The Ladder of Love - Asian drama recommendation
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The Ladder of Love(爱的阶梯)

2016China
Arranged MarriageBusinessConspiracyFriendshipHeir Male LeadLove SquareMelodramaPower StruggleRivalryRomanceUnrequited LoveWorkplace PoliticsWorkplace Setting

Being born into wealth comes with its own set of challenges. Zhang Hao Tian, the inheritor of a major company, finds himself surrounded by plots and schemes aimed at undermining him. Despite his affection for Chen Qiu Yan, Hao Tian is forced into a marriage with Song Zi Han, with Luo Shan unable to prevent it. Meanwhile, Hao Tian's college buddies, Lu Feng and Chu Yao Hui, encounter their own obstacles as they strive to find fulfillment in their lives.

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Recommendation: Mushroom Law similar to The Ladder of Love
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Mushroom Law(发酵吧,创业菌!)

2018China
BusinessFriendshipRomanceWorkplace Setting

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 31% similarity match.

A tale of young entrepreneurs from the post-90s generation. When a group of six individuals join forces, they rely on their own abilities rather than their privileged backgrounds to pursue their aspirations. Qiao Xi Man, a successful student in the US, decides to leave school against her mother's wishes in order to start a new business in China with her boyfriend, Hao Fan, and Song Shang Ji. Despite fitting the stereotype of a wealthy young person, Song Shang Ji is willing to make sacrifices for his dreams, even if it means facing disapproval from his family. With a talent for programming, he is determined and confident in his pursuit of success.

Recommendation: Lotus Rain similar to The Ladder of Love
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Lotus Rain(蓮花雨)

2009China
BusinessFriendshipMelodramaRomanceDramaTime Skip

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

On December 20, 1999, China regained control of Macau. The members of the music group Lotus Rain - Qiao Zi Liang, Tong Jie, and Lan Yong Ren - all graduated from high school that same year. Tong Jie went to England for further studies, Qiao Zi Liang attended university in Guangzhou, and Yong Ren enrolled in a police academy in Macau. When Tong Jie returned to Macau four years later, he was surprised to learn that Yong Ren had switched careers from a police officer to a bartender. Zi Liang reconnected with classmates from Macau and Guangzhou, including Tong Zhen and Xiao Yao. Tong Jie's twin sister, Tong Zhen, and Xiao Yao both developed feelings for Zi Liang without realizing they were both interested in the same person. Yan Ming Ming, the daughter of Hong Kong's Yan Enterprises, visited Macau and purchased a significant amount of property owned by Tong Shan He. Tong Shan He arranged for his son, Tong Jie, to interact with the Yan family, only to discover that Yan Tian, the head of Yan Enterprises, had a longstanding feud with him from 20 years ago. Tong Shan He realized that Yan Tian's real motive for buying property in Macau was to seek revenge against him.

Recommendation: It's Hard to Be a Lady similar to The Ladder of Love
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It's Hard to Be a Lady(当个大小姐真难)

2020China
Arranged MarriageFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingDramaOffice Worker Female Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 27% similarity match.

Lu Qing Qing, a recent addition to a magazine as an intern, finds herself facing opposition from Yao Man Qian but receives encouragement from her coworkers. Her mother, who owns a martial arts school, attempts to set up a marriage between Lu Qing Qing and Wei Sheng Lan. However, Lu unintentionally insults Wei's mother, leading to her being sent to a monastery to learn proper manners. While there, she forms a bond with Lin Yue, who assists her in overcoming obstacles. With Lin's help, Lu Qing Qing returns to the workplace, prepared to take on new challenges.

Recommendation: Central Affairs similar to The Ladder of Love
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Central Affairs(情陷夜中環)

2005Hong Kong
BusinessFriendshipMelodramaRomanceDramaFamily

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

"Season" Sum Si Sun's lawyer license is revoked due to an error, leading her to transition to a role as an insurance sales representative at MIG. While working there, she encounters "Queenie" Yu Chi San, her supervisor known for using deceitful tactics to reach her objectives, "Johnny" Hon Ji Kin, a colleague who ignites something within her, and "Charles" Kwan Cheuk Hong, the former boyfriend of her mentor. As Season becomes more involved with MIG, her relationships become more complex, causing her to gradually adopt a cold and manipulative demeanor. The question remains: will she accomplish her ultimate goal?

