

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Dream Chaser League(追梦者联盟)

2022China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingChasing A DreamDramaMultiple MainsYouth

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

A contemporary play follows the journeys of six young individuals as they passionately pursue their dreams. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Kuro Bengoshi no Chijo Sekai de Ichiban Omoi Junai similar to My Shining Girl
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Kuro Bengoshi no Chijo Sekai de Ichiban Omoi Junai(黒弁護士の痴情 世界でいちばん重い純愛)

2025Japan
Love TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaLawyer Male LeadOffice SettingSecretary Female Lead

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yui Shirai has made the decision to start a new job as a secretary at the law firm owned by her childhood friends, the Kami brothers. Yui harbors feelings for her older brother, Soichi, but upon reuniting with him after 18 years, she is taken aback to see that Soichi has transformed into a reserved and distant man. Meanwhile, Yui's younger brother, Yushiro, has always had feelings for her but has struggled to convey them. Soichi, on the other hand, is unable to express his love for Yui due to a traumatic childhood experience. The intertwined love stories of Yui, who loves Soichi, Yushiro, who loves Yui, and Soichi, who is envious of Yui's close relationship with a friend, all come together in a complex web of emotions.

Recommendation: Number Woman Gye Sook Ja similar to My Shining Girl
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Number Woman Gye Sook Ja(숫자녀 계숙자)

2018South Korea
ComedyRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Female LeadWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

Gye Sook Ja leads the recruitment team at a large gaming corporation. She possesses remarkable memory and calculation skills, yet she attempts to measure everything in her surroundings, leading others to perceive her as "cold-blooded." On the other hand, Lee Hae Joon is a prominent attorney specializing in international children's rights. He endeavors to assist Gye Sook Ja in healing from the wounds and traumas of her history.

Recommendation: Kiss, Love and Taste similar to My Shining Girl
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Kiss, Love and Taste(亲·爱的味道)

2019China
ComedyFriendshipLove TriangleRomanceChef Male LeadFoodLifeRich Man-Poor Woman

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Renowned chef An Wen Yu lost his sense of taste following a previous incident. Chef Jin Jin Jin comes into his life with the intention of mastering the An family's recipes. However, wealthy individual Lin Xuan becomes an obstacle for her. Upon returning from studying abroad, Li Xuan is appointed as the senior executive at his father's company, although he is more interested in psychology than his job responsibilities. Lin Xuan plans to utilize his knowledge to assist An Wen Yu in regaining his sense of taste. Despite Wen Yu's aloof demeanor, Lin Xuan's cheerful personality manages to bring a smile to his face.

Recommendation: 18 vs. 29 similar to My Shining Girl
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18 vs. 29(열여덟 스물아홉)

2005South Korea
ComedyLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceAmnesiaCar AccidentDramaEnemies To Lovers

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

Yu Hye Chan, at 29 years old, is married to Kang Bong Man, a former high school classmate she once loathed but eventually grew to love. The narrative begins with her resolution to pursue a divorce; however, en route to the courthouse, she gets into a car accident. Upon regaining consciousness in the hospital, she discovers that her memory has been erased, leaving her unable to recall anything beyond the age of 18. Her husband attempts to aid her during this vulnerable time, and as she starts to heal, she finds herself developing feelings for him once more. Yet, as her physical recovery progresses, her memories begin to return, bringing back the reasons she had for wanting to leave. Will they manage to reconcile their differences, or is this the final chapter of their marriage?

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Qing Chun Peng You Quan(青春朋友圈)

2016China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceYouth

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Mary Sue & Jack Sue(玛丽苏遇上杰克苏)

2017China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

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The plot follows three young women with distinct personalities as they navigate their romantic relationships. Ai Ma is an aspiring actress facing challenges in her career, Niu Su Su excels as a sales consultant, and Li Zhi is a talented and attractive individual. By chance, the three women end up living together and form a strong bond of friendship. Their lives are intertwined with various male characters, including the dependable childhood friend Su Zhi Huan, the successful CEO Gao Li Sen, charming Tang Tang, reserved Li Ke Li, and carefree Jiang Mo Jie. Through the exploration of these diverse characters, the drama delves into the differing values and beliefs surrounding love among modern city dwellers, using the terms "Mary Sue" and "Jack Sue" to highlight the idealized nature of the characters.

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Arg Life(生活对我下手了)

2018China
ComedyFriendshipWorkplace SettingShort Length Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Workplace Setting themes with a 30% similarity match.

