She Was Pretty - Asian drama recommendation
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She Was Pretty(그녀는 예뻤다)

2015South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityMakeoverMean Male LeadMisunderstandingNice Female LeadRomanceSassy Female LeadUnrequited Love

As a young girl, Hye Jin was incredibly adorable and enjoyed a life of comfort with her affluent parents. However, since she reached her teenage years, both her appearance and circumstances have changed significantly. She now lives without rent alongside a friend and works part-time as a clerk at a convenience store. Suddenly, her childhood friend Sung Joon reaches out to her and proposes a meeting. Unbeknownst to him, Hye Jin has recently seen him and is aware of how fit and attractive he has become. Not wanting to let him down, she persuades her beautiful best friend to go in her stead. What could possibly go wrong? After securing a full-time position, Hye Jin is taken aback to discover that Sung Joon is her supervisor. To make matters worse, he treats her with nothing but scorn and disdain. This is not the friend she cherished in her memories, prompting her to conceal her true identity from him. (MBC)

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Recommendation: Kanojo wa Kirei datta similar to She Was Pretty
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Kanojo wa Kirei datta(彼女はキレイだった)

2021Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityNice Female LeadRomanceCold Male LeadFirst Love ReturnsHardworking Male LeadSecret CrushTeamwork

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, First Love, Hardworking Female Lead, Hidden Identity, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Sosuke Hasebe holds the position of deputy editor-in-chief at the Japanese version of the global fashion magazine, 'The Most'. He is known for his reserved and logical demeanor, having been relocated from New York for a specific assignment. Sosuke, who was once a victim of bullying due to being overweight, has transformed into a handsome and successful individual with the goal of reconnecting with his first love. On the other hand, Ai Sato, Sosuke's former flame, is currently unemployed and residing with her best friend following the collapse of her previous company. Despite her setbacks, Ai brings a vibrant and sincere energy to her role as an intern at 'The Most'. Once a standout student, she now struggles with shyness and self-doubt. When Ai crosses paths with Sosuke once again, she chooses to conceal her true identity from him.

Recommendation: Moonlight similar to She Was Pretty
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Moonlight(月光变奏曲)

2021China
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityRomanceBickering Mains' RelationshipBusinessChildish Male LeadCohabitationEditor Female LeadSecondary CoupleWriter Male Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, First Love, Hardworking Female Lead, Hidden Identity, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Upon completing her studies in finance at university, Chu Li secures a position at Yuan Yue Publishing House, her long-awaited dream company. However, she faces obstacles as she realizes the publishing industry has undergone significant changes. It is there that she crosses paths with author Zhou Chuan, who is rumored to be kind but proves otherwise. Their initial encounter leads to discord, but Zhou Chuan eventually discovers that Chu Li is actually his online friend, Monkey.

Recommendation: Devilish Joy similar to She Was Pretty
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Devilish Joy(마성의 기쁨)

2018South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadMisunderstandingRomanceAmnesiaBromanceLove At First SightPsychologicalRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRiches To Rags

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Misunderstanding, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Would you choose to love someone you could never remember? Gong Ma Sung faced numerous challenges throughout his life, yet he still managed to find joy amidst the struggles

Recommendation: Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte similar to She Was Pretty
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Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte(着飾る恋には理由があって)

2021Japan
Character DevelopmentDramaHardworking Female LeadNice Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveCohabitationFoodInfluencer Female LeadLifeMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadOpposites Attract

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 30% similarity match.

Mashiba Kurumi is a publicist for "el Arco Iris," a rising interior design company popular among the younger generation through social media. She is a fashion enthusiast who is conscious of her image and seeks approval from her colleagues and boss, Hayama Shogo. Kurumi becomes so engrossed in her work that she forgets to renew her apartment lease, leading her friend Koko to help her find a new place. They discover a shared residence with three strangers: Fujino Shun, a simplistic chef aspiring for a minimalist lifestyle; Terai Haruto, Shun's cousin who works as an online counselor; and Hase Ayaka, an up-and-coming artist who creates contemporary art while working part-time as a delivery driver at a luxury supermarket. Despite their differing ages, professions, and beliefs, these individuals come together to share a home. As their personalities clash, Kurumi experiences love, deepens friendships, and learns to embrace her true self by shedding her "armor."

Recommendation: Playful Kiss similar to She Was Pretty
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Playful Kiss(장난스런 키스)

2010South Korea
ComedyDramaFirst LoveMean Male LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveAdapted From A MangaCohabitationCold Male LeadFemale Chases Male FirstHigh SchoolLove TriangleSmart Male Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Mean Male Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 30% similarity match.

