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Renai Jidai(恋愛時代)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationBest Friends RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDivorced Female LeadDivorced Male LeadDoctor Supporting CharacterDramaNice Female LeadProfessor Supporting CharacterRadio Personality Supporting CharacterRomanceSisters' Relationship

Eto Haru is employed at a fitness center while Hayase Riichiro works at a bookstore. Their paths cross serendipitously, leading to their eventual marriage. However, circumstances arise that result in their divorce merely eighteen months later. Despite parting ways officially, the ex-couple continues to meet, even celebrating their wedding anniversary together. Following a minor disagreement, they embark on a quest to find suitable partners for one another. This narrative is inspired by Hisashi Nozawa's novel "Love Generation."

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Recommendation: Alone in Love similar to Renai Jidai
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Alone in Love(연애시대)

2006South Korea
Novel AdaptationComedyDivorced Female LeadDivorced Male LeadDramaNice Female LeadRomanceDeathLifeLove SquareMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadSlow Burn Story

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Divorced Female Lead, Divorced Male Lead, Drama, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 37% similarity match.

Lee Dong Jin and Yoo Eun Ho ended their marriage two years prior, yet they still find reasons to meet, frequently at the donut shop where they used to go on dates. They keep tabs on each other's romantic endeavors and invent justifications, such as anniversaries, to maintain their connection. Although their feelings for one another run deep, their pride and the influence of others complicate matters, prompting them to bring new individuals into their lives.

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The Destiny, Love and Fate(ละอองเทศ)

2025Thailand
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomance

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 31% similarity match.

The narrative centers on Dolly, a determined young woman who has experienced the loss of her mother, and Krin, a charming entrepreneur and heir to a significant sauce manufacturing business.

Recommendation: A Beautiful Daughter in Law Era similar to Renai Jidai
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A Beautiful Daughter in Law Era(媳妇的美好时代)

2010China
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomanceFamily

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The play delves into the dynamics between mother-in-laws and daughter-in-laws in modern urban families by narrating brief family anecdotes from the parents of two different families. It also sheds light on the marriage experiences of young couples born in the 1980s who embrace a fresh perspective on love and marriage.

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DogBro(หมาน้อง)

2025Thailand
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomanceGay RomanceLGBTQ+Miniseries

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Meen, a fifth-year medical student, enjoys a dedicated academic lifestyle enriched by the delightful presence of friends such as Bon, Flint, Kim, Baikhao, and Pokpong. One day, Meen's mother sends Tul, the son of a close friend who has recently passed the entrance exam for engineering at Chiang Mai University, the country's premier institution, to stay with Meen and tasks him with looking after Tul. Meen views this as a favorable chance for Tul to move into a dormitory close to the university, allowing Tul to take care of Nirand instead. However, before the move, Meen discovers that beneath Tul’s academic success lies a battle with depression. Motivated by his medical knowledge and empathy, Meen selflessly decides to forgo the dormitory arrangement to support and care for Tul. As they share living space for a time, their bond evolves from mere “brothers” into something deeper. Both face the dilemma of whether to pursue a romantic relationship or to remain just “brothers” in order to achieve their personal aspirations.

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Jizoku Kanona Koi Desuka: Chichi to Musume no Kekkon Koushinkyoku(持続可能な恋ですか?~父と娘の結婚行進曲~)

2022Japan
Best Friends RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyNice Female LeadRomanceDeath Of A MotherDeath Of A WifeDoctor Female LeadHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadInstructor Female LeadScholar Male Lead

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Best Friends Relationship, Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kyoka Sawada, a yoga teacher, resides with her father Rintaro Sawada, a scholar of the Japanese language who has lost his enthusiasm for life following his wife's passing. Despite their frequent disagreements, Kyoka feels the weight of taking care of him and is not interested in getting married. However, when Rintaro uncovers a divorce certificate among his late wife's possessions, he becomes determined to find a new spouse and urges Kyoka to seek a partner as well. In their pursuit of love, Kyoka meets Seita Higashimura, a single father with a 7-year-old son.