Recommendation: Central Affairs Season 2 similar to The Ladder of Love
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Central Affairs Season 2(情陷夜中环 II)

2006Hong Kong
BusinessFriendshipMelodramaRomanceDramaFamily

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Gong So, a pawnshop proprietor in Hong Kong, marries a female employee Dung Ji Su from Guang Zhou, China, in a typical cross-border marriage of the 1980s. However, they do not stay together post-marriage and continue with their separate lives. Meanwhile, Ji Su gives birth to two adorable daughters, Gong Hoi Chiu and Gong Hoi Lan. After several attempts, Ji Su and her daughters finally receive approval to relocate to Hong Kong. Just as they are preparing to make the move, Ji Su is robbed at the train station. Robert Chui Chi Man, the gang member Ji Su encounters at the station, assists her in pursuing the robbers, leaving Hoi Lan under the care of her older sister Hoi Chiu. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Hoi Lan is kidnapped amidst the commotion! Hoi Chiu chooses not to seek assistance, despite being able to prevent the unfortunate incident.

Recommendation: Dear Designer similar to The Ladder of Love
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Dear Designer(亲爱的设计师)

2020China
BusinessFriendshipMelodramaRomanceWorkplace SettingDramaFashion Designer Female LeadFashion IndustryFriends To EnemiesGhost Designer Female LeadRich Male Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Melodrama, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 26% similarity match.

Fashion designer Shen Tian Tian is taken under the wing of renowned fashion icon Li Man Li and begins her career as an anonymous designer for Li's daughter, Tang Guo Er

Recommendation: All About Eve similar to The Ladder of Love
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All About Eve(이브의 모든것)

2000South Korea
Heir Male LeadLove SquareMelodramaRomanceUnrequited LoveDramaJournalismLifeMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadRich Male Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Heir Male Lead, Love Square, Melodrama, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 26% similarity match.

The plot revolves around two young women named Jin Sun Mi and Heo Young Mi. Sun Mi enjoyed a happy upbringing filled with love from her father. In contrast, Young Mi faced challenges as her mother abandoned her at a young age, and her alcoholic father passed away. Despite her difficult past, Young Mi persevered and eventually earned a spot in college.

Recommendation: One Page Love similar to The Ladder of Love
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One Page Love(1ページの恋)

2019Japan
FriendshipLove SquareRomanceUnrequited LoveDramaFirst LoveReverse-Harem

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Love Square, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 25% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Animals similar to The Ladder of Love
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Animals(アニマルズ)

2022Japan
BusinessFriendshipLove SquareRomanceWorkplace SettingBickering Mains' RelationshipCEO Supporting CharacterDramaMakeoverModel Supporting CharacterOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManPhotographer Supporting Character

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Love Square, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 24% similarity match.

Shikamori Umi is a stressed-out office worker who is constantly pushed to her limits by her demanding boss. Despite being told she is vital to the company, Umi struggles to find time for herself and gets very little sleep. During a live broadcast, Umi falls asleep, leading to a viral moment where she is dubbed the 'sleeping AD' and her boss is criticized as 'old-fashioned'. Feeling unhappy with her current situation, Umi decides to make a change and joins a makeup agency called Animal Beauty as an intern. There, she meets Kazao, a friendly photographer, and Sakaki Keisuke, the attractive CEO. As Umi works hard to improve herself, will she also find love and overcome her challenges?

Recommendation: Return of Happiness similar to The Ladder of Love
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Return of Happiness(幸福归来)

2015China
BusinessFriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveBirth SecretChildhood Friends RelationshipFamily RelationshipIdentity Swap

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 24% similarity match.

Yu You Wei was unknowingly stripped of her wealthy heiress status and replaced by a different girl when she was young. With the assistance of Han Ming, she sets out to pursue her dream of sailing. Along the way, she faces numerous challenges, including uncovering the truth about her true identity.

Recommendation: On the Road (2018) similar to The Ladder of Love
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On the Road (2018)(梦想合伙人)

2018China
BusinessMelodramaRomance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A tale follows the journey of three college students as they strive to achieve success in the business world. Guan Xiao Chun, Wei Wen Bin, and Jia Lei are roommates and close companions with different personalities - one is outgoing, one is reserved, and one is straightforward. Despite their diverse traits, all three have been business-oriented since their university days and pursued different paths after graduating. Guan Xiao Chun, feeling dissatisfied with his situation, decides to abandon his dreams and takes a job at an online company. However, the tech industry's unpredictability leads to unexpected challenges, causing his girlfriend Li Wei to marry Wei Wen Bin instead. This event creates a rift between the once-united friends turned rivals. Despite the setbacks, Guan Xiao Chun remains determined to make his ambitions a reality.

Recommendation: Diamond Girl similar to The Ladder of Love
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Diamond Girl(ダイヤモンドガール)

2003Japan
BusinessFriendshipRomance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A young woman who has had an easy life experiences a romantic setback that motivates her to start a new career at a law firm, a field she is unfamiliar with. This romantic comedy follows her journey as she navigates love and work, discovering the true value of a person as she strives to become a capable and respected woman. Reika Nanjo, with her radiant beauty, has always believed that physical appearance is a woman's most important asset. After her engagement to Shinichiro Natsume is unexpectedly called off, she rushes back to Japan to confront him. Unable to meet with him at his law office without an appointment, she disguises herself as a job applicant and lands a position at the firm. Her supervisor, Kosuke Nabeshima, is a unique and unconventional lawyer who stands out from the elite crowd.

