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Sin Ha Ri, a single woman, develops feelings for her male friend, only to be disheartened when she discovers he is already in a relationship. She crosses paths with Jin Yeong Seo, a wealthy heiress, who offers Sin Ha Ri money to go on a blind date in her place. Sin Ha Ri reluctantly agrees, anticipating rejection. To her surprise, her blind date turns out to be Kang Tae Mu, the CEO of her company. Kang Tae Mu, fed up with his grandfather's matchmaking, decides to marry the next woman he encounters to put an end to the meddling. That woman happens to be Sin Ha Ri, posing as Jin Yeong Seo. The following day, Kang Tae Mu contacts her and proposes marriage.

Joo Joong Won, the miserly and avaricious head of Kingdom, a large conglomerate that encompasses a prominent department store and a hotel, encounters the melancholic Tae Gong Shil, who began to see ghosts following an accident. Their lives shift dramatically as they collaborate to confront the fear and sorrow caused by the apparitions, while also investigating a kidnapping case from Joong Won's past. Unbeknownst to them, they gradually develop feelings for one another.

In need of help for her illness, a mediocre actress battling leukemia forms a connection with a corporate executive. To speed up her bone marrow transplant and resume her acting career, Xia Lin agrees to a clandestine marriage with Ling Yi Zhou, a CEO. Despite facing plots and confusion, the couple eventually discover genuine love. (ChineseDrama.info) Inspired by the online novel "Game of Wealthy: Private Sweethearts" by Chun Fei Yi Du.

The drama revolves around Kim Joo Won, a proud and quirky CEO who projects an image of flawless perfection, and Gil Ra Im, a modest and struggling stuntwoman admired for her beauty and physique by leading actresses. Their chance encounter, during which Joo Won mistakes Ra Im for the actress Park Chae Rin, initiates a tumultuous and argumentative relationship, in which Joo Won grapples with his growing feelings for Ra Im, a situation that both perplexes and unsettles him. To further complicate the situation, an unusual turn of events leads to them switching bodies.

Two women, both named O Hae Yeong, frequently find their lives intertwined due to their identical names. Their journey begins with misunderstandings involving boys and academic performance during high school and continues as they end up in the same field and workplace as adults, leading to constant encounters. Adding to the complexity is a man who possesses the ability to foresee the future, and he must choose which of the two women he wants to include in his life. Will these women remain caught up in each other's lives? Or will they eventually carve out their own identities and break free from their entanglement? (Apple TV)

Their families arranged for them to marry, but they both fled to avoid it. However, they coincidentally met again and agreed to pretend to be married to appease their families. Little did they know that their pretend marriage would turn into a real one, and they ended up falling in love with each other. Their love grew sweeter with time.

Once an outsider in society, Su Jia Nan has managed to establish a thriving career as a writer, putting her difficult history behind her. However, her aspirations are jeopardized when she becomes involved in a dispute over a family inheritance. In a bid to resolve their respective family issues, she seeks help from Lu Bo Yan, a former bully from high school who is now a successful CEO. In a last-ditch effort to escape their problems, they agree to a fake marriage contract. But as they navigate through the complexities of their arrangement, they are forced to confront their pasts and unexpected emotions.

Xiao Da, known for her wild ways, impulsively decides to support Cen Yu financially upon learning about his family's financial troubles. Despite harboring feelings for him since their school days, she had refrained from getting too close, assuming he was in love with her sister. On the other hand, her family arranges her engagement to the heir of the Duan family, but she rebels against it, determined to follow her heart.

This series follows the story of a strong female CEO and a caring doctor who decide to turn their fake relationship into a real love story out of necessity. As they exchange vows, they begin a journey of exploration together. Lu Fang Ning is introduced as the competent manager of Luning Group, a well-known furniture company. Despite her skills, beauty, and wealth, she faces pressure from her family as she nears her thirties, prompting her to seek a husband and start a family. Ling Rui, a handsome and kind-hearted surgeon, catches her eye as a suitable partner. Through manipulation, Lu Fang Ning convinces Ling Rui to marry her. However, she soon realizes her mistakes and works on improving herself, though maintaining the marriage proves to be more challenging than expected.

