Two Wives (2009) - Asian drama recommendation
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Two Wives (2009)(두 아내)

2009South Korea
AmnesiaDramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityLove TriangleMelodramaRomance

Han Ji Sook is a single parent who becomes romantically involved with a man who is already married. This man, Kang Chul Soo, has a family with his spouse, Yoon Young Hee. When Young Hee discovers Chul Soo's affair, she begins to emotionally withdraw from him. Ultimately, they end their marriage, allowing Chul Soo to embark on a new journey with Ji Sook. However, fate takes a turn when Chul Soo gets into a car accident, resulting in the loss of all memories related to Ji Sook. Consequently, Young Hee must act as if she and Chul Soo are still together.

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Recommendation: A Happy Woman similar to Two Wives (2009)
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A Happy Woman(행복한 여자)

2007South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipLove TriangleMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 71% 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: The Next Station is Marriage similar to Two Wives (2009)
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The Next Station is Marriage(下一站婚姻)

2015China
DramaFamily RelationshipLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceLife

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 63% 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: Married But Available (2015) similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Married But Available (2015)(婚姻时差)

2015China
DramaInfidelityLove TriangleRomanceFamily

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 50% 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: My Man's Woman similar to Two Wives (2009)
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My Man's Woman(내 남자의 여자)

2007South Korea
DramaInfidelityLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceAntiheroine Female LeadLifeSoap Opera

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

A woman is involved in a romantic relationship with a man who is already married. Her name is Lee Hwa Young, and she experiences no remorse for taking her friend's spouse.

Recommendation: April Kiss similar to Two Wives (2009)
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April Kiss(4월 키스)

2004South Korea
DramaLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceFirst Love

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 50% 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: Autumn Shower similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Autumn Shower(가을 소나기)

2005South Korea
DramaInfidelityLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceFall-Autumn SettingFriendshipSismance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 50% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around a man named Choi Yoon Jae, who becomes involved in a car crash that leaves his wife, Gyoo Eun, hospitalized and in a coma. Gyoo Eun's closest friend, Park Yeon Seo, harbors secret feelings for Yoon Jae. During Gyoo Eun's unconscious state, her husband and her best friend embark on a romantic relationship. Will Gyoo Eun regain consciousness? If she does, what consequences will follow? (AsianDB)

Recommendation: I'm Sorry Kang Nam Goo similar to Two Wives (2009)
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I'm Sorry Kang Nam Goo(아임 쏘리 강남구)

2016South Korea
AmnesiaDramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceDivorced Female LeadFamilyMultiple CouplesNice Male Lead

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 45% similarity match.

A deadly yet pure love tale about a man who relentlessly chased success for the sake of his family, and a woman who lost everything after discovering her husband's wealthy parents.

Recommendation: Sun After the Rain similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Sun After the Rain(雨後驕陽)

2014Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceBusiness IndustryHistorical

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 44% 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 Two Wives (2009)
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Ripening Orange(橘子红了)

2002China
DramaLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceFamilyHistorical

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 44% 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: Still Loving You similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Still Loving You(빛나라 은수)

2016South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipMelodramaRomanceOlder Woman-Younger ManRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

The story revolves around Oh Eun Soo and Kim Bit Na, a former teacher and her student, who reunite years later after marrying siblings Yoon Soo Ho and Yoon Soo Hyun. Their families blend even further when their parents remarry, making them stepsisters.

Recommendation: Confession (2002) similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Confession (2002)(고백)

2002South Korea
Family RelationshipInfidelityLove TriangleRomanceBest Friends RelationshipFriendship

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Family Relationship, Infidelity, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 44% similarity match.

Yoon Mi trembles uncontrollably as her husband reveals his affair with a young actress from the stage. The affair has lasted for six months, during which he claims to have faced challenges, leading him to seek a divorce. Yoon Mi, a successful doctor, has always been the envy of her high school friend Jung Hee, who is dissatisfied with her role as a housewife. This story explores the complexities of marriage, family, and female friendship, as both women navigate divorce and strive to overcome their despair, prompting a reflection on the true essence of married life.

Recommendation: Ju Zi similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Ju Zi(菊子)

2011China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative follows Ju Zi, a woman whose life is marked by tragedy, and the individuals in her midst amid a Japanese invasion

Recommendation: Sweet Lies similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Sweet Lies(甜蜜的谎言)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Describes the intricate emotional tale involving Wen Ya, who disappeared for eight years, her former lover Detective Captain Li Yuan, and her current spouse