Oh Ha Ni is an awkward high school girl who develops feelings for the meticulous Baek Seung Jo. Unfortunately, Seung Jo remains apathetic and spurns her affections. When Ha Ni's home is destroyed, she and her father relocate to the residence of his long-time friend. Coincidentally, Seung Jo is the eldest son of this friend, granting Ha Ni the chance to be close to the boy she adores. Will she succeed in winning over Seung Jo's heart?

Recommendation: A Little Thing Called First Love similar to She Was Pretty
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A Little Thing Called First Love(初恋那件小事)

2019China
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFirst LoveMakeoverRomanceComing Of AgeFriendshipHigh School To CollegeLove TriangleSecret CrushSismanceSmart Male LeadYouth

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, First Love, Makeover, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The tale of a regular girl who becomes infatuated with the most popular boy in her high school. Xia Miao Miao, a reserved and creative student, finds herself attracted to a charming and skilled senior at her school, leading her on a path of self-discovery during her time in college. Inspired by Liang You Nian, Xia Miao Miao resolves to make some changes in her life. With the support of her friends, she delves into the world of fashion, joins various school clubs, and dedicates herself to improving her grades. Each day, her once mundane existence becomes more vibrant and exciting.

Recommendation: I Don't Love You Yet similar to She Was Pretty
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I Don't Love You Yet(僕はまだ君を愛さないことができる)

2019Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveFriends To LoversHeartbreakLifeLove TriangleNice Male LeadSecret CrushSlow Burn RomanceSuccessful Female Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

Mitarai Yo is a successful professional employed by a shoe company, but her romantic life is in disarray

Recommendation: 18 Again similar to She Was Pretty
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18 Again(18 어게인)

2020South Korea
Character DevelopmentDramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityRomanceBecoming YoungFantasyFather-Daughter RelationshipFather-Son RelationshipLifeLife LessonMother-Daughter RelationshipTeenage Pregnancy

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, First Love, Hardworking Female Lead, Hidden Identity, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Jung Da Jeong and Hong Dae Yeong have been married for nearly twenty years, raising their twins together

Recommendation: The Legend of the Blue Sea similar to She Was Pretty
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The Legend of the Blue Sea(푸른 바다의 전설)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaFirst LoveHidden IdentityMisunderstandingRomanceCohabitationEccentric Female LeadFantasyFated LoveInterspecies RomanceMother-Son RelationshipNaive Female LeadRich Male Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Hidden Identity, Misunderstanding, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Shim Chung, a mermaid hailing from the Joseon period, follows her beloved, the nobleman's son Kim Ryung, into contemporary Seoul

Recommendation: More Than Friends similar to She Was Pretty
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More Than Friends(경우의 수)

2020South Korea
ComedyDramaFirst LoveMisunderstandingRomanceUnrequited LoveFemale Chases Male FirstLifeLong Time FriendsLove TriangleMultiple CouplesSecret CrushSismanceSlow Burn Romance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Misunderstanding, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

A decade ago, Kyung Woo Yeon was a naive 18-year-old filled with aspirations of romance. She opened up to her friend, Lee Soo, about her feelings, but he turned her down. Seven years later, her second declaration also results in rejection, prompting her to resolve to let go. Following a solitary day in Jeju, she pledges to stop loving him. With nearly 12 former boyfriends behind her, Woo Yeon seeks clarity and encounters Joon Soo, who offers assistance in determining whether the problem lies within her or the men she dates. Meanwhile, Lee Soo, still affected by his parents’ divorce, steers clear of love to avoid additional heartache. After spending three years away from Jeju, he returns only to find Woo Yeon with someone else, compelling him to confront his emotions and address his past.

Recommendation: Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha similar to She Was Pretty
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Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha(갯마을 차차차)

2021South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadNice Female LeadRomanceCheerful Male LeadConfident Female LeadHardworking Male LeadHealingLifeNice Male LeadOpposites AttractSmart Female Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Following a disagreement with her supervisor, dentist Yoon Hye Jin retreats to a coastal village she frequented during her childhood. Upon discovering the village lacks a dentist, she decides to establish her practice there permanently. Yoon's reserved attitude clashes with the locals, but she receives help from the carefree handyman, Hong Do Sik, as she adjusts to village life. Initially, their relationship is rocky.