Recommendation: Chinese Partner similar to The Ladder of Love
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Chinese Partner(中国式合伙人)

2018China
BusinessFriendshipRomance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Chinese Partner follows the story of three close male friends as they navigate the transition from inexperienced university students in the 1990s to prominent figures in the field of IT. As they strive towards their shared ambitions, their loyalty to each other and their aspirations is put to the test.

Recommendation: Monster similar to The Ladder of Love
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Monster(몬스터)

2016South Korea
BusinessHeir Male LeadMelodramaPower StruggleRomanceBlindnessCrimeDeath Of A BrotherDeath Of A MotherDeath Of A StepfatherManager Supporting CharacterMurderRevengeSoap Opera

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Heir Male Lead, Melodrama, Power Struggle, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Individuals who perpetrate acts of cruelty against the vulnerable to amass wealth and influence, all while evading accountability, are akin to monsters. A man confronts the corrupt elite or "monsters," whose true identities are concealed from society, following the tragic loss of his family due to a conspiracy orchestrated by individuals of immense power. In an unexpected turn, he discovers love within the dark underbelly of society, and through this journey, the TV miniseries conveys a message about the importance of noblesse oblige and the essence of life. (MBC)

Recommendation: Imitation similar to The Ladder of Love
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Imitation(이미테이션)

2021South Korea
FriendshipLove SquareRivalryRomanceUnrequited LoveComedyDramaEntertainment IndustryHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadK-PopMusicSismanceYouth

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Love Square, Rivalry, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 23% similarity match.

Lee Ma Ha is a member of the newly formed K-pop girl group Tea Party, created by Ji Hak, the former manager of the well-known boy band Shax. Ji Hak left Shax after one of the members, Eun Jo, disappeared during a concert. Before joining Tea Party, Ma Ha was part of the group Omega III, which disbanded on its debut day due to a tragic incident involving a former trainee at their company. Ma Ha gained public recognition by impersonating the popular solo singer La Li Ma. As she embarks on this new journey with Tea Party, Ma Ha's path frequently crosses with Kwon Ryok, the central figure of Shax still struggling with Eun Jo's disappearance years later. Despite Ryok's initial disapproval of Ma Ha's imitation of Li Ma, the two develop a mutual interest and begin a clandestine relationship that could jeopardize their careers. Meanwhile, Ma Ha's close friend Lee Yu Jin, a member of the up-and-coming boy group Sparkling, has harbored feelings for her since their trainee days. Upon noticing Ma Ha's connection with Ryok, Yu Jin is determined to shield her from Ryok and propel Sparkling to surpass Shax as the industry's top boy band.

Recommendation: Best Get Going similar to The Ladder of Love
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Best Get Going(加油吧实习生)

2015China
BusinessFriendshipLove SquareRomanceWorkplace SettingCollege To Working LifeDramaEnemies To LoversFrenemyFriends To LoversLifeMultiple CouplesRich Man-Poor WomanWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Love Square, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Navigating adulthood can be overwhelming. A close-knit group of friends consisting of Song Nuan, Zhou Ge Ge, Ruo Han, and Ning Ba La are classmates and roommates embarking on internships as they approach graduation. Zhao Xiao Chuan, employed in the IT field, harbors feelings for Ge Ge, who is more interested in his close friend, Zhang Sheng. Zhang Sheng, the son of a wealthy family, is under immense pressure from his mother to gain real-world experience. However, he finds joy in teasing Song Nuan, who is resilient in the face of adversity. As they confront work and family obstacles, will the friends be able to support each other through the challenges of adulthood?

Recommendation: She Is Beautiful similar to The Ladder of Love
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She Is Beautiful(她很漂亮)

2018China
BusinessFriendshipRivalryRomanceWorkplace SettingBrother-Sister RelationshipComedyDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLove Hate RelationshipMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadRich Male LeadWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Rivalry, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 23% similarity match.

Zhang Xiao Na is a dedicated employee at a digital production firm. She recently earned a promotion to head of the content department at the age of thirty and is viewed as a crucial member of the team. Xiao Na's strong work ethic stems from her facial birthmark, which has held her back in various aspects of her life, particularly in romance. Concerned about her lack of love life due to her work focus and the challenges posed by her birthmark, her brother, Lu Xiao Wei, enrolls her in a matchmaking service. It is at a singles event that she meets Chang Qing, who has just returned from the US and has been hired as a technical director at Xiao Na's company. Although they initially clash, Chang Qing and Zhang Xiao Na eventually find that they work well together and complement each other.

