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The New Employee(신입사원)

2022South Korea
Web Novel AdaptationAdvertising Agency SettingBusinessDramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Seung Hyun, a man in his late twenties who has never been in a relationship, secures an internship he has always wanted. Upon starting his new job, he encounters Kim Jong Chan, a charming but distant individual who turns out to be his new boss. Will they be able to maintain a professional relationship despite their mutual attraction?

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The New Employee

Recommendation: Love Mate similar to The New Employee
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Love Mate(러브메이트)

2023South Korea
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+Office SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingComedyLove At First SightSuperior-Subordinate RelationshipTeam Leader Male Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 53% similarity match.

In his role as a team leader at So What Media, Seo I Jun is known for his tough demeanor and high expectations of his content production team. Despite being seen as a strict and unwavering leader, I Jun finds himself taken aback when the new employee, Jung HaRam, starts to challenge his beliefs, particularly when it comes to love. Ha Ram's openness and sincerity about love contrasts with I Jun's skepticism, leading to a complex dynamic between the two. As they navigate their differences and share their personal struggles, their relationship evolves, raising the question of whether they can overcome their pasts and embrace true love.

Recommendation: I'd Rather Quit Than Die, Director!: Uncut Version similar to The New Employee
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I'd Rather Quit Than Die, Director!: Uncut Version(죽느니 퇴사하겠습니다, 이사님!: 무삭제판)

2025South Korea
Web Novel AdaptationGay LeadGay RomanceOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAssistant Manager Male LeadFilmed VerticallyShort Length Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Web Novel Adaptation, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 50% similarity match.

After experiencing a tragic accident and being pushed aside at work, Seo Jin U finds himself waking up in the past unexpectedly. He is back to the moment before his concept was stolen and makes the bold decision to resign. However, everything changes when Executive Director Baek Ui Hyeon utters a single phrase, leading him to take on the role of project leader instead.

Recommendation: My Damn Business similar to The New Employee
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My Damn Business(마이 댐 비즈니스)

2024South Korea
Gay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingManga Artist Supporting CharacterTeam Leader Male LeadWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 50% similarity match.

Sales Team 2 was informed about the dissolution due to the ongoing management crisis at the company. Team Leader Han was left to handle the closure of business with partner companies he had been managing within a three-month timeframe. To assist him, Yun, an assistant manager from the support team, was assigned to Sales Team 2. As they found themselves alone in the office, Han couldn't ignore Yun's distant attitude. A minor incident occurred, sparking a shift in their dynamic. (GND STUDIO YouTube)

Recommendation: My Enemy Has a Crush on Me similar to The New Employee
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My Enemy Has a Crush on Me(我的死对头暗恋我)

2025China
BusinessGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+Office SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingFilmed VerticallyOffice Worker Supporting CharacterShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 47% similarity match.

Fu Ci and Jiang Nai have been competitors since they were young. Now, as grown-ups working at the same company, they are both vying for the same promotion. A failed attempt at expressing love leads them to reevaluate their emotions for each other (ellsieee Tumblr)

Recommendation: My Stubborn similar to The New Employee
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My Stubborn(ไหนเฮียบอกไม่ชอบเด็ก)

2025Thailand
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+Office SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapBisexual Male LeadEnemies To LoversSexual Content

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 47% similarity match.

Jun, a playful intern skilled at getting under people's skin, and Sorn, a methodical man who has a strong aversion to kids like him, have clashed since their initial encounter. With pranks ranging from adding salt to toothpaste to misplacing personal items, Jun's relentless antics have fueled Sorn's deep-seated dislike for him. However, destiny has a quirky sense of timing. When Jun unexpectedly encounters Sorn in a peculiar scenario, what begins as an awkward moment quickly evolves into a complex relationship. The man who once firmly stated, “I don’t like kids,” finds himself gradually affected by new and unfamiliar feelings. As they transition from conflict to intimacy, the boundary between irritation and fondness starts to fade.

