The Next Life Is To Marry You - Asian drama recommendation
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The Next Life Is To Marry You(下辈子还嫁给你)

2013China
ActionFamilyHistorical

Asian dramas like
The Next Life Is To Marry You

Recommendation: Tian Xia Xiong Di similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Tian Xia Xiong Di(天下兄弟)

2008China
ActionFamilyHistoricalMilitary

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action, Family, and Historical themes with a 75% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a pair of identical twins who are separated at birth, with one growing up in a rural setting while the other is brought up in the household of a prominent military figure

Recommendation: Sister-in-law, Sister-in-law similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Sister-in-law, Sister-in-law(嫂子·嫂子)

2015China
ActionHistorical

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 67% similarity match.

In the town at the junction of the northern provinces of Jinchaji, a newlywed woman named Yun Ding Jiabao faced the tragic loss of her husband during the war with the Japanese. Overcoming her grief, Yun Ding Jiabao displayed remarkable perseverance and wisdom, leading the village women in a determined resistance against the Japanese invaders to protect their homeland. Initially, the women's group, led by Yun Ding Jiabao, relied on their martial arts skills to evade the enemy and escape persecution, gradually moving to a safer location. The unwavering courage and fearless spirit of Yun Ding Jiabao and her companions deeply impressed Sheng Liang, a soldier of the Eighth Route Army who was stationed nearby by the Communist Party to provide protection and supplies. Under Sheng Liang's guidance, the women's group grew stronger in their fight against the Japanese, while also mobilizing the local community to carry out secret missions that dealt significant blows to the enemy forces.

Recommendation: My Dear Families similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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My Dear Families(我最爱的家人)

2022China
FamilyHistorical

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 67% similarity match.

Neighbors Tong Tie Jun and Lin Hai Yan have been in a long-standing relationship on Sunrise Street. When Tong Tie Jun gets into an accident, Lin Hai Yan marries Chen Yao Wu from the same neighborhood to save him. Unfortunately, Chen Yao Wu passes away shortly after their marriage. Lin Hai Yan then takes on the responsibility of caring for Tong's mother Yao Yu Ling, Chen's mother Lu Da Ying, and Chen Yao Wu's two children from a previous marriage: Chen Feng Shou and Chen Sheng Li. Through her two marriages, Lin Hai Yan resolves family conflicts with love and sincerity.

Recommendation: Da Zhai Yuan De Nv Ren similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Da Zhai Yuan De Nv Ren(大宅院的女人)

2009China
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

The primary focus of the play revolves around a man and five women embroiled in a battle over family inheritance within the Bai family's mansion, which operated a bank in the city during the Republic of China era

Recommendation: Living Pride similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Living Pride(人活一张脸)

2009China
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

"Living Pride" is a family-oriented drama portraying the everyday lives of a typical family amidst three decades of transformations, offering a glimpse into the lives of regular individuals following the nation's reform

Recommendation: Family Portrait (2010) similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Family Portrait (2010)(全家福)

2010China
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

This play narrates the tale of three decades of changes and economic liberalization in a northern village

Recommendation: Zan Ba Zan Ma Liu Shi Nian similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Zan Ba Zan Ma Liu Shi Nian(咱爸咱妈六十年)

2009China
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Describes the journey of two elderly comrades and their six-decade-long marriage, capturing the various challenges and joys they have experienced throughout their life together

Recommendation: Mom's Romance similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Mom's Romance(妈妈的罗曼史)

2011China
FamilyHistoricalRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Jiang Shan Feng Yu Ji Duo Qing similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
50%Match
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Jiang Shan Feng Yu Ji Duo Qing(江山风雨几多情)

2012China
ActionHistoricalWar

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Legend of General of Hong An similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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The Legend of General of Hong An(铁血红安)

2014China
ActionHistoricalWar

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

The film narrates the journey of General Liu Tong Luo of Hong An, as he guides his comrades to join the Red Army of the Workers & Peasants, aiding them in their growth and ascent to revolutionary positions.

