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The heir of a struggling hotel owner endeavors to rejuvenate his family's legacy by renovating a derelict theater. Zhu Yi Qun and his loyal servant Shen Mo Ren seek refuge in Fengtian City, where they cross paths with Ma Hu Lu, Yang Si Rui, Gu De Bai, Da Xi, Liu San Yuan, and others, leading to a series of comical mishaps as Zhu Yi Qun embarks on his hotel industry venture. Just as things are looking up for the hotel's occupants, a major conspiracy begins to unravel.

Jiang Hu, a regular individual with a passion for history, experiences vivid dreams after watching the documentary "General History of China". In these dreams, he finds himself transported into various renowned historical events, although he does not play a leading role in any of them. Despite his attempts to alter the course of these stories, his efforts do not unfold as intended.

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In a modern twist of fate, a progressive young woman finds herself in the past inhabiting the body of a mistreated individual. Transported back to the Mingxi Kingdom, a girl accustomed to being an extra on historical TV shows now embodies the role of Pan Tai Fu's eldest daughter. Previously a victim of her sister Pan Miao Luo's cruelty, the new "Pan Miao Shuang" undergoes a dramatic transformation after taking a mysterious 'genius pill'. Seeking revenge on her oppressive father and malicious stepmother, she also navigates a newfound romance with Prince Jun Zhi Chen.

Inadvertently venturing into Flower Neck Mountain, a small panda fairy named Ling Ling is mistakenly believed to be a ruler. With the help of military strategist Mole Shi, they successfully lead the Demon village to expand and fortify its power. (iQiyi)

Fan Tung, a deity under the Stove God, was imprisoned in a winter melon for 500 years after offending the Queen Mother of the West. Tin Dai Kwai and his wife Chung Bik Yuk inadvertently free Tung from his confinement. Tung's spirit enters Kwai's brother, Tin Tai Fu, losing all his instincts in the process. Tung starts living with Kwai's family, but Yuk becomes suspicious of him and tries to uncover the truth. Unable to return to Heaven, Tung relies on six little deities to help him navigate the complexities of human nature. When Fu's wife Ling Fung returns unexpectedly and causes chaos, Tung breaks into the netherworld to set things right and restore order.

A comedic story revolves around unmarried middle-aged women known as "sing lui." Heung Gwong Lam is a wealthy bachelor who prides himself on being stylish, attractive, and charming. Working as a creative director at a PR firm, he harbors guilt from past experiences and sympathizes with the "sing lui" who have been left by men and are still searching for love. Determined to transform them from "Left Behind Lady" to "My Prime Lady," he sets out to change their mindset. Things take a turn when Sing Fa Lui, who had a brief encounter with Gwong Lam, shows up at the PR company claiming to be romantically involved with the boss. Using this to her advantage, she rises to a director position, posing a threat to Gwong Lam's career. Just as he's dealing with this situation, another troubled "sing lui" enters the scene, seeking help with her love life. Gwong Lam continues to assist these women in getting their lives back on track. Through twists and turns, Fa Lui realizes Gwong Lam isn't as bad as she thought, while he discovers her genuine nature beneath the facade. Despite his own insecurities, he decides to help Fa Lui become the best version of herself and promote her to others for her happiness.

Cheung Sai Wai established an educational institution to nurture individuals with exceptional talents. One of his students, Chow Guk, is a close friend of Wai's and possesses natural abilities, although she does not dedicate much time to studying, resulting in frequent misuse of traditional proverbs. Recognizing the shortcomings of society, Wai believed that education alone could not bring about meaningful change in people's hearts. By chance, he crossed paths with Chan Jan Jan, a skilled writer of mysterious origins who possessed a competitive and talkative nature. Together, they became well-known figures in the legal field. However, their success attracted the enmity of Poon Gang Chyun and his son Yin Ming. Wai's dear friend Ha Hau Mo, whose father Chan Mung Kut had been unjustly accused and sentenced to death, harbored a strong resentment towards lawyers. Despite understanding Wai's motives, Mo grew suspicious of Jan's past and began to investigate her background, leading to the revelation of a long-buried injustice from two decades prior.

