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Strangers Again

Following a difficult split during their college years, they cross paths once more in a work-related setting and find themselves caught up in each other's lives. Can they overcome their miscommunications? (PaofuDramaTV YouTube)

Narita Misao is a new employee at a company and has a dislike for her colleague, Ichikawa Kazuya, due to his straightforward nature. Despite this, a particular event causes Narita Misao to start feeling romantically towards him. Ichikawa Kazuya also begins to develop feelings for her, leading them to start a romantic relationship. However, Narita Misao later discovers that Ichikawa Kazuya is already engaged to his girlfriend, leaving her feeling perplexed and questioning his intentions.

Jin Hee, who worked as a dietitian, enjoyed a fulfilling life until she crossed paths with medical student Chang Min

The narrative follows a team of inexperienced attorneys who uphold principles of equity and righteousness. Over the course of a five-month internship, intense conflicts were documented. The plot unfolded through various legal cases that were strategically arranged. It delved into the work ethic and courtroom demeanor of the lawyers, as well as showcased the competitive dynamics among the rookie attorneys, capturing the contrasting experiences of camaraderie and rivalry within law firms.

Chen Jiong is disheartened by his parents' divorce, which has made him apprehensive about love and marriage

Thrifty father Song Young Dal and his spouse Jang Ok Boon have four grown children: stunt performer Joon Sun, homemaker Ga Hee, pediatric doctor Na Hee, and intern Da Hee

Doctor Cha Mi Rae is a mother to a daughter. One day, she receives a diagnosis of an uncommon cancer and learns that she has approximately a year left to live. In light of this, she reaches out to her first love, Kim Yeol. To ensure the best for her daughter, she endeavors to help Yeol become the ideal father.

After producing a popular documentary during their high school years, two former romantic partners find themselves back in front of the camera and entangled in each other's lives. Choi Woong may appear carefree and inexperienced, but he is yearning for something meaningful in his life. Kook Yeon Soo, once focused on academic success, now navigates adulthood with determination and adaptability. This story is inspired by the webtoon "Our Beloved Summer" by Lee Naeun and Han Kyoung Chal, offering a unique perspective on their high school experiences a decade before the events of the drama series. The webtoon delves into their initial meeting, growing connection, and blossoming romance in a way not explored in the show's sequel.

The show centers around a made-up character in Hong Kong known as Tony Cheung (played by Adam Cheng). Cheung, a Senior Counsel, gained fame for winning 31 consecutive legal cases using questionable (yet ethical) methods. He is also infamous for representing shady businessman Richard Ngai (portrayed by Bill Chan). Cheung's dedication to his career has caused him to drift apart from his family and romantic partners. His daughter, Stephanie Cheung (played by Leila Tong), particularly resents him for his legal strategies and neglect of family life. However, everything changes when Richard betrays him in a legal case. After being fired by Richard for refusing to participate in a bribery scheme, Tony loses his girlfriend Sophie So (played by Anne Heung) and spirals into alcoholism. Following an assault incident, Tony is sentenced to community service and starts to rediscover his lost principles with the help of Jong Hiu Wai (played by Louisa So).

Career-oriented judge Ko Hei Man is supported by her husband Kot Kwok Kwong in her professional endeavors, allowing her to focus on her work. The couple has a son named Ah B. In the courtroom, Man upholds the belief that everyone is equal under the law, approaching challenges with confidence. At home, Man leaves household responsibilities to her husband. Man forms a friendship with Ho Sau Sau, and also encounters Ho Shi Fu, a man with a questionable reputation. Despite being sued multiple times, Fu tries to make amends with Man, unaware that Sau is his estranged daughter. A DNA test later reveals that Sau and Man were switched at birth, and that Fu is actually Man's father.

Explains the efforts of attorneys in the pursuit of fairness and honesty

Young Hoon and Hyun Soo cross paths for the first time during a shared taxi ride, where Young Hoon is caught off guard by not having enough money to cover his portion of the fare. They reunite when Young Hoon begins working at a wedding venue where Hyun Soo is already employed. Despite their initial animosity and frequent arguments, their relationship eventually blossoms into love.