Recommendation: My Colleague at BL Shop Might Be the Meant-to-Be similar to The New Employee
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My Colleague at BL Shop Might Be the Meant-to-Be(BL店同事大概是我的命定之人)

2023Hong Kong
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingCo-workers' RelationshipPart-time Worker Male LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 47% similarity match.

Shing, a student studying Chinese literature, begins working part-time at a bookstore that specializes in BL books

Recommendation: Company Romance similar to The New Employee
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Company Romance(사내 로맨스)

2021South Korea
Gay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 47% similarity match.

Recommendation: Loy Kaew First Love similar to The New Employee
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Loy Kaew First Love(ลอยแก้ว)

2025Thailand
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomance

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 46% similarity match.

Loy, a compassionate farmer's son, develops feelings for Kaew, the son of the village headman and his dear friend. Their love story encounters obstacles posed by Kaew's sister and Phat, both of whom have feelings for Loy. With Phat determined to ruin him, Kaew is faced with a dilemma: should he defend Loy?

Recommendation: I'd Rather Quit Than Die, Director! similar to The New Employee
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I'd Rather Quit Than Die, Director!(죽느니 퇴사하겠습니다, 이사님!)

2025South Korea
Web Novel AdaptationGay RomanceLGBTQ+Office Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Web Novel Adaptation, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 44% similarity match.

After experiencing a tragic accident at work, Seo Jin U finds himself waking up in the past. Determined to prevent his idea from being stolen again, he chooses to resign. However, Executive Director Baek Ui Hyeon's words change his mind, leading him to take on the role of project lead instead. (

Recommendation: 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 similar to The New Employee
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10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40(40までにしたい10のこと)

2025Japan
Gay LeadGay RomanceOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingAge GapAge GapHeight DifferenceOlder Man-Younger Man

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Gay Lead, Gay Romance, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 44% similarity match.

Tojo Suzume, who has remained unattached for more than a decade, leads a routine life oscillating between his workplace and home. As he approaches his 40th birthday in just three months, he experiences a sudden urge to make changes. In response, Suzume compiles a list entitled "10 things I want to do before I turn 40," fueled by his newfound urgency. The list includes items like "Have a takoyaki party," "Revamp my wardrobe," and "Find a partner." Unfortunately, this list is inadvertently discovered by Tanaka Keiji, an attractive junior colleague. At Keiji’s encouragement, they agree to tackle the list together. Their previously mundane lives transform into enjoyable adventures shared between them. As they embark on this journey, they evolve into "special individuals," moving beyond the typical boundaries of employer and employee, as well as bridging the gap created by their age difference. This captivating tale explores the gradual closeness that develops between them and the romantic journey of an adult who finds love after a long absence. (Adapted from the manga series "40 Made ni Shitai 10 no Koto" by Mamita.)

Recommendation: Super Rookie similar to The New Employee
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Super Rookie(신입사원)

2005South Korea
BusinessDramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingComedy

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 43% similarity match.

Super Rookie is a witty comedy that inspires and empowers young individuals facing challenging times. The narrative follows a young man named Kang Ho, who unexpectedly lands a position at a prestigious firm, LK, due to a glitch in the computer system. Lacking a notable family or educational background, he is often viewed as a slacker by conventional standards. To make matters worse, he appears to dedicate his life to reading comic books, playing cards, and kickboxing. Nonetheless, he possesses a vibrant spirit, street smarts, athleticism, loyalty, and charm, particularly around women. The drama unfolds his journey into this new role, his experiences at work, and the relationships and passions that shape his life in an engaging manner. Despite the challenges he faces, he remains undeterred. Kang Ho's optimistic attitude, along with Mi Ok's determination to enhance her circumstances, offers today's youth a chance to reflect on their own lives and consider what is genuinely significant.