Recommendation: My Sister-in-Law similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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My Sister-in-Law(我的小姨)

2017China
FamilyHistoricalRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Sound of the Bell at Shanghai Bund similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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The Sound of the Bell at Shanghai Bund(外滩钟声)

2018China
FamilyHistoricalRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

The tale of an ordinary family residing in the narrow streets of historical Shanghai spans from the Cultural Revolution to the era of reform and opening. Du Xin Sheng and Yu Pei Pei, childhood friends with a deep bond, navigate through challenging times. Pei Pei's grandmother, a conservatory professor, faces accusations of being reactionary by the Red Guards. To protect a valuable Italian cello in Pei Pei's possession, Xin Sheng seeks help from his father, a maintenance worker at the Bund bell tower, and they conceal the instrument there. As more youths are sent to rural areas, the Du family's eldest daughter, Xin Fang, decides to join them. However, when Xin Fang becomes pregnant while unmarried in the countryside, the Du family is confronted with a significant dilemma.

Recommendation: Yi Ma San Si Ling similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Yi Ma San Si Ling(一马三司令)

2019China
ActionHistoricalWar

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

The play narrates the tale of the Ma siblings, who bravely resisted the formidable Japanese invaders without submitting as slaves. They courageously rallied the students of Shandong Changshan Middle School and the nearby residents to rebel against the Japanese forces, engaging in a fierce battle until meeting their heroic end.

Recommendation: Eight Taels of Gold (2005) similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Eight Taels of Gold (2005)(八两金)

2005Taiwan
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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The Stories of Lion Rock Spirit(狮子山下的故事)

2022China
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Liang Huan, originally from the mainland, moved to Hong Kong in the 1980s with her daughter Li You Hao to reunite with her husband, Li Gao Shan. Unfortunately, Li Gao Shan passed away unexpectedly, leaving Liang Huan to manage his teahouse alone. Despite the challenges, Liang Huan remains strong and determined. With the help of Li Gao Shan's friends Luo Yi Tong and Lao Jin, as well as the teahouse staff, she perseveres. As Hong Kong returned to China in 1997, the younger generation, including Li You Hao, Luo Zi Liang, Luo Zi Kang, Lao Yong Yi, Lao Yong An, and Xie Lang Geng, had grown up and become productive members of society. They faced various crises such as the Asian financial crisis, the SARS epidemic, and the subprime mortgage crisis in the US. However, they continued to show resilience and the Lion Rock spirit in their careers, future plans, and relationships. They not only focused on expanding their businesses in Hong Kong but also ventured into Mainland China, believing in a brighter future as long as Hong Kong remains united with the motherland.

Recommendation: Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan(军营芝麻官)

2008China
ActionHistoricalMilitary

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

"Jun Ying Zhi Ma Guan" narrates the tale of contemporary armed forces

Recommendation: When Easterly Showers Fall on the Sunny West similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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When Easterly Showers Fall on the Sunny West(東山飄雨西關晴)

2008Hong Kong
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Chong Fung Yi left her firstborn son at birth to avoid the stigma of being an unwed mother. Despite her efforts to keep his identity a secret, her son Muk Hing eventually reconnects with her. Meanwhile, her younger son Cheuk Wah falls for Yip Heung Ching, but their differing social statuses and Fung Yi's disapproval stand in their way. As Heung Ching and Muk Hing grow closer, they face new challenges ahead.

Recommendation: Abarenbo Shogun Season 10 similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Abarenbo Shogun Season 10(暴れん坊将軍 10)

2000Japan
ActionHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Yoshimune Tokugawa serves as the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate and faces ongoing issues with troublemakers in Megumi, his city. Disguised as Tokuda Shinnosuke, he moves around the city to gather information firsthand with the help of his allies, including oniwaban (ninjas) and the captain of the Megumi fire company. Yoshimune uses the fire company as his headquarters while he is away from Himeji Castle. Although the captain and oniwaban are aware of his true identity, the rest of the city remains oblivious to his role as the Shogun. After solving crimes, Yoshimune confronts the culprits, who often attempt to attack him with samurai swords, unaware of his true identity. Yoshimune typically uses the blunt side of his sword to subdue them, reserving the sharp edge for only the most severe cases.

