The Emperor's Harem - Asian drama recommendation
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The Emperor's Harem(后宫)

2011China
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceServant Female LeadSmart Female Lead

Li Zi Yun assumes the persona of Shao Chun Hua and starts working as a servant in the palace, forming a bond with Bai Han Xiang. Despite her desire for a quiet life, her cleverness attracts envy, leading Ling Qi Qiao to make things harder for her. After Emperor Ying Zong's passing, the ascension of the Crown Prince as Emperor Xian Zong sparks a rivalry among the women in the Royal Harem.

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Recommendation: Jang Hee Bin  (2002) similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Jang Hee Bin (2002)(장희빈 )

2002South Korea
DramaHaremHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

In "Jang Hee Bin," we follow the tale of a young court servant who captivates the King with her beauty and becomes his concubine. Through her rapid ascent in status and the birth of her son, she is motivated by a strong desire for power, leading her to not only secure her position but to ultimately become Queen.

Recommendation: Who Knows the Female of the Women similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Who Knows the Female of the Women(谁知女人心)

2010China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

When marriages are arranged within the upper class, it often results in people getting hurt. Zhao An Hua finds himself in a situation where he is compelled to marry a daughter from the Xue family due to Madam Xue's ambitions for power and riches. As a result, An Hua's former lover is heartbroken and seeks vengeance by marrying the infamous gangster, Fu Zhen Jia. Will love be able to triumph over the pain and envy brought on by these strategic unions?

Recommendation: The Ninth Widow similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Ninth Widow(第九个寡妇)

2012China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the novel "The Ninth Widow," we follow the life of Wang Pu-tao, a woman from a remote village in Central China. Wang tragically loses her family in a flood when she is just a child, and is later sold into servitude before being widowed at the young age of 14. Despite her hardships, Wang harbors a fugitive man (her father-in-law) in her cellar for three decades, providing him with care and protection during times of political turmoil, famine, and other disasters.

Recommendation: Cherry Color similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Cherry Color(血色樱花)

2012China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love and Hatred of Snow similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Love and Hatred of Snow(深宅雪)

2015China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Galloped Era similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Galloped Era(奔腾年代)

2019China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The play narrates the tale of Chang Hanqing, a youthful technician, and Jin Xing, a heroic fighter, in the aftermath of the establishment of the People's Republic of China. It focuses on the research, design, and progress of the innovative Chinese electric locomotive. (Baike Baidu)

Recommendation: The Nation Under the Foot similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Nation Under the Foot(一脚定江山)

2001China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Where the Legend Begins similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Where the Legend Begins(洛神)

2002Hong Kong
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

According to a myth, this series revolves around themes of power, love, and betrayal, with characters vying for dominance or affection, while one character simply desires peace and friendship. A complex love triangle forms involving Yan Fuk, Cho Chi Kin, Cho Chi Woon, and Kwok Huen, after Kwok Huen betrays Yan Fuk and pursues her own path to power.

Recommendation: Maiden's Vow similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Maiden's Vow(鳳凰四重奏)

2006Hong Kong
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The restaurant's history is deeply connected to the experiences of four women from different generations, showcasing common marital issues and the various stresses faced by women throughout history. In the late Qing Dynasty, Ngai Yu Fung's family falls on hard times and she is forced into marriage with Wong Yuk Lun, who later loses all their money. Fung sells a token of love from her first lover Yu Tsz to start the Phoenix Restaurant. During the May Fourth Movement, Fung's daughter Wong Chi Kwan runs away to Tianjin with her teacher Lee Kat Cheung. After their separation, Kwan returns to Beijing and finds the struggling Phoenix Restaurant.