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The Luminous Begins(แสงแรกรัก)

2025Thailand
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceFantasy

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Bad to Bed similar to The New Employee
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Bad to Bed(睡睡你的愛,睡睡我的愛)

2024Taiwan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceSleep Disorder

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The Sleep God became infatuated with a charming shepherd and bestowed upon him the unique ability to remain awake with his eyes open, allowing him to continuously captivate the Sleep God with his attractiveness. However, for individuals struggling with insomnia, could this gift be seen as both a blessing and a curse? Renowned social media influencer Wan Xiong unexpectedly grapples with insomnia one fateful night, initially hoping it would pass, only to realize it marks the start of a challenging physical and mental ordeal. As Wan Xiong sets off on this difficult journey, he encounters five young men who may hold the key to unlocking the mystery behind his sleeplessness. Can Wan Xiong discover the underlying cause of his insomnia through his interactions with these individuals? (BLtai)

Recommendation: Muchaburi!: Watashi ga Shachou ni Naru nante similar to The New Employee
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Muchaburi!: Watashi ga Shachou ni Naru nante(ムチャブリ! わたしが社長になるなんて)

2022Japan
BusinessDramaMiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingBoss-Employee RelationshipLove TriangleOffice Worker Female LeadSecretary Female Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 41% similarity match.

Takanashi Hinako, a 30-year-old woman working as a secretary at Relation Gate for 8 years, is often given challenging tasks by the company's dynamic president. This has kept her single for the last 6 years and occupied her time, leaving her little opportunity to plan for the future. Unexpectedly, the president assigns her a daunting new challenge - to become the president of the company's subsidiary. (News Yahoo)

Recommendation: Running After the Love similar to The New Employee
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Running After the Love(大猫儿追爱记)

2015China
DramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting Character

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

The storyline revolves around a group of young individuals transitioning into the workforce, experiencing the ups and downs of life, and ultimately discovering their own paths and love stories. (Le.com)

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Blue Boys Part 2(블루보이즈 Part 2)

2024South Korea
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: I'm a Fool for You Season 4 similar to The New Employee
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I'm a Fool for You Season 4(那個傻的 請一直傻下去 第四季)

2024Hong Kong
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Hin and Hugo reunite once more, pondering whether they could truly find happiness if they were still in a relationship. (Omnia Thought YouTube)

Recommendation: Sametara Dose Wasureru Yume de mo similar to The New Employee
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Sametara Dose Wasureru Yume de mo(醒めたらどうせ忘れる夢でも)

2024Japan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Ryo and Kaoru have gone their separate ways. Ryo is currently in a relationship with Kota, a married colleague, while Kaoru is sharing a room with Aoi as they both pursue acting careers. Despite their efforts to move forward, memories of their time together linger. (bldramas.com)

Recommendation: The Best Day similar to The New Employee
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The Best Day(최고의 하루)

2022South Korea
DramaMiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Company Love similar to The New Employee
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Company Love(직장연애사)

2007South Korea
DramaMiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Female LeadOffice Worker Supporting Character

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 40% similarity match.

This story revolves around coworkers in the workplace who develop romantic feelings for one another.

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I'm a Fool for You 3(那個傻的 請一直傻下去 第三季)

2022Hong Kong
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Three adolescent males who were once romantically involved reunite after a period of separation. They are now continuing on their individual paths, each feeling the pain of the world's darkness. Is there a hopeful future to look forward to? (OmniaThought YouTube)

Recommendation: You Are Mine similar to The New Employee
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You Are Mine(絕對佔領)

2023Taiwan
Gay LeadGay RomanceOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingComedyInnocent Male LeadKidnappingManager Male LeadSecretary Male Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Gay Lead, Gay Romance, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 39% similarity match.

Yao Shun Yu, a bright and hopeful young man, secures a position as a secretary at the thriving internet marketing firm Tianxia, aiming to help his diligent parents. Upon arrival, he discovers that he will be assisting the strict General Manager Xia Shang Zhou instead of the friendly interviewer, Li Hui Wang. Despite a rocky beginning, Shun Yu is committed to staying on, motivated by the generous salary, a guidebook on the boss, and the backing of his coworkers who are grateful he is tackling the challenging role. After all, he has experience handling difficult customers at his parents' eatery.