Hae Jung is the oldest among four sisters, showing kindness and generosity towards her younger siblings despite being their half-sister. On the other hand, Yu Jin, the second sister, is driven and direct, with strong feelings for family friend Young Hoon, leading to various complications. The third sister, Yu Mi, values wealth and accepts a proposal from a wealthy man despite being involved with another more suitable partner. Lastly, YuSun, the youngest sister, is a high school student with a heart condition and harbors a passionate love for her high school teacher. Over the years, each sister grapples with finding true love, facing conflicts and challenges along the way, but always remaining loyal to each other.

The setting of the drama takes place in the 1970s, a time dominated by poverty but also filled with hope and happiness within families. The main characters are Suk Jin and Chul Jin, two brothers full of youth and spirit, along with Min Joo, Yun Shil's love interest, who face various challenges in life. As they navigate through these obstacles, the drama explores the endless potential of youth, considered the most beautiful phase of life. (SBS)

The drama follows the journey of Su Xiao Ying, a teenager with exceptional taste buds, as she embarks on a culinary adventure alongside the talented chef, Ji Shi. Together, they chase after their dreams, discover the essence of food, and create a heartfelt love story. (Douban)

Xiao Ju, a cheerful and hardworking young woman, decides to leave her hometown to get married and move to the city. However, upon arriving at her fianc 's house, she is shocked to learn that he has passed away. Despite facing numerous challenges, Xiao Ju perseveres and eventually finds work to support herself. She lands a job at a company where the CEO is known for being cold and distant. Through her kindness and positive attitude, Xiao Ju is able to warm the CEO's heart. While Xiao Ju's main goal is to earn money for her family, complications arise when her late fianc 's nephew develops feelings for her.

In a naval military district located in Qingdao, the head of the Naval Artillery School, Cong, and his wife, Yang Tao, organized a social event for the officers to help them find suitable partners. Their main goal was to assist the senior officers in addressing their personal marriage concerns. One of the officers, Jiang De Fu, was highly respected by Principal Cong. Upon the recommendation of the couple, Jiang De Fu met a young and attractive woman named An Jie at the event, and they developed a strong affection for each other. Despite Jiang De Fu appearing older than his age, An Jie was not bothered by it at all. Due to An Jie's modest family background, Jiang De Fu provided continuous support to her and her family. Over time, An Jie realized that Jiang De Fu, despite his rugged appearance, was actually a charming and clever individual.

Wu Gong and Jiang Li, once married but now divorced, find themselves working together in the same company by a stroke of luck. Jiang Li becomes Wu Gong's boss, leading to a series of humorous conflicts. Meanwhile, Wu Gong's sister, Wu Lin Fei, and her ex-husband, Qiu Dong Yang, publicly reveal their hidden love and marriage. Witnessing the dedication of this young couple in love inspires Wu Gong and Jiang Li to reconcile and give their relationship another chance. Despite facing challenges, they overcome them with love and ultimately find happiness together.

Ever dreamt of tying the knot with a millionaire? Just add in one "Average Joe," gather seven other selected women, and let the television network finance your dream. Han Eun Young works diligently as a bank clerk, grappling with debt caused by her stepmother and sister. Kim Young Hoon embodies the typical everyman, providing for his father, older brother, sister-in-law, and younger sibling. When producer Yoo Jin Ha takes on the "Marry a Millionaire" project with reluctance, he embarks on a quest to find the perfect candidate to convincingly portray the millionaire. Kim Young Hoon fits the criteria, skillfully concealing his true working-class background behind an illusion of wealth. Unbeknownst to Eun Young, who has been chosen for the show, her supposed millionaire is merely an ordinary worker. Yet, she begins to see through the deception.

Six years in the past, Yuan Fei left her immature boyfriend, Hao Jian Ren, on their wedding day when he failed to appear. After six years, they cross paths once more. Yuan Fei is now a single mother focused on her career, and she is also Jian Ren's superior at work. Their relationship becomes complicated when a flirtatious man named Wen Hao Ran enters the scene. Yuan Fei is faced with a decision between her former immature boyfriend, Jian Ren, and Hao Ran, who may be prepared for a serious relationship.

