The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2 - Asian drama recommendation
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The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2(正阳门下小女人)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionLifePoliticalRomance

In 1955, the play begins with Xu Hui Zhen, who became a widow shortly after getting married. She now operates a small tavern that was passed down to her. Despite facing various challenges such as the socialist transformation of businesses, the Great Leap Forward, natural calamities, and the Cultural Revolution, Hui Zhen stays committed to her principles on managing the tavern. As economic reforms are eventually implemented, Hui Zhen and her tavern reap the rewards of her dedication and unwavering belief in her values.

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Recommendation: The Master of the House similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The Master of the House(大当家)

2014China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeRomanceDramaFriendship

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Romance themes with a 67% similarity match.

Cheng Yue Liang, a man with autism, is saved by his stepmother in a crucial accident after his father dies during the war with Japan in the 1940s. The narrative explores their tumultuous lives and close familial bond. The drama features acclaimed screenwriter Cheung Wah Biu, known for works like 'Moonlight Resonance', 'Rosy Business', 'No Regrets', and the 80s trilogy 'The Legend of the Condor Heroes'.

Recommendation: A Robbery similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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A Robbery(名门劫)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDysfunctional Family

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mother Married for Me similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Mother Married for Me(妈妈为我嫁)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

The drama narrates the tale of Hong Pei Shan, the Hong family's adopted daughter-in-law, who defied traditional practices and challenged destiny due to her romance with the Hong family's adopted son in the era of the Republic of China

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The Story Of Zheng Yang Gate(正阳门下)

2013China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

The melodrama depicts the journey of Han Chun Ming, a once educated young man. Upon his return to the city from a rural village, Han Chun Ming explores various avenues to sustain himself, such as running a street vendor stall. Through his perseverance and dedication, Han Chun Ming manages to save up enough money to start his own business and capture the affection of his desired romantic partner.

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Moment in Peking (2014)(新京华烟云)

2014China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceFriendship

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

The story revolves around three separate households in Beijing as they experience China's transition from a feudal society to a democracy. The themes of familial bonds, love, and patriotism are interconnected as individuals, both men and women, evolve in their relationships for the sake of love or friendship.

Recommendation: Mother's Life similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Mother's Life(娘道)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 63% similarity match.

Set in Shanxi during the early Republican era, the story centers around the Long family, a wealthy clan. The protagonist, Ying Niang, along with her children, face numerous challenges in a harsh world. Ying Gu, a young mistress of the affluent Long family, has three daughters during her eight-year marriage. Due to superstitions surrounding her third daughter, Ying Gu and her husband, Long Ji Zong, are compelled to leave with their daughter for her safety. Tragedy strikes when Xu Zhi passes away, leaving Ying Gu pregnant with his son and deserted by her in-laws. Facing rejection from her own family, Ying Gu is forced to marry an opium addict who callously sells her daughter for drugs. In a moment of desperation, Ying Gu starts a fire and is imprisoned. Despite giving birth to her son while incarcerated, her life post-release is grim. Long Yan Zong, her husband's younger twin, tries to assist, but the tumultuous times lead to her separation from her children. Determined to reunite her family, Ying Gu embarks on a challenging journey.

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Zou Xi Kou(走西口)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionLife

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 57% similarity match.

Recommendation: Bridge of Life and Death similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Bridge of Life and Death(生死桥)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

During their childhood, Huai Yu, Zhi Gao, and Dan Dan made a pact to be as close as siblings and visited a mysterious old eunuch for fortune-telling using divination sticks. However, the sticks were accidentally shuffled by the eunuch's cat before they could be interpreted. One stick mentioned preferring death over birth, another suggested life was better than death, and the third talked about dying and being reborn. The meaning behind these messages remains a mystery.

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Pretty Maid(大丫鬟)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Qin Yue Xiang, a former housekeeper, unintentionally causes the death of her husband who was a builder while trying to protect her 9-year-old daughter Sang Cai Qing from being forced into marriage with an elderly man. Facing punishment by the local official Xiao Ru Zhang, Yue Xiang arranges for Cai Qing to seek safety with her biological father, wealthy businessman Chen Yuan. However, Chen's envious wife, Yu Ru, forces Cai Qing to work as a servant in their mansion. As Cai Qing grows older, she becomes entangled in a series of romantic entanglements.

Recommendation: Heaven and Earth in Love similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Heaven and Earth in Love(天地有爱)

2004China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Recommendation: Golden Age similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Golden Age(金色年华)

2006China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Best Time (2007) similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The Best Time (2007)(一世情缘)

2007China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 57% similarity match.

