The Sun is Burning - Asian drama recommendation
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The Sun is Burning(骄阳似火)

2019China
BoxingCity SettingCrimeDramaGangLove TriangleRomance

Chen Xuan was plunged into a harsh reality after her father's sudden passing, leaving her with a large debt to pay off in the form of an urn. Facing unemployment, eviction, and threats from debt collectors, she found unexpected allies in Zhao Chen and Zuo Ming. As she delved deeper into the mystery surrounding her father's death, she discovered a complex web of deceit. Despite their different backgrounds, Zhao Chen and Zuo Ming shared a love for boxing and harbored their own family-related burdens. Zuo Ming, heir to the Zuo company, yearned to break free from his predetermined fate but struggled internally. Drawn to Chen Xuan's resilience, both Zuo Ming and Zhao Chen found themselves entangled in her journey towards uncovering the truth. As Chen Xuan unraveled the conspiracy step by step, the fates of these young individuals became intertwined, ultimately revealing their true selves amidst the chaos.

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Recommendation: Zhang Fu - Husband similar to The Sun is Burning
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Zhang Fu - Husband(丈夫)

2010China
City SettingDramaRomance

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Recommendation: Beautiful Stupid Woman similar to The Sun is Burning
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Beautiful Stupid Woman(美丽的笨女人)

2015China
DramaLove TriangleRomance

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a young woman named Mo Zhen who is taken advantage of by her former partner due to her compassionate nature. She ends up shouldering the responsibilities of his family and bailing out his business.

Recommendation: Au Revoir Shanghai similar to The Sun is Burning
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Au Revoir Shanghai(上海傳奇)

2008Hong Kong
CrimeDramaRomance

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Nip Jun was formerly involved in criminal activities as a hitman, but chose to leave that life behind to start anew with his wife and daughter. Sadly, tragedy struck when his wife passed away in a car accident. Man Wa, Nip Jun's daughter, now runs a restaurant in Shanghai with her father. Kow Jai, an orphan who was once under Jun's guidance, begins to develop romantic feelings for Man Wa.

Recommendation: Only You (2002) similar to The Sun is Burning
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Only You (2002)(非你不可)

2002China
DramaLove TriangleRomance

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

During the summer in Beijing, a complex romantic situation arises involving Ke Lei, a young temporary worker performing various tasks, Su Yan, the nurse who Ke Lei has been harboring feelings for in secret, and Si Jia Yi, a lively young woman who is interested in Ke Lei.

Recommendation: The Gravity of a Rainbow similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Gravity of a Rainbow(彩虹的重力)

2019China
City SettingDramaLove TriangleRomanceDisapproving ParentFriendshipOffice Worker Female Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

A tale of three contemporary women who face different challenges in their professional lives, leading to shifts in their relationships and quest for love. He Cai Hong is determined to find her ideal partner and ends up falling for the versatile professor Ji Huang, with whom she shares common interests. However, Cai Hong's mother disapproves of her daughter's choice as she is set on having Su Dong Lin, a wealthy man, as her future son-in-law. Meanwhile, Xia Feng loses his job, prompting Cai Hong to assist Han Qing. Due to a mix-up, Han Qing lands a job at Xia Feng's former company and excels in her new role, becoming a formidable rival for Cai Hong's friend Lili and straining the trio's friendship. Witnessing the consequences of the decisions made by those around her, Cai Hong ultimately makes her own choice, which garners the support of her loved ones.

Recommendation: Wen Family's Secret similar to The Sun is Burning
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Wen Family's Secret(文家的秘密)

2012China
City SettingDramaRomanceConspiracy

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Under the Same Rooftop similar to The Sun is Burning
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Under the Same Rooftop(同在屋檐下)

2013China
City SettingDramaRomanceFamily

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: New Fortress Besieged similar to The Sun is Burning
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New Fortress Besieged(热爱)

2019China
City SettingDramaRomanceFamily

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Li Miao, a young woman from Beijing, is in a relationship with Shang Jin, who also happens to be her college classmate. Following their graduation, Li Miao pursued a career in interior design and together with her partner, they established a home studio called "New Besieged City." However, when Li Miao introduced Shang Jin to her parents, they discovered that their relationship was more complicated than they had initially thought. Thus, Li Miao and Shang Jin embarked on a journey from a simple love story to the complexities of marriage, creating a joyful and fulfilling comedy along the way towards building a family together.