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Hi DuLaLa(我是杜拉拉)

2016China
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomanceFemale RivalryHR Manager Female LeadMarried Female Lead

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Du Lala is currently enjoying a successful phase in her life. Having left behind the insecurities of her youth, she is happily married to Wang Wei and holds the position of HR manager at her workplace. Moreover, she is on the brink of being promoted to the role of HR director. However, Lala's contentment is disrupted by the arrival of Kathy, a young and attractive new employee whose professional achievements outshine Lala's. Not only does Kathy pose a threat to Lala's promotion, but she also happens to be a former student of Wei's mother and is adored by the entire Wang family, including Wei himself. To add to Lala's troubles, Kathy moves into the apartment directly below Lala and Wei. Will Lala be able to protect her career and marriage from this new adversary?

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Boku no Tsuma to Kekkon Shite Kudasai(ボクの妻と結婚してください。)

2015Japan
Novel AdaptationBest Friends RelationshipDramaNice Female LeadRomanceCancerFamily RelationshipHardworking Male LeadHidden AgendaIll Male LeadMiniseriesTerminal Illness

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Best Friends Relationship, Drama, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

At the age of 45, Mimura Shuji is a man who finds joy in bringing laughter to people. He has worked at a television station, focusing on producing variety shows. Recently, he was moved to a sales position but continues to work with a positive attitude. However, his life takes a sudden turn when he receives a devastating diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, with only six months to live. Despite keeping his illness a secret from his wife, Ayako, he is determined to ensure her and their son's happiness. To achieve this, he devises a plan to find a new partner for Ayako who can take care of their family after he is gone. This decision leads him on a bittersweet journey to secure his loved ones' future.

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Silent Tears(女人不哭)

2006China
Childhood Friends RelationshipDramaRomanceSisters' RelationshipBrother-Sister RelationshipBusinesswoman Female LeadFriendship

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Childhood Friends Relationship, Drama, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 25% similarity match.

After the passing of Zhang Zi Jun's parents, she took on the role of older sister to her brother and sister. Despite facing numerous challenges, she displayed resilience and eventually achieved success as a businesswoman. (Wikipedia)

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The Mogul's Wife Brings Disaster(离婚后大佬夫人捅破天)

2024China
ComedyDivorced Female LeadDivorced Male LeadDramaRomanceDoctor Female LeadDruggingFilmed VerticallyGenius Female LeadPoisoningShort Length SeriesSkilled FighterTalented Female Lead

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Comedy, Divorced Female Lead, Divorced Male Lead, Drama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Following four years of marriage, Xi Ling transitioned from being a homemaker to becoming a prominent figure in the medical and corporate realms. She ended her marriage with her husband by paying him a settlement fee of 100 million. After their divorce, Huo Jing Yun learned about his ex-wife's remarkable background. As their roles changed, he realized her intelligence and began pursuing her again, although her feelings towards him had evolved since their earlier days together.

Recommendation: My Sister of Eternal Flower similar to Renai Jidai
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My Sister of Eternal Flower(花花世界花家姐)

2011Hong Kong
ComedyDramaNice Female LeadRomanceSisters' RelationshipChildish Female LeadCEO Male LeadDisabilityFamily RelationshipInnocent Female LeadIntellectual DisabilityNaive Female LeadSpoiled Male Lead

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 24% similarity match.

Fa Lai Chu, a compassionate woman with the intellectual capacity of a 10-year-old, becomes the primary caregiver for her younger siblings following the passing of their parents. Despite facing financial struggles, she fiercely safeguards them, leading to humorous mishaps. Her determined sister, Fa Lai Ping, collaborates with her former partner, Luk Ho Cheong, to betray their employer. Meanwhile, the grandson of the company's chairman, Tseung Yik, loses his job but is rescued by Fa's generosity. As Fa and Yik develop romantic feelings for each other, the chairman disapproves of their relationship, prompting Yik to end things with Fa and return to his regular life.