Recommendation: Abarenbo Shogun Season 11 similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Abarenbo Shogun Season 11(暴れん坊将軍 11)

2001Japan
ActionHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Tokugawa Yoshimune, the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate, faces ongoing challenges with troublemakers in his city of Megumi. Disguised as Tokuda Shinnosuke, a regular resident of Megumi, Yoshimune, also known as Shin-san, gathers information by blending in with the population. With the assistance of oniwaban (ninjas) and the captain of the Megumi fire company, Yoshimune operates from the fire company headquarters while away from Himeji Castle. Only a select few individuals, including the captain and oniwaban, are aware of Yoshimune's true identity. When Yoshimune solves crimes, he reveals himself to the perpetrators, who often attempt to attack him with samurai swords. However, Yoshimune typically uses the blunt side of his sword to subdue them without causing serious harm. He only resorts to using the sharp side in rare cases when dealing with particularly vicious adversaries.

Recommendation: Hakuouki similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Hakuouki(薄桜記)

2012Japan
ActionHistoricalMartial Arts

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Tange Tenzen becomes a vassal to the shogun and excels in the art of single long sword combat. After sacrificing his arm to defend his wife's honor, Nagao Chiharu, and losing his family in the process, Tenzen becomes a wandering samurai. He is rescued by Horibe Yasube, who later becomes a vassal of the Ako domain. Meanwhile, Tenzen becomes a bodyguard for Kira Kozukenosuke and finds himself in a showdown with the Ako samurai as a one-armed swordsman.

Recommendation: Chun Tian Hou Mu Xin similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Chun Tian Hou Mu Xin(春天后母心)

2006Taiwan
FamilyHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Female Warrior similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
50%Match
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The Female Warrior(罗龙镇女人)

2014China
ActionHistoricalDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hot Hearts Black Earth similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
50%Match
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Hot Hearts Black Earth(黑土熱血)

2017China
ActionHistoricalMilitary

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Diao Mang Gong Zhu Xiao Yao Wang similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
50%Match
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Diao Mang Gong Zhu Xiao Yao Wang(刁蛮公主逍遥王)

2002China
ActionHistoricalRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

The princess of the realm flees to escape an arranged marriage. Simultaneously, the groom also makes his escape.

Recommendation: Da Zhai Men Season 2 similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
50%Match
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Da Zhai Men Season 2(大宅門2)

2003China
FamilyHistoricalRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Primacy Teahouse similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Primacy Teahouse(第一茶莊)

2006China
FamilyHistoricalRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 50% similarity match.

On this particular day, the Zhao family was presented with a special gift by Emperor Guangxu - a plaque recognizing their teahouse as the finest in the region. Despite basking in the glory of this honor, their joy was short-lived when one of their ships was discovered to be carrying opium, leading to Zhao Ru Hai's arrest. Determined to clear his father's name, Zhao Tian Yu, the second son, embarked on a relentless quest for the truth. Along the way, he crossed paths with Shen Yu Qi, a tea picker. After a series of trials and tribulations, Shen Yu Qi eventually married Zhao Tian Yu, marking the beginning of an extraordinary chapter in their lives.

Recommendation: The Years of Passion Burning similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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The Years of Passion Burning(激情燃烧的岁月)

2001China
ActionFamilyHistoricalNovel AdaptationDramaRomanceWar

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action, Family, and Historical themes with a 43% similarity match.