Recommendation: The Driving Power similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Driving Power(非常外父)

2003Hong Kong
DramaLove TriangleRomanceBusiness

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Punch (2003) similar to The Sun is Burning
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Punch (2003)(때려)

2003South Korea
BoxingDramaRomanceSports

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In a world where strength often triumphs over justice, a man and a woman come together in a tragic yet hopeful love story. Yoo Bin faces the loss of her only family, her brother Yoo Cheol, in a boxing match, leaving her to navigate life alone. Despite the hardships she faces, Yoo Bin seizes the opportunity to become a female boxer, transforming into a resilient woman who balances her days in the ring with nights working as a nightclub solicitor. However, Han Sae emerges as a formidable opponent with impressive speed and skill. Despite knowing Yoo Bin's connection to Yoo Cheol, Han Sae finds himself drawn to her refreshing presence.

Recommendation: Beauty Lady similar to The Sun is Burning
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Beauty Lady(靚女郎)

2004Taiwan
CrimeDramaRomanceDeath

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

In a calm town, Yue Shan sits at a street corner sketching the serenity around her when suddenly, loud screams pierce the air. A speeding car races through the market crowd, causing panic. Qiao Li, sitting in a nearby cafe, senses a looming crisis and quickly grabs her bag, rushing towards the door. Heng Feng, under the watchful eye of several men in black suits, coincidentally approaches the cafe at the same time, narrowly avoiding a collision with Qiao Li. A scream from Yue Shan echoes from the street corner, but Xu Dong, inside the car, ignores it and drives in the direction of Qiao Li. Han Wen swiftly pulls Yue Shan out of harm's way, sparking a chaotic sequence of events. Ke Yin, who was with Qiao Li, emerges from the cafe and seeks help from two police officers, Li Zhen and Meng Nan. Despite Han Wen saving Ke Yin from a close call, he is unable to prevent Heng Feng from being abducted as Qiao Li forces him into a car and speeds off. Unaware of their future encounter at First Institute, the group disperses after the black-suited men chase after Heng Feng and the car, leaving the city to return to its peaceful state.

Recommendation: Parents' Love similar to The Sun is Burning
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Parents' Love(天下父母心)

2009Taiwan
CrimeDramaRomanceLife

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Hong Kong Express similar to The Sun is Burning
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Hong Kong Express(홍콩 익스프레스)

2005South Korea
DramaLove TriangleRomanceBusinessman Male Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

A theatrical piece that explores the emotional turmoil and complexities arising from a love triangle involving three people residing in Hong Kong. The talented interior designer Han Jung Yeon is set to marry affluent entrepreneur Choi Kang Hyuk. However, her sense of happiness is shaken when she unexpectedly encounters her former flame, Kang Min Soo. Adding to the drama, both Kang Hyuk and Min Soo are entangled in illicit activities in the shadows and could potentially be linked to a homicide.

Recommendation: Four and a Half Weeks Before the Wedding similar to The Sun is Burning
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Four and a Half Weeks Before the Wedding(婚前四周半)

2004China
City SettingDramaRomanceYouth

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Recommendation: Middle Age Plan similar to The Sun is Burning
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Middle Age Plan(中年计划)

2006China
City SettingDramaRomanceFamily

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The narrative follows Jian He Ping, a man entering middle age who leads a quiet life until encountering a series of consecutive troubles

Recommendation: Ge Ge Ji Po similar to The Sun is Burning
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Ge Ge Ji Po(各个击破)

2014China
CrimeDramaGangInvestigationMystery

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Gang themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Beautiful Trap (2014) similar to The Sun is Burning
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Beautiful Trap (2014)(美丽背后)

2014China
City SettingDramaRomanceInvestigationMystery

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Junior Parents similar to The Sun is Burning
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Junior Parents(小爸妈)

2015China
City SettingDramaRomanceFamilyLife

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Mo Fan and Jian Dan, a married couple, are living a comfortable city life thanks to the support of their parents. However, their world is suddenly shaken when they learn that Jian Dan's mother has been diagnosed with cancer. How will they navigate this new challenge in their lives? (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Fall In Love With You Again similar to The Sun is Burning
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Fall In Love With You Again(转身说爱你)

2015China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceDysfunctional MarriageTime Travel

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

After a car accident at the age of 36, Ling Ming Yu finds herself in her 22-year-old body with the opportunity to start her life anew. Unhappily married to Chen Yi in her previous life, she is determined not to repeat the same mistakes. However, things get complicated when she becomes entangled in a love triangle with Chen Yi and Qu Hao.