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The Wind Blows(바람이 분다)

2019South Korea
Divorced Female LeadDivorced Male LeadDramaNice Female LeadRomanceCompetent Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadEx-spouse RelationshipFake IdentityHardworking Female LeadMelodramaNeurological Disorder

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Divorced Female Lead, Divorced Male Lead, Drama, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

“The Wind Blows” tells the tale of a man who chooses to part ways with his cherished wife after battling Alzheimer’s disease, and a woman who opts to leave her husband in pursuit of starting a family. The narrative progresses six years later when their paths cross once again. (Soompi)

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Sukina Otoko to Wakaretai(好きなオトコと別れたい)

2024Japan
Best Friends RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyDramaRomanceCo-workers' RelationshipEx Comes BackNeighborhood SettingOffice SettingSupportive FriendSupportive NeighborWorkplace SettingWorkplace Violence

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Best Friends Relationship, Childhood Friends Relationship, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Ikuko Shiraishi is approaching her 30th birthday and is employed at a company. She is in a relationship with Hiroji Kurokawa, who resides at her home without a job. Feeling uncertain about her future and marriage, Ikuko decides to end things with Hiroji and search for a potential spouse. Despite this, she struggles with the decision as she truly wants to stay with him. During this time, her colleague Aoyama reveals his longstanding feelings for her.

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Vacation of Love Season 2(假日暖洋洋2)

2022China
ComedyDramaRomanceSisters' RelationshipEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyFirst LoveMultiple Couples

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 24% similarity match.

Once again, winter has arrived. Cheng Man, a prominent figure in the world of venture capital, was in Shanghai preparing to bring her daughter to Sanya for the New Year. However, a series of events led her back to her hometown in Dongbei. Kong Ling Qi, the founder of a company specializing in corporate financing, accompanied Cheng Man to Dongbei to address some pressing matters. After overcoming various challenges, they were able to resolve their issues. Meanwhile, Cheng Man's sister, Cheng Shu, was facing financial trouble with her homestay in Dongbei until a large booking unexpectedly came through - from her ex-boyfriend, Wei Qi. Liao Ran, an aspiring Michelin star chef, was enlisted by Cheng Man to assist with the large booking, leading to a rollercoaster of emotions for all three individuals. Cheng Miao, their niece on the verge of graduation, returned home for Chinese New Year and sought solace in solo skiing, only to stumble upon the world of drone racing where she crossed paths with Ma Bo Yuan, a drone expert. Recognizing Cheng Miao's exceptional talent, Ma Bo Yuan soon developed a special connection with her. Amidst the unique warmth of Dongbei, will those who visit for their own reasons discover their true life goals?

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I Do²(再說一次我願意)

2014Taiwan
ComedyDivorced Female LeadDivorced Male LeadRomanceCharacter DevelopmentEx-couple RelationshipHotel ManagementSecond Chance Romance

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Comedy, Divorced Female Lead, Divorced Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A pair of individuals who were once married and have since divorced meet again and realize that they still harbor emotions for one another.

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The Romantic Movement, Seoul(더 로맨틷 무부먼트, 서울)

2010South Korea
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomanceLifeMelodramaMiniseriesShort Length Series

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The series effectively narrates the journey of a girl named Hyo Rin, who is perpetually troubled by matters of the heart

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Ten Miles of Spring Wind Can't Compare to You(春风十里,不如你)

2017China
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomanceCharacter DevelopmentLifeLove TrianglePregnancy

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

During the 1990s, amidst China's integration into the global economy, Qiu Shui and his companions enroll in medical school with the goal of leaving their country rather than pursuing careers in medicine. The story follows a young student and his peers as they navigate through various activities such as drinking, engaging in romantic relationships, and playing video games, alongside military drills, academic assignments, and typical college pranks. "Beijing, Beijing" offers a humorous and perceptive portrayal of a society and an individual grappling with the clash between tradition and modernization. Over time, as relationships evolve and people move on, Qiu Shui faces the solitude and uncertainty that characterize his generation.