Recommendation: Entangling Love in Shanghai similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Entangling Love in Shanghai(侬本多情)

2010Taiwan
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

During the chaos of war in mainland China in 1941, Shanghai fell under enemy control. Xue er and her family sought refuge in a concession area. Facing hardships and despair, Xue er's husband Gui Ting abandoned his family to reunite with his wealthy ex-girlfriend Liao Wanzhen. When all seemed lost, Bai Lang rescued Xue er and introduced her to the entertainment industry. A wealthy businessman named Qiao Xiannong pursued Xue er, who sought to leverage his power to regain custody of her son. Tragically, her son died in a fall, devastating Xue er. Seeking revenge against Gui, Xue er entered a relationship with Qiao. Bai, in an effort to win back Xue er, accepted a position in the puppet government's investigation bureau. After many trials, Bai ultimately succeeded in reuniting with Xue er and marrying her. However, Qiao's continued pursuit of Xue er led to his manipulation of her to seek vengeance against Gui. Ultimately, with Bai's guidance, Xue er realized the error of her ways and chose to abandon thoughts of revenge in favor of a happy life with Bai. Regrettably, Bai's involvement with the puppet government led to tragic consequences as Xue er sacrificed herself to save him by selling her body and consuming poison.

Recommendation: Struggle for Imperial Power similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Struggle for Imperial Power(大宋奇案)

2005China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Flower Flies Like the Butterfly similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Flower Flies Like the Butterfly(飞花如蝶)

2006China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

In the early 1900s, a thief develops feelings for a Yueju opera singer while looking at a picture.

Recommendation: Century Endless Love similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Century Endless Love(世纪不了情)

2007China
DramaHistoricalRomance

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Princess Jieyou similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Princess Jieyou(解忧公主)

2016China
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceSmart Female LeadHan DynastyHistorical FictionPrincessReverse-HaremRoyalty

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, Romance, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 45% similarity match.

In the era of Emperor Wu of Han, Princess Jie You was dispatched to Xiyu as a form of Heqin. In this new land, she faced the challenge of adjusting to her surroundings and managing her husband's harem. Through her dedication, the Han dynasty emerged victorious over the Xiongnu tribe, leading to the spread of Han culture in Xiyu.

Recommendation: Mei Ren Mo Ping Lan similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Mei Ren Mo Ping Lan(美人莫凭栏)

2025China
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceSmart Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadPalacePoliticalPower StruggleShort Length Series

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, Romance, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 45% similarity match.

Recommendation: Four Women Conflict similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Four Women Conflict(锁清秋)

2009China
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceBlackmailRevengeUnrequited Love

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

A tale of a sorrowful young woman named Du Lan Yan unfolds. She encountered challenges from a young age and later worked as a servant. Unfortunately, she is subjected to a cruel destiny as a result of manipulation and rivalry among a group of women. Throughout her journey, she reconnects with a former companion and discovers a new romantic interest. However, the question remains: will this newfound love endure?

Recommendation: Queens of Diamonds and Hearts similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Queens of Diamonds and Hearts(東西宮略)

2012Hong Kong
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceIdentity SwapLove TriangleUgly To Attractive

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Emperor Chai Suen ventured into the remote mountains to enlist the help of martial arts expert Chung Mo Yim in restoring the Chai Empire. Suen eagerly promised to grant any favor in return for her assistance. However, upon completion of the task, Yim boldly expressed her desire to become Empress, despite Suen already promising the title to the naturally beautiful Ha Ying Cheun. Suen's legal adviser An Ying intervened by suggesting that the two be housed in separate East and West palaces temporarily to prevent conflict. Yim's true intention was to assist Emperor Chai in governing the country. Meanwhile, Cheun plotted revenge against Yim. The two Queens engaged in a power struggle using both diplomacy and force. While Emperor Chai was drawn to Cheun for her beauty, he also hesitated to offend the strategic Yim for the sake of his nation's future. He even manipulated Yim's genuine affection for him to his advantage on multiple occasions.