Xu Chun Chun, a mistreated daughter from a wealthy silk-producing family, draws the interest of the Zhou family, renowned tea traders. They suggest a union with their son, Zhou Jun Jue. Despite her initial hesitation, she agrees in order to break free from her oppressive stepmother. To her surprise, when she seeks a divorce, she learns that Zhou Jun Jue has developed genuine feelings for her.

Office worker Ye Wan Ge finds herself in a peculiar situation after a car accident, where she wakes up as a character in a story. Believing she can return to reality by matchmaking the male lead, Feng Mu Chen, and the virtuous female lead, Lu Wan Qing, Ye Wan Ge faces repeated failures. It becomes clear that she must fulfill the life quests within the story in order to truly leave. (iQiyi)

This narrative centers around three women who were members of the Bongo group during their time at the Seoul Mansion apartment complex. Although they have distinct professions—a renowned actress and singer, a culinary enthusiast working as an airline stewardess, and a diligent young lawyer—they maintain a strong bond of friendship. While they seem to be thriving, their lives in their thirties in the vibrant city of Seoul are marked by significant pressure. They long to revisit the simplicity of their teenage years, seek romance, and value their lasting friendship.

The plot centers on He Qiao Yan, the CEO of Heshi Group, and Qin Yi Yue, a child therapist

Yin Ding Qiang and Qiao Yu Bei were once a couple in love. However, when Ding Qiang becomes consumed with work, Yu Bei decides to end the relationship and embark on a journey far away. After many years, Ding Qiang becomes overwhelmed with his work and decides to take a long vacation in search of love. During his vacation, Ding Qiang is pursued by a wealthy woman. In order to escape her advances, he pretends to be in a relationship with a stranger named Pan Xiao Nuo. As Ding Qiang tries to make his escape, Xiao Nuo gets caught up in his life. Xiao Nuo soon realizes that behind Ding Qiang's aloof exterior, lies a kind heart. She decides to help him reunite with Yu Bei, who is now in love with a young designer named Lu Sen. Lu Sen also has feelings for Yu Bei but keeps them hidden due to a secret. Will Ding Qiang find true love, and will Lu Sen be able to reveal his feelings to Yu Bei? These four individuals bravely navigate life in pursuit of their own happiness. May they find everlasting love and joy!

A man and a woman share an extraordinary destiny: whenever one experiences joy, the other faces adversity

Bong Sun, a timid and self-doubting young woman, becomes inhabited by the spirit of a passionate virgin

Do Min Ik is a smart, detail-oriented individual with a tough exterior, serving as the Chief of Team 1 at T&T Mobile Media

Song Yao possesses a unique talent: the power to captivate affluent men and make them fall in love with her simply by gazing into her eyes. She has utilized this gift to manipulate wealthy individuals and guide them towards positive change. However, when she encounters Ji Cheng Chuan, also known as Qin Hao, a fraudulent pretender to a prominent business empire, a battle of intelligence ensues. The question remains: who will emerge victorious in this clash of hearts and minds? (Viki)

A financially strained man and a homeless woman become roommates in a narrative that explores the concept of marriage and the challenges faced by the younger generation today. Nam Se Hui is a single man in his late 30s who has opted to remain unmarried. He possesses a home, yet he carries a significant mortgage debt. On the other hand, Yun Ji Ho is a single woman in her early 30s who does not own property and feels envious of those who do. Due to her financial difficulties, she has decided to stop dating. Yun Ji Ho moves into Nam Se Hui's house, and they become housemates.