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Adventure of the Ring(戒指流浪記)

2020Taiwan
Novel AdaptationComedyDramaRomanceLifeMiniseriesTrain SettingTraveling

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The tale commences with a lost engagement ring in the MRT train. Yi Zhi had intended to propose to Lisa on that special day, but unfortunately, the ring slipped from his grasp. As they set out to find the ring, they both began to reflect on the true meaning of love. Meanwhile, the ring embarked on its own journey through the city, passing through different stations and becoming entangled in various love stories. Much like the concept of love itself, this ring flowed continuously through the bustling city.

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Secret Society of Men(男人帮 )

2011China
ComedyDramaRomance

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Gu Xiao Bai is an independent writer who navigates the boundary between reality and the realm of art. He holds romantic ideals, but is daring and unconventional, having had numerous relationships. Luo Shu Quan, Xiao Bai's closest friend, contrasts him greatly in both work ethic and personality. Shu Quan is logical and cautious in matters of love. Xiao Bai and Shu Quan befriend Zuo Yong Bang, a wealthy and attractive divorcee. Yong Bang believes money can buy influence over women, but learns some things are beyond control. The trio often exchange love advice, yet frequently find themselves stuck in a state of inaction and confusion.

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Zai Guo Ba Yin(再过把瘾)

2011China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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Based on the book "Content in Death" written by Wang Shuo.

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Goddess of Mercy (2011)(新玉观音)

2011China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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AA Life Style(AA制生活)

2012China
ComedyDramaRomance

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The show depicts the experiences of a family as they incorporate After Marriage AA into their daily lives, aiming to address issues and overcome obstacles to attain a harmonious and fulfilling married life

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I'm So Smart( 我叫郝聪明 )

2013China
ComedyDramaRomance

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An optimistic young lady embodies a positive outlook despite encountering numerous challenges at work and in her everyday life. "I'm So Smart" is a Chinese Web drama series that premiered in 2013. (Viki)

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Dengeki Kon - Perfume of Love -(電撃婚~perfume of love~)

2010Japan
ComedyDramaRomance

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Mr. Right (2015)(别让爱你的人等太久)

2015China
ComedyDramaRomance

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Article 22 Marriage Gauge 2(第22条婚規2)

2016China
ComedyDramaRomance

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Slacker's Food Diary(懶人美食日記)

2016China
ComedyDramaRomance

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In today's fast-paced world, many young adults aspire to create simple yet delicious meals every day as a passion. The artist Zhang An An has always had a connection with Misfortune. Just before their wedding, her boyfriend vanished, leaving her job feeling empty. To make matters worse, she clashes with the new Account Director at work, Si Jun Xia. However, An An finds herself developing unexpected feelings for this serious individual, causing Ray, who has a crush on An An, to feel threatened by Si Jun Xia. An An's cousin Xia Fei Fei enters the scene, complicating the love triangle and adding excitement to her already busy life. Meanwhile, the owners of a café in An An's neighborhood, Lin Qi and Yu Xia, frequently argue over trivial matters but always reconcile in peculiar ways. An An admires their approach to life and hopes to emulate it. These young adults, each with their own unique personalities, work and live together, with their experiences woven into An An's simple dishes. These dishes reflect the range of emotions in their lives - happiness, anger, sadness, and joy - composing the symphony of life.

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Love Online(拜托!别黑我!)

2017China
ComedyDramaRomance

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The narrative follows a young woman navigating the challenges of urban life, evolving from a humble and inexperienced individual to a highly influential figure with a massive following of tens of millions. (VIU)

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Healing Master(复合大师)

2017China
ComedyDramaRomance

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Healing Master follows the success of The Breakup Guru from 2014 as its sequel. This film shifts its focus to an office dedicated to reuniting couples, adding a blend of romance and suspense to create a unique and captivating story. (CdramaBase)

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Lu Bing Hua(鲁冰花)

2018China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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Derived from Chung Chao Cheng's book "Lu Ping Hua," the following information has been taken.