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Roommates of Poongduck 304(풍덕빌라 304호의 사정)

2022South Korea
BusinessGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceBisexual Male LeadHousemates' RelationshipLandlord Male LeadSuperior-Subordinate RelationshipTeam Leader Male Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 39% similarity match.

Ji Ho Jun, a carefree third-generation chaebol from Guemman Group, is given a challenging task by his father: 1. To leave home with no money and survive independently for two years, and 2. To excel as a team leader in the new business division of Guemman Group. Ho Jun is forced out of his home and relocates to Villa in a BMW Convertible. Upon his arrival, Seo Jae Yun, the villa owner, dismisses him as a flashy man driving an expensive car with no money. However, they soon discover they are colleagues within the same company, with Ho Jun as the team leader and Seo Jae Yun as his subordinate. How will their relationship unfold?

Recommendation: Uketsuke no Jo similar to The New Employee
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Uketsuke no Jo(受付のジョー)

2022Japan
BusinessDramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadWorkplace Setting

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Drama, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

Jo Takumi has been employed as a sales representative at an advertising firm for the past three years. Despite appearing confident, he constantly strives to meet the expectations of his colleagues. Surprisingly, his proposal to modernize the reception area, initially deemed unlikely to be approved, is given the green light. Jo Takumi is subsequently tasked with overseeing the dismissal of reception staff members, a decision that is met with resistance from the team. In an effort to better comprehend their roles, Jo Takumi decides to work alongside the reception team. Witnessing firsthand the challenges they face, his perspective on the necessity of layoffs begins to shift. Additionally, Jo Takumi harbors feelings for a female coworker within the company, with both of them having joined the firm at a similar time.

Recommendation: Keiyaku Kekkon similar to The New Employee
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Keiyaku Kekkon(契約結婚)

2005Japan
DramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingFemale Chases Male FirstMarriage Of ConvenienceOffice Worker Female Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

Shintaro and Masako are colleagues who have developed romantic feelings for each other. Despite Shintaro's skepticism about lasting love, he suggests a temporary contract marriage to Masako, which she agrees to out of love for him. This arrangement, initially seen as practical, ends up causing a whirlwind of emotions and complications with those around them. The characters' egos play a significant role in shaping their lives and relationships, driving the unfolding drama. (Fuji TV)

Recommendation: Tutorial similar to The New Employee
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Tutorial(튜토리얼)

2022South Korea
MiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Miniseries, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

A web series about workplace romance that explores the subtle relationships that often develop among young professionals. It follows the ups and downs of individuals navigating their first experiences with love, set against the backdrop of a company and a book club.

Recommendation: Bad Guy similar to The New Employee
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Bad Guy(Bad Guy)

2024South Korea
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceGay RelationshipShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Former partners Tae Ha and Ji Un reunite at a coffee shop

Recommendation: Today Office Tomorrow Romance similar to The New Employee
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Today Office Tomorrow Romance(오늘은 오피스 내일은 로맨스)

2020South Korea
DramaMiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 38% similarity match.

Kang Hye Mi has been employed at KS International for four years. Once brimming with confidence and energy, she has lost her self-assurance and belief in romantic love after catching her deceitful ex-boyfriend in an act of infidelity. Compounding her distress, her ex is the general manager at her workplace, making it impossible for her to steer clear of him. Following their breakup, office gossip has turned her into a subject of various rumors. The pressure and challenges she faces have led her to frequently contemplate resigning. One day, while heading to work, she encounters Na Jung Gook, which causes her to miss the bus and ultimately jeopardizes an important presentation. Ironically, Na Jung Gook is set to join Kang Hye Mi's team as a new hire, where they will become mentor and mentee. Na Jung Gook stands out as a newcomer with a genuine passion for his work, unafraid of engaging with his superiors, and strives to maintain a healthy work-life balance. As Kang Hye Mi collaborates with Na Jung Gook, she finds herself drawn to him more and more. The history between Kang Hye Mi and Na Jung Gook is...