Recommendation: Married But Available (2015) similar to The Sun is Burning
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Married But Available (2015)(婚姻时差)

2015China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFamilyInfidelity

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

In their marriage, Li Hai and Wu Ting have a strong bond. While Wu Ting looks after their daughter, Yingzi, in Canada for her schooling, Li Hai focuses on his career in China. However, Li Hai develops feelings for Zhao Xiaofei, a journalist. When Wu Ting discovers the affair, she quickly returns to China to try to salvage their relationship. Now, Li Hai is faced with a decision between these two women.

Recommendation: The Knockout similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Knockout(狂飙)

2023China
CrimeDramaRomanceActionAdventure

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

An Xin, a dedicated police officer in Jinghai City, is constantly battling against criminal organizations, striving to bring them to justice. Following a nationwide initiative to reform the political and legal system, a task force from Linjiang Province was dispatched to Jinghai to collaborate with law enforcement agencies in rooting out corruption. This operation successfully dismantled the network of protectionist measures established by criminal elements, ultimately eliminating a powerful group that had long operated in Jinghai.

Recommendation: The Price of Greed similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Price of Greed(千謊百計)

2008Hong Kong
CrimeDramaRomanceCrime Against A PropertyInheritance Theft

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kate Tsui plays the role of Lam Ping, a wealthy man's daughter who falls for Mao Chi, portrayed by Sammul Chan. However, unbeknownst to Ping and her father, Chi is a swindler who is solely interested in their money. His plan is to eliminate them after marriage in order to claim the entire inheritance. Bosco Wong's character, Lui Sau, is a police officer who harbors feelings for Ping, although they are not mutual. He is conducting an investigation on Chi, but struggles to gather sufficient evidence to prosecute him.

Recommendation: Dokushin Kizoku similar to The Sun is Burning
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Dokushin Kizoku( 独身貴族 )

2013Japan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceBrothers' RelationshipComedy

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Hoshino Mamoru, also known as the "Gentleman Bachelor," is the talented and skilled CEO of a film production company established by his father. His younger sibling, Hoshino Sumoru, known as the "Separation Strategist," is a shrewd negotiator navigating a divorce while managing a hectic dating life. Haruno Yuki, referred to as the "Matrimonial Wanderer," once aspired to be a scriptwriter but now works part-time as a homemaker, disenchanted with romance and matrimony. As their paths converge, unforeseen events start to reshape their destinies.

Recommendation: Sensei wo Boku Iro ni Somete similar to The Sun is Burning
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Sensei wo Boku Iro ni Somete(先生を僕色に染めて)

2024Japan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceLGBTQ+Short Length Series

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Rainy Night Flower similar to The Sun is Burning
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Rainy Night Flower(雨夜花)

2012Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFamilyGangster Male Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Upon his release from a reformatory, Xin Xiong decides to join a gang in order to support himself. Over time, he rises to become the leader of the gang, collecting protection fees from local vendors and striving to uphold a sense of order in the community. Through his efforts, Xin Xiong establishes a positive rapport with the local law enforcement. Complications arise when Gui Zhu, a teahouse owner, falls for Xin Xiong despite his affection for Yue Gui, leading to a tangled love triangle filled with jealousy. (Dimsum)

Recommendation: Boysitter similar to The Sun is Burning
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Boysitter(俏摩女搶頭婚)

2014Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceSecond Chance RomanceSingle Mother

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Six years in the past, Yuan Fei left her immature boyfriend, Hao Jian Ren, on their wedding day when he failed to appear. After six years, they cross paths once more. Yuan Fei is now a single mother focused on her career, and she is also Jian Ren's superior at work. Their relationship becomes complicated when a flirtatious man named Wen Hao Ran enters the scene. Yuan Fei is faced with a decision between her former immature boyfriend, Jian Ren, and Hao Ran, who may be prepared for a serious relationship.