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Qi Pa Si He Yuan(奇葩四合院)

2018China
ComedyDramaRomance

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Pillow Talk(ピロートーク〜ベッドの思惑〜)

2012Japan
Novel AdaptationComedyDrama

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Comedy, and Drama themes with a 23% similarity match.

Based on Seiko Tanabe's essay titled "Contemplation in Bed"

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My Economical Man(我和我的经济适用男)

2011China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

Like Renai Jidai, this drama also features Novel Adaptation, Drama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following her split from Feng Zhi Hao, a successful and affluent man, He Xiao Jun crosses paths with Chen Qi Zhong, a financially prudent individual she meets through work. As they grow closer and start a relationship, Xiao Jun faces challenges from Zhi Hao's return and her parents' disapproval. Will her new love story withstand these obstacles and flourish? This story is based on a novel written by Ren Hai Zhong.

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Reaching Out(美麗人生)

2001Hong Kong
ComedyDramaRomance

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Dai Fook Sun, an orphan with a kind heart, enjoys assisting those in need, particularly homeless individuals residing beneath bridges. Each day, he delivers food and water to them using his bicycle. He resides with Yee Sok and Lau Lik, Yee Sok's father, although Yee Sok denies their relationship. Ninth Sister, also known as Ko Wei Ting, considers the two "brothers" her guardians, as they all grew up together in an orphanage. Fook Sung encounters Jess, Yee Sok's supposed girlfriend, who is also an orphan but lives with her bothersome aunt and cousin. Despite having different approaches, Jess is genuinely kind-hearted. She utilizes her charm to attract customers and accomplish tasks, although she is uninterested in them. Instead of Yee Sok, who mistakenly believes Jess likes him, she forms a brief romantic relationship with the good-natured Fook Sung.

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Best Bet(迎妻接福)

2007Hong Kong
ComedyDramaRomance

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From a young age, Hor Yi had a knack for gambling and was considered lucky. He had been involved in gambling since he was a child, with his parents never intervening to stop him. Hor Yi's childhood friend, Tsang Duk Sing, happened to be a casino owner. Their friendship turned sour when Sing betrayed Hor Yi by stealing a prized drawing from their teacher, leading to a long-standing feud between them. Hor Yi crossed paths with a woman named Do Lai Ying, who harbored a strong dislike for gamblers due to her father's gambling addiction. Unaware of Hor Yi's gambling habits when they first met, Lai Ying eventually became the object of Hor Yi's affections. In a twist of fate, Lai Ying agreed to marry Hor Yi while he was in a coma to fulfill his father's wishes. However, upon awakening, Hor Yi faced the ultimatum of giving up gambling if he wanted to salvage his marriage with Lai Ying. The question remains: will he be able to overcome his gambling addiction and save his relationship with his wife?

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Smooth Talker(以和為貴)

2015Hong Kong
ComedyDramaRomance

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Recently, Hau Tak Sze took over his father's social club and also works as a court mediator. While handling a case, he crosses paths with Mo Sui Yee, who is going through a divorce from her unfaithful ex-husband. Sui Yee stays with her aunt Lam Ah Lui during the divorce proceedings, only to discover that her ex-husband's mistress lives in the same building. Seeing Tak Sze frequently at the building, Sui Yee suspects a conspiracy between him and her ex-husband's lover to manipulate her during the divorce settlement. Sui Yee lands a job at Au Yeung Ai's law firm, where Tak Sze frequently visits due to his friendship with Yeung Ai. Through her work and interactions with Tak Sze, Sui Yee realizes that he is a genuinely kind and hardworking individual.

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Romantic Repertoire(水髮胭脂)

2015Hong Kong
ComedyDramaRomance

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Moon Sing Hong, an interior designer, buys a flat in preparation for his upcoming marriage to his girlfriend returning from studying abroad. However, his sister rents out the flat to Cantonese opera singer Kan Kit without his permission. Sing Hong tries various tactics to get Kit to move out, but her manager Lin Sau Fong helps her stay put. Sing Hong's friend Tin Hak Kan becomes infatuated with Kit and asks Sing Hong for help in pursuing her. Sing Hong befriends Kit to learn more about her, and they eventually reconcile their differences and become friends. Their lives take a twist when Kit is in a car accident and reunites with her birth mother, while Sing Hong discovers his girlfriend has been living in Hong Kong with another man.