Recommendation: Radiant Office similar to She Was Pretty
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Radiant Office(자체발광 오피스)

2017South Korea
ComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadMisunderstandingNice Female LeadRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipBusinessCompetitionHardworking Male LeadNice Male LeadSmart Male LeadTeamworkTerminal Illness

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Misunderstanding, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

After encountering numerous unsuccessful job interviews, Ho Won unexpectedly learns that she has only six months to live. Just when her situation appears bleak, she secures a job opportunity. Determined to seize control of her life, she undergoes a transformation into a bold and confident woman. This series resonates with young individuals grappling with a tough reality and limited prospects. Within the workplace depicted in the show, a cultural divide exists between the outspoken, youthful employees and the older staff who are apprehensive about impending layoffs. Simultaneously, the series highlights the importance of open dialogue and empathy as a way to bridge these gaps. (MBC)

Recommendation: True Beauty similar to She Was Pretty
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True Beauty(여신강림)

2020South Korea
ComedyDramaHidden IdentityMakeoverNice Female LeadRomanceAdapted From A WebtoonBeauty StandardsHigh SchoolLove TrianglePopular Male LeadSecret CrushTransformationYouth

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hidden Identity, Makeover, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

"True Beauty" is a romantic comedy centered around a high school student, Lim Ju Gyeong, who achieves fame for her beauty after learning the art of makeup through YouTube tutorials. Her makeup expertise transforms her into a stunning figure, yet she would be mortified to show her natural face to anyone. The story follows her romantic journey with Lee Su Ho, the only boy who has seen her without makeup. Lee Su Ho is an attractive young man who initially seems distant due to his troubled history, but he is genuinely kind-hearted. As they connect, they share their innermost secrets and fall in love, but can Su Ho help Ju Gyeong discover her true beauty? (Wikipedia)

Recommendation: Koi wa Deep ni similar to She Was Pretty
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Koi wa Deep ni(恋はDeepに)

2021Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHidden IdentityNice Female LeadRomanceAge GapCold Male LeadEnemies To LoversFantasyForbidden LoveOpposites AttractSecondary CoupleSupernatural

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hidden Identity, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Nagisa Mio, a researcher specializing in marine studies at Shibaura University, has a strong passion for the ocean but keeps her personal history a mystery

Recommendation: 9 End 2 Outs similar to She Was Pretty
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9 End 2 Outs(9회말 2아웃)

2007South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaNice Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveBaseballCohabitationFriendshipLifeLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManPlayboy Male LeadSlow Burn Romance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 29% similarity match.

Hong Nan Hee is a typical employee at a publishing company

Recommendation: Coffee Prince similar to She Was Pretty
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Coffee Prince(커피프린스 1호점)

2007South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityRomanceBarista Female LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipCross-DressingEccentric Female LeadFamily PressureFoodRich Man-Poor WomanTomboy Female Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Hidden Identity, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Choi Han Gyeol is the grandson of Chairwoman Bang, who leads Dong-in Foods, a successful coffee enterprise. He has never held a job and has little interest in taking on responsibilities. Han Gyeol remains infatuated with his first love, Han Yu Ju, who regards him merely as a friend. On the other hand, Ko Eun Chan is a 24-year-old tomboy often mistaken for a male. After her father passed away when she was just 16, she stepped up to support her family financially. When Han Gyeol encounters Eun Chan, unaware of her true gender, he hires her to pose as his gay partner to avoid the blind dates his grandmother has arranged for him. Facing pressure from his grandmother, Han Gyeol decides to take over a dilapidated coffee shop, which he later names "Coffee Prince," to demonstrate his competence to both his grandmother and Yu Ju. In an effort to attract female patrons, he hires only attractive male staff. Meanwhile, Eun Chan, in need of money, continues to conceal her identity to secure a position at Coffee Prince.

Recommendation: Meteor Garden similar to She Was Pretty
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Meteor Garden(流星花园)

2018China
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFirst LoveMean Male LeadRomanceAdapted From A MangaBromanceLove Hate RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstPossessive Male LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanYouth

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, First Love, Mean Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

Shan Cai, an 18-year-old girl from a struggling family, gets accepted into the most prestigious school in the country. Here, she encounters F4, a group of wealthy and attractive boys named Dao Ming Si, Hua Ze Lei, Xi Men, and Mei Zuo. Despite Dao Ming Si's bullying, Shan Cai stands her ground and remains strong. With the support of Hua Ze Lei, she withstands the boys' pranks and begins to earn their respect. Through discovering their true personalities, Shan Cai's determination and the boys' changing emotions lead to friendship and eventually romance. This story is adapted from the manga "Hana Yori Dango" by Kamio Yoko, available in two versions: 50 episodes (TV) or 49 episodes (Online; DVD).

Recommendation: King Flower similar to She Was Pretty
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King Flower(金大花的華麗冒險)

2013Taiwan
ComedyDramaMakeoverNice Female LeadRomanceContract RelationshipFake IdentityFemale Chases Male FirstLove TriangleNaive Female Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Makeover, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Jin Da Hua, who considers herself unattractive, fantasizes about becoming as beautiful as Du Liang Yan in hopes that her close friend Lin Guan Jun will develop feelings for her. Unexpectedly, an opportunity arises for her to transform her life.

