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Small Happiness

Taking place in the bustling financial hub of Shanghai, this television show follows the lives of three distinct families as they grapple with the emotional toll of sending their children overseas for a superior education.

Since the separation of Huang Fei Hong and Shi Shan Yi more than 150 years ago, their families have forbidden any future intermarriage to prevent potential misfortune. However, after a century and a half, their descendants find themselves living together once more. Can their children defy the longstanding family curse, or will this reunion spark yet another generation of conflict between the families?

Three families from diverse backgrounds encounter difficulties when sending their children overseas for studies

It is challenging to navigate life as a human, especially as a man, and even more so as a husband and father. Hong Tin Yam bears the responsibility of being the head of his family, which includes his son Hong Sai Hei and second wife Wong Dak Kiu. Their extended family, consisting of Wong Dak Wai, Wong Dak Lan, her husband, and two children, as well as their father, live nearby. Throughout the story, we witness the various struggles and challenges Hong Tin Yam faces, both mentally and emotionally, as he fulfills his role as a man.

Mung Ka Ka, Cho Mei Ngoh, and Hilary Ding Mui Hong are close friends who have a deep understanding of parenting. They offer guidance to Ko Wing Kuen on raising his daughter, emphasizing the importance of actions over mere words. As they navigate through this journey, they uncover potential hidden activities by their spouses.

According to popular belief, having an older family member at home is considered a valuable asset. However, in reality, many seniors often experience discrimination. The five main elderly characters in this show exemplify this, as they are frequently underestimated by their relatives, friends, and colleagues. After a chance meeting, they band together and form The Wicked League to seek revenge on those who have mistreated them. Through light-hearted dark humor, this series sheds light on the challenges faced by elderly individuals in today's society, aiming to encourage viewers to show more compassion and respect towards the elderly in their own lives.

Misako Yoneda, a 56-year-old mother-in-law, continues to behave like a daughter-in-law despite her age. When her son reveals his plans to marry Natsuko Fujisaki, a 35-year-old woman who enters their family through marriage, the dynamics of the well-known rice cracker shop change. This is a tale of the joyous and emotional moments shared between the two women - the mother and her daughter-in-law.

A man, his wife, and his sister-in-law reside together in the same household. Due to returning home late and feeling exhausted, they have decided to start preparing their own meals every day to cut costs. However, they are unsure about what kind of nutritious meals they can prepare at such a late hour.

Jin Wei has recently brought his wife, Jenny Jones, and their four-year-old son, Charlie King, back to his hometown of Beijing after being away for a decade. Upon returning to his family's courtyard, Jin Defang expressed great joy at having his eldest son's family back in China. However, this happiness unintentionally stirred feelings of jealousy among his second son, third son, and younger daughter.

Two options to choose from: 41 episodes on television or 39 episodes on television.

The plot revolves around a family navigating complex emotions and their dedication to the world of opera. This drama is inspired by the experiences of a Beijing Opera Troupe in Hebei over the last two decades of reform and opening up. (Baidu)

The story revolves around Ni Hao's romantic journey and the transformation of her relationship with her mother-in-law into a close friendship. After completing her education, Ni Hao secures a job at a law firm where she works under Xu Hui Zhong. They quickly develop a strong bond and Xu Hui Zhong introduces her son, Man Yi, to Ni Hao. As time passes, Ni Hao marries Man Yi and forms a close relationship with Xu Hui Zhong. However, their marriage faces challenges as they realize their idealized relationship does not match reality. While contemplating divorce, they are forced to set aside their issues when Grandma falls ill. During this time, Ni Hao discovers that true happiness may have been within reach all along.

Everyday escapades of a typical household.

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In the second installment, Ma Da Shuai, a previous leader of a rural village in the northern region who moved to the urban area, sets up a primary school specifically for migrant and orphaned kids and serves as its headmaster

After many years of dedication, Gu Xiao Meng, a talented high school teacher, and her husband, a designer named Lv Xiang, were able to purchase their own modest home. However, their new living situation became complicated when Lv Xiang's parents arrived in Beijing under the guise of a vacation, seeking medical treatment. Adding to the chaos, Gu Xiao Meng's mother, Liu Meiqin, and her younger brother, Gu Xiao Song, also arrived from Suzhou. Gu Xiao Song had been deceived by an agent in his pursuit to leave the country, resulting in him selling his house and leaving Liu Meiqin in the care of Gu Xiao Meng. With three additional family members now living with them, Gu Xiao Meng discovered she was pregnant, leading the couple to navigate a challenging life with their new responsibilities. Despite facing numerous obstacles in both their personal and professional lives, their unwavering commitment to love and family provided them with the strength to persevere. Through hard work and determination, they continued to strive for their ideal life.