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Rogue Emperor(流氓皇帝)

2016Hong Kong
ComedyDramaRomance

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Residing on the streets of Hong Kong, Chu Gam Chun asserts that he is the final ruler of China. Social worker Fung Siu Yung delves into his story, uncovering a life filled with daring adventures and bizarre experiences as he chases after his love, Yi Yung Yung. Back in the early 1930s, Chu Gam Chun, together with his brother Chu Cheung Fun and friends Ng Do Ho and Nau YukGon, participate in a firecracker competition to gather funds for his marriage to Yi Yung Yung. However, a mishap causes them to lose both the prize money and stumble upon a series of peculiar encounters. Ng Do Ho's sister, Ng Do Yu, also gets caught up in the chaos and becomes a popular socialite. Despite their failed attempt at joining the military, Chu Gam Chun and his companions end up as prisoners before finding themselves in Shanghai. Through the assistance of triad leader Nau Lik, Chu Gam Chun rises to become a prominent tycoon in Shanghai. Despite his success, Chu Gam Chun's heart remains fixated on Yi Yung Yung, but a missed opportunity results in their separation for the next four decades.

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Ore no Dandyism(俺のダンディズム)

2014Japan
ComedyDramaRomance

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Section manager Danta Ichiro, aged 41, overhears the new employee Miyamoto Minami expressing a preference for sophisticated men, a characteristic he aspires to embody. In an effort to transform himself into a dandy, he immerses himself in various men's fashion publications. His journey leads him to the discovery of Madam M, a unique boutique specializing in upscale gentlemen's attire. The enigmatic proprietor, Miyuki, generously imparts her expertise on the history and current trends of the merchandise. Danta envisions himself dressed in these exquisite garments for a potential outing with Minami and decides to make a purchase. Unbeknownst to him, Minami harbors a secret of her own.

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Ugly Wu Di Season 4(丑女无敌 第四季)

2010China
ComedyDramaRomance

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Rewritten text: Adaptation of the Colombian television show "I Am Betty, the Unattractive One" (Yo Soy Betty, la Fea) [1999].

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Love Needs a Miracle(사랑은 기적이 필요해)

2005South Korea
ComedyDramaRomance

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A mother raising her child on her own discovers romance.

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A Game about Love(剪刀石頭布)

2006Taiwan
Novel AdaptationComedyRomance

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In the novel "That Day, That Night" by Huang Yuan, there are two close friends, Chen Ke Luo and Wei Qi Xiang, who both develop feelings for Ye Duo Li, a kind-hearted girl. Despite their willingness to prioritize their friendship over their love for her, they ultimately resort to a game of rock-paper-scissors to determine their fates. Love often defies logic, as shown in this story.

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Wish To See You Again(這裡發現愛)

2008Taiwan
ComedyDramaRomance

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Xu Le, a successful writer who has always stayed close to home, finds himself facing a creative block. In search of inspiration, he moves into a luxurious hotel owned by his old classmate Ma Yong Rui and takes on a job as a taxi driver. Hoping to gather ideas from his passengers, Xu Le's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Pan Neng Xian, a young hotel employee. A simple touch of her hand sparks inspiration in Xu Le, leading to an unlikely friendship between the two. Along the way, Xu Le reconnects with another former classmate, Ah Hao, who is now also a taxi driver. Lu Yi, the girl they both once admired, now works as a fashion magazine editor and gets caught up in their reunion.

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Love Me or Leave Me(我, 租了一個情人)

2012Taiwan
ComedyDramaRomance

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The tale of a couple living together and considering marriage unfolds. Ji Qing, the girlfriend, harbors reservations about marriage stemming from her family history. To assess Hao Ming's loyalty, she orchestrates a scenario where another woman befriends him, leading to significant shifts in their relationship.