Michaela Choi, a hopeful musical theater actress, possesses the unique gift of perceiving the lifespans of others and is aware that her own time is finite. Upon encountering Lee Do Ha, the director of a cultural foundation, she learns that her life clock halts in his presence. He is the sole person capable of prolonging her life, enabling her to chase her aspirations. However, Do Ha soon becomes aware that Michaela is embedding herself into his life to remain near him, prompting him to contemplate how to deal with this unexpected complication.

Do Do Hee is the heiress of the Future Group and holds a cynical view towards love, trusting no one. She enters into a contract marriage with a demon named Jung Gu Won, who can extend his life by striking dangerous yet enticing deals with humans facing difficult circumstances. However, after 200 years of looking down on humans, Jung Gu Won loses his powers upon getting involved with Do Do Hee. In order to avoid his own demise, he must now protect Do Do Hee, who has inadvertently absorbed all of his powers.

Liu Xiao Bei, a cheerful individual from a humble background, crosses paths with Xiang Tian Qi, a wealthy and intelligent CEO of a hotel chain. Due to a series of unfortunate events, Xiang Tian Qi loses his memory after an accident. Liu Xiao Bei and her family decide to help him by welcoming him into their village and giving him a new identity as Liu Xiao Yu. As they live together and face the challenges of village life, their bond deepens. However, complications arise when Xiang Tian Qi's best friend and fiancee discover him in the village and his memories start to resurface.

Bei Er Duo, a regular girl with aspirations of pursuing voice acting in Japan, faces pressure from her mother to wed a wealthy suitor

An Ning, a talented chef who possesses the unique gift of viewing the memories of others, aids her employer, Long Hao Qian, in regaining a year's worth of forgotten memories

Mu Wan Qing, an accomplished CEO, ties the knot with Liu Qing, a former soldier currently seeking employment

Kim Sin was formerly an invincible general in the Goryeo army who met a tragic end. Now, he has gained immortality but feels weary of existence as he watches those around him age and perish. For 900 years, he has sought out his destined bride, a mortal who is capable of withdrawing the sword and liberating him from his eternal life. One day, he crosses paths with Ji Eun Tak, a cheerful and optimistic high school girl who can see spirits and has endured her own hardships yet remains resilient. She asserts that she is the Goblin's bride who can bring an end to his immortality, but what seems like a simple resolution becomes increasingly complicated as they fall in love.

Li Fu Zhu, a 19-year-old with a passion for comic books and struggling academically, stumbles into the fictional Yunlai Kingdom from the comic she is engrossed in. Mistaken as the celestial fairy who accidentally descends from the heavens, she is seen as the savior of Yunlai and is treated as an equal to the young Emperor Yun Yi. Armed with limited knowledge, Li Fu Zhu attempts to assist in the prosperity and strength of the kingdom but becomes entangled in the power struggles among corrupt officials. As she encounters the aloof Emperor Yun Yi, a remarkable journey filled with laughter and love unfolds.

Since ancient times, humans have been engaged in battles against creatures known as monsters, who have been living among them in disguise. Following the victory of the human race, the monsters, referred to as "Yaozu," agreed to cease using their special powers and submit to unified governance. As a result, a joint organization was established by both mankind and their former enemies to oversee both parties. This organization is known as "Mountains and Rivers," or "Shan hai Jing of the mountains and rivers" in Chinese.

Benjamin Yuen is an executive producer at a planning firm who faces the challenges and expectations set by his superior, as well as the grievances of his team members. His daily workload leaves him drained until a near-death experience prompts paramedic Natalie Tong to save his life with CPR. Benjamin discovers that he can prolong his life by kissing others to absorb their time. Using this newfound ability to his advantage, he witnesses significant changes in his professional life, relationships, and family dynamics. However, his actions have unintended consequences for Natalie, resulting in her fiancé disappearing and her missing her own wedding. In an effort to help her recover, Benjamin takes over Yeung Chiu Hoi's coffee shop, where he meets barista Hubert Wu and reconnects with his childhood friend Rebecca Zhu, a pole dancing instructor who harbors feelings for him. Despite Benjamin's growing affection for Natalie, their relationship is complicated by his need to prolong his life, leading to a dilemma of unrequited love and longing.