Renowned attorney Fang Cheng makes a comeback, this time navigating through a world of dangerous power struggles and exciting criminal cases while representing her former student, Yu Chih Chi, at the prestigious Jingqin Law Firm. With her clever legal aide Chiang Chih Chien by her side and her ex-spouse Chao Li Ting joining forces, Fang Cheng is prepared to fiercely advocate for justice. However, as they dig deeper into their cases, they uncover hidden truths and unexpected betrayals that could potentially drive them apart. While achieving success after success in the courtroom, Fang Cheng and her team find themselves entangled in a corrupt network of political scheming and personal tragedies.

Childhood friends Liao Yun Cheng and Tong Nian fell in love during their time at university but separated due to misunderstandings. Years later, destiny brought them back together, although their lives had taken different paths. Tong Nian's company was acquired by Liao Yun Cheng's firm, leading them to work together as colleagues. Upon discovering that Tong Nian had remained single, Liao Yun Cheng made it his mission to win her back. To prevent any misunderstandings, he created an online persona to connect with Tong Nian and supported her during difficult times. They faced workplace challenges and stood up against harassment, working together to overcome obstacles. In the end, Liao Yun Cheng successfully regained Tong Nian's affections, and the couple found happiness together. (WeTV)

Based on the online fiction "Guo Fen Ye" written by Niao Song Mi.

After five years since the tragic murder of Zhou Jing Wei's sister and his own injury while protecting Ruan Xia, his mother places the blame on her, expressing hatred towards Ruan Xia. Feeling deserted, Ruan Xia vanishes while carrying his unborn child. Presently, Ruan Xia makes a comeback to China in the company of her best friend's spouse and daughter. Zhou Jing Wei, under the impression that she is wedded with kids, rediscovers his affection for her, yet misunderstandings hinder their reunion. What lies ahead for them?

Jiang Wan Zhi and Ximen Li Chen, the prince of a prominent research family, were secretly in love with each other. Their relationship lasted for three months during college before they parted ways for three years. Jiang Wan Zhi was coerced into marrying the wealthy playboy of the Fu family. On a rainy night, she drove her fiancé and former lover to a hotel, only to discover that the distinguished man in the luxurious car they collided with was her ex-boyfriend whom she had previously rejected.

After a car accident, the once authoritative president Sheng Nan Fang woke up with almost six years of memories missing. To his surprise, the world around him had undergone significant changes. Previously a prominent CEO, Sheng Nan Fang now found himself in a situation where Su Shao Yan, once a common girl with nothing, had discovered her biological father and assumed the role of CEO at Tiangi Group. In order to save the struggling Sheng family, Sheng Nan Fang had no choice but to enter into a "marriage" with Su Shao Yan, who would act as his "husband-in-law".

Kim Min Jun, a 30-year-old professional working in an office, finds himself trapped in the monotonous routine of his job from 9 to 5 and senses that there is a void in his life. With each passing year, he experiences a growing pressure to achieve more, yet he feels stuck in a rut. Unexpectedly, his ex-boyfriend Jin Hwan, who he has not seen in 8 years, emerges as a new colleague at his workplace. Jin Hwan retains his allure and self-assurance, leaving Min Jun feeling like he has not moved on since their separation. Despite his determination to keep his personal history from affecting his work life, Min Jun struggles to remain focused as Jin Hwan appears to have ulterior motives.

A woman who values true love and desires a faithful marriage meets a womanizer who elicits mixed emotions in women. Will she compromise her beliefs and become one of his conquests in the fight for his affection? Or will she manage to turn him into a faithful spouse?

Illustrator Okusawa Ritsu and salesman Ikegami Fumiya meet at a quaint coffee shop and soon develop feelings for each other. However, their relationship faces challenges due to their differing lifestyles. Following a disagreement, Ritsu leaves and ends up in an accident that causes him to lose his memory of Fumiya. Determined to rekindle their romance, Fumiya decides to keep their past a secret and takes Ritsu on a journey to revisit their old memories. As they revisit their shared experiences, Fumiya grapples with his emotions while Ritsu finds himself falling for Fumiya once again, despite his amnesia.