Recommendation: Bian Cheng Han Zi similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Bian Cheng Han Zi(边城汉子)

2010China
DramaHistoricalRomanceMartial Arts

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Pu Di Liu, a resident of the border region encompassing Guizhou, Hunan, and Chongqing from 1927 to 1950

Recommendation: War of Desire similar to The Emperor's Harem
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War of Desire(凰图腾)

2011China
HaremHistoricalRomanceRivalry

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Amidst the challenges within the grand palace and the allure of authority, will love endure and friendships remain steadfast? Zhan Xinghan, Mu Feiyan, and Xing Yingdie, childhood companions, find their lives transformed after the separation of lovers Zhan Xinghan and Mu Feiyan. Mu Feiyan is relocated to the palace to serve as an imperial concubine. Xing Yingdie remains untainted beyond the palace walls, witnessing the transformation of Mu Feiyan as she navigates deceit and manipulation in her pursuit of power.

Recommendation: Wipe Out the Bandits on Wulong Mountain similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Wipe Out the Bandits on Wulong Mountain(新乌龙山剿匪记)

2012China
DramaHistoricalRomanceMountain Setting

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Three opposing factions - the Wulong outlaws, Nationalist Party, and Communist Party's People's Liberation Army - engage in a fierce struggle to eradicate each other.

Recommendation: Lock Dream similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Lock Dream(锁梦楼)

2012China
DramaHistoricalRomanceFamily

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Originally constructed as a symbol of love, the Dream Lock Building now serves as a confinement for disillusioned young women and shattered aspirations. Once a sanctuary for lovers, the building has transformed into a prison for women seeking matrimony. The town has been overtaken by widows left heartbroken and dreams of a blissful life shattered. However, the arrival of a Shanghai dancer threatens to disrupt the lives of the town's residents, stirring up chaos among the men, children, and their sense of pride. Suo Meng Lou is a Chinese drama from 2013 with a version containing 17 episodes.

Recommendation: The War of Beauties similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The War of Beauties(爱情悠悠药草香)

2013China
HaremHistoricalRomanceFamily

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Huang Cai Wei was betrothed to Bai Qian Feng before he disappeared during a business trip and was believed to be deceased. As a result, she was compelled to wed his brother, Bai Qian Sheng. Bai's evident partiality toward Huang sparked envy among his other wives, particularly his main spouse, Ma Fu Fang. Huang navigated through the schemes of the women using her intelligence. However, when her original betrothed reappeared alive, she found herself in a difficult position where she was unable to extricate herself.

Recommendation: The Untold Story of Tibet similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Untold Story of Tibet(西藏秘密)

2013China
DramaHistoricalRomanceTibetan Setting

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Yong Yi Sheng Qu Ai Ni similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Yong Yi Sheng Qu Ai Ni(用一生去爱你)

2014China
DramaHistoricalRomanceFamily

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Rosy Business Season 4: No Return similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Rosy Business Season 4: No Return(巾幗梟雄之懸崖)

2024Hong Kong
DramaHistoricalRomanceWar

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Deng Gui Chan, a powerful female entrepreneur nicknamed "Seventh Master", is fiercely competitive and unafraid to take risks

Recommendation: Frontier of Love similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Frontier of Love(爱情的边疆)

2018China
DramaHistoricalRomanceLife

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

In the late 1950s, a student named Wen Yi Qiu (played by Yin Tao) from the Beijing Broadcasting Institute falls in love with a Soviet announcer named Wei Ka and they get married in Beijing. However, the Soviet Union decides to recall its specialists from Beijing, leading Wei Ka to return to his homeland. Yi Qiu then moves to the border town of Hehei to work as an announcer in order to be closer to her husband. Eventually, Wei Ka is assigned to a post in Blagoveshchensk, a city on the other side of the border. Despite the distance, they find solace in listening to each other's broadcasts and hope for improved relations between China and the Soviet Union.

Recommendation: Tian Jiang Xiao Jiao Fei similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Tian Jiang Xiao Jiao Fei(天降小娇妃)

2020China
DramaHistoricalRomanceShort Length Series

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Zui Jiu Zhui Ai Ji similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Zui Jiu Zhui Ai Ji(醉酒追爱记)

2021China
DramaHistoricalRomanceShort Length Series

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: King Qian of Wuyue similar to The Emperor's Harem
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King Qian of Wuyue(吴越钱王)

2007China
DramaHistoricalRomanceComedy

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The tale of the individual who transforms from a salt pirate into the ruler of Wuyue.