In the aftermath of World War II in Shanghai in 1945, Tang Teng, a fighter pilot, and Shen Ying, a Qi Pao saleswoman, fell in love. Despite facing consequences such as being court-martialed for desertion, Tang Teng was determined to be with Shen Ying. He was ultimately saved from a death sentence by family friend Ji Wen, who helped him escape to Hong Kong. Meanwhile, Shen Ying, believing Tang Teng to be dead, agreed to marry another man for financial support. However, upon learning that Tang Teng was alive in Hong Kong from expert tailor Lu Xiao Mao, she broke off the engagement and traveled to Hong Kong. Instead of a joyful reunion, Shen Ying discovered that Tang Teng had married Ji Wen.

Recommendation: Phoenix Wears Peony similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Phoenix Wears Peony(凤穿牡丹)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDramaWinter Setting

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 56% similarity match.

Phoenix Wears Peony is set during the winter of 1923 in Northern China, a time of conflict and uncertainty. Wu Xia, a young Buddhist nun, discovers that she is the eldest daughter of the renowned Yu Family in Suzhou, famous for their silk embroidery. Fleeing from the military, she is rescued by Huo Dong Qing, a young and idealistic businessman, who guides her to Suzhou. Throughout her journey, Wu Xia must navigate challenges stemming from family and societal expectations, demonstrating resilience and determination.

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Met as Strangers, Once Acquainted(相逢何必曾相识)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSecond Sino-Japanese WarWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 56% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Moon and the Wind similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The Moon and the Wind(月影风荷)

2006China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceSuspenseThriller

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 56% similarity match.

A romantic thriller unfolding in the chaotic era of Shanghai. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: The King of Shanghai similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The King of Shanghai(上海王)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Rouge Snow(胭脂雪 )

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Xue Zhong Hong(雪中红)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceLove Triangle

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Guangdong Gentleman similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Guangdong Gentleman(关东大先生)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceComedy

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Mother Wife similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Mother Wife(娘妻)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Nu Ren De Zhan Zheng(女人的战争)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDramaFriendshipPatriotism

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Romance of Jianghu similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The Romance of Jianghu(江湖绝恋)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceCrimeFamily RelationshipRobbery

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

In 1910, Ou Zhentian and Ma Tianfang, prominent individuals in Guangzhou, went missing

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Shan Bei Han Zi(陕北汉子)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Bai Wen Huan, who is the head of the Northern Shaanxi Brothers Association

Recommendation: New Spring of Plum Blossoms similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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New Spring of Plum Blossoms(新一剪梅)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Mao Anying(毛岸英)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalBiographicalMilitaryWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Political themes with a 50% similarity match.

The biography focuses on Mao An Ying, the firstborn son of Mao Ze Dong. (Credit: northkoreatech.org)

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Horizon True Heart(天涯赤子心)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 50% similarity match.

Set against the backdrop of the Republic of China, the narrative unfolds the tale of two children, Xiao Jun and Xiao Jie, who were raised in Taiwan. Orphaned at a young age, they embarked on a journey across the sea to locate Xia Men. Despite facing numerous challenges, Father Zheng Shi Xian, the siblings were eventually reunited with their father and assimilated into their new family dynamic.

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Drunk Red Dust(醉红尘)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

During the 1930s in Shanghai, Peng Yu Tian, a National Army officer, bravely fought against the Japanese forces and was gravely wounded. He was saved by Lei Jin Yi, a field nurse, and the two developed a deep bond. Just as they were preparing to wed, Peng was called back to the battlefield. Tragically, Peng's family was targeted and bombed by the Japanese. Lei managed to escape with Peng's child and later assumed a new identity as Shen Han Bing, working as a dancer to support her family. Meanwhile, Peng, believing Lei had perished in the bombing, went on to marry a wealthy businessman named Wu Jiang. However, fate brought Peng and Lei back together when they crossed paths at a party hosted by Wujiang. As a member of the Communist underground, Peng was tasked with investigating Wu Jiang, and sought Lei's help in uncovering the truth. It was ultimately revealed that Wu Jiang was a Japanese spy posing as a Chinese. After the Anti-Japanese War, Wu Jiang attempted to flee with Lei, but was apprehended and met his end at the hands of Peng and Lei.