After returning from a trip with her husband Ng Man Tak, cooking instructor Lo Siu Lai is surprised to discover that her young daughter Ng Choi Ni is living with a colleague Lau Tat Yan who is attracted to the same sex, while her divorced sister Lo Siu Mei is entangled in a romantic situation involving tenant Yau Kai and her ex-husband. Tak is forced to retire early and spends his days at home with nothing to occupy him. On the other hand, Lai is fortunate to have the chance to host a cooking program on television. Despite the sudden turn of events, Lai remains unfazed and determined to tackle each challenge with patience and dedication, even if Tak fails to appreciate it. The disagreements persist until Lai finally devises a clever solution to address Tak's concerns.

As children grow up, parents are concerned about their choices and guide them closely. However, as children mature, they must learn to be independent and parents must learn to loosen their grip. Families evolve over time, just as individuals do. The Chukot family, a typical average family, has always lived harmoniously together. Due to various events, the family dynamics have shifted, leading to the emergence of many contradictions.

KO YEE MAN, the owner of a pawn shop, is known for his commitment to helping others in times of need. However, he struggles to find solutions for his three children. His eldest son, KO WAI TING, and daughter-in-law, WAN YUN HAN, face challenges in their careers. KO YUE CHU, his second daughter, once found herself in a complicated situation but was rescued by her friend LAM FAT. The youngest daughter, KO YUE BO, is known for her lack of seriousness and tendency to gossip endlessly.

The narrative moves to a communal sauna, however, the tension between a controlling spouse and a meek yet conniving partner stays consistent with the original story.

After two years of their lottery win, Sugiura Haruka, Akiyama Keiko, and Kano Yuka have successfully navigated their families' financial crises and embarked on new beginnings. Despite their minimal lottery winnings, the three friends found themselves venting about their luck. When Yuka secured a new apartment, they all pitched in to help with the move.

Oniyome Nikki is based on a real-life story about a husband who faces daily abuse from his wife. The series will showcase the interactions between the couple, capturing both the hardships and the unintentionally humorous moments. Inspired by a blog post.

Nodoka Kuribayashi is a cartoonist who is facing challenges in her career. She relies on her husband, Tetsuya, to take care of household chores and their children while she focuses on her work. Tetsuya eventually reaches a breaking point and decides to file for divorce. In response, Nodoka decides to undergo training in homemaking in hopes of finding a new husband. Will she be able to enhance her skills and find love again? -- TBS

Mori Ari is a young girl who resides with her mother in an upscale apartment. When her mother announces plans to remarry and goes on a trip for the wedding and honeymoon, Ari refuses to accept her new stepfather. Determined to find her biological father during her mother's absence, Ari sets out on a quest to uncover the truth.

An incident at a construction site causes a man to accidentally collide with a young boy, leading to a divine intervention that switches their souls

The 2024 academic year kicks off, and the quirky families dive into another phase of joyful development. Without assistance from older relatives, Liu Xiang Shang and Dai Jing must balance their careers with parenting duties. Guo Ning goes to great lengths and employs various tactics to run for class monitor, while Guo Bao's overly relaxed demeanor exasperates their parents. To aid Dai Jing in her professional life, Liu Xiang Shang finds himself navigating parent associations, childcare groups, neighborhood discussions, and extracurricular organizations—so much so that he momentarily bans the term "group" at home. With Jing Ting Ting welcoming her third child, Yang Ming Biao finds his responsibilities increasing significantly: he must oversee his eldest son Fifteen's education while also caring for the newborn. Tension arises when Fifteen, following his graduation from middle school, expresses a wish to study abroad. In the meantime, Tang Xiao Wei decides to launch her own business with encouragement from Ma Ying Jie, who further complicates matters by suggesting reconciliation and the idea of having a second child. Xiao Wei feels uncertain due to Ma Ying Jie's laid-back attitude toward life. New developments emerge daily within these three families. Through various challenges, the parents gradually achieve harmony between their jobs and family life. Guo Ning successfully completes middle school, and the conflicts between Fifteen and Yang Ming Biao are resolved, allowing Fifteen to pursue his studies overseas. Ma Ying Jie secures a job and becomes increasingly busy, and before they realize it, all the children have matured.

Scheme to educate a young woman in gardening, environmentally-conscious graduate students are dedicated to uplifting the community of indigenous youth and their ancestors by embodying their values, passion, and struggles.

The situation at hand revolves around an inheritance dispute between two brothers, Tian Ding and Wang Cai. Tian Ding, the older brother, is clever and capable, but without a rightful heir to claim the inheritance. On the other hand, Wang Cai, the younger brother, may not excel in his endeavors but has a son named Xiao Ming who secures his inheritance rights. This family divide is further complicated by Xiao Ming's timid and easily bullied nature. Despite his usual timidity, Xiao Ming unexpectedly becomes involved in a gang altercation and saves the leader of the Jishi gang. Following the gang leader's subsequent imprisonment, Xiao Ming is appointed as the temporary leader. However, instead of transforming into a confident figure, Xiao Ming's inherent cowardice leads to comical chaos within the Jishi gang.