Recommendation: Good Wife (2020) similar to The Ladder of Love
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Good Wife (2020)(好妻子)

2020China
FriendshipLove SquareRomanceWorkplace SettingAmnesiaFamilyFriends To EnemiesInfidelitySecond Chance Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Love Square, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale of a devoted wife facing challenges but maintaining her determination to progress in life. Li Jiayu (Betty Yao) has spent years diligently taking care of her husband's household. When her father-in-law fell ill with liver cirrhosis, she selflessly donated a part of her liver to save him. However, her world is shattered upon discovering her husband He Haoze (Li Tai) is in love with her friend Zhou Xinyan (Shin Min Hee). This revelation deeply affects Li Jiayu. After a fall from a cliff, she loses her memories and is rescued by Li Tianming (Lee Wei). With his support, she uncovers her talent for coffee making and ventures into the coffee industry. As Li Jiayu and Li Tianming develop feelings for each other, the return of her memories poses a new challenge.

Recommendation: My Bargain Queen similar to The Ladder of Love
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My Bargain Queen(我的砍价女王)

2021China
BusinessRivalryRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadHotelier Male LeadStrong Male Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Rivalry, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 22% similarity match.

Xia Qian's fiancé, He Zhi Juan, left her during their engagement party at Evergreen Hotel. Amidst her troubles, she becomes involved with the hotel's General Manager, Sheng Zhe Ning, who mistakenly blames her for an incident at the hotel. Fast forward three years, Xia Qian now owns a company that specializes in negotiation services. She is offered a job to plan a wedding at the same hotel where she faced her misfortune years earlier. There, she reunites with Sheng Zhe Ning and offers her negotiation services in exchange for a booking at the hotel. However, fate intervenes as the client turns out to be her ex-fiancé and his new girlfriend, who happens to be Sheng Zhe Ning's younger sister.

Recommendation: Dropping by Cloud Nine similar to The Ladder of Love
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Dropping by Cloud Nine(你們我們他們)

2011Hong Kong
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceUnrequited LoveManhua AdaptationAnthologyCity SettingLifeMiniseries

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 22% similarity match.

Love can be both delightful and painful. These urban love stories are thought-provoking and clever, challenging our perception of relationships by exploring themes of faithfulness and betrayal, purity and darkness, closeness and isolation in the modern world. Episode 1: Letting Go Episode 2: A Joyful Single Christmas Episode 3: Two Hearts That Never Change Episode 4: Love on a Rollercoaster Episode 5: The Hidden Language of Marriage Episode 6: Our Love Story Episode 7: The Evolution of Love Episode 8: A Beautiful Daydream Episode 9: Saying "I Do" Episode 10: When a Favorite Sweater Meets an Old Scarf

Recommendation: On the Road (2019) similar to The Ladder of Love
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On the Road (2019)(在远方)

2019China
BusinessFriendshipRomanceFamily

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Yao Yuan overcame numerous challenges to make a breakthrough in the online express delivery industry. His journey spans two decades of highs and lows, starting with working his parents' long-haul transport shifts post-high school graduation. While on these trips, he seizes an opportunity that leads to an encounter with Lu Xiao'ou, the daughter of Lu Zong, the head of an express mail service. Despite a failed business endeavor that causes him to exit, inadvertently shattering Lu Xiao'ou's romantic hopes, their paths continue to intersect. Lu Xiao'ou becomes a persistent reminder of his deepest desires and vulnerabilities. Supported by Tian Hui and facing off against Liu Yun Tian's challenges, Yao Yuan finds himself entangled in a conflict between traditional enterprises and online deliveries, ultimately becoming Lu Xiao'ou's adversary. Through applying lessons learned from Lu Zong, he rekindles his aspirations and reignites Lu Xiao'ou's passion.

Recommendation: Game of Wisdom similar to The Ladder of Love
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Game of Wisdom(大博弈)

2022China
BusinessFriendshipWorkplace SettingDrama

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

Due to mismanagement, Northern Machinery Corporation was facing financial difficulties. Sun He Ping, who had experience as an overseas sales manager in Southeast Asia, was urgently brought back to become the director of the company. With a strong background in international markets, Sun He Ping decided to align Northern Machinery Plant with Hanzhong Group, led by his former classmate Yang Liu. This move allowed him to implement significant and innovative changes within the organization.

Recommendation: Dream City similar to The Ladder of Love
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Dream City(梦想城)

2024China
BusinessRomanceWorkplace SettingCity Setting

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

In Jiangnan City, Luo Cheng Yu's ambition to excel in the tech industry is thwarted by a data company backed by foreign investors that dominates the market. Despite Jiang Yi Fei, his girlfriend's disapproval, Luo leaves his job and teams up with his colleagues to launch their own business. As they encounter challenges from competitors, betrayals, and personal setbacks, Luo unexpectedly develops feelings for Chu An Ge. With the backing of local officials and patriotic e-commerce giants in Jiangnan City, they band together to challenge the tech monopoly and navigate through the competitive business landscape.