Recommendation: Love Is Beautiful similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Love Is Beautiful(無頭東宮)

2002Hong Kong
DramaHistoricalRomanceIdentity Swap

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Ling Wan, a young and beautiful girl, disguises herself as ugly to avoid marriage. She befriends Chor Chor, who is also not conventionally attractive. One day, Ling Wan saves the Emperor in disguise, revealing her true beauty to him. Smitten, the Emperor arranges for her to come to the palace. Upon learning of the Emperor's intentions, Chor Chor seeks out the "face changer", Siu To, to switch faces with Ling Wan. With Chor Chor now posing as Ling Wan, she enters the palace while the real Ling Wan, realizing the deception, decides to confront the Emperor on her own.

Recommendation: The Gentle Crackdown similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Gentle Crackdown(秀才遇著兵)

2005Hong Kong
DramaHistoricalRomanceComedy

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Sup Yee Moo is a laid-back police officer with a mother who used to be the infamous 'Chivalrous Flying Hawk'. Despite her past, Sup Yee Ma now keeps her former identity hidden from the martial arts community. She takes care of Sup Yee Moo, who has a knack for getting into trouble. When Sui Dong Lau arrives and becomes the honorable magistrate in their town, they team up with Si Kei Wong to solve amusing mysteries together.

Recommendation: Tsuma wa Kunoichi Season 2 - Saishusho similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Tsuma wa Kunoichi Season 2 - Saishusho(妻は、くノ一 ~最終章~)

2014Japan
DramaHistoricalRomanceMiniseries

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Following a brief reunion with his wife, Orie, Hikoma is now on a frantic search to find out where she is before he leaves. Feeling the absence of her husband, Orie makes the decision to step down from her role as a ninja.

Recommendation: TV Novel: In Still Green Days similar to The Emperor's Harem
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TV Novel: In Still Green Days(TV소설 그래도 푸르른 날에)

2015South Korea
DramaHistoricalRomanceFamily

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A dramatic portrayal of a young woman's journey to adulthood set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1970s.

Recommendation: Palace Wall Snow similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Palace Wall Snow(宫墙雪)

2024China
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceFilmed VerticallyRevengeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Xie Yu, the daughter of the prominent Xie family, falls in love with Prince Li Yan and they become engaged. However, with the King of Qi's power growing and causing unrest, the Xie family agrees to marry Xie Yu to the King of Qi as a way to gather evidence of his rebellion. The Empress Dowager, along with the families of Xiao, Zhuang, and Qin, collaborates to overthrow the King of Qi and falsely accuses the Xie family of being complicit in the rebellion, resulting in their demise. Now, only three of the four major families remain. The Empress Dowager fears that Li Yan, now the emperor, will anger the remaining families if he discovers the truth about Xie Yu. To prevent this, she blackmails Xie Yu with the lives of her parents and brother, leading to a tumultuous love affair between Xie Yu and Li Yan.

Recommendation: Qing Palace Ci Season 2 similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Qing Palace Ci Season 2(清宫辞之不负韶华)

2025China
DramaHaremHistoricalRomanceFilmed VerticallyRevengeShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Harem, Historical, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hui Niang Wan Xin similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Hui Niang Wan Xin(徽娘宛心)

2006China
DramaHistoricalRomanceSmart Female LeadBoss-Employee RelationshipChinese Republican EraFamilyHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, Romance, and Smart Female Lead themes with a 40% similarity match.

Taking place during the Republican era, rural girl Wan Xin was offered to the frail Wu Hui Xiang as a servant to protect against misfortune. Despite her humble position, Wan Xin manages to impress the matriarch with her wit and assists in safeguarding the Wu family from their power-hungry sons and relatives.

