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Torn Between Two Lovers

In this tale spanning from the 1960s to the 1980s, we follow the journey of a young woman from a once wealthy family who finds the courage to strive for success. Despite her delicate appearance, she possesses a strong and fearless tomboyish nature. Unafraid of challenges, she can easily catch and kill a fish. However, her one fear stems from a childhood incident where she almost drowned at the age of 7, leaving her terrified of diving. In contrast, Danson Tang portrays a cold and unemotional hotel heir whose heart appears closed off and whose words are harsh. Yet, he secretly longs for a bold and adventurous girl like her to love.

In the intricate world of finance, Cheuk Yat Yuen mistakenly believes that con artist Sa Fu Loi is his long-lost half brother, Cheuk Yat Ming. This fortunate error propels the swindler into a prominent position within the banking industry. Yuen's affection for Fu blinds him to the true nature and intentions of the con artist. However, Yuen's life takes a dramatic turn when he is abducted by a group of rioters while overseas, leading to a significant shift in his personality. Despite the efforts of his wife, Ho Tseuk Nin, to comfort him, Yuen struggles to overcome the traumatic ordeal. Seeking solace elsewhere, Yuen rekindles a relationship with his former flame, Tung Ling Chi, devastating Nin upon discovery of the affair. Meanwhile, Fu finds solace in assuming the identity of Cheuk Yat Ming, experiencing a sense of familial warmth and even embarking on a romantic journey with Yuen's younger sister, Cheuk Yat Sum. However, Sum, under the mistaken belief that they are biological siblings, conceals her feelings for Fu and remains committed to her admirer, Ko Tok Man. This revelation deeply wounds Fu, torn between his love for Sum and the inability to disclose his true identity. Ultimately, faced with the choice between love and wealth, Fu opts for the path of fortune, navigating a complex web of money, love, and ethical dilemmas in a gripping tale of deceit and desire.

A tale centered around two families and the hidden truth they share. Kang Ji Hwan hails from a prominent and affluent background. He encounters and falls for Seo Dan Bi, who comes from a less fortunate family, prompting disapproval from both sides regarding their romance. Ji Hwan's younger sibling, Eun Hwan, and his spouse, Soo Ah, are fervently trying to conceive but have faced repeated failures. When Dan Bi joins the Kang household, she arrives already expecting, which creates friction between her and Soo Ah. This strain between the two daughters-in-law impacts the bond between the two brothers, who have always maintained a close relationship. Meanwhile, Lee Mi Jin, Ji Hwan's first love, reappears in his life with the aim of sabotaging his relationship with Dan Bi. She possesses a grave, hidden truth that could have serious repercussions for both families. How will Mi Jin leverage her knowledge of this dark secret to drive a wedge between Ji Hwan and Dan Bi? What enduring consequences will this have for both families? What is the nature of the dark secret?

Explores the narrative of the global economic downturn and challenges of local economic reorganization from the perspective of two business clans.

"Season" Sum Si Sun's lawyer license is revoked due to an error, leading her to transition to a role as an insurance sales representative at MIG. While working there, she encounters "Queenie" Yu Chi San, her supervisor known for using deceitful tactics to reach her objectives, "Johnny" Hon Ji Kin, a colleague who ignites something within her, and "Charles" Kwan Cheuk Hong, the former boyfriend of her mentor. As Season becomes more involved with MIG, her relationships become more complex, causing her to gradually adopt a cold and manipulative demeanor. The question remains: will she accomplish her ultimate goal?

Gong So, a pawnshop proprietor in Hong Kong, marries a female employee Dung Ji Su from Guang Zhou, China, in a typical cross-border marriage of the 1980s. However, they do not stay together post-marriage and continue with their separate lives. Meanwhile, Ji Su gives birth to two adorable daughters, Gong Hoi Chiu and Gong Hoi Lan. After several attempts, Ji Su and her daughters finally receive approval to relocate to Hong Kong. Just as they are preparing to make the move, Ji Su is robbed at the train station. Robert Chui Chi Man, the gang member Ji Su encounters at the station, assists her in pursuing the robbers, leaving Hoi Lan under the care of her older sister Hoi Chiu. The situation takes a turn for the worse when Hoi Lan is kidnapped amidst the commotion! Hoi Chiu chooses not to seek assistance, despite being able to prevent the unfortunate incident.