A tale of a woman facing absurd challenges as she navigates through life's obstacles. Yang Zi hails from a fragmented family background, where her interactions with her elder brother Liu Bei Shi are often filled with conflict. Her romantic endeavors are marked by constant disappointment, as she tends to attract either clueless men or overly clingy partners. Despite her passion, Yang Zi struggles to excel in her professional endeavors due to a lack of expertise. Her circle of friends, though loyal, are known to borrow money without ever repaying it. Each unconventional experience has now become a routine part of Yang Zi's everyday life.

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Mushroom Law(发酵吧,创业菌!)

2018China
FriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingBusiness

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 30% similarity match.

A tale of young entrepreneurs from the post-90s generation. When a group of six individuals join forces, they rely on their own abilities rather than their privileged backgrounds to pursue their aspirations. Qiao Xi Man, a successful student in the US, decides to leave school against her mother's wishes in order to start a new business in China with her boyfriend, Hao Fan, and Song Shang Ji. Despite fitting the stereotype of a wealthy young person, Song Shang Ji is willing to make sacrifices for his dreams, even if it means facing disapproval from his family. With a talent for programming, he is determined and confident in his pursuit of success.

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Meeting You at the Center of the World(在世界中心遇见你)

2024China
ComedyRomanceWorkplace SettingWeb Series

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Slow Dance(スローダンス)

2005Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

A man who struggles to move forward in life, and a woman who needs a break from her hectic life. Both successful in their careers but unlucky in love. They avoid confronting their feelings and instead focus on their professional lives. Can they overcome their fears, meet each other, and find love? Despite being adults, they still have some growing to do. This summer, a heartwarming love story unfolds...

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Engimono: Katte ni Nostalgia(勝手にノスタルジー)

2004Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceMiniseries

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Fuji-TV dedicates the late-night time slot for innovative projects, providing opportunities for aspiring young writers, producers, and directors to showcase their talents. Each series runs for four weeks, featuring a cast of emerging talents from the entertainment industry. The content of these dramas is tailored to appeal to a younger demographic. (DramaWiki)

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Share House no Koibito(シェアハウスの恋人)

2013Japan
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceMiniseries

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Tsuyama Shio, a 30-year-old office worker at a traditional company, decides to make a change in her life by moving into a shared house. In this new environment, she encounters two fascinating men and experiences love again after a long time, particularly with Sakurai Yukiya. Despite being a 40-year-old salaryman with a family, Sakurai loses interest in his previous life and joins the shared house. As time goes on, Sakurai finds himself becoming more captivated by Kawaki Tatsuhei, a peculiar and enigmatic alien who is drawn to Shio. Thus, an unusual love triangle unfolds between the three characters.

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Onna Rule(オンナ♀ルール~幸せになるための50の掟~)

2014Japan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceLife

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Five young women enjoy meeting up at different locations to discuss the latest happenings in their lives, such as their romantic relationships, intimacy, marriage, fashion, and rumors. This show includes everything that resonates with Japanese women.

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Let's Go to the Beach(해변으로 가요)

2005South Korea
ComedyFriendshipRomanceSummer Setting

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Yoon So Ra: She owns the Sora Motel located on the eastern shore and has an unquenchable appetite for food. Although she tends to be clumsy, she aspires to become a dolphin trainer one day. Jang Tae Poong: He readily acknowledges his lack of intelligence, yet he is a daring individual who frequently finds himself in trouble. He is fiercely loyal to his friends and highly protective of his loved ones. One day, he encounters a country girl brimming with curiosity. Jang Tae Hyeon: He possesses outstanding decision-making abilities and a keen sense of humor. Additionally, he demonstrates a strong commitment to his work. Overall, he embodies the ideal man. He is in a relationship with a woman from an advantageous background that supports his ambitious career, yet he unexpectedly falls for an unconventional girl. Min Joo Hee: She is attractive and too clever for her own good, which can be off-putting. She maintains close friendships with both Tae Hyeon and Tae Poong, but ultimately, she discovers her true love.

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Love Forward(向前走向愛走)

2012Taiwan
ComedyFriendshipRomanceDrama

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

"Love Forward" is a delightful and stylish romantic comedy that follows two close friends with contrasting backgrounds who support each other through thick and thin. Zheng Ai Xing is savvy, bold, and skilled at avoiding debt collectors, yet struggles with matters of love. Meng Jing Jing, on the other hand, is a rebellious heiress who aims to build a life beyond wealth after growing up in a distant, affluent family. Together, they make an amusing and endearing duo on a quest to find their perfect match.