The story focuses on the naivety of young people and the complexities of emotions. Following a brief yet intense romance, the main character realizes that her previous love has not entirely faded. As she struggles to move on from her past relationship, fate intervenes and reunites them unexpectedly.

During her boyfriend's great-uncle's birthday celebration, she is shocked to discover that the special guest is actually her former boyfriend. It has been two years since they ended their relationship...

Sing Ming and Nam Cheuk Si established a law practice together and brought in two additional attorneys -- Lo Sou and Yu Do Cheun. Despite their differences, the four men share a strong bond. Known for their sharp legal skills, they have a winning track record in court that has earned them the admiration of many female clients. Unfortunately, the firm faces a crisis involving financial misconduct. To navigate through this challenging time, four female attorneys with diverse backgrounds join forces with the original partners. These new additions include Ku Ka Ying, who has a history of conflict with Sou, Sung Lai Sa, a wealthy young wife, Ku Ka Man, a housewife representing her husband's interests, and the attractive and youthful Yau Mat. As the group grapples with challenges both in their professional and personal lives, they uncover a surprising revelation - there is a mastermind pulling the strings behind the scenes at the law firm.

In court, the renowned lawyers Yu Ying Wai and Lee Ming Yeung found themselves on opposing sides. Ying Wai's desperate pursuit of victory in a case nearly cost him his life, leading to a profound change in his outlook. Noticing this transformation, experienced lawyer Lo Sam Bo offered Ying Wai a position at his law firm as a probate lawyer. Meanwhile, Yeung, burdened by debt, returned to work at his mentor Sum Yik Wor's law firm, where he teamed up with Wor's daughter and fellow lawyer Sum Yut Kan. Yeung seized an opportunity to win Kan's affection, as she was in a long-standing but unrequited relationship with the wealthy Sung Ka Yiu, who prioritized material wealth over ambition. As a will-related case unfolded in court, presided over by Wai's ex-wife and Yeung's ex-girlfriend Luk Sze Ying, the two adversaries crossed paths once again. Together, they uncovered a hidden aspect to the case involving Wai's apprentice Ching Ka Ming, whose involvement was crucial. Their legal maneuvers navigated a crisis of life and death.

This is the tale of Ichikawa Kazuya and Narita Misao, who decided to go their separate ways and spend four years apart. During this time, Kazuya struggled to connect with his new partner and found himself unable to shake thoughts of Misao. Meanwhile, Misao threw herself into her work. Kazuya's boss, Deno Tsukasa, was promoted to general manager at a young age. One evening, Tsukasa followed a cat to a bar where he encountered a mysterious woman named Nao. Despite their mutual attraction, Tsukasa and Nao kept their true feelings hidden as they pursued a clandestine relationship.

In the midst of turmoil, four individuals - Choi Jong Hyuk, Kim Ji Hyun, Heo Min Kyung, and Lee Kang Wook - navigate the complexities of love and relationships. Ji Hyun, a television scriptwriter, crosses paths with plastic surgeon Kang Wook during a trip to Thailand. Kang Wook, set to marry dermatologist Min Kyung, finds himself drawn to Ji Hyun, who is engaged to chaebol heir Jong Hyuk. As forbidden feelings emerge between Ji Hyun and Kang Wook, the drama delves into the ensuing conflict involving their respective partners and their growing connection.

Jang Mi Young was a content mother of two and happily married until she discovered that her husband was unfaithful. This revelation led to their divorce, resulting in her ex-husband and his new wife receiving custody of the children. Mi Young now faces the challenge of starting anew and revitalizing her career after spending years as a homemaker. Luckily, she has the support of a charming younger friend, Nam KyungSoo, who feels compassion for her situation and is eager to assist her in regaining her independence.