Cho Ching and her mother, Bai Yuet, have been traveling as doctors for many years. During one journey, Cho Ching meets Gai Chun, who has a skin condition, and his friend, Chin Tun. Cho Ching immediately falls in love with Chin Tun and is determined to marry him, despite facing many obstacles. Chin Tun's sister, Chin Sheung, tries to ruin their relationship upon learning that Cho Ching is Bai Yuet's daughter. Despite the challenges, Cho Ching and Chin Tun eventually get married. However, their happiness is short-lived when Cho Ching discovers Chin Tun's feelings for their maid, San Cha. This leads to a night where Chin Tun and San Cha spend time together. When Chin Tun expresses his desire to marry San Cha as a concubine, Cho Ching's jealousy and anger intensify. Meanwhile, Bai Yuet is convicted of murdering her husband and sentenced to death, causing the Chin family to ask Cho Ching to sever ties with her. To make matters worse, Cho Ching learns she is pregnant as Chin Tun seeks a divorce.

Jacqueline Wong, a servant working in the Vice Minister of War's residence, leads a group of maids from the six ministries who collaborate to exchange information and make profits. Roxanne Tong becomes a maid in order to raise funds for her lover to journey to the capital for the imperial exams. Jacqueline tends to the Vice Minister's first wife while Roxanne looks after the second wife, leading them to clash on behalf of their mistresses. Jacqueline and the young master develop feelings for each other, but face opposition from his father. Timothy faces a demotion for a transgression, while Tony is determined to excel in the imperial exams to restore his family's honor. Lisa Lau, daughter of the Minister of War, sets her sights on Brian and attempts to seduce him. Concerned that achieving a high rank in the exams may lead to losing their lovers, Jacqueline and Roxanne swear to sabotage their scholarly aspirations. Just as the two couples are on the verge of separating, they become entangled in a treasonous plot.

Two identical twins were separated at birth and brought up in contrasting environments.

On her 24th birthday, Fu Bao received a wish note by accident. She wrote down a wish to be with her attractive boss, never imagining it would come true. The following day, as Fu Bao planned to use the note further, the owner appeared at her doorstep, introducing himself as a king from a distant land. Caught between her distant boss and the affectionate emperor, Fu Bao found herself in a dilemma.

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Min Sa Rin has seamlessly adjusted to her role as a daughter-in-law and is navigating through life without major issues. Unexpectedly, she finds herself entangled in a mysterious case.

In this eccentric, surreal online series, a man and his fictitious companion explore his profound reflections during showers about existence, romance, and washing methods. (AsianCrush)

Xia Bing, a 26-year-old woman, lived by the motto "No marriage or children until reaching the age of 30." However, her life takes a surprising twist when she discovers she is pregnant and must confront the prospect of motherhood and marriage with her boyfriend. (TMDb)

Following her graduation from college, Sai Xiao Hua is resolute in her decision to remain in Beijing. Despite securing a job, she experiences a complicated relationship with her employer, Qiao Ma, leading to her dismissal. Subsequently, she opts to launch a small grocery store specializing in organic produce alongside her old classmate, You Liang. (Viki)

In the late 1950s, a student named Wen Yi Qiu (played by Yin Tao) from the Beijing Broadcasting Institute falls in love with a Soviet announcer named Wei Ka and they get married in Beijing. However, the Soviet Union decides to recall its specialists from Beijing, leading Wei Ka to return to his homeland. Yi Qiu then moves to the border town of Hehei to work as an announcer in order to be closer to her husband. Eventually, Wei Ka is assigned to a post in Blagoveshchensk, a city on the other side of the border. Despite the distance, they find solace in listening to each other's broadcasts and hope for improved relations between China and the Soviet Union.