Recommendation: Secret Lover (2018) similar to The Sun is Burning
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Secret Lover (2018)(愛情教會我的事)

2018Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceCosmetic IndustryMiniseries

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the play, Zu Xiong portrayed the character "Ye Junshen" and is known for his expertise in marketing and makeup as the director of a cosmetic brand. Despite his reputation as a ladies' man, he is actually very genuine. Ye Junshen had a difficult breakup in the past which made him hesitant to love again until he met Yan Yongxi. However, his inability to end things with his current girlfriend led to a tragic outcome. Zu Xiong mentioned that the character of Ye Junshen is meant to provoke deep thoughts among viewers about making choices when faced with love at the wrong time.

Recommendation: A Happy Woman similar to The Sun is Burning
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A Happy Woman(행복한 여자)

2007South Korea
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFamily RelationshipMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Lee Ji Yeon possesses an inherently positive and cheerful demeanor and works as a jewelry accessory designer. She is wedded to Choi Joon Ho. Meanwhile, Kim Tae Seop, a detective known for his reserved nature, becomes deeply attached to Ji Yeon after falling for her. Ji Yeon finds herself in a dilemma involving two men.

Recommendation: April Kiss similar to The Sun is Burning
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April Kiss(4월 키스)

2004South Korea
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFirst LoveMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Chae Won is an enchanting woman with a remarkable talent for the arts. She specialized in sculpture during her college years and now imparts her knowledge at her own art academy. One of her most treasured possessions is a pair of paddy birds that were a gift from her boyfriend during middle school. Whenever Chae Won gazes at the birds, she is reminded of her youthful romance. However, she struggles to determine whether her emotions for Jeong Woo, her current boyfriend from a middle-class background, stem from genuine affection or merely nostalgia. What is certain, though, is that she is presently involved with a man named Kang Jae Sup. Yet, when Jeong Woo unexpectedly reappears, both men find themselves caught in a complex love triangle.

Recommendation: Flying Butterfly similar to The Sun is Burning
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Flying Butterfly(蝴蝶飞飞)

2004China
City SettingDramaRomanceHotelier Male LeadRich Male Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

This tale follows the experiences of Zhong Xiao Yin, a spirited and compassionate young woman whose mother suddenly fell ill on the day of her graduation

Recommendation: Sun Shining Like Blossom similar to The Sun is Burning
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Sun Shining Like Blossom(阳光像花一样绽放)

2006China
CrimeLove TriangleRomanceNovel AdaptationPrison Setting

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

Based on the book "Deep Prison" written by Hai Yan.

Recommendation: White Lies (2012) similar to The Sun is Burning
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White Lies (2012)( 真爱谎言)

2012China
City SettingDramaRomanceFamilyMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

The setting of the story is a bustling city in China, where a wealthy family and a less fortunate family are the main focus. The narrative kicks off with a mother who devotes herself to caring for her autistic son. Despite being the head of a prominent department store and having immense wealth and influence, she harbors deep-seated sorrows and anguish that she keeps hidden. Her husband is unfaithful, her son is autistic, and her daughter is rebellious. When her son falls in love with a nurse nursing a broken heart from a past relationship, the mother goes to great lengths to bring them together. This decision leads to a merging of the affluent and humble families, setting the stage for a web of intricate relationships to unfold.

Recommendation: Dao Yan Qi Lai Pai Xi La similar to The Sun is Burning
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Dao Yan Qi Lai Pai Xi La(导演起来拍戏啦)

2023China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceComedyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: Police Captain similar to The Sun is Burning
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Police Captain(刑警队长)

2015China
City SettingCrimeDramaPolice Captain Male LeadPolice Department SettingPolice Officer Supporting Character

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Crime, and Drama themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Next Station is Marriage similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Next Station is Marriage(下一站婚姻)

2015China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFamily RelationshipLifeMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

In 2009, Deng Cao Cao faces the kidnapping of her three-year-old son, leading to her husband Guan Hao blaming her for negligence and the subsequent decision to divorce. Despite the passage of five years, she continues to struggle as a single parent while on a relentless quest to locate her missing child. Along the way, she crosses paths with Gong Jian, a former military serviceman turned entrepreneur, who aids her in the search for her son and forms a deep bond with both mother and child. As Cao Cao and Gong Jian grow closer, complications arise with the return of Guan Hao and the interference of Gong Jian's mother. The question remains whether a new marriage is on the horizon or if familial and friendship bonds will be irreparably damaged.