Recommendation: The Golden Age (2000) similar to The Ladder of Love
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The Golden Age (2000)(황금시대)

2000South Korea
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceDrama

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

This tale follows the journey of two young boys, Park Kwang Chul and Lee Jae Hoon, who come from different backgrounds but form a strong friendship under unexpected circumstances. As they grow older, they reunite and collaborate as bankers. Together, they assist Hee Kyung, who was raised alongside Park Kwang Chul, in locating her biological father, leading to the revelation of distressing truths from their shared history.

Recommendation: Thirty Something similar to The Ladder of Love
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Thirty Something(我的30定律)

2015Taiwan
BusinessFriendshipRomanceDrama

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

At a crossroads in her career and personal life, a 30-year-old woman named He Mei Liang faces the challenge of starting over. Despite expecting to be thriving in her career, He Mei Liang unexpectedly loses her job in medical equipment sales due to her inability to assert herself. Feeling defeated, she decides to pursue a career in insurance sales, a field she once looked down upon. Determined to succeed, He Mei Liang partners with experienced insurance salesman You Zi Jie, who guides her through the ins and outs of the industry. Can Zi Jie assist He Mei Liang in rebuilding her life and career?

Recommendation: Wild Bloom similar to The Ladder of Love
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Wild Bloom(风吹半夏)

2022China
BusinessFriendshipRomanceWorkplace Setting1990sNovel AdaptationAge GapDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadMetal Industry

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 21% similarity match.

In the 1990s, Xu Ban Xia demonstrated remarkable vision and strength as she navigated through challenges in the male-dominated steel industry. Despite losing her mother at birth and receiving no care from her father, Xu Ban Xia grew into a resilient, proud, and fearless individual. Together with her friends Xiao Chen and TongXiao Qi, she entered the scrap steel transportation business, facing numerous difficulties with her adventurous spirit and practical approach. Despite the industry's male dominance, Xu Ban Xia managed to overcome obstacles and even survive life-threatening situations. Eventually, she expanded her business internationally, demonstrating a sharp market sense and a commitment to personal growth while also finding love.

Recommendation: Rich Man similar to The Ladder of Love
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Rich Man(리치맨)

2018South Korea
BusinessFriendshipMelodramaRomanceComedyEccentric Male LeadEntrepreneur Male LeadProsopagnosiaRich Man-Poor WomanSlow Burn Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Bygone Love similar to The Ladder of Love
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Bygone Love(鸳鸯佩)

2013China
Arranged MarriagePower StruggleRomanceHistoricalWar

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Power Struggle, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

This tale revolves around the intertwined themes of love and vengeance between the prominent Tang and Shen families in the town. Spanning two generations, the emotional dynamics and connections of the first generation echo through the second. Upon completing his studies and coming back home, Qi Jun enters into an arranged marriage with Yong En, oblivious to her true identity. Yong En, raised in an unwelcoming environment with her father and his mistress, harbors a secret past. Meanwhile, Ting Xuan and Ting Liang engage in a fierce rivalry for control of the family business.

Recommendation: The Best of Times (2020) similar to The Ladder of Love
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The Best of Times (2020)(最好的时代)

2020China
BusinessRomanceWorkplace SettingLifeLove Triangle

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

An unsuccessful bid for a project causes locomotive designer Lin Zhen Yi to feel defeated. She loses her role as project leader to a highly skilled professional who has returned from overseas, Tan Qing Chuan. While collaborating with Tan Qing Chuan, Lin Zhen Yi carefully observes his work approach along with his assistant Jian Ai Xing, allowing her to understand her previous shortcomings. With this newfound knowledge, she achieves success in her subsequent project. Additionally, Lin Zhen Yi finds herself being pursued by both Tan Qing Chuan and her new neighbor Li Yan Feng, a research test pilot.