Recommendation: The King of Shanghai similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The King of Shanghai(上海王)

2008China
DramaHistoricalRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

During the early 1900s in China, Xiao Yue Gui, a young girl from the countryside, moves to Shanghai to avoid starvation. By rescuing Yu Qi Yang, a member of the Pujiang Association, the most powerful gang in Shanghai, she gains access to the leaders of the organization. This leads her to start working at their brothel, which alters the course of her life. Xiao Yue Gui is now on a journey to become the next "King of Shanghai," following in the footsteps of three previous generations, as depicted in Hong Ying's novel.

Recommendation: Rouge Snow similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Rouge Snow(胭脂雪 )

2008China
DramaHistoricalRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Due to financial difficulties, Wen Yu He's father agreed to have her marry into the Gu family as the wife of Madam Gu's third son. With Madam Gu's first son missing and her second son deceased, all hope was placed on Yu He and her remaining brother-in-law. The third son, Shao Tang, is known for his reckless behavior, spending time in brothels and gambling away his money. Madam Gu believed that Yu He could positively influence her son. Yun Kai, a school teacher, disguised himself as a groundskeeper to work in the Gu household, assisting with accounting and the family's lantern business. Despite facing mistreatment from her older sister-in-law, Yu He remains devoted to Shao Tang. As tensions rise and hidden agendas come to light, the Gu family's secrets begin to unravel, revealing a web of deceit and betrayal.

Recommendation: Yan Heng similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Yan Heng(盐亨)

2008China
DramaHistoricalRomanceHistorical FictionQing Dynasty

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Peacocks Fly to the Southeast similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Peacocks Fly to the Southeast(孔雀东南飞)

2009China
DramaHistoricalRomanceHan DynastyHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love in Great Times similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Love in Great Times(人间情缘)

2009China
DramaHistoricalRomanceMelodramaWar

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The film narrates four poignant tales of a man's growth from adolescence to adulthood in the previous century, as well as his remarkable quest for a dream abroad

Recommendation: Mother Wife similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Mother Wife(娘妻)

2009China
DramaHistoricalRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In the 1930s, the setting for this tale is in the southern region of Fujian

Recommendation: New Spring of Plum Blossoms similar to The Emperor's Harem
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New Spring of Plum Blossoms(新一剪梅)

2010China
DramaHistoricalRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Shen Xin Ci escapes from her dangerous fiance, Liang Yong Chang, after discovering the truth. Along the way, she encounters Zhao Shi Jun, who shows compassion by giving her money to settle her father's medical bills. Following her father's passing, Xin Ci resolves to find Shi Jun and repay his kindness, regardless of the request. To resolve conflicts between Shahe Town and Wan Jia Village and secure the water supply, Zhao Shi Jun is compelled to marry Mayor Wan's daughter, Wan Qiu Ling. On their journey to Qiu Ling's new home, she falls ill due to a lifelong condition but is saved by a mysterious doctor, Liang Yong Chang. He offers a cure for her illness but warns that she will be unable to conceive in the future. Determined to continue her family line, Qiu Ling follows Yong Chang's advice and switches places with another girl to ensure pregnancy. Unbeknownst to Yong Chang, the other girl happens to be his former fiance, Shen Xin Ci. Now, Yong Chang seeks revenge on Zhao Shi Jun and anyone else in his path.

Recommendation: Abandoned Secret similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Abandoned Secret(被遗弃的秘密)

2011China
DramaHistoricalRomanceInvestigationMystery

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Having grown tired of her younger sister An Qiao's spoiled behavior, Zhou Yu Qin leaves her at the Lantern Festival, much to the distress of their mother Ruo Lan. A decade later, Yu Qin is now the leader of the Zhou family, while An Qiao, now going by the name Liu Liu, makes a surprising return. Liu Liu quickly wins over the hearts of the Zhou family members, causing them to question their loyalty to Yu Qin. Liu Liu's reappearance also stirs up romantic feelings from both Yu Qin's husband, Dai Yong Cheng, and the Zhou family's son, Zhou Tian Qi. As suspicions about Liu Liu arise, Yu Qin decides to investigate and uncovers a shocking truth - An Qiao is actually deceased. The mystery remains: who is Liu Liu? (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Qin Xianglian similar to The Emperor's Harem
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Qin Xianglian(秦香蓮)