Recommendation: My Catman similar to The Sun is Burning
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My Catman(捡来的猫男)

2017China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFantasyMiniseriesWeb Series

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

The series Black Cat is characterized as a lighthearted romantic comedy with Im Si-wan portraying the enigmatic protagonist Ji-baek. L stars as the popular actor Ho-yeon, known for his warm demeanor and attentiveness towards the female lead, Mi-oh. Chae Soo-bin will take on the role of Mi-oh, who finds herself entangled in a love triangle between the two male characters.

Recommendation: Women of Shanghai similar to The Sun is Burning
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Women of Shanghai(上海女子图鉴)

2018China
City SettingDramaRomanceLifeWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

The plot centers on a young woman who decides to remain in Shanghai following her college graduation. Despite encountering various men, she remains focused on her goal of joining the top 10% of the city's residents. Luo Hai Yan, a student from a rural area, is determined to establish a successful career in Shanghai. The arrival of Zhang Tian Hao, Chen Xiao Wei, and Yan Bing influences her life significantly.

Recommendation: The Legend of Yongle Emperor similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Legend of Yongle Emperor(英雄诀)

2019China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceHistoricalHistorical FictionMing Dynasty

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

A tale of rivalry and romance unfolds between Jianwen Emperor Zhu Yun Wen and his uncle Zhu Di as they compete for power and the affections of the same woman. Despite his impressive abilities and bravery, Zhu Di was never able to become crown prince due to the rules of succession. When the crown prince unexpectedly dies, Zhu Yun Wen is named emperor by Zhu Yuan Zhang, creating a barrier for Zhu Di. Both men become enamored with Xu Miao Yun, setting the stage for her tragic dilemma of being torn between two rulers.

Recommendation: Combination of Love similar to The Sun is Burning
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Combination of Love(爱的组合)

2023China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: Return of the Cuckoo (2000) similar to The Sun is Burning
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Return of the Cuckoo (2000)(澳門街, 十月初五的月光)

2000Hong Kong
CrimeLove TriangleRomanceAdopted Male LeadFamilyLife

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

During his childhood, Man Cho lost his ability to speak because of his mother's cruel behavior. He was then taken in by the kind-hearted Chu Sa Kiu. Man Cho grew up alongside Sa Kiu's daughter, Kwan Ho, and eventually they both developed romantic feelings for each other. Despite his selfless nature, Man Cho feels inadequate due to his disability and believes he is not deserving of Kwan Ho. Sa Kiu also disapproves of their relationship, and things become more complicated when Si To Lai Sun becomes interested in Kwan Ho as well.

Recommendation: Angels of Mission similar to The Sun is Burning
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Angels of Mission(無名天使3D)

2004Hong Kong
CrimeLove TriangleRomanceActionComedyPolice Officer Female Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

The show follows three women who are police officers working in the CIB. As they navigate their careers and relationships, they find themselves caught in a love triangle with a fellow colleague.

Recommendation: Split Second similar to The Sun is Burning
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Split Second(爭分奪秒)

2004Hong Kong
CrimeDramaRomanceActionSuspenseThriller

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Bonfire of Taiwan similar to The Sun is Burning
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The Bonfire of Taiwan(台灣霹靂火)

2002Taiwan
CrimeDramaGangActionMafiaMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Gang themes with a 30% similarity match.

Tien-Fu Liu, a prominent figure in politics and business, along with his son, Won-Tsung Liu, have been involved in the illegal trade of narcotics. Cheng-Hsien Lee, a police officer from the Criminal Investigation Division, is tasked by his superior officer, Yao-Wei Lee, to go undercover and investigate the criminal activities of Tien-Fu Liu and the Cheng Long Group. Despite the dedicated efforts of the police force to dismantle the Cheng Long Group, the organization's strong connections in the political and business realms make it a challenging target. During the investigation, Cheng-Hsien discovers that Tien-Fu Liu was responsible for his father's death. As another heinous crime unfolds, Cheng-Hsien, committed to upholding justice, confronts the criminals in a fierce battle against evil and wrongdoing.