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Struggle (2007)(奋斗)

2007China
FriendshipLove TriangleRomanceYouth

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The main character of the play is Lu Tao, a young man who is trying to discover his true identity while juggling life, love, and work in the 1980s. With two fathers, he is faced with two different life paths. He also has two romantic partners, leading to two distinct forms of passion. While he cherishes one particular ideal, the reality he creates is quite different. Through it all, he maintains an unwavering determination to keep fighting for what he wants.

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Snow White(백설공주)

2004South Korea
ComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceUnrequited Love

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Older Woman-Younger Man, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Ma Young Hee has harbored feelings for her best friend Han Jin Woo ever since they first crossed paths in high school. Conversely, Han Jin Woo remains oblivious to Young Hee's affections and casually dates other girls in her presence. During a trip to Japan, Young Hee encounters a young man on the street who takes her back to his apartment when she becomes intoxicated. Although she mistakenly accuses him of assault, he flees before she can file a complaint, as Japanese authorities are in pursuit of him for having an expired visa. After returning to Korea, Jin Woo visits her apartment and introduces his younger brother, Han Sun Woo, who coincidentally is the same young man she met in Japan. Jin Woo requests if Sun Woo can stay with her, and Young Hee agrees out of her feelings for Jin Woo. The plot thickens as a former high school classmate of Young Hee, Jang Hee Won, begins to pursue Jin Woo.

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Hello Joann Season 2(你好乔安2)

2019China
ComedyRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel Adaptation

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 30% similarity match.

Ni Hao and Joann, two women, venture into the entertainment industry by collaborating on the production of the "Heartbreak Club" series. Joann had previously experienced success at Orris, but was let go due to office politics. Despite this setback, Joann bounces back by establishing her own production company and transitioning into a movie and television producer role. Teaming up with Ni Hao's creative talents, they develop the "Heartbreak Club" series. Lu Yuan Yang, Joann's former boss and ex-boyfriend at Orris, is also involved in the entertainment sector. The question remains: will he become Joann's competitor or partner in this new venture? (ChineseDrama.info)

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The Bamboo Horse Falls into the Sky(竹马其外天降其中)

2021China
ComedyLove TriangleRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBody SwapBromanceFirst LoveIdentity SwapMale Chases Female FirstShort Length SeriesSupernaturalWeb Series

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Love Triangle, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

After graduating, intern Su Ran Ran worked hard to join the game company where Xu Qi Heng's love interest works, in hopes of confessing her feelings smoothly. However, on her first day at work, she unexpectedly clashed with the company's founder, Zhuang Xu. During a game evaluation, their souls were unexpectedly swapped. When Su Ran Ran confessed her feelings to Zhuang Xu, he agreed to pretend to be her boyfriend. Meanwhile, Xu Qi Heng, who only saw Su Ran Ran as a sister, was heartbroken. To minimize the damage, they decided to play along. However, as they spent more time with Su Ran Ran, a special bond formed between all three of them. As Su Ran Ran began to notice the unusual dynamic, the truth was eventually revealed, leaving their feelings intertwined in uncertainty.

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Gentlemen of East 8th(东八区的先生们)

2022China
ComedyFriendshipRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBromanceBusiness IndustryCafé Owner Male LeadChef Male LeadDramaEngineer Male LeadMultiple CouplesMultiple Mains

Like My Shining Girl, this drama also features Comedy, Friendship, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 29% similarity match.

The tale revolves around Tong Yu, Guo Chong, Li Jie Sen, and Xiang Xiao Fei, who share a strong bond as friends during their university days. Fast forward to 2020 in Shanghai, where Tong Wu works as an artificial intelligence engineer, Guo Chong as a university lecturer, Xiang Xiaofei manages a branded shop, and Li Jie Sen serves as a chef at a western restaurant. Despite reaching maturity in their careers, they all find themselves at a low point. Tong Wu struggles with research and development, Guo Chong feels a lack of passion amidst job stability, Li Jie Sen faces difficulty breaking through a bottleneck, and Xiang Xiao Fei grapples with conflicting ideals and financial concerns. In addition to career challenges, the four friends also navigate complex relationship issues. Tong Yu and his colleague Xu Duo experience numerous highs and lows in their relationship. Guo Chong and his former student Ai Mi share a relationship that is neither close nor distant. Li Jiesen pursues his idol, a weibo author named Yue Zi Qian, while Xiang Xiao Fei enters a whirlwind marriage with businesswoman Liu Sheng Nan. As they confront the typical struggles of middle age, the four friends lean on each other for support while striving to overcome their challenges. Ultimately, they make a collective decision to fully embrace their careers and relationships at this pivotal stage of life, aiming to grow into a better and more mature version of themselves.