2011China
DramaHistoricalRomanceHistorical FictionNorthern Song Dynasty

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Legend of Qing Cheng similar to The Emperor's Harem
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The Legend of Qing Cheng(青城缘)

2011China
DramaHistoricalRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

"The Tale of Qin Cheng" narrates the renowned saga of Meng's Household and Lin's Household near the Yellow River. In the past, Meng Xiang He, the heir of Meng's clan, wedded Lin Xiang Yu, the offspring of Lin's Household, in an arranged marriage. However, he absconded shortly after the ceremony. Consequently, Meng's Household agreed to a settlement: if Meng Xiang He did not return within six years, they would compensate Lin's Household with ten thousand silver dollars and over sixty thousand square meters of land. After six years, Meng Xiang He reappeared with his newfound lover as his wife. This led to a complex web of emotions involving both families and wives. Leveraging his business acumen, he amassed a fortune through trading hookahs and rose to become the wealthiest individual in Qingcheng, earning himself the status of a legendary figure. As the prolonged feud neared its conclusion, the true identity of the main antagonist was finally revealed. (Q1Q2)

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Tears of a Bride(流泪的新娘 )

2011China
DramaHistoricalRomanceFamilyLife

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The narrative revolves around a lovely yet impoverished woman named Pearls and the wealthy Ge family's affectionate son, Renjie, who are unable to be together. Due to a mix-up, Pearls ends up marrying her beloved "foolish" young master, Lu Tianzhi. Caught in a love triangle, Pearls and Renjie struggle between feelings and obligations. In the end, Lu Tianzhi chooses to protect Pearls' heart, showing his true emotions.

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My Natasha(我的娜塔莎)

2012China
DramaHistoricalRomanceMilitaryPolitical

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In 1941, a group of Chinese soldiers, under the leadership of Pan Tiande, were defeated by the Japanese forces. They sought refuge in the Soviet Union by seeking assistance from the Soviet army. Officer Natasha took on the responsibility of training them. Through the subsequent military engagements, Pan's patriotism and courage deeply touched Natasha, leading to a romantic relationship between them. Following the establishment of the People's Republic of China, Pan chose to contribute to the country as a mechanic, while Natasha pursued a career as a Soviet mechanic specialist after completing her education. As they were preparing for their wedding, Natasha received orders to return to the Soviet Union, resulting in a heart-wrenching departure. Natasha later wrote to Pan, informing him that she had settled near the border, eagerly awaiting his return.

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A Beauty in Troubled Times(亂世佳人)

2012China
DramaHistoricalRomanceChinese Republican EraHistorical Fiction

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Taking place in Shanghai during the 1930s, this famous story follows the journey of Zhang Lian Xin, a former maid who defies her predetermined fate during China's conflict with Japan. In her pursuit of liberty and affection, Lian Xin becomes entangled in Zhang Wen Jin's plot to overthrow his father, leading to her and Chong Yang being falsely accused of a crime. As they face numerous challenges while battling against Wen Jin and the Japanese forces, Lian Xin and Chong Yang develop a romantic relationship. In an attempt to protect Chong Yang, Lian Xin chooses to turn down He Tian, a wealthy admirer who is deeply in love with her, and instead weds Ma Kun, the influential leader of Shanghai Bund's underworld. Upon uncovering Ma Kun's true nature and facing the wrath of the Japanese, Lian Xin and Chong Yang make the ultimate sacrifice by relinquishing their love and lives in the name of freedom and justice.

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Romance of Our Parents(父母爱情)

2014China
DramaHistoricalRomanceFlashback To PastLife

Like The Emperor's Harem, this drama also features Drama, Historical, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

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.