Recommendation: Lady Maid Maid similar to The Sun is Burning
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Lady Maid Maid(愛情女僕)

2012Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceNaive Female LeadNice Female LeadPlayboy Male Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Xiao Jie is known for his reputation as a ladies' man, easily moving from one girl to another. In contrast, Shu Qi is a kind and compassionate individual who views Xiao Jie as her perfect match. During a difficult period in her life, Xiao Jie not only provided Shu Qi with a place to stay but also offered her much-needed emotional support. He helped her let go of her past troubles, earning the title of her Prince Charming. Shu Qi is devoted to him, even willing to clean up the messes he leaves behind due to his womanizing ways. However, their lives take a dramatic turn when a child arrives, claiming to be Xiao Jie's. Can these two individuals from different backgrounds find happiness together?

Recommendation: Sun After the Rain similar to The Sun is Burning
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Sun After the Rain(雨後驕陽)

2014Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleRomanceBusiness IndustryHistoricalMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

A shoe manufacturer in Taiwan will be caught in a dramatic feud within the industry due to the affection of Mu Dan, a young woman who sells vegetables at the local market. The company's master shoemaker, Huang Zheng Yi, has two apprentices - his son Huang Rong Can and an adopted son Liu Mu Cheng, whom he treats equally. However, when both brothers fall in love with Mu Dan, their relationship shatters and has long-lasting effects on the industry. The show originally aired with 80 episodes, each lasting 60 minutes. It was later rebroadcast with 40 episodes, each lasting 90 minutes.

Recommendation: Ripening Orange similar to The Sun is Burning
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Ripening Orange(橘子红了)

2002China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceFamilyHistoricalMelodrama

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Due to her inability to conceive, Da Ma has always been neglected by her spouse, Rong Yao Hua. Upon discovering his passionate affair with Yan Hong, a courtesan, she takes matters into her own hands by projecting her desires onto Xiu He, a humble farmer's daughter who reminds Da Ma of her own youth. Da Ma arranges for Xiu He to become a concubine in the Rong family, hoping she will bear a child for them. However, Yao Hua's cousin Yao Hui ends up marrying Xiu He instead and falls in love with her.

Recommendation: Painting Soul similar to The Sun is Burning
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Painting Soul(画魂)

2003China
City SettingDramaRomanceChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features City Setting, Drama, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: Insipid Life similar to The Sun is Burning
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Insipid Life(平淡生活)

2004China
BoxingDramaRomanceNovel AdaptationAmnesiaBoxer Male Lead

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Boxing, Drama, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

You first encountered Zhou Yue at a boxing gym, where she immediately fell for you, though you were unaware of her feelings. Years later, you reunite, but Zhou Yue has lost all memory due to an injury. As he begins to remember with your assistance, you realize that he has no recollection of you in his memories. Taken from a novel by Hai Yan.

Recommendation: C.I.D. similar to The Sun is Burning
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C.I.D.(刑警2人組)

2006China
CrimeDramaRomanceActionSuspenseThriller

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Crime, Drama, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Recommendation: Drama Go Go Go similar to The Sun is Burning
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Drama Go Go Go(姐姐立正向前走)

2012China
DramaLove TriangleRomanceActorEntertainment IndustryOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like The Sun is Burning, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Wang Ming Ming, a screenwriter, is currently working on a romantic drama. Upon a suggestion, she decides to cast a struggling actor named Yi Shen as the main male character. Yi Shen, aware that he is using Ming Ming to secure his role, begins to develop feelings for her as they spend more time together. To distract himself, he starts pursuing the female lead, Shen Pei Ni. Eventually, Yi Shen becomes successful and no longer relies on Ming Ming. However, before he could address the situation, Ming Ming discovers his true intentions and ends their relationship. Through this complex journey, Ming Ming gains self-assurance and ultimately finds happiness.