Recommendation: When I See You Again similar to She Was Pretty
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When I See You Again(他看她的第2眼)

2015Taiwan
ComedyFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityRomanceDebt Passed To ChildrenEmotionally Strong Female LeadFateHigh School To Working LifeHotel Setting

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Hardworking Female Lead, Hidden Identity, and Romance themes with a 28% similarity match.

Xia You Qian is a well-rounded individual, possessing good looks and serving as a successful leader of a private equity firm. He is admired by those around him, including his competitor Hu Yan Ze and affluent socialite Hu Yong Qing. With his sharp observational skills, You Qian can quickly evaluate people upon first meeting them. During a visit to Pu Lang village for a judging competition with his grandfather, You Qian crosses paths with An Xi, a woman who had a negative impact on his life a decade earlier. An Xi is compelled to participate in the competition in hopes of winning the prize money to save her father's debt-ridden hostel. However, due to You Qian's bias, An Xi loses the competition. Will she be forced to marry her creditor to settle her debts? The series is available in two versions: 20 episodes on TTV and 32 episodes on Netflix.

Recommendation: Anyway Thirty similar to She Was Pretty
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Anyway Thirty(어쨌든 서른)

2025South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaRomanceLife LessonMiniseries

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

"We've reached the age of thirty." Reaching thirty is a stage where we may think we are ready for what life has in store, even if we haven't completely figured out everything about life, love, or ourselves. As we navigate through this false sense of preparedness, we encounter new people, build relationships, go through different emotions, gain wisdom about life, and eventually transition into adulthood. Through the character Seo Eun, the drama explores how we reflect on ourselves, overcome unexpected challenges, and evolve through our interactions with others. The show showcases visually engaging scenes and thought-provoking storytelling. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Oh! Pil Seung And Bong Soon Young similar to She Was Pretty
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Oh! Pil Seung And Bong Soon Young(오! 필승 봉순영)

2004South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaRomanceBusiness IndustryRags To Riches

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Oh Pil Seung is an easygoing, albeit somewhat indolent, average guy who unexpectedly becomes the successor to a prestigious logistics firm! With competitors and naysayers eager for him to make a mistake, can Pil Seung meet the challenge head-on? Or will the elitist attitudes of the corporate world push this working-class individual aside? (DW)

Recommendation: Attic Cat similar to She Was Pretty
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Attic Cat(옥탑방 고양이)

2003South Korea
ComedyDramaRomanceSassy Female LeadUnrequited LoveAirhead Male LeadCohabitationFemale Chases Male FirstLove SquareOne-night StandRich Man-Poor Woman

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, and Unrequited Love themes with a 26% similarity match.

Kyung Min, a student studying law, finds himself in a difficult situation and takes on the responsibility of assisting Hye Ryun's less fortunate acquaintance, Jung Eun. This marks the start of a tumultuous friendship that ultimately leads to them sharing a living space atop an aged building. Kyung Min's spoiled behavior conflicts with Jung Eun's modest lifestyle, with him consistently exploiting her generosity and gentle demeanor.

Recommendation: Ten Years Late similar to She Was Pretty
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Ten Years Late(十年三月三十日)

2019China
DramaFirst LoveMisunderstandingRomanceUnrequited LoveAdapted From A MangaFriendshipMultiple CouplesSecond Chance RomanceTourism IndustryWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Misunderstanding, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

Six young individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives navigate life in the bustling city

Recommendation: Six Love Story similar to She Was Pretty
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Six Love Story(여섯가지 사랑이야기)

2018South Korea
ComedyDramaFirst LoveRomanceUnrequited LoveHigh School To CollegeLifeMiniseriesShort Length SeriesStudent-Teacher RelationshipTutor Male LeadWeb Series

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

Soo Yeon is approaching her college entrance examination

Recommendation: Exhibition of Fireworks similar to She Was Pretty
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Exhibition of Fireworks(불꽃놀이)

2006South Korea
Character DevelopmentDramaRomanceUnrequited LoveLove TriangleMelodramaOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Drama, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

Shin Na Ra, a nearly thirty-year-old woman, eagerly awaits the return of her boyfriend, who has been away on a business trip for seven years. During their dinner together, he reveals that he has not only been unfaithful but has also developed feelings for another woman. Consequently, their relationship comes to an end. To cope with her heartbreak, Na Ra consumes a significant amount of alcohol and accidentally drops the ring her former boyfriend gifted her into the cup of a stranger. This stranger, In Jae, unknowingly consumes the drink containing the ring, leading both of them to end up in the hospital. To make ends meet, Na Ra pretends to be her 20-year-old sister to get a job as a cosmetic clerk at the store of Mi Rae, the woman her ex-boyfriend has fallen for. Coincidentally, In Jae also finds himself at the same shop. Thus begins their unexpected journey of romance, as In Jae is also infatuated with Mi Rae.