Recommendation: The Legend of Meng Lai Cai similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The Legend of Meng Lai Cai(孟来财传奇)

2010China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceComedy

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Family (2013) similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Family (2013)(全家福)

2013China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative follows the daily lives of three households residing in a small courtyard residence in Beijing: the carpenter Wang Man Tang, the widow Liu Cui Lan, and Doctor Zhou

Recommendation: The Legend of Qing Cheng similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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The Legend of Qing Cheng(青城缘)

2011China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Tears of a Bride(流泪的新娘 )

2011China
FamilyHistoricalLifeRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Family, Historical, Life, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Turbulence of the Mu Clan(木府风云)

2012China
FamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceMing Dynasty

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Taking place during the Ming Dynasty, the Mu clan of the Naxi tribe holds power over Lijiang Prefecture near the Himalayas through ruthless tactics. One victim of their violent rise to authority is a girl named Aleqiu, who was orphaned and raised to seek vengeance against the Mu clan for wiping out her family. Infiltrating the clan as a young maid serving the matriarch, Aleqiu harbors thoughts of revenge while still maintaining her innocence and compassion. Complicating matters further, she falls in love with Mu Zeng, the heir to the governorship of Lijiang. Just as they contemplate a tragic end to their love, a glimmer of hope emerges as Aleqiu manages to marry Mu Zeng. However, her challenges within the Mu household are far from over...

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A Beauty in Troubled Times(亂世佳人)

2012China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

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Spring under the Gallows(绞刑架下的春天)

2013China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Song Yao My Father similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Song Yao My Father(宋耀如·父亲)

2017China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 50% similarity match.

The tale of Charles Song, a key figure in the establishment of the inaugural Chinese Republic

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Smile in Spring(桃花依旧笑春风)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

In a time of military expansionism, He Tao Hua's father, a highly respected military official, was killed. Adopting a new persona, Tao Hua embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her father's murder. By 1925, the He Family had been wiped out, leaving only He Tao Hua alive. She ventures to a different city and finds employment as a servant for the Liao Family. Her quick wit and charm win over Old Master Liao, while she also forms a romantic relationship with Young Master Liao Chun Feng. However, just before their wedding, Liao Chun Feng learns of her true identity and, unable to bear the burden, confesses before leaving to join the war effort. Recognizing her feelings for him, He Tao Hua decides to pursue him despite the challenges that lie ahead.

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Memories of Peking(芝麻胡同)

2019China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeRomanceDramaFriendshipMultiple CouplesSmart Female LeadStrong Female Lead

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Taking place in 1947, the story revolves around a trio consisting of a shop owner, his spouse, and a young lady on a mission to heal her father. Yan Zheng Sheng manages a pickle shop in Beijing and assumes the responsibility of caring for his uncle after his brother and nephew tragically pass away. To fulfill his duties as a son and ensure the family legacy, Yan Zheng Sheng marries Mu Chun Hua as his second wife while already being wed to Lin Cui Qing. Their relationship blossoms over time, but in 1950, they are compelled to divorce due to the implementation of the New Marriage Law. Despite this, Yan Zheng Sheng, Mu Chun Hua, and Lin Cui Qing navigate the following decades as a united family. This narrative sheds light on the lives of everyday individuals residing in Sesame Alley.

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The Gate of Xuan Wu(宣武门)

2024China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceCrime

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

A jade sculptor named Li Tian Shun, residing in Beijing Old Street, bravely defends a valuable jade ornament that has the power to change the fate of the nation. Despite facing opposition from local criminal groups, Li Tian Shun remains steadfast in his mission to safeguard this national treasure. Alongside other ordinary yet courageous individuals in the neighborhood, such as Chinese opera singer Yang Shang De, camel herder Ding Guang Yuan, and antique dealer Jin Zhao Ji, Li Tian Shun demonstrates unwavering resilience in the face of adversity. The arrival of Ding Liu Lan, a Communist revolutionary, brings a glimmer of hope for a brighter future to Old Street.

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Yan An Chu Jian(延安锄奸)

2009China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifeWar

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Life themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: King of Kings (2002) similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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King of Kings (2002)(王中王)

2002China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceAdventure

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Infernal Lover similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Infernal Lover(无间有爱; 花舞飞雪 )

2010Taiwan
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceAction

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

In 1913, Yuan Shi Kai assumed the role of temporary president and collaborated with foreign countries to betray the nation. Four individuals - Feng Yi, a covert operative dedicated to his homeland, Liu Yi Kui, a passionate nationalist, Hua Er, a destitute girl longing for basic necessities, and Xiao Xue, an aspiring singer - all become entangled in the clandestine plot to betray their country. Xiao Xue harbors feelings of affection and admiration for Liu Yi Kui, who, in turn, develops feelings for the courageous Hua Er. However, Hua Er's heart belongs to Feng Yi, who had shown her kindness in her time of need. As they face a treacherous conspiracy and the destiny of their nation, their youthful relationships become increasingly complex, and their bond must withstand numerous challenges until they ultimately emerge as unsung heroes of the nation. During that era, a group of individuals emerged who, though not connected by blood or friendship, were willing to make great sacrifices that have shaped our present reality.