As China was on the brink of being liberated, the young and lively Qin Qin caught the attention of Shi Guang Rong during a welcoming ceremony for the troops entering the city. Impressed by her, Shi Guang Rong wasted no time in proposing to Qin Qin's parents. With their approval, a modest military wedding was arranged for the couple. This decision angered Xie Feng, who harbored strong feelings for Qin Qin and was driven to seek revenge. What unfolds is a display of a soldier's unwavering love for his wife, as he goes to great lengths to ensure her safety, even at the expense of everything he holds dear.

Recommendation: The Hunters (2013) similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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The Hunters (2013)(猎狼人)

2013China
ActionHistoricalAdventureDrama

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

"The Hunters" narrates the tale of a team of werewolf hunters under the command of the Dragon King during the 1940s, who cross paths with three courageous women entangled in a long-standing conflict

Recommendation: Lock Dream similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Lock Dream(锁梦楼)

2012China
FamilyHistoricalDramaRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: The War of Beauties similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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The War of Beauties(爱情悠悠药草香)

2013China
FamilyHistoricalHaremRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: A Legend of Chinese Immortal similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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A Legend of Chinese Immortal(剑侠)

2014China
ActionHistoricalComedyFantasy

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Four different editions were launched: 76 episodes / 62 episodes (Full version) 60 episodes / 56 episodes (Internet version)

Recommendation: Yong Yi Sheng Qu Ai Ni similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Yong Yi Sheng Qu Ai Ni(用一生去爱你)

2014China
FamilyHistoricalDramaRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Flying Bros Team similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
40%Match
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Flying Bros Team(飞哥战队)

2017China
ActionHistoricalDramaPolitical

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Follows the journey of the Flying Bros Team members amidst the Anti-Japanese Conflict

Recommendation: Above the Clouds Season 2 similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Above the Clouds Season 2(云巅之上第2季)

2017China
ActionHistoricalMelodramaRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Above the Clouds (2017) similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
40%Match
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Above the Clouds (2017)(云巅之上)

2017China
ActionHistoricalMelodramaRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

A young woman from a rural area decides to pursue a career in acting, starting from the bottom. She encounters a cynical and egotistical celebrity who eventually develops feelings for her. Jian Xi relocates from her small town to Beijing in search of her birth mother. Through a twist of fate, she becomes involved in the entertainment industry and must compete against other up-and-coming actresses for a shot at stardom. Along the way, she captures the heart of the conceited top actor Tang Fei with her natural charm and dedication to her craft.

Recommendation: My Summer Vacation similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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My Summer Vacation(ぼくの夏休み)

2012Japan
FamilyHistoricalDramaTime Travel

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

A pair of siblings journey to a previous time period

Recommendation: Burning Flame Season 2 similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Burning Flame Season 2(烈火雄心II)

2002Hong Kong
ActionFamilyDramaRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Family with a 40% similarity match.

Life's journey is full of twists and challenges, and no one is exempt from facing obstacles. This holds true for firefighters who risk their lives to save others. When firefighter Kei Tak Tin loses his wife, his dedication to his job wavers. Can he stay focused on his important mission in the face of personal tragedy? Experienced commander Tong Ming has battled many fires, yet struggles to manage his team effectively. Choi Nam Fung's girlfriend leaves him due to his lack of career prospects, prompting him to pursue a career as a firefighter. However, his new girlfriend worries about his safety. Will he sacrifice his dream job for love? Lifesaver Chung Yan Yee appears strong and composed, but carries a secret past that haunts her. Will her past affect her future in the lifesaving profession? Ming's wife, Kong Yat Ngor, relies heavily on him and faces added pressure in their relationship. After their separation, can she find the strength to move forward? Yip Heung Yeung is in love with her martial arts instructor, who also happens to be Fung's trainer. When Fung becomes her support after a tragedy, can they overcome their hesitations and find love together? Remember, life is precious, so rise stronger after every fall.