“If I could turn back time, I wouldn't have fallen for you...” Individuals often find themselves in love with one person while committing to another. The girlfriend of one sibling happens to be the former partner of his younger brother, while the younger brother's fiancée has feelings for the older sibling. The younger brother struggles to move on from his ex-girlfriend, who is now openly dating his brother, but he must push those thoughts aside to seek vengeance and reclaim what he believes is rightfully his. More importantly, he needs to navigate the dangers surrounding him and avoid being killed. He tries to keep a respectful distance from his brother's girlfriend, who is also his past love, but he must do so subtly, as they may soon become family. Additionally, he needs to execute his revenge plan discreetly. “Reverse” is a psychological thriller that weaves together the lives of four individuals caught in a complex tangle of affection and hidden truths. (MBC)

Kaibara Haru, a single mother, was actively involved in the American business community before being recruited by the CEO of Itsuki Trading, a prominent Japanese general trading company. Upon her return to Japan, she assumed the role of assistant manager in the esteemed Corporate Planning Department, only to discover that her immediate superior was her ex-husband from a decade ago. Haru faces various challenges within the vast departments and affiliate companies of Itsuki Trading, tackling issues ranging from ramen to rockets. Despite the conservative atmosphere fostered by a resistant deputy CEO, she remains determined to find enjoyment in her work and takes unconventional approaches to her tasks.

A theatrical piece centered on the daughter of a businessman who is battling a scheme to seize control of her father's company.

Kang Moo Yeol, a third-generation chaebol, appears to have everything one could desire—looks, wealth, and status. However, beneath this facade lies a troubled upbringing marked by family strife and the heartache of losing his former love, Han Yoo Rim. On the other hand, Han Yoo Jung is a hardworking, intelligent, and fiercely independent woman with a rebellious spirit that has helped her cope with the sudden death of her family. As the younger sister of Han Yoo Rim, she becomes entwined with Kang Moo Yeol a decade later. Both Kang Moo Yeol and his half-brother, Hong Soo Hyuk, find themselves captivated by Han Yoo Jung. Yet, Moo Yeol and Yoo Jung's relationship is doomed from the start, as their tragic romance is rooted in a calamity involving their parents. Will they be able to break free from their grim circumstances and find happiness together?

During her teenage years, Han Ka Young experienced her father's company going bankrupt, which ultimately led to her parents' divorce. Facing these challenges, she has been responsible for managing household chores and supporting her family since she was young. Despite her hardships, Han Ka Young maintains a cheerful demeanor. Following the bankruptcy, her father launched a cosmetics venture, and she takes her responsibilities at his company very seriously. Throughout this time, Han Ka Young has not had a romantic relationship. However, her life takes a turn when she encounters Yoon Jung Han, the heir to a family-run glass manufacturing business, and she finds herself falling for him.

Ji-Young possesses a cheerful disposition. In light of challenging circumstances, she decides to become a surrogate mother. Her optimistic nature helps her navigate through difficulties as she strives to find joy.

Qi Yi is known as a difficult boss, often compared to a dictator. He strongly opposes office romances, making him unpopular among his employees. Cheng Liang Liang is chosen by her colleagues to try to soften the boss' stance on workplace relationships. As they work together, will they discover a romantic connection between them?

No Eun Seol eventually secures a position as a secretary at a law firm after facing challenges with being unemployed, but her boss, Cha Ji Heon, the irresponsible youngest son of a wealthy chaebol family, develops feelings for her.

Kiki Inoue is employed part-time at a convenience store, where she spends most of her time relaxing or sharing her thoughts on various sweets through her social media platform. One day, she meets the CEO of the chain, Takumi Asaba, who recognizes her online reviews. Asaba requests Inoue to create new dessert options to be sold throughout the chain. In his role as CEO, Asaba is responsible for improving the chain's performance, as it currently ranks at the bottom compared to its competitors. Through working closely together, Inoue and Asaba develop a fondness for each other.