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Hu Ju Long Pan(虎踞龙盘)

2007China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionMartial Arts

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, and Historical Fiction themes with a 50% similarity match.

Recommendation: Cold Autumn similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Cold Autumn(寒秋)

2006China
FamilyHistoricalLifeRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Family, Historical, Life, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Upon arriving in Gao Shangping, the charming 18-year-old Qiu Hong quickly captured the attention of everyone in the village. The longstanding discord among the three prominent families of Qin, Ling, and Huang escalated as they vied for Qiu Hong's affections. When the Japanese invaders descended upon the village, the three families set aside their feuds to unite against a common enemy. Together, they successfully defeated the Japanese forces, reducing them to ashes in a fiery battle. However, once the Anti-Japanese War was won, the three families resumed their internal conflicts, reigniting old rivalries.

Recommendation: Hui Niang Wan Xin similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Hui Niang Wan Xin(徽娘宛心)

2006China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaSmart Female Lead

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Library similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Library( 天一生水)

2006China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The tale takes place in the early Minguo period within a concealed library. Fan Zhen holds the books passed down from his forebears in high regard and protects them fiercely. Fan Shu Han, Fan Zhen's adopted son, possesses an extraordinary memory and is infatuated with Lin Ruo Yun, the daughter of his father's long-time friend Lin Zheng Gong. Despite their decision to run away together, their plans are foiled, leading to a tragic outcome. Fan Yu Lian, Shu Han's older sister, is intelligent and sophisticated. She is compelled to marry Lin Shao Qing, Zheng Gong's eldest son, due to family obligations, even though her heart belongs to Fang Zi Wen, a scholar who frequents her family's library.

Recommendation: Daughter-in-Law's Tears similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Daughter-in-Law's Tears(媳妇的眼泪)

2007China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDrama

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

Lin Wan Ru's family runs a well-known bean shop and they lead a modest, yet fulfilling life. However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when Mr. Lin agrees to guarantee his cousin's loan and becomes the primary target of debt collectors. The family loses everything, including their shop and home. To repay the debt, Wan Ru takes a job at Ji Xiang Brothel. Gao Ming Hui, a compassionate and affluent young man who owns a prosperous timber business, empathizes with Wan Ru and falls in love with her. Despite his mother's strong disapproval, Ming Hui rescues Wan Ru from her difficult situation at the brothel and decides to marry her.

Recommendation: Red Sorghum (2014) similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Red Sorghum (2014)(红高粱)

2014China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionLifePolitical1970sNovel AdaptationDramaEmotionally Strong Female Lead

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Life, and Political themes with a 45% similarity match.

The storyline follows the Shandong family through three different eras, spanning from 1923 to 1976. The protagonist shares the challenges faced by his family, initially as producers of sorghum wine and later as fighters against the Japanese invasion during World War II. In the upcoming drama adaptation, there will be a stronger focus on the female characters' viewpoints. Inspired by the book Red Sorghum ( ) written by Mo Yan ( ).

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Fighting Fragrance(斗香)

2018China
Chinese Republican EraFamilyHistoricalHistorical FictionRomance1940sDramaJapanese Colonial RuleWorld War 2

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Family, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 45% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a sinister scheme to wipe out Xiangdu during the Anti-Japanese War. The Wang and Mei families set aside their longstanding feud to unite against the common threat and protect Xiangdu.

Recommendation: Feng Yu Xi Guan similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Feng Yu Xi Guan(风雨西关)

2005China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionPoliticalRomanceFamily RelationshipFriendshipYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, Political, and Romance themes with a 45% similarity match.

Taking place in Guangzhou during the 1920s, the series follows the story of four young individuals who navigate through friendship and competition while trying to establish their identities during the chaotic warlord period.

Recommendation: Return the Pearl to Thee similar to The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2
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Return the Pearl to Thee(新还君明珠)

2008China
Chinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionRomanceDramaScheme

Like The Story of Zheng Yang Gate 2, this drama also features Chinese Republican Era, Historical, Historical Fiction, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.