Zhao Nuan Nuan, a talented comic artist with a strong passion for becoming China's top original comic artist, has faced multiple setbacks in her career. Feeling discouraged, she agrees to a blind date, but mistakenly identifies Gu Yi Chen as her date. Despite her perpetual bad luck, Nuan Nuan discovers that being near Gu Yi Chen brings her good fortune. Determined to change her luck, she disguises herself as a man to work as a cleaner in Gu Yi Chen's office. Little does she know, Gu Yi Chen has a rare allergy to physical contact with the opposite gender.

In the midst of a high-speed pursuit on a motorboat, local police officer Wong Tai Mui is swept up into a waterspout that serves as a portal through time. She finds herself transported back to 19th century Hong Kong during the Qing dynasty. There, she encounters a Cantonese pirate named Cheng Yat, along with his wife Shek Giu and their adopted son Cheung Po Tsai. Despite their skepticism about her sudden appearance, Tai Mui uses her knowledge of the future to help them escape a dangerous naval battle against the Qing fleet led by Prince Man Ho. Meanwhile, in Beijing's Imperial Palace, Consorts Yim and Shun scheme to increase their own power while manipulating Prince Man Ho. Disillusioned with the political intrigue and family conflicts, Prince Man Ho decides to leave the palace and abandon his aspirations for the throne. As a waterspout forms over the Canton Sea during a solar eclipse, Po Tsai assists Tai Mui in accessing the time portal that will return her to the 21st century. In a selfless act, he joins her on the journey back to the future.

After a fortune teller predicted that Luo Si Yi would never marry, she made a bet to prove them wrong. She vowed to find a husband within a year or else pay the fortune teller a hefty sum. While preparing for her dates, she also found herself gearing up to assist her strict boss, Gao Cheng Kuan, who is known for his tough management style. Luo must navigate her love life while meeting the demands of her boss, or risk being single and in debt.

The ambitious CEO of Go Food, Keung Tai Mo Tyson, decides to give in to his grandfather's matchmaking and go on a blind date. At the same time, Suen Ho Lee Hollie, a junior employee at Go Food, reluctantly agrees to go on a blind date on behalf of her friend Chan Ying Shu. A love story unfolds between the high-ranking executive and the lowly staff member after their unexpected blind date. Meanwhile, Tyson's assistant Cheung ShingDong Frankie and Chan Ying Shu, the daughter of a wealthy man, find love at first sight. As their relationships progress, they will share many memorable moments in this heartwarming romantic comedy. (Makerville.hk)

As a result of Tong Zhi Yuan's father being incarcerated and her mother passing away, she found herself in a situation akin to that of Cinderella - pure and vulnerable. Eventually, she ends up marrying a prosperous man from Thailand.

Li Li is inadvertently causing trouble at work, leading to the dismissal of four colleagues. However, her manager, Qiao Yi Qiao, steps in to assist and together they decide to launch a new company. They secure a rundown four-story building and encounter Yang Wei, who is physically agile but lacks intelligence. The interactions between these six unique personalities in the workplace result in a series of humorous situations as they strive to build their careers.

After twelve years since his fatal car accident, Sung Hae Sung miraculously reappears, looking exactly the same as he did before, without having aged at all. With the support of his friends and his first love, Jong Won, Hae Sung embarks on a journey to rectify the situation for his family and uncover the enigmas surrounding both his death and his return to life.

Xia Nuan Nuan, the owner of numerous properties, was deceived by her boyfriend who was unaware of her true background. Xie Jin, the CEO of Xie Group, disguised himself as a delivery person to avoid a blind date and accidentally collided with Xia Nuan Nuan, who recognized him as her savior. They quickly tied the knot and both pretended to be financially struggling to conceal their identities. Through a series of events, the couple eventually found happiness together.