Zheng Shuang portrays a set of twins from a wealthy family, with one of them being swapped at birth by a less fortunate mother in order to save her ailing child. The older twin and the poor woman's daughter are brought up as non-identical twins, while the younger twin is raised by the less fortunate mother. As the girls mature, the older twin falls in love with an average man, portrayed by Hans, whom her mother disapproves of. She runs away to be with him, but tragically dies in a car accident. The wealthy mother then encounters her real other daughter and strikes a deal with her - to impersonate the deceased twin in exchange for funding the poor mother's medical care, unaware that they are actually related.

Fang Zi Yan, a young woman from a modest background, sells inexpensive jewelry to support her family and care for her father who is disabled. Xia Luo Yi constantly challenges Gong Yu Ye's patience by causing trouble within the Gong household. She desires a divorce as their marriage was solely a business arrangement. One day, Xia Luo Yi disappears. Gong Yu Ye encounters Fang Zi Yan, who bears a striking resemblance to his missing wife. To fulfill his grandmother's wishes, he offers Zi Yan money to pose as his wife. Initially, no one suspects the new Xia Luo Yi, until the real one returns.

The former journalist Zhan Da Peng, who specialized in reporting from conflict zones, has transitioned into a respected producer. However, his life takes a drastic turn when his wife, who also works at the company, decides to leave him. This leads to him losing both his family and his job, plunging him into a personal crisis. A new colleague named Chang Ge looks up to Da Peng and begins to shadow him at work. Together, they embark on creating a new program under challenging circumstances, facing numerous obstacles along the way. Despite their efforts, fate intervenes as Da Peng discovers that a piece of shrapnel lodged in his head from a previous assignment in a war-torn area poses a serious threat to his life. Focused on helping his son achieve his dream of starting a business, Da Peng also works on repairing his fractured relationships with his family. Meanwhile, he continues to work on the new program.

A tale follows the journey of three college students as they strive to achieve success in the business world. Guan Xiao Chun, Wei Wen Bin, and Jia Lei are roommates and close companions with different personalities - one is outgoing, one is reserved, and one is straightforward. Despite their diverse traits, all three have been business-oriented since their university days and pursued different paths after graduating. Guan Xiao Chun, feeling dissatisfied with his situation, decides to abandon his dreams and takes a job at an online company. However, the tech industry's unpredictability leads to unexpected challenges, causing his girlfriend Li Wei to marry Wei Wen Bin instead. This event creates a rift between the once-united friends turned rivals. Despite the setbacks, Guan Xiao Chun remains determined to make his ambitions a reality.

Even though Jung Mong Hee aspires to be a jewelry designer, she supports herself by selling inexpensive imitation jewelry on the streets. She braves the sweltering heat to contribute to her siblings' education expenses. Being the oldest in her family, she feels a sense of duty to assist with their financial needs. One day, however, Mong Hee receives an enticing offer that has the potential to transform her life. She decides to embrace this unexpected chance, viewing it as a step toward realizing her dreams.

In the upscale neighborhood of Gangnam, one mother stands out as an exception: Bok Dang Ji. She relocated to Gangnam and struggles to make ends meet, yet she feels fortunate, akin to Cinderella, because she married the man she once admired from afar. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Han Jung Wook, a prosecutor who enjoys a life of privilege and shares many similarities with her. Having risen from poverty to join the ranks of the affluent through relentless effort, he embodies determination. However, their lives take a downturn one fateful day. The series focuses on Bok Dan Ji, a mother in Gangnam, and Han Jung Wook, who experiences a fall from grace as a member of the elite, as they gradually cultivate a bond and discover genuine love. (MBC America)

The drama narrates the romantic relationship between Qiu Hai Tang, a renowned pupil in Yuzhen class, and Luo Xiang Qi, a female student from Normal University

The narrative centers on the emotions of the artist.

The narrative centers around a young lady named Lu Yaqing in the era of the Chinese republic. She transforms her circumstances from poverty to marrying into a wealthy family, leveraging her embroidery skills to rise as a prosperous and influential figure, leaving a significant mark during her lifetime.