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Stand By Me (2016)(在一起,就好)

2016Taiwan
ComedyDramaRomance

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A survivor of a devastating earthquake has a dream of creating a heartfelt television program that resonates with audiences. Despite facing multiple rejections in job interviews, Han Xiao Qi eventually lands a position at ACE Station's shopping network ASTAR, which is known for housing underperforming employees. Alongside her is ACE's top producer, who has been transferred to ASTAR due to a scandal. Will these two individuals, with differing approaches and goals, be able to work together to transform the struggling channel into a successful network, or will it mark the end of their careers?

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Flower of the Queen(여왕의 꽃)

2015South Korea
ComedyDramaRomance

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In South Korean culture, the pursuit of success is held in the highest regard, with individuals working relentlessly to achieve their goals. However, despite this drive, South Korea is ranked among the lowest in global happiness indices. It has the highest suicide rate of any developed nation and the third highest worldwide. There are aspects of life that wealth cannot attain. Honor cannot be purchased, and power alone does not guarantee happiness. True happiness surpasses political influence, holds greater significance than wealth, and is more esteemed than honor. One mother is in pursuit of success to attain a life of luxury, while her daughter finds her own path to achievement after largely raising herself. Two men are captivated by these women as they seek their own happiness. This television series prompts viewers to reflect on what truly constitutes happiness. (MBC)

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Single Wife(싱글 와이프)

2017South Korea
ComedyDramaRomance

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A woman is getting ready to marry the ideal man, who happens to be a second-generation chaebol. However, during the preparations, she discovers that her divorce from her former husband was never officially completed. As a result, she must navigate a complicated situation, trying to keep both men on her side until everything is resolved. Complicating matters further, her soon-to-be ex-husband has an accident that causes him to lose his memory, leaving him unaware that they are no longer married.

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An Angel Will Love You for Me(会有天使替我爱你)

2008China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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After Xiao Mi's partner passes away in a tragic accident, his heart is donated to another young man named Yi Tang Yao. Xiao Mi decides to transfer to Tang Yao's school in an attempt to form a connection with him. She goes to great lengths to win his affection, from assisting with his schoolwork to even participating in a 10,000m race. Eventually, Tang Yao agrees to be her boyfriend. However, Xiao Mi later uncovers the shocking truth that her late partner's heart was not actually transplanted into Tang Yao. This revelation leads to a confrontation where Tang Yao learns the real reason behind Xiao Mi's efforts to get close to him.

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Tian Dao(天道)

2008China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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The young police officer, Rui Xiao Dan, crosses paths with the quirky business mogul, Ding Yuan Ying, through a mutual acquaintance tasked with looking after Ding Yuan Ying in the historic city. Ding Yuan Ying's remarkable character and exceptional abilities captivate Rui Xiao Dan. As their relationship blossoms, Rui Xiao Dan and Ding Yuan Ying befriend a group of music enthusiasts in the ancient city who share their passion for music and speaker-making. These enthusiasts, impressed by Ding Yuan Ying's talents, aspire to leverage his skills to uplift their impoverished rural hometown. Xiao Dan also dreams of Ding Yuan Ying using his ingenuity to work a miracle in the destitute village as a token of his affection for her.

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Love in a Fallen City (2009)(倾城之恋)

2009China
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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Based on Eileen Chang's novel "Love in a Fallen City," there are two options to watch: a 34-episode TV series and a 36-episode TV series.

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Shinju Fujin (2002)(真珠夫人)

2002Japan
Novel AdaptationDramaRomance

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The story revolves around Ruriko, a woman who faces a difficult destiny after discovering true love and experiencing significant changes in her life. It also portrays her romantic journey to protect her inner self. Kan Kikuchi, a renowned writer, penned the original tale of Pearl Beauty during the Taisho era, highlighting a fresh lifestyle for women at that time that contributed to its widespread appeal.