Recommendation: River of Wine similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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River of Wine(九江十二坊)

2011Hong Kong
FamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionQing Dynasty

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

The narrative is set during the Qing Dynasty and focuses on the Sung and Leung clans. Kwan Wai Lan runs a small enterprise with her eldest son, Leung Jing Yiu, her second son, Leung Jing Hong, her third daughter, Leung Sau Man, and her youngest daughter, Leung Sau Yin. Yiu used to work at the Jiujiang brewery before a calamity drastically changed the destinies of both the Leung and Sung families.

Recommendation: Golden Bowl (2023) similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Golden Bowl (2023)(黃金萬両)

2023Hong Kong
FamilyHistoricalComedyMiniseries

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

The art of noodle making has been passed down to the current generation with Man Shui, Man Ni, and Man Sai learning from their father and opening their own noodle shops. The competition between the three shops on the same street has escalated, causing tension among their wives - Lung Kau, Fok Siu Yuk, and Kam Chi. Madam Man Ji ChinHung, the mother of the siblings, has refrained from getting involved in the rivalry as she faces a dilemma. Just before Chinese New Year's Eve, Chin Hung has a dream of her late husband advising her to restore order among her sons. She decides to use the legend of the Golden Bowl, a gift from the Emperor, to bring her sons together by having them stay at their old home from the first to the seventh of January. Through observing their behavior and participation in traditional Chinese New Year activities, she aims to unite the three families.

Recommendation: Abarenbo Shogun Season 12 similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Abarenbo Shogun Season 12(暴れん坊将軍 12)

2002Japan
ActionHistoricalDramaMiniseries

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Yoshimune Tokugawa serves as the 8th Shogun of the Tokugawa Shogunate. He faces ongoing issues with troublemakers causing chaos in Megumi, his city. To investigate these matters firsthand, Lord Tokugawa disguises himself as Tokuda Shinnosuke, an ordinary resident of Megumi, with the help of his trusted companions. Known as Shin-san to the locals, he collaborates with oniwaban (ninjas) and the leader of the Megumi fire brigade. Yoshimune utilizes the fire brigade headquarters as his temporary residence outside of Himeji Castle. While the fire brigade leader and oniwaban are aware of his true identity, the rest of the city remains oblivious to his status as the Shogun. Upon resolving the criminal activities, Yoshimune confronts the culprits, who often draw their samurai swords in an attempt to harm him without realizing his true identity. In most situations, Yoshimune skillfully handles the situation without causing serious harm, opting to use the blunt side of his sword. Only in extreme cases does he resort to using the sharp edge of his blade, demonstrating the severity of the circumstances.

Recommendation: Satokibi Batake no Uta similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Satokibi Batake no Uta(さとうきび畑の唄)

2003Japan
FamilyHistoricalDramaWar

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Hirayama Koichi and Michiko, his spouse, ran away from Osaka to Okinawa, where they resided joyfully with their five offspring. As conflict broke out, their oldest child was conscripted into the Imperial army. With the war escalating, the family sought shelter away from the urban area. However, one by one, each child was called up to serve in different military branches and war-related organizations. Koichi was confronted with a moral quandary when he received orders to eliminate an injured American soldier.

Recommendation: Nogaremono Orin similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Nogaremono Orin(逃亡者おりん)

2006Japan
ActionHistoricalEdo PeriodHistorical Fiction

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

In the era of Edo under the rule of the ninth Shogun Ieshige, Orin's father was wrongly charged with trying to kill the previous Shogun Yoshimune. Following her father's instructions, Orin becomes a member of the covert assassination squad Tegusari-nin, led by Uemura Doetsu. Within the group, Orin bravely faces numerous threats. However, she eventually discovers that Doetsu is manipulating her for his own gain.