"Operation Love" follows the journey of a man who journeys through time to alter his destiny with his first love, who is on the verge of marrying someone else in the present. (Soompi)

Xu Jie embarks on a new journey at Mingtang Law Firm, where she is assigned to handle a bribery case involving Chen Wen Guang, a respected senior partner

Five years ago, Min Hui took on the role of Xin Qi's childhood friend to support him through the loss of his friend, all the while concealing her deepening feelings for him

Du Kai Qi is a single woman who enjoys reading comic books and working as a chef at the upscale French restaurant Figaro Cuisine

Will Long Ri Yi and Zhang Jing Mei be able to move past their feelings of responsibility for Long Hai Yi's accident? Can their love withstand the challenges they encounter, such as Long Ri Yi's grandfather's disapproval of their relationship? Long Ri Yi's family holds a hidden truth – what will occur when the press uncovers it?

The intelligent and resolute Liu Mian Tang, the inaugural ruler of Yang Shan, guided the inhabitants of Yang Shan in punishing the malevolent, promoting virtue, and upholding righteousness. Despite facing severe injuries from multiple evil forces, she was saved by Cui Xing Zhou, the Prince of Huai Yang. Upon regaining consciousness, Liu Mian Tang had no recollection of Yang Shan and mistakenly believed Cui Xing Zhou to be her husband Cui Jiu. As their true identities loomed closer to being revealed, could they confront the truth and endure the ensuing challenges with honesty? (WeTV)

Upon awakening, Gu Wan Yi, who had no recollection of the past five years, regarded her husband, Lu Ting Zhi, with disdain. However, as he observed his wife, who appeared to be a changed person, Lu Ting Zhi's feelings towards her shifted from irritation to admiration. He also came to realize that Gu Wan Yi was the person who had risked losing a leg to save him five years earlier.

With a cool and strategic demeanor, Lu Cen Yang is a prosperous CEO who doesn't shy away from seeking retribution against those who have crossed him. However, when he crosses paths with the talented heiress Bu Ran, he encounters a formidable adversary. Despite their chilly first encounter, as they spend more time together, they gradually become impressed by each other's skills. Yet, as Cen Yang delves deeper, he discovers that Ran is more than meets the eye. As they navigate the complexities of their relationship, will their undeniable chemistry lead to love or disaster?

Chong Yang from the Yongye Clan is tired of living forever and decides to plant the Noctrose flower in an attempt to end his life. However, the flower refuses to bloom until he crosses paths with Ji Nan Xing, a young woman from the Yan Clan who is cursed to die at a young age. In order to survive, Ji Nan Xing must marry Chong Yang. As one seeks death and the other fights to live, their destinies become intertwined in a powerful story of love, sacrifice, and redemption.

Sayaka Ogino, a devoted editor at a women's fashion magazine, appears to have a flawless life with her supportive partner, Kazuma

Hye Yoon is quite pragmatic and aspires to marry Jung Hoon, who genuinely cares for her. She desires a simple, everyday life. However, as she prepares for the wedding, she encounters numerous challenges. The situation escalates into a family dispute when Hye Yoon's mother, Deul Ja, and Jung Hoon's mother, Eun Kyung, become involved. This ultimately leads to a deterioration of the relationship between Hye Yoon and Jung Hoon, making the family conflict unresolvable. Will Hye Yoon be able to walk down the aisle with Jung Hoon as she hopes? Meanwhile, Nurse Hye Jin becomes pregnant after having an affair with a married doctor, Do Hyun, and eventually weds him. She believed that marriage would bring her happiness, but her husband betrays her just as he did with his previous partner. Hye Jin ultimately chooses to end her marriage, abandoning her fairy tale life, and begins the process of divorce... Can we have a wedding like everyone else? (jTBC)

Cheon Ji Hun is a lawyer known for his unique style, including a fashionable perm. Despite his exceptional skills, his fee is only 1,000 won. He often goes up against high-priced lawyers and their wealthy clients who try to break the law. Baek Ma Ri has been working as a Prosecutor's Assistant since completing her studies at the Judicial Research and Training Institute. Confident and self-assured, she also practices law at her grandfather's prestigious Baek Law Firm. Ma Ri's life takes a turn when she crosses paths with Cheon Ji Hun.