After Tong Si Jie loses her parents at a young age, she faces challenges and takes on various jobs to support her siblings. Her path crosses with the wealthy Yi Yi, and they fall in love against all odds. However, their plans for a future together are disrupted by Yi Yi's controlling mother, who manipulates the situation and drives a wedge between the couple.

Yao Yuan overcame numerous challenges to make a breakthrough in the online express delivery industry. His journey spans two decades of highs and lows, starting with working his parents' long-haul transport shifts post-high school graduation. While on these trips, he seizes an opportunity that leads to an encounter with Lu Xiao'ou, the daughter of Lu Zong, the head of an express mail service. Despite a failed business endeavor that causes him to exit, inadvertently shattering Lu Xiao'ou's romantic hopes, their paths continue to intersect. Lu Xiao'ou becomes a persistent reminder of his deepest desires and vulnerabilities. Supported by Tian Hui and facing off against Liu Yun Tian's challenges, Yao Yuan finds himself entangled in a conflict between traditional enterprises and online deliveries, ultimately becoming Lu Xiao'ou's adversary. Through applying lessons learned from Lu Zong, he rekindles his aspirations and reignites Lu Xiao'ou's passion.

Choi Fung, a determined and intelligent young girl, encounters Ah Wong, a man with a mental brain injury known as "simple-minded." Despite the trouble he causes by claiming her as his wife, she continues to help him when he is bullied by other children. Choi Fung's stepmother, Lau Seung Seung, favors her biological daughter Choi Dip and opposes her marriage to Ah Wong, as it was arranged at birth. To ensure Choi Fung marries Ah Wong instead, Lau Seung Seung and Choi Dip devise a plan. Although Choi Fung believes she will marry Bao Gai Chung, she discovers on the wedding day that it is too late. Despite her mother-in-law Mai Chu Lien's approval of her, Choi Fung finds herself in a tumultuous situation under the new roof, especially when a dark secret from Ah Wong's past is revealed by Yeung Pui Kwan, causing further disruptions in their lives.

Kam Yuk was saved by the compassionate owner of a soy sauce factory from being forced into a brothel when she was a child. She later becomes the young bride of Tau, the factory owner's son. Kam Yuk ends up taking care of Tau more as a servant than a wife, as she is the one who raises him. When Kam Yuk realizes that Tau is spoiled, she convinces an idealistic teacher named Mak Sau Sing to educate him. However, Tau manipulates Mak into selling himself to the family in order to settle a debt owed by his friend, Sor Koo. Learning that Tau's father was responsible for his own father's death, Mak and Sor Koo cause trouble in the household and trick Tau into giving up the family business. Despite their differences, both Tau and Mak find themselves facing a common adversary in Cheng Sin, who has returned to town with the intention of teaming up with the rival of the soy sauce factory, Ding Fung, to drive Mak out of business.

Ling Lai Ying and her spouse, Wong Wing Jing, transitioned from owning a tea restaurant to establishing Ka Cheong Wong Limited. Lai Ying's sibling, Ling Sing Fung, assists in the company's listing, despite Wing Jing's objections. However, Hui Nga Lun intervenes on Wing Jing's behalf, helping him navigate legal troubles. Recognizing the risks facing the century-old printing business of the Huifamily, Hui offers assistance. Nevertheless, Wing Jing's sister-in-law, Leung Sun Wa, and younger brother, Leung Jaan, vehemently oppose the collaboration, along with Yue Sau Wai, who views the Hui's as elites. Eventually, Lai Ying reaches a merger agreement with the Hui's, forming the Hui Wong group. Regrettably, the merger leads to a series of complications, sparking conflicts between the working class and the affluent. The forbidden love affair between the Wong's second son, Wong Wai Ga, and the Hui's lone daughter, Hui Booi Yi, results in Wai Ga's departure. Lai Ying is devastated, only to face further turmoil when her eldest daughter, Wong Yi Oi, falls for a married man, Jeng Lap On. Meanwhile, Sing Fung finds himself entangled in a tumultuous relationship with his comrade, Fong Hei Man. Subsequently, the two families become embroiled in a longstanding vendetta.