Recommendation: I'm a Fool for You similar to The New Employee
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I'm a Fool for You(那個傻的,請一直傻下去)

2021Hong Kong
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceLove TriangleShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

After graduating from high school, three childhood friends lost touch with each other. It wasn't until four years later that they coincidentally crossed paths again. Despite the passage of time and changes in their lives, conflicts arose among them. (Omnia Thought YouTube)

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Kiss x Kiss x Kiss: Perfect Scandal(キス×kiss×キス ~パーフェクトスキャンダル~)

2022Japan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+Office Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceAnthologyInfidelityShort Length SeriesStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadYouth

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Romance themes with a 37% similarity match.

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Old Fashion Cupcake(オールドファッションカップケーキ)

2022Japan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceAge GapBoss-Employee RelationshipLifeOlder Man-Younger ManSecret CrushSuperior-Subordinate Relationship

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 37% similarity match.

The daily routine of Nozue, a 39-year-old man, consists of sleeping, waking up, and working. This routine brings him comfort but also feels burdensome to Togawa, his 29-year-old reliable subordinate. Unexpectedly, they find themselves at a pancake shop filled with lively girls. (Mangaupdates) Based on the manga "Old-Fashioned Cupcake" by Sagan Sagan.

Recommendation: Bokura Teki ni wa Risou no Rakugo similar to The New Employee
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Bokura Teki ni wa Risou no Rakugo(僕ら的には理想の落語)

2021Japan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceRakugo

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

A storyteller who enjoys BL content shares a tale while a duo engages in a rakugo performance

Recommendation: New Normal Zine similar to The New Employee
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New Normal Zine(뉴노멀진)

2022South Korea
DramaLGBTQ+RomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingEditor Female Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, LGBTQ+, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 36% similarity match.

Cha Ji Min is an unmarried woman who embraces a slower pace of life. Previously employed as a local news journalist at a magazine focusing on current events, Cha Ji Min found herself without a job when the magazine folded. She then transitioned to the role of editor at the digital publication "New Normal Zine," which falls under the same corporate umbrella. Her new superior at the magazine is Chief Editor Song Ro Ji, with whom Cha Ji Min shares a history, having both joined the parent company in the same year. Song Ro Ji, a dedicated workaholic, contrasts starkly with Cha Ji Min in terms of work ethic. As she navigates this new environment, Cha Ji Min endeavors to adapt and thrive in her new role.

Recommendation: Chubo no Alice: Bokutachi no Renai Jijo similar to The New Employee
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Chubo no Alice: Bokutachi no Renai Jijo(【厨房のありす】僕たちの恋愛事情)

2024Japan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+RomanceGay Relationship

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, and Romance themes with a 36% similarity match.

Yamaguchi Reo and Nomura Eita, a couple attending university and majoring in organic chemistry, experience a conflict when Eita becomes envious of Reo's relationships with female friends. Simultaneously, a search for a missing cat commences on the campus. While searching separately, both Reo and Eita reminisce about their past. Reo is open about his homosexuality, whereas Eita prefers to keep it hidden. Despite being drawn to each other, they struggle to bridge the gap between their values. How will they reconcile their differences and form a relationship?

Recommendation: Third Country similar to The New Employee
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Third Country(第三國度)

2017China
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceCountryside SettingHomophobiaSocial IssuesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Reluctant to confront his father's death on his own in Li Jiang, Lin Qing Yu found himself in a predicament after losing his wallet. He was offered a job as a teacher for the Naxi community, where he formed a bond with a local named A Ren. As their relationship deepened, they exchanged tokens of affection. However, when their unconventional feelings blossomed in the secluded mountains inhabited by ethnic minorities, A Ren faced a difficult decision between tradition and love.