Recommendation: Toyama no Kin-san (2007) similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Toyama no Kin-san (2007)(遠山の金さん)

2007Japan
ActionHistoricalDramaMiniseries

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Recommendation: Kozure Shinbee similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
40%Match
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Kozure Shinbee(子連れ信兵衛)

2015Japan
FamilyHistoricalLifeMiniseries

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Roaming warrior Matsumura Shinbei makes a living by challenging and defeating martial arts schools with his exceptional swordsmanship skills. He enjoys a bachelor's carefree life in a tenement house. One day, fellow wandering samurai Okiishi Tonomo moves in with a baby boy named Tsurunosuke. Tonomo's home was recently destroyed, and his wife had passed away. Shinbei offers to help Tonomo if he ever needs assistance. The next day, Tonomo disappears, leaving Shinbei to care for Tsurunosuke despite his lack of experience. Shinbei becomes unexpectedly popular, as the residents of the tenement house seek his help with various issues, such as a couple's divorce struggle due to infertility, a young girl's scheme targeting the elderly, and the inadequate training of a coal merchant's unreliable male heir. This alcohol-loving and highly skilled wandering samurai faces challenges as he juggles caring for the baby and resolving issues in the city.

Recommendation: TV Novel: In Still Green Days similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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TV Novel: In Still Green Days(TV소설 그래도 푸르른 날에)

2015South Korea
FamilyHistoricalDramaRomance

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

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

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Brave Forward(新丁花開)

2014Taiwan
FamilyHistoricalDramaSlice Of Life

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 40% similarity match.

Chueh Pei Ying, a lawyer specializing in human rights, is surprised when a mysterious client offers to buy the rundown Tseng manor for a price much higher than the asking amount. Upon acquiring the property with ease, Pei Ying is approached by Chu Mei and Su Min, a mother and daughter claiming to be descendants of the Tseng family and the rightful owners of the manor. Initially skeptical, the mysterious client becomes intrigued by their assertions and requests Pei Ying to investigate further. Unbeknownst to her, this case will lead to uncovering a long-forgotten mystery from her own past.

Recommendation: Shao Nian Huang Fei Hong similar to The Next Life Is To Marry You
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Shao Nian Huang Fei Hong(少年黄飞鸿)

2002China
ActionFamilyHistoricalAdventureComedyMartial ArtsWuxiaYouth

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action, Family, and Historical themes with a 38% similarity match.

The show depicts the adolescence of Huang Fei Hong, a skilled martial artist who is notorious in Guangzhou for his mischievous behavior. His knack for causing trouble rivals that of his mother, much to the dismay of his respected father, Huang Qi Ying. However, Fei Hong is forced to confront the challenges of growing up after his mother dies in a suspicious fire and tragedy strikes the Huang family.

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Rush to Northeast(闯关东)

2008China
FamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionQing DynastyWorld War 2

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Family and Historical with a 33% similarity match.

Zhu Kai Shan's family migrated to Baishan Heishui from Shandong due to the impacts of war and famine. They engaged in various activities such as gold panning, logging, and ginseng collection, while also facing challenges from bandits, officials, and feudal systems. Despite numerous close calls with death, they eventually acquired their own farmland. However, they were considered outsiders by local tycoons who made their lives difficult. Through several conflicts, the Zhu family shared their advanced farming techniques from Shandong with the locals, forming strong bonds with them. Seeking further opportunities, Zhu Kai Shan led his family back to the city, determined not to fall prey to any threats.

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The Kungfu Kids(功夫小英雄)

2008China
Action

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Action with a 33% similarity match.

According to the tale, Meng Liang, a charismatic yet rebellious individual, has excelled in martial arts since childhood, despite failing the college entrance exam twice. A former lover of both academics and martial arts stepped in to train Meng Liang, aiming for a top three finish in the regional taekwondo competition. Along with attending cultural tuition classes, this was to secure Meng Liang's eligibility for special admission to North University of China.

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Cao Yun Ma Tou(漕运码头)

2009China
Historical

Like The Next Life Is To Marry You, this drama also features Historical with a 33% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around Ai Xin Jue Luo Tielin, the official in charge of Cang Chang in the Daoguang era of the Qing Dynasty