Ji Eun discovers that her sister Hee Jung is the biological daughter of a renowned fashion designer and decides to take Hee Jung's place as the designer's real daughter. Consumed by jealousy towards Hee Jung, Ji Eun succumbs to immoral behavior and competes for the affections of Jun Ho and Young Min. Unfortunately, the fashion designer passes away from leukemia before being able to fully enjoy the love of her real daughter, Hee Jung. Eventually, Ji Eun comes to understand the unconditional love of the fashion designer and receives forgiveness from Hee Jung.

The film "South of the Sun" tells the story of Kang Sung Jae, who has been wrongly imprisoned and isolated from society, and Jung Yeun Hee, who may seem content but is actually struggling with loneliness. By chance, they connect through a letter and quickly develop a deep love upon realizing they both experience similar feelings of isolation. However, their relationship is tested when Sung Jae's ex-fiancee, MinJoo, resurfaces and causes tension between them.

The 1970s fashion drama revolves around the experiences of four young individuals, tracing their upbringing during the Korean War to their careers and romantic entanglements in the vibrant fashion scene of the era. As a child, Joon Hee forms a friendship with a girl named Kang Hee, and their bond often leads them into trouble due to Kang Hee's avaricious mother. Concurrently, Joon Hee also connects with two boys, Dong Young, the son of a military general, and Jang Bin. However, when North Korean troops invade their town, both girls become separated from their families, and Joon Hee's mother tragically dies in an explosion. Believing his daughter has perished, Joon Hee's father adopts Kang Hee, raising her as his own. Meanwhile, Joon Hee is found in an orphanage by Kang Hee's mother and is subsequently adopted as well. The traumatic experiences lead Joon Hee to repress her childhood memories, and she grows up on a remote island as Doe Mi, unaware of her real past. As time goes by, their lives intersect once more, leading to complex and destructive outcomes. Doe Mi aspires to be a fashion designer, and the small-time criminal Jang Bin assists her in moving to Seoul to pursue her dreams. Along the way, he develops feelings for her, which remain unreturned.

Tae Ho and Sang Goo are two individuals who have perpetually clashed in the workplace, and their animosity has intensified now that they lead competing companies. However, when their children, Do Hee and Young Joon, tie the knot, these feuding fathers find themselves compelled to become family.

A narrative centered around an adopted woman facing challenges in her quest to establish a family.

Wealthy private lender Yoon Bok Hee has three children. After she develops Alzheimer's, her children face various challenges as they transition into adulthood. On the other hand, Jang Hoon Nam, who lost his parents in his childhood, cares for his older brother who is deaf. He possesses a deep sense of duty. Jang Hoon Nam encounters Go Young Chae, the eldest daughter of Yoon Bok Hee, at their workplace. Go Young Chae is characterized by her arrogance and vanity. Initially, they often clash, but over time, their relationship evolves into love.

A familial narrative revolves around a woman who moves into her biological mother's boarding house alongside her stepmother following her father's death and the subsequent decline of his business. This challenged family navigates life's obstacles together, relying on love and empathy to achieve a joyful resolution. (MBC)

Despite facing financial hardships, Oh Bom remains optimistic and cheerful. She holds a part-time job at a factory. Kang Ma Roo is a gentle and uncomplicated young man, who possesses a certain naivety about life. An Tae Ho serves as the section chief at a corporation and is driven by ambition. He seeks out Choi Ah Ran for his own interests and eventually marries her. Choi Ah Ran is the heir to a substantial company. Although she is intelligent, she carries the burden of a troubled history; her younger sister has vanished, and her parents have abandoned her.

A theatrical piece centered on individuals confronting animosity and discord as they discover the essence of forgiveness, love, and true happiness.

This drama revolves around three women in their middle age: Cha Jin Ok, Oh Dal Sook, and Nam Mi Rae. They are friends who completed high school together and think they are living fulfilling lives; however, they encounter a significant turning point in their lives. (KoreanDrama.org)

Huang Jin Fa is nearing retirement and is generally accepting of most things, except for his daughters' future partners. His eldest daughter, Huang Tian Lan, is dating Jin Fa's new supervisor, while his middle daughter, Huang Tian Long, was deceived by her spouse. The youngest daughter, Huang Tian Zhen, took a risk by engaging in a relationship on campus.