Recommendation: One Page Love similar to She Was Pretty
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One Page Love(1ページの恋)

2019Japan
DramaFirst LoveRomanceUnrequited LoveFriendshipLove SquareReverse-Harem

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

At the age of 17, Minase Akari visited Uki Island for a family trip and developed feelings for Morita Ikumi, the son of the guesthouse owner. They both confessed their love for each other while witnessing a rare meteor shower that occurs every four years. They made a pact to reunite at the same location four years later. However, on the agreed-upon day, Ikumi was nowhere to be found despite Akari's arrival. Instead, Hoshino Aritoshi appeared with a camera. Aritoshi is known for his charm with women, but he is also likable. Akari has had a passion for drawing since childhood and continues to maintain a sketchbook. Although she has secured a job offer from a design company, she struggles to determine the specific type of work she desires. Her childhood friend, Inui Yamato, advises her to take her time and discover her true calling. The question remains: which of the two men will Akari choose? (Jdrama Weblog)

Recommendation: Bel Ami similar to She Was Pretty
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Bel Ami(예쁜남자)

2013South Korea
ComedyDramaRomanceSassy Female LeadUnrequited LoveAdapted From A ManhwaArrogant Male LeadBeauty IndustryEccentric Female LeadFamilyFemale Chases Male FirstLove Triangle

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

Dokgo Ma Te is a driven individual eager to amass wealth by leveraging his striking looks. He embarks on a quest to date ten of Korea's most accomplished women. Suddenly, a peculiar woman named Kim Bo Tong enters his life. Hailing from a humble upbringing, she has harbored feelings for him for the past decade. Will she be able to win Dokgo Ma Te's heart? (KoreanDrama.org)

Recommendation: Just Friend similar to She Was Pretty
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Just Friend(사친사친)

2021South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveNice Female LeadRomanceSassy Female LeadCalm Male LeadCheerful Female LeadCohabitationLove SquareMiniseriesNice Male LeadWeb Series

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 25% similarity match.

Male companion, Female companion, Is this considered dating? No, it's not. Two weeks of exhilarating shared living with male and female companions. (Npick on Youtube)

Recommendation: Hi My Sweetheart similar to She Was Pretty
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Hi My Sweetheart(海派甜心)

2009Taiwan
ComedyHidden IdentityMakeoverMisunderstandingRomanceCollege To Working LifeDouble IdentityHeartbreakMeet AgainOpposites AttractRich Male LeadSecond Chance Romance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Hidden Identity, Makeover, Misunderstanding, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

When Xue Hai first came to Hangzhou, he was considered a socially awkward person. His classmate, Bao Zhu, rescued him from bullies and they soon developed romantic feelings for each other. However, a miscommunication led to them losing touch when she returned to Taiwan. Xue Hai believed she had ended their relationship, prompting him to undergo a dramatic transformation from a socially awkward person to a handsome individual in order to seek vengeance. Two versions of the show were released: the original broadcast consisted of 14 episodes lasting 90 minutes each, while the rebroadcast featured 23 episodes lasting 50 minutes each.

Recommendation: Bungaku Shojo similar to She Was Pretty
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Bungaku Shojo(文学処女)

2018Japan
DramaFirst LoveNice Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveAdapted From A MangaAge GapAwkward Female LeadFlashback To PastHeight DifferenceLove TriangleNaive Female Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

Kanoko Tsukishiro, a 26-year-old woman working in the editorial department, has never experienced love

Recommendation: Save the Last Dance for Me similar to She Was Pretty
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Save the Last Dance for Me(마지막 춤은 나와 함께)

2004South Korea
DramaHardworking Female LeadNice Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveAmnesiaLove SquareRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSecond Chance RomanceTime SkipWorkplace Setting

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

Eun Soo is a kind-hearted yet naive woman who operates a small resort inn alongside her father. Although she leads a typical life, everything shifts when she encounters a man who has completely forgotten his past. She takes him in, cares for him, and even names him "Baek Chang Ho." As they grow closer, love flourishes, and plans for their wedding begin to take shape. However, on the night of their ceremony, Eun Soo's father passes away. Shortly thereafter, Chang Ho vanishes as well! In an instant, the two individuals she cherishes the most have left her side. Yet, Chang Ho's disappearance is not without cause: his true identity is Kang Hyun Woo, the heir to a vast business empire, and there are sinister forces at work plotting his demise.