Recommendation: Office Watch similar to The New Employee
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Office Watch(오피스워치)

2017South Korea
DramaMiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingComedyOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

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Polyethylene Terephthalate(ポリエチレンテレフタレート)

2023Japan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceCohabitationNudityPartial NudityWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Ryo and Kaoru became acquainted with each other's emotions following a gathering with friends where alcohol was consumed

Recommendation: Work & Love Balance similar to The New Employee
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Work & Love Balance(워러밸)

2018South Korea
MiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingLifeOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Recommendation: Unicorn ni Notte similar to The New Employee
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Unicorn ni Notte(ユニコーンに乗って)

2022Japan
BusinessDramaMiniseriesOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingCEO Female LeadDifficult AdulthoodLifeSecret Crush

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Drama, Miniseries, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

Narukawa Sana, a young entrepreneur, established the startup "Dream Pony" specializing in educational apps at the age of 23. Despite her ambitious goal of turning "Dream Pony" into a unicorn company accessible worldwide within a decade, Narukawa has been disappointed by the lack of significant growth. Blinded by her dedication to work, Narukawa has neglected her personal life and romantic relationships. When middle-aged salaryman Kotori Satoshi joins "Dream Pony" after a career change, Narukawa initially resists him but eventually warms up as Kotori shares valuable insights from his own experiences. Meanwhile, Narukawa's co-founder Suzaki Ko harbors unrequited feelings for her, which are further complicated by Kotori's presence. The team finds themselves entangled in a complex web of work and love.

Recommendation: Back to My First Love similar to The New Employee
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Back to My First Love(回到那一天的初戀)

2022Taiwan
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Development of emotions among a group of four friends who have known each other since childhood

Recommendation: Miss Devil: HR's Devil Mako Tsubaki similar to The New Employee
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Miss Devil: HR's Devil Mako Tsubaki(Missデビル 人事の悪魔・椿眞子)

2018Japan
BusinessDramaMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadWorkplace SettingBadass Female LeadLawOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Business, Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, and Workplace Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

Saito Hiroshi, a compassionate individual raised in a supportive household, is about to embark on a career at a well-established insurance firm. On his first day, he encounters the stringent HR staff member, Tsubaki Mako. The new hires begin a two-week training period, during which Mako instructs them to compose a "retirement wish" as their initial task. Mako informs the group that only 10 out of the 50 recruits will be selected to continue after the training.

Recommendation: Konya wa Konoji de Season 2 similar to The New Employee
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Konya wa Konoji de Season 2(今夜はコの字で シーズン2)

2022Japan
DramaOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingNovel AdaptationFoodFriendshipLife

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

Tanaka Keiko traveled overseas to receive culinary education, while Yoshioka Toshinori refrained from visiting the U-shaped bar because of his affection for Keiko. They reunite after a two-year separation. (wiki.d-addicts)

Recommendation: SWAP (2016) similar to The New Employee
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SWAP (2016)(错生)

2016China
DramaGay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceFantasyLesbian LeadLesbian RomanceMultiple Mains

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 35% similarity match.

Throughout the years, Owen has struggled with grief over his brother, feeling trapped in his sorrow. However, everything changes when he meets Bare, a lonely courier at Yuwen Entertainment Company. Bare not only captivates Owen with his charm, but also bears a striking resemblance to his brother. As Owen falls for Bare, he becomes overprotective and goes out of his way to ensure his happiness. At the same time, Bare forms a connection with a security guard who shares his solitude and protective nature. In a world with countless individuals, can love conquer loneliness for them all?

Recommendation: Pure Melo District similar to The New Employee
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Pure Melo District(청정멜로구역)

2020South Korea
DramaMiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingChildhood Friends RelationshipLifeLove TriangleMelodramaNice Male LeadOffice Worker Female LeadWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 35% similarity match.