Recommendation: Born Rich (2009) similar to The Ladder of Love
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Born Rich (2009)(富貴門)

2009Hong Kong
BusinessMelodramaRomanceFamilyLove Triangle

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

In the intricate world of finance, Cheuk Yat Yuen mistakenly believes that con artist Sa Fu Loi is his long-lost half brother, Cheuk Yat Ming. This fortunate error propels the swindler into a prominent position within the banking industry. Yuen's affection for Fu blinds him to the true nature and intentions of the con artist. However, Yuen's life takes a dramatic turn when he is abducted by a group of rioters while overseas, leading to a significant shift in his personality. Despite the efforts of his wife, Ho Tseuk Nin, to comfort him, Yuen struggles to overcome the traumatic ordeal. Seeking solace elsewhere, Yuen rekindles a relationship with his former flame, Tung Ling Chi, devastating Nin upon discovery of the affair. Meanwhile, Fu finds solace in assuming the identity of Cheuk Yat Ming, experiencing a sense of familial warmth and even embarking on a romantic journey with Yuen's younger sister, Cheuk Yat Sum. However, Sum, under the mistaken belief that they are biological siblings, conceals her feelings for Fu and remains committed to her admirer, Ko Tok Man. This revelation deeply wounds Fu, torn between his love for Sum and the inability to disclose his true identity. Ultimately, faced with the choice between love and wealth, Fu opts for the path of fortune, navigating a complex web of money, love, and ethical dilemmas in a gripping tale of deceit and desire.

Recommendation: When a Man Loves a Woman (2004) similar to The Ladder of Love
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When a Man Loves a Woman (2004)(남자가 사랑할 때)

2004South Korea
Love SquareRomanceUnrequited LoveBodyguard Male LeadDrama

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Love Square, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 20% similarity match.

Following the passing of his mother, Ji Hun relocates to Mr. Seo's residence. Upon arrival, he experiences an instant attraction to Mr. Seo's daughter, In Hye. Additionally, he forms a strong friendship with Seok Hyeon. However, one day, In Hye makes the decision to leave for Seoul in pursuit of her aspiration to become a renowned cellist, doing so without informing Ji Hun. Meanwhile, Seok Hyeon opts to move to Seoul as well after discovering that he is the illegitimate son of President Kang, a wealthy hotel tycoon. When Ji Hun learns that In Hye departed for Seoul without saying farewell, he resolves to follow her there. During his subway ride, he catches the attention of Jung U, who decides to pickpocket him as a means of striking up a conversation. This encounter leads Ji Hun to become acquainted with Jung U, and he decides to settle in Seoul by enrolling in the same bodyguard training school that Jung U attends. The school helps Ji Hun and Jung U secure a part-time job, which involves a one-day assignment to protect President Kang. At an evening event hosted by Kang, Ji Hun safeguards the president and unexpectedly encounters both In Hye and Seok Hyeon. This chance meeting intertwines the destinies of these four young individuals in ways they could never have anticipated.

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Lawyers(변호사들)

2005South Korea
Love SquareRivalryRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipLawLawyer Male LeadSecretary Female LeadSuspenseThrillerWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Love Square, Rivalry, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

Suk Ki and Suh Jung Ho work together at a law firm, but their relationship is marked by intense rivalry. Ha Young, a secretary at the firm, forms a bond with Suk Ki. This drama explores the themes of ambition and the dynamics of relationships within the law firm.

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That Woman(그 여자)

2005South Korea
Love SquareRomanceUnrequited LoveMarried Female LeadMarried Male Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Love Square, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 20% similarity match.

One day, Ji-su (Shim Hye-Jin), who had been leading a typical life, starts to perceive an unusual vibe surrounding her husband, Jae-min. Suddenly, Jae-min (Jang Dong-Jik) expresses that he feels confined in their marriage and wishes to wed Se-jeong, who has helped him discover a sense of purpose. Despite Ji-su's efforts to protect her family, Jae-min's thoughtlessness leads her to make the choice to divorce him. Meanwhile, Se-jeong has fallen for Do-yeon, and in her impulsive pursuit, they end up getting married. However, Do-yeon is already in love with Ji-su...

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Advertising Genius Lee Tae Baek(광고천재 이태백)

2013South Korea
BusinessMelodramaRomanceWorkplace SettingAdvertising IndustryArtBusiness IndustryComedyDramaMarketing IndustryUnderdog

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

In the role of the talented Art Director Lee Tae-baek, Jin Gu will depict the journey of a so-called ‘loser’ without any qualifications who rises to the pinnacle of the industry. Park Ha-sun will take on the character of Baek Ji-yoon, an intern copywriter at Geumsan Ad, a leading firm in the advertising sector. As a dedicated and sincere individual, she will play a central role in the narrative and serve as Jin Gu's love interest. Han Chae-young will portray Go Ah-ri, the Account Executive at Geumsan Ad, who appears to be a stylish and captivating figure of success, but internally, she is a pragmatic realist who has sacrificed her past and romantic connections in pursuit of her aspirations. A producer of the series remarked, “The term ‘Genius’ in the title refers not to innate talent, but to the dedication towards one's work that transforms individuals into the ‘Genius’ of their craft. Our intention is to create a story that illustrates the pursuit of dreams, the challenges faced, and a message of encouragement to our viewers as they strive for their own goals.”