Recommendation: Love the Courier similar to She Was Pretty
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Love the Courier(愛的速遞)

2016China
ComedyDramaMisunderstandingRomanceSassy Female LeadBickering Mains' RelationshipCity SettingDeliveryman Male LeadFamily RelationshipFriendshipHardworking Male LeadRich Female LeadStrangers To Lovers

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Misunderstanding, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mr. Durian similar to She Was Pretty
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Mr. Durian(初恋是榴莲先生)

2022China
ComedyDramaFirst LoveMisunderstandingRomanceChildhood ConnectionChildhood CrushCollege To Working LifeFlashback To PastLovers ReunitedLovers SeparatedShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Misunderstanding, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Su Chen, known as the "Durian King," is known for his tough exterior and gentle heart. He has harbored feelings for Yi Xiang Nuan in secret for a long time. When he finally confesses his love to her, he is pleasantly surprised to find out that she feels the same way. The two enjoy a blissful romance on campus until a tragic event separates them. Three years later, Yi Xiang Nuan returns home from overseas, only to be taken captive by Su Chen on her arrival. Despite three years of silence, Su Chen's love for her remains unwavering. Yi Xiang Nuan suspects that Su Chen's sudden marriage proposal is a form of revenge for her sudden departure. However, as they spend more time together, she realizes that Su Chen has been suppressing his feelings for her all this time. Together, they work to uncover the truth behind her father's death. Can these childhood sweethearts overcome misunderstandings and reunite? Will they be able to mend the broken pieces of their past?

Recommendation: Attention, Love! similar to She Was Pretty
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Attention, Love!(稍息立正我愛你)

2017Taiwan
Character DevelopmentComedyFirst LoveRomanceUnrequited LoveArranged MarriageCohabitationCold Male LeadFemale Chases Male FirstFriends To LoversLove TriangleSmart Male LeadYouth

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, First Love, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 24% similarity match.

In the past, two close friends each welcomed a child into their families. One friend named his son Li Zheng, meaning "attention," while the other named his daughter Shao Xi, which translates to "at ease" in military terms. Despite Li Zheng's family relocating to another country, the two children grew up embodying their names - Li Zheng diligent and focused on his goals, and Shao Xi more relaxed and carefree. Upon Li Zheng's return to Taiwan from Japan, where he grew up, he encounters Shao Xi for the first time in high school. Despite their contrasting personalities, they find themselves drawn to each other. Will they be able to bridge their differences or will they remain apart forever?

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Love Alarm Season 2(좋아하면 울리는 2)

2021South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadMisunderstandingRomanceAdapted From A WebtoonCollege To Working LifeDating AppEccentric Male LeadLove TriangleRich Male LeadSexual HarassmentYouth

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Hardworking Female Lead, Misunderstanding, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

In search of undeniable confirmation of her emotions, Kim Jo Jo decides to remove the barrier and have the application notify her true love. (Netflix)

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Five Missions(艾蜜麗的五件事)

2018Taiwan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaFirst LoveRomanceEx Comes BackEx-couple RelationshipFather-Daughter RelationshipFriends To LoversHigh School To Working LifeLove SquarePhotographySeaside Setting

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, First Love, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Is it possible for a mystical message in a container to assist someone in confronting their most challenging life issues? Emily works as an assistant at a law firm that focuses on divorce cases. Despite having her best friend and photographer, Dou Ru, by her side, life has been quite tough. Her boyfriend treats her more like a servant than a partner, she has lost touch with her father, and she is a victim of workplace harassment. One day, she stumbles upon a letter in a bottle containing a list of tasks that Emily has been avoiding: 1. Bid Farewell 2. Reconciliation 3. Return Home 4. Embrace Your True Self 5. Change Course Following this discovery, strange occurrences begin happening around her, leading her to suspect that the bottle may be cursed. Could it be that the only way to lift the curse is by facing the tasks Emily has been avoiding the most? (Viki)

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Glorious Day(기분 좋은날 )

2014South Korea
ComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveCalm Female LeadCompetent Male LeadHardworking Male LeadLove TriangleMother-Daughter RelationshipMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadSismance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 24% similarity match.

Han Song Jeong is a novelist and a single mother to three daughters: Da Ae, Da Jeong, and Da In. She faces challenges in her efforts to find suitable husbands for her daughters. On the other hand, Seo Jae U, the eldest grandson of the neighboring family, works diligently in a corporate position. While he has inherited his grandfather's stern and traditional demeanor, he also embodies the compassionate traits passed down from his father, making him fundamentally a good person.

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Takane no Hana-san 2(高嶺のハナさん2)

2022Japan
ComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadRomanceUnrequited LoveAge GapAge GapCompetent Female LeadDetermined Female LeadHidden PersonalityLifeProlonged NudityTeam Leader Female LeadWorkplace Romance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 24% similarity match.