Gong Ah Jung, an official at the Ministry of Culture with a level 5 designation, finds herself caught in a tangle of deception after she inadvertently claims to be married to Hyun Ki Joon, a distinguished hotel manager hailing from a wealthy background. The situation becomes even more intricate with the return of Ki Joon's former fiancée and a dear friend of his brother, Oh Yoon Joo, into his life.

Liang Jing Cen's family was excited for the reopening of "Mélanger Bakery", but their happiness was short-lived when the landlord suddenly announced that the store had been sold. Despite their plans to purchase the bakery, the new owner made it challenging by increasing the price. Feeling hopeless, Jing Cen was surprised when Guan Heng Wei offered to help with the remaining funds. The only condition was that she had to pose as a man and be his fake boyfriend to avoid his grandmother's arranged marriage. Jing Cen reluctantly agreed to this unusual arrangement in order to reclaim the bakery, unaware that it was all part of Guan Heng Wei's calculated scheme.

This drama revolves around three women in their middle age: Cha Jin Ok, Oh Dal Sook, and Nam Mi Rae. They are friends who completed high school together and think they are living fulfilling lives; however, they encounter a significant turning point in their lives. (KoreanDrama.org)

A regular individual perishes in an automobile accident, yet his soul revives within another man who shares his name and age, but comes from a completely distinct background. He finds himself leading two families and struggles with the complexities of having two different wives. (KBS World)

Soo Jin, the lovely daughter of wealthy businessman President Jang, was deceived into coming back to Seoul from her studies overseas by her father, who was eager for her to marry. Displeased with her father's matchmaking choices, Soo Jin collaborated with her secretary, Park Ae Ja, to orchestrate a plan to hire someone to pose as the ideal partner her father desired. They selected Kim Yong Nam to play the part of a well-educated, affluent, and sophisticated individual. However, in reality, Kim Yong Nam works as a delivery man for water bottles and possesses neither wealth nor a high level of education. Despite this, he is characterized by his kind and compassionate nature.

Lee Yoo Chan, the chief executive officer of the IT firm "Next In," faces challenges due to prosopagnosia, which causes him to be wary of people. Meanwhile, Kim Bo Ra, an exceptional student hailing from Jeju Island, aspires to secure a position at Next In. When their paths cross, it brings about unforeseen transformations in both of their lives.

After ending her relationship with her boyfriend, An Jie decided to travel abroad. While overseas, she experienced a temporary loss of vision due to a car accident, which left her feeling hopeless and contemplating suicide. However, a stranger came to her rescue during her darkest moment. Despite never seeing his face, An Jie formed a strong bond with this compassionate individual. When her vision eventually returned, the man had disappeared without a trace. Six years later, An Jie returned home to reunite with her family and encountered the distant and aloof Xi Xi Chen. What mysterious secret does Xi Xi Chen hold in her heart?

The cunning CEO and the two-faced wife initially entered into a marriage of convenience, pretending to be in love. However, it was later revealed that she was only marrying him to reclaim her mother's possessions. Surprisingly, the CEO found himself developing genuine feelings for his supposedly "stupid" wife.

A familial tale centered around a woman wounded by romance, who seeks minor joys and comes to understand the value of family.

In this touching drama, themes of family ties, wealth, and deceptive marriages are prominent. Bu Young Bae, the owner of a cold noodle restaurant in Pyongyang, sparks a family conflict over his considerable wealth following a health scare. Feeling let down, he enters into a phony marriage with Gye Ok, a 33-year-old maid drawn in by his affluence and large family. Although his sons are taken aback, Young Bae is impressed by Gye Ok's strong work ethic, which convinces him that she can maintain his restaurant. Bu Seol Ak, Young Bae's strong-willed and independent son, is skeptical of Gye Ok but finds himself increasingly involved, leading to unexpected closeness amidst the unfolding family turmoil.

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.

The tale of Tang Peng and Lin Jun, a previously childless couple, and their emotional journey towards parenthood, filled with both sorrow and joy.