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Emerald on the Roof(屋頂上的綠寶石)

2006Taiwan
Arranged MarriageRomanceUnrequited LoveForbidden LoveNoble Sacrifice

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 20% similarity match.

In a contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's ROMEO AND JULIET, Chou and Mwo defy their families' wishes and fall in love. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Mwo is eventually coerced into marrying another man while Chou agrees to an arranged marriage as demanded by his father. Before parting ways, Mwo gifts Chou a green ruby necklace as a symbol of their love. The necklace later plays a pivotal role in bringing the feuding families together again, as Mwo and Chou pledge to remain united even in death. EMERALD ON THE ROOF tells a poignant story of enduring love amidst adversity.

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Excellent Investor(金牌投资人)

2018China
BusinessRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationAge Gap

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The story of "Excellent Investor" revolves around Fang Yu Bin, a young man who leaves his hometown to pursue his dreams in the city. Despite facing challenges and internal conflicts at Rongding Capital's Shanghai branch, Yu Bin perseveres and eventually gains recognition from his superiors. However, he is soon faced with a moral dilemma that tests his integrity. Will he prioritize personal gain or stay true to his principles? This gripping tale explores the journey of self-discovery and the struggle between ambition and ethics.

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The Darkness Is No Darkness with Thee(总裁的小甜妻)

2020China
Arranged MarriageBusinessRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipCold Man-Warm WomanCEO Male LeadOffice SettingScreenwriter Female LeadShort Length SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Business, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 20% similarity match.

Chen Ru Yan, a renowned screenwriter, happens to be the daughter of the Chen Group's CEO. Due to her father's company facing financial difficulties, she finds herself in a situation where she must marry Zhou Mu Han, the president of the Zhou Group. As they navigate their forced union, Chen and Zhou gradually develop a deeper understanding of each other and eventually fall in love.

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Ladies of Storm(폭풍의 여자)

2014South Korea
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceUnrequited LoveDramaFamily RelationshipFriends To EnemiesInfidelityRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanSoap Opera

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 20% similarity match.

Han Jung Im is a married woman with a teenage daughter who has recently relocated to Seoul from Jeju along with her husband, Moo Yeong, and their family. Despite the challenges posed by her in-laws, Jung Im strives to fulfill her roles as a wife and mother. In Seoul, she reconnects with her friend Do Hye Bin, who is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family. Hye Bin, also a mother to a teenage daughter, is married to Park Hyeon Seong, who is employed at her brother Do Jun Tae’s company. While Park Hyoen Wu has a passion for filmmaking rather than practicing law, he holds a deep affection for his older brother, Park Hyeon Seong. Han Jung Im's modest yet content life begins to unravel when Hye Bin unexpectedly arrives with shocking news.

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Ten Years Late(十年三月三十日)

2019China
FriendshipRomanceUnrequited LoveWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaDramaFirst LoveMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesSecond Chance RomanceTourism IndustryWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

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

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The Faded Light Years(浪漫星星)

2018China
BusinessPower StruggleRomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipCEO Male LeadFashion Designer Female LeadFashion Designer Supporting CharacterFashion IndustryLove TriangleShop Owner Female LeadSlow Burn Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Power Struggle, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

DI Group's board member, Ding Wen Xiao, is dedicated to getting the company listed to honor a promise he made to his father. Despite years of hard work and preparation, his ultimate goal is within reach. The fate of the company hinges on the success of an upcoming fashion show featuring creations by DI's chief designer, Mu Ling Shan. However, Wen Xiao's plans take an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with Yan Xia, a dressmaker from a small shop called "The Faded Light Years" in a fishing village. As Wen Xiao and Yan Xia navigate through betrayals and uncover a conspiracy, their lives become intertwined. To Wen Xiao, Yan Xia is a guiding light in the midst of chaos, much like a blazing sun cutting through the haze.

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Blooming Days(岁岁青莲)

2023China
Arranged MarriageMelodramaPower StruggleRomanceWeb Novel AdaptationAge GapHaremHistoricalOff Screen RapeSibling RivalrySmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Arranged Marriage, Melodrama, Power Struggle, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Qing Lian is satisfied with a simple life and dreams of finding a partner who truly loves her. However, she ends up marrying into the royal family against her wishes. Surprisingly, she learns that her husband, He Lian Xin, is not as cold and aloof as he appears. She supports him in handling difficult situations and gradually earns his love and admiration. Based on the online novel "XiFei Zhuan" by Xie Yu.