Seeking a young and attractive male figure to join the household for a period of six months. Accommodation and meals will be provided. Following the passing of their beloved mother, the wealthy yet vulnerable orphaned sisters find themselves at the mercy of their scheming great-aunt, who is determined to take control of their inheritance and evict them from their grand estate. In a bid to thwart their great-aunt's plans, the sisters enlist the help of a man to pose as their mother's recently remarried and tragically widowed husband. This strategy could deceive their great-aunt, if only their stepsister would stop trying to expose the truth and oust their new companion from the premises.

Since she was a child, Jia Jia has always believed that luck is not on her side and that things never seem to work out for her. Upon moving from her hometown to the city for work, she managed to accumulate some savings, only to fall victim to a scam orchestrated by her closest friend. Upon returning home, she made the decision to start afresh, eventually finding herself unexpectedly involved in the local political scene. Follow her journey as she tackles life's challenges and triumphs! (Douban)

In a serene coastal town in Chiayi, a well-regarded community figure named A Yu crosses paths with the wayward A Rong, who has returned after a prolonged absence. Their unexpected reunion during the lively temple festival takes a turn for the worse when A Rong, trying to evade his debtors, accidentally drops crucial camera film into the ocean. Forced to redo the lost photographs, A Rong reluctantly agrees to work alongside A Yu.

Pu Tao is a resilient young woman who learned to be self-reliant from a young age. Her father abandoned the family, and her mother left her at a boarding school to care for her autistic brother. After 17 years of no communication, her mother reappears, leaving Pu Tao to care for two autistic children and dealing with her father's sudden return. She must navigate the challenges of her parents' betrayal while also managing her own family issues.

The narrative follows a woman's journey as she endeavors to transform her life, mindset, and previous behaviors following her transition into marriage and motherhood

In a lesser-known crosstalk group at Beiwei Road Wanchun Association, the performers in the small venue represent all individuals: as they work on improving their skills, their understanding of crosstalk evolves, along with their attitudes towards fame, wealth, and the dynamics between performers and audiences. While on stage, they engage in playful banter and jest to achieve success. However, off stage, they exhibit humility, warmth, and acceptance towards one another. The statement, "There is no glory on stage, but there are rules off stage," exemplifies the unique and captivating nature of crosstalk, presented in a three-dimensional panoramic view.

The plot centers around Ko Hoi (Paul Chun) and his four daughters, whom he cherishes dearly. Following the loss of their mother when they were young, Ko Hoi not only looks after his daughters but also frets about their future happiness and love lives. The eldest daughter, Wasabi, tends to be unreasonable and hot-tempered, often clashing with her husband Kit Lo, who may not be wealthy but loves her deeply. Tracy, the second daughter, has been in a long-term relationship with her boyfriend Ken and even works with him at a company they co-own. Bobo, the third sister, has high standards for men and is quite selective, leading to frequent changes in her partner. Meanwhile, Polly, the youngest sister and a university student, attracts a lot of attention from admirers due to her beauty and charm. The arrival of Kelvin and Ming, two best friends with contrasting personalities, is set to shake things up for the Ko family. Kelvin, a charismatic sales manager, excels in interpersonal skills, while Ming, a humble office worker, is sincere and ambitious but has faced setbacks in his career. These two young men are about to make a significant impact on the lives of the Ko women.

The tale revolves around the second daughter of a courageous woman who inherited a dilapidated house in Nariyuki, along with her five sisters who are not interested in marriage for various reasons, and their father who has a total of six daughters. The six sisters constantly bring about chaotic situations that affect the entire family, leading to a series of entertaining and amusing events centered on the anxieties and happiness surrounding marriage within the lively and humorous large family.

Based on an essay titled "Kippari! -Transform Yourself in 5 Minutes-" by Kamioka Tome, the drama faced a setback due to a drug-related issue involving actor Taishu Kase. As a result, the series initially aired with fewer episodes before being cancelled. However, it was later reintroduced on October 6, 2008, and concluded on October 31, 2008, with the full original episode count.

The unfeeling Andromedan duo, mother Cai Xiao Ying and daughter Li Li Li, who separated on Earth, must reunite when Li ties the knot with human Meng for an intergalactic exploration. Cai, lacking funds and insisting on being accommodated, moves in with them, creating a sarcastic family dynamic alongside Meng’s clueless father, as they face comical situations and challenges together.

A man in his forties who has gone through a divorce leads a tranquil life in the urban area. He finds joy and fulfillment in cultivating plants on his balcony.