Takamine Hana and Yowaki Tsuyoshi are both new to their relationship, lacking experience in love but having pure intentions. Their dynamic resembles that of elementary school students hesitant to progress further. As Takamine's former boss returns from overseas, she shifts her focus to showcasing her leadership skills, leaving less time for Yowaki. The team collaborates to impress Fudo for their upcoming project, HOP, while also dealing with unresolved feelings among colleagues.

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The Quirky and the Charming(我的差评女友)

2025China
ComedyDramaMisunderstandingRomanceSassy Female LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipCEO Male LeadFriendshipHotel SettingPoor Female LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanStrangers To Lovers

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Yi Ran, previously relying on various jobs to get by, unexpectedly lands a position as a professional sleeper at a luxurious hotel. To her surprise, her new boss is none other than Xiao Mu Cheng, the hotel's director and her immediate superior. As they navigate through challenging guests and the hotel's financial challenges, Yi Ran and Xiao Mu Cheng find themselves at odds but eventually develop a closer bond despite their contrasting personalities.

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Please Feel at Ease Mr. Ling(一不小心捡到爱)

2021China
ComedyDramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadRomanceCohabitationCold Male LeadHeight DifferenceIndependent Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstOpposites AttractRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Hardworking Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

This story follows the tale of how a woman named Gu An Xin, also known as the "rabbit," takes in a man named Ling Yue, referred to as the "big bad wolf," after encountering him following an accident

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Kimi wa Petto(きみはペット)

2003Japan
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHidden IdentityRomanceAdapted From A MangaClingy Male LeadCohabitationCold Female LeadLove TriangleOlder Woman-Younger ManSecret RelationshipSmart Female Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hidden Identity, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Sumire excels in education, career, and appearance, making her seem too flawless for her boyfriend, who ends their relationship. After experiencing sexual harassment at work, Sumire decides to take action. Feeling lonely and dejected, she discovers a young man named Takeshi injured in a cardboard box. She offers him shelter, but he refuses to leave unless she agrees to let him stay as her "pet". Takeshi agrees to the arrangement and quickly embraces his new role. As they navigate their unique relationship as "master" and "pet", a man from Sumire's past who once caught her interest returns to Japan. Despite his offer of the perfect life, Sumire can't seem to get "Momo" out of her mind. Is it possible that she is developing feelings for her pet?

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Renai Mangaka(レンアイ漫画家)

2021Japan
ComedyDramaHidden IdentityNice Female LeadRomanceAdapted From A MangaBickering Mains' RelationshipCohabitationEccentric Male LeadManga Artist Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanTalented Male LeadUncle-Nephew Relationship

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hidden Identity, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Karibe Seiichiro, a brilliant manga artist, struggles with social interactions and prefers to stay indoors due to his unique perspective. One day, he crosses paths with Kuon Aiko, his late brother's ex-girlfriend, and proposes that they become pretend romantic partners. This scenario is based on the manga "Renai Mangaka" by Yamazaki Sayaka.

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Cinderella and the Four Knights(신데렐라와 네 명의 기사)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaFirst LoveHardworking Female LeadRomanceAdapted From A ManhwaCohabitationCold Man-Warm WomanForbidden LoveMultiple MainsReverse-HaremRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

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Eun Ha Won, a high school senior aspiring to become a teacher, faces abuse from her father, stepmother, and stepsister while juggling part-time jobs to cover her university expenses. In the meantime, her three spoiled cousins—Ji Un, a rough-and-tumble type, Hyeon Min, a womanizer, and Seo U, a musician—live together in the luxurious Sky House, where they frequently squabble. When their grandfather demands they attend his fifth wedding, Hyeon Min decides to hire Ha Won as his date to annoy him. However, Ha Won’s fearless demeanor captivates the grandfather, leading him to employ her as a live-in butler at Sky House. This sets off a chain of humorous incidents, romantic entanglements, and dramatic moments.