She may be gentle, but in a cruel world, she seeks justice. Returning to avenge the murder, she pursues the perpetrator, following the principle of retribution. (D-TV Channel YouTube)

After going through a divorce, Yin Wei, who works at the Department of Civil Affairs handling divorces, partners with a young woman named Meng Yi Meng to start a marriage agency. Despite his belief that married couples cannot reconcile, Yin Wei always tries to help his clients save their marriages. His actions lead to his own wife, Wang Xin, filing for divorce and leaving for the US. Meng Yi Meng, a woman born in the 1990s, meets Yin Wei when her landlord complains about her. She discovers that Yin Wei is the actual landlord and agrees to work for him to pay off her debt. Together, they create an online channel with the help of Meng Yi Meng's friend, Ding Wu. Initially uninterested, Ding Wu starts to appreciate Meng Yi Meng's efforts as she launches a show to unite single individuals. However, their progress is threatened when Yin Wei's ex-wife reemerges.

Comprises three sections: Salesman - Father - Chief Executive Officer

A university student embarks on romantic escapades after acquiring a mysterious love box. By opening this enigmatic blind box before bed and dreaming, she can engage in limited romances with various virtual boyfriends to satisfy her romantic desires.

The tale of the individual who transforms from a salt pirate into the ruler of Wuyue.

The family's wish on a wishing tree to stay together forever comes true as they journey through different dynasties and historical events, eventually settling in the modern world. Yau Nim Chi now owns a HK style cafe named "Tung Mut Yuen" (which sounds like "Zoo" in Cantonese). Chi, a former police officer, married cafe owner Kam Wah and took on the role of caring for his three children from a previous marriage. Despite not being their biological mother, the children - Kam Nin, Kam Yuet, and Kam Yat - consider Chi as their own and the family lives harmoniously. Following Wah's passing, Chi assumes the role of both mother and father alongside Wah's sister Kam Sa Sa, continuing to run the cafe and enjoying a comfortable life. Eighteen years later, the children have grown up and achieved success in their own endeavors.

This is a tale about individuals with diverse aspirations, dreams, and strategies to accomplish their goals. Each person possesses unique perspectives on life, career, and relationships. Lok Tien Sung is the offspring of the affluent Ko Hung, while Seung Hei is a regular office worker who coincidentally moves into Tien Sung's residence. Lam Oi Mei and Hong Ching hold leadership positions in large companies. Tien Sung and Seung Hei later join the same firm and develop a close friendship. Amy faced the loss of both her parents at a young age, teaching her the value of money and leading her to resort to deceit and deception for financial gain. Despite Hong Ching's deep affection for her, Amy considers him insufficiently wealthy. Upon discovering Tien Sung's affluent background, Amy employs various tactics to win his love.

What happens to men when they reach the age of forty? What goes through their minds? How does their lifestyle evolve? Their relationships, concerns, challenges, and hidden truths... This story follows three men in their forties as they navigate the complexities of life: struggles with romantic relationships, career aspirations, and various other aspects of their lives. Each man has a unique narrative that intertwines with the others, leading to an unexpected conclusion.

Sup Yee Moo is a laid-back police officer with a mother who used to be the infamous 'Chivalrous Flying Hawk'. Despite her past, Sup Yee Ma now keeps her former identity hidden from the martial arts community. She takes care of Sup Yee Moo, who has a knack for getting into trouble. When Sui Dong Lau arrives and becomes the honorable magistrate in their town, they team up with Si Kei Wong to solve amusing mysteries together.

The tale starts four years prior to her birth, when her mother Chou, a hopeful opera vocalist studying at a music school, crossed paths with her father Moritsuna, a skilled violin player. This narrative is inspired by the life of Kuroyanagi Tetsuko.

Mung Ka Ka, Cho Mei Ngoh, and Hilary Ding Mui Hong are close friends who have a deep understanding of parenting. They offer guidance to Ko Wing Kuen on raising his daughter, emphasizing the importance of actions over mere words. As they navigate through this journey, they uncover potential hidden activities by their spouses.