Yeon Bun Hong finds herself as a single mother after being deceived by the man she cared for, yet she remains resolute in her decision to forge ahead with her life. Bun Hong became pregnant with Gi Seok's baby, but he expressed his disinterest in having the child and urged her to terminate the pregnancy, which she found herself unable to do. Tragically, her friends, Lee Ju Yeong and Lee Seon Hui, lost their lives in a boating accident; Bun Hong was on the boat as well, but she managed to survive. Seon Hui was in a relationship with Ju Yeong, but due to a series of misunderstandings, the Lee family mistakenly believed that Bun Hong was Ju Yeong's partner and that she was expecting his child. To escape her troubles, Bun Hong moved into the Lee household, allowing them to think that the baby was Ju Yeong's. Lee Ju Hyeok, Ju Yeong's elder brother, develops feelings for Bun Hong. What will happen when the Lee family uncovers the truth behind Bun Hong's deception regarding the child's parentage? How will Ju Hyeok react to her once he learns the reality?

Hong Yun Shi was a naive and innocent young woman who maintained her cheerful disposition despite her upbringing in a life of poverty. Her challenging situation leads her to wed the wealthy Byung Joo, but she soon faces betrayal from both her husband and her mother-in-law. Upon learning that her mother-in-law played a role in her mother’s mysterious vanishing, Yun Shi begins to lose her once-pure nature and becomes consumed by thoughts of vengeance. Soo Ri, who has deep feelings for Yun Shi, can do little more than watch over her with affection and concern.

A story revolves around a woman who, after going through a phony divorce, partners with her husband's rival to rekindle the affection of her true husband, who has had a change of heart.

On the eve of the Korean War in 1950, a man is murdered, setting off a chain of events that affects three families as four young individuals navigate the complexities of love and forgiveness. Kim Eun Hee's father is wrongfully accused of the crime and meets a tragic end as a consequence. Since that incident, Eun Hee has faced ostracism from her community. Im Sung Jae has always harbored feelings for Eun Hee, but their shared history threatens to keep them apart. Following his father's death, Sung Jae was ironically taken in and raised by the actual murderer, Cha Seok Goo. Seok Goo's daughter, Cha Young Joo, is both intelligent and arrogant, and she has developed feelings for Sung Jae. Her jealousy motivates her to attempt to sabotage his relationship with Eun Hee. Meanwhile, Choi Jung Tae is also in love with Eun Hee but chooses to accept that her affections lie elsewhere.

A lively miniseries focused on family dynamics, showcasing a blend of various generations and their distinct perspectives on relationships. The central storyline revolves around the tensions that emerge between a mother and her daughter, primarily stemming from the men they are involved with, highlighting the struggles that single mothers and divorcees encounter in contemporary society. The portrayal of their lives, along with those intertwined with them, resonates with viewers, evoking a comforting sensation known as love. (MBC)

Set against a backdrop of hope in a challenging and disconnected society, this drama explores themes of filial devotion, family connections, and virtuous individuals. It uncovers the genuine essence of marriage and love by illustrating the modern dating landscape and societal perspectives, all while highlighting the contrasting traits of young individuals who seek a partner based on social standing and wealth rather than authentic affection. Life is filled with both joyful and difficult moments, but having cherished ones around will transform each day into a delightful spring. (MBC)

Oh Dan-Byul suffered the loss of her parents as a result of her own error. She enters into a marriage with Joon-Young, but he unfortunately dies. At the same time, her mother-in-law, Ho-Duk, ends her marriage due to her husband’s unfaithfulness, and her sister-in-law, Se-Sil, comes back to South Korea after separating from her Italian spouse. Now, these three women cohabitate, navigating their individual challenges and growing to be significant in one another’s lives.

Chun Sung Woon serves as the head of a prominent fashion firm. He encounters a single mother named Han Ah Reum and finds himself drawn to her. As a result of his relationship with Han Ah Reum and her child, Chun Sung Woon undergoes a personal transformation.