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Shopaholic Louis(쇼핑왕 루이)

2016South Korea
ComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadNice Female LeadRomanceAirhead Male LeadAmnesiaClingy Male LeadCohabitationIndependent Female LeadPoor Female LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The story centers on a charming shopaholic named Louis, the heir to a large business empire, who finds himself homeless due to amnesia. In contrast, Ko Bok Sil, a rural girl leading a life vastly different from the affluent elite, crosses paths with Louis in Seoul. The unlikely love story that develops between the wealthy Louis, who can purchase anything he desires, and the pure-hearted Ko Bok Sil, demonstrates to viewers that the worth of genuine love is immeasurable and cannot be purchased. (MBC)

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Crazy Love(크레이지 러브)

2022South Korea
Character DevelopmentComedyDramaHardworking Female LeadRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipEnemies To LoversFake RelationshipLove Hate RelationshipNarcissistic Male LeadRich Male LeadSecretary Female LeadSlow Burn Romance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Character Development, Comedy, Drama, Hardworking Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The well-respected CEO of GOTOP Education, No Go Jin, is known for his exceptional intellect and expertise in mathematics, as well as his good looks, high IQ, and wealth. Despite his lack of formal education beyond high school, his achievements are attributed to his remarkable intelligence and self-absorption. One day, he receives a warning about a looming threat on his life. Lee Sin A, his reserved and introverted secretary, goes unnoticed by her boss and colleagues despite her hard work. After more than a year of working for No Go Jin, she realizes that her time is running out.

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My Bratty Princess(刁蛮公主)

2005China
ComedyHidden IdentityNice Female LeadRomanceSassy Female LeadAdventureCross-DressingFriends To LoversLove SquarePalaceSlapstickSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Hidden Identity, Nice Female Lead, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 24% similarity match.

Situ Jing, a spirited and adventurous young woman, embarks on a series of escapades with her companion, A Ling, unaware of her true identity as a princess from a royal lineage. To shield her family's honor in public, Situ Jing disguises herself as a man named Xiao Long Xia. Moved by the suffering of neglected refugees, she devises various plans to aid them. Meanwhile, Emperor Zhu Yun focuses on strengthening the empire inherited from his father, with a monk presenting him a riddle that promises a solution to the empire's challenges. Venturing out of the palace in disguise, the Emperor crosses paths with Xiao Long Xia and forms a bond upon learning of her selfless deeds towards the refugees. When Xiao Long Xia successfully solves the monk's puzzle, the Emperor decides to forge a closer connection with her. The Lord of Yunnan's sister, a former queen who perished during a past attack on the dynasty, had a son named Bai Yun Fei engaged to Princess An Ning, the Emperor's sister. As the Emperor, Xiao Long Xia, and Bai Yun Fei grow closer, each concealing their true identities, they become embroiled in palace intrigue, rebellions, and assassination plots.

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Ikemen Desu Ne(美男ですね)

2011Japan
ComedyDramaHidden IdentityMean Male LeadRomanceBandCohabitationCross-DressingHousemates' RelationshipLove TriangleMusicReverse-HaremSlow Burn Romance

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Miko, a 20-year-old woman, is innocent but prone to errors. After her composer father passed away, she resided in an orphanage with her twin brother Mio Sakuraba. Currently, she resides in a convent with aspirations of becoming a nun. However, her plans take a turn when a mysterious man named Mabuchi invites her to join the renowned band A*N*Jell in place of her brother who is overseas. As she agrees to this unexpected opportunity, a complex web of relationships, including a love triangle, begins to unfold involving various individuals.

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You Are So Sweet(你听起来很甜)

2020China
ComedyDramaFirst LoveHidden IdentityRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipCold Man-Warm WomanFluffyHeight DifferenceLove Hate RelationshipRich Man-Poor WomanWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, Drama, First Love, Hidden Identity, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A new story delves into the world of Chinese voice dubbing for the first time, focusing on a novice and her difficult boss. Xia Xiaoning is an ordinary young woman with average looks and education. By luck, Xiaoning, who dreams of becoming a voice actress, gets a job as an assistant to Gu Chenyu. Chenyu hides a secret talent as one of the top dubbing experts. Their mismatched dynamic leads to comedic interactions. As Xiaoning tries to establish herself at work, she meets Xie Fei after helping him with a stray dog. The assertive CEO Fei starts showing interest in Xiaoning. Meanwhile, Xiaoning and Chenyu put aside their differences and grow closer. With two appealing suitors vying for her affections, who will Xiaoning ultimately choose?

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Coffee, Do Me a Favor(커피야 부탁해)

2018South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveHidden IdentityNice Female LeadRomanceBest Friends RelationshipBody TransformationBoss-Employee RelationshipDeity Supporting CharacterFantasyMagicWebtoon Artist Female LeadWebtoon Artist Male Lead

Like She Was Pretty, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Hidden Identity, Nice Female Lead, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

'Coffee, Do Me A Favor' is a fantasy romantic comedy centered on Lee Seul Bi, a plus-sized girl whose beauty transforms after consuming enchanted coffee, and Im Hyun Woo, a charming webtoon creator who is skeptical about love until he encounters Lee Seul Bi.

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Vacation of Love Season 2(假日暖洋洋2)

2022China
ComedyDramaFirst LoveRomanceEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyMultiple CouplesSisters' Relationship

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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?