"Why must I decide between my job, love, and friendships?" This narrative revolves around the romantic relationship of office colleagues Seol and Jung Woo, alongside Seol's childhood friend Tae Hwan, who joins the company KOGAS. (Kpopmap)

Recommendation: Wrong Number (2025) similar to The New Employee
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Wrong Number (2025)(잘못 울린 전화)

2025South Korea
Gay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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A single incorrect digit can have a significant impact

Recommendation: DogBro similar to The New Employee
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DogBro(หมาน้อง)

2025Thailand
DramaGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceNovel AdaptationComedy

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Meen, a fifth-year medical student, enjoys a dedicated academic lifestyle enriched by the delightful presence of friends such as Bon, Flint, Kim, Baikhao, and Pokpong. One day, Meen's mother sends Tul, the son of a close friend who has recently passed the entrance exam for engineering at Chiang Mai University, the country's premier institution, to stay with Meen and tasks him with looking after Tul. Meen views this as a favorable chance for Tul to move into a dormitory close to the university, allowing Tul to take care of Nirand instead. However, before the move, Meen discovers that beneath Tul’s academic success lies a battle with depression. Motivated by his medical knowledge and empathy, Meen selflessly decides to forgo the dormitory arrangement to support and care for Tul. As they share living space for a time, their bond evolves from mere “brothers” into something deeper. Both face the dilemma of whether to pursue a romantic relationship or to remain just “brothers” in order to achieve their personal aspirations.

Recommendation: Virtual Excitement similar to The New Employee
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Virtual Excitement(두근두근 가상연애)

2016South Korea
MiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

On his initial day at the company, Kim Min Kyu is unexpectedly approached by someone who inquires if he is familiar with himself

Recommendation: Will Be Okay, Never Die similar to The New Employee
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Will Be Okay, Never Die(괜찮아 안죽어)

2019South Korea
DramaMiniseriesOffice SettingRomanceWorkplace RomanceWorkplace SettingHardworking Female LeadOffice Worker Female LeadShort Length SeriesSuperior-Subordinate RelationshipWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Drama, Miniseries, Office Setting, Romance, Workplace Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

Oh Min Joo is a new office worker who aspires to leave her job. She goes through the various challenges and triumphs typical of the workplace, embodying the sentiments of individuals in their 20s and 30s who are part of the workforce. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Kiss de Fusaide, Barenaide. similar to The New Employee
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Kiss de Fusaide, Barenaide.(キスでふさいで、バレないで。)

2025Japan
MiniseriesOffice SettingOffice Worker Male LeadRomanceWorkplace SettingAdapted From A MangaOffice Worker Female Lead

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Miniseries, Office Setting, Office Worker Male Lead, Romance, and Workplace Setting themes with a 33% similarity match.

One evening, Kaede finds herself locked out in the hallway at work by accident. Luckily, Shioya, the person she has feelings for, happens to come by and helps her out, leading to her staying over at his place for the night. Unexpectedly, Shioya's roommate Mizoguchi arrives home and the two of them end up hiding in the closet. To Kaede's surprise, Mizoguchi is actually her direct supervisor at work. As they try to remain unnoticed, Kaede and Shioya find themselves in a close and intimate position, with Shioya even kissing Kaede's chest. Despite the awkward situation, Kaede is thrilled to be getting closer to Shioya, whom she admires in secret. Shioya gazes at her with a combination of coolness and kindness. The involvement of Mizoguchi, Shioya's roommate, signals the start of a love triangle.

Recommendation: Only for Fans similar to The New Employee
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Only for Fans(오직, 팬)

2024South Korea
Gay LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+MiniseriesRomanceFan Male LeadWeb Series

Like The New Employee, this drama also features Gay Lead, Gay Romance, LGBTQ+, Miniseries, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Danny, an independent content producer on an online platform, is surprised when approached by Ho Yeon, a dedicated viewer who has been following his channel for a long time. (flyingpenguin YouTube)