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Save the Last Dance for Me(마지막 춤은 나와 함께)

2004South Korea
Love SquareRomanceUnrequited LoveWorkplace SettingAmnesiaDramaHardworking Female LeadNice Female LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanSecond Chance RomanceTime Skip

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Love Square, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

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

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Win the Future(输赢)

2021China
BusinessRivalryRomanceWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationBadass Female LeadBank SettingCompetitionDramaInformation Technology (IT) IndustryLifeLove Hate Relationship

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Rivalry, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

After achieving great success as a regional sales director at Jieke, a prominent multinational corporation aiming to dominate the Chinese market, Zhou Rui is ecstatic to receive a significant promotion. Relocating to the company's headquarters in Beijing, Zhou Rui is excited about the numerous opportunities that lie ahead. However, he quickly realizes that this new chapter in his life comes with challenges. Without the sales team he personally trained, Zhou Rui only has his trusted assistant, Fang Wei, by his side. Additionally, he is faced with a difficult task and a tight deadline. Under pressure from his superiors, Zhou Rui's best chance of success hinges on securing a major deal with one of the country's top banks. Despite the odds, Zhou Rui presents a tempting offer to the bank, only to discover that their main competitor, Huikang, has been in talks with the bank for over a year. To make matters worse, Zhou Rui finds out that his first love, Luo Jia, is leading the rival team. Struggling against tough circumstances and distracted by Luo Jia's reappearance in his life, Zhou Rui must find a way to overcome the competition if he hopes to succeed. Will he manage to achieve the impossible, or will the high-pressure lifestyle prove to be too much for him?

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My Wonderful Roommate 2(두근두근 출근2)

2020South Korea
BusinessFriendshipRomanceWorkplace SettingChildhood Friends RelationshipCohabitationMiniseriesOffice SettingRoommates' RelationshipShort Length SeriesWeb SeriesWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Business, Friendship, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

Coexisting in a comprehensive domestic partnership. There isn't a definitive solution to relationships, but how will the two partners address the challenges that emerge along the way? An even more exhilarating and captivating office romance unfolds.

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Loss Time Life(로스타임 라이프)

2019South Korea
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceUnrequited LoveChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaHigh SchoolJudoMiniseriesSchool SettingSecond Chance RomanceTeacher Female Lead

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 19% similarity match.

So Jin was Yoo Geon's childhood companion and his first romantic interest. Their paths cross once more when she takes on the role of one of his high school teachers. Following his unexpected death, Yoo Geon is granted a second opportunity in the shape of thirty hours, during which he discovers the true essence of love.

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Piaoyao Rensheng Bianji(飘摇人生编辑)

2012China
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyHistorical

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The Love of Happiness(因为爱情有幸福)

2016China
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyLife

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative centers around Lu Xiao Nan (played by Tina Tang), an independent woman who harbors a fear of marriage due to the complexities involved in merging two lives and families. However, she meets Kevin (portrayed by William Chan), a university professor who is unfettered by familial ties and possesses a warm and adaptable nature. Despite her initial reservations, Xiao Nan marries Kevin and supports him in his quest to reconnect with his estranged family. As they navigate the challenges of blending into his family, Xiao Nan finds solace and purpose with the help of her supportive husband. Meanwhile, Kevin unravels the mysteries surrounding his childhood amnesia. The series is available in two versions: 66 episodes lasting 35-55 minutes each for TV viewing, or 70 episodes of 45 minutes each for DVD watching.

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Dear Them(亲爱的她们)

2017China
FriendshipMelodramaRomanceDramaFamilyLife

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Friendship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

The narrative follows the journey of two elderly friends who find solace in each other as they navigate the challenges of letting go of earthly concerns. Through the eyes of Gu Jia Yi, we gain insight into the lives and hardships faced by her mother and her mother's companions.

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Fighting Time(职场是个技术活)

2017China
RomanceUnrequited LoveWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipFemale Chases Male FirstWorkplace Romance

Like The Ladder of Love, this drama also features Romance, Unrequited Love, and Workplace Setting themes with a 19% similarity match.

In the professional world, it is essential to have a strategic approach, just as in relationships where one must engage in a graceful battle. These sentiments, discussed by characters Xunuo and Shen Zhize, encapsulate the protagonist's inner conflict when she must choose between her career and her romantic partner. Facing challenges in the workplace that are more intricate than warfare, Xunuo must carefully plan out each action. This television series portrays the challenges faced by young Chinese individuals in today's competitive environment and aims to motivate them to pursue their aspirations with determination, even when confronted with obstacles and allurements. (HLBN)

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The Next Top Star(热搜女王)

2019China
ConspiracyFriendshipRomanceBetrayalComedyDrama

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Upon joining the entertainment industry at 30, a woman quickly becomes a sensation, only to discover that the fierce rivalry is tougher than anticipated. Despite facing criticism for her age, Gui Mi establishes herself as the 'hot search queen' on a reality show. Her sudden fame brings opportunities, but also triggers numerous plots and schemes against her. To thrive, Gui Mi strives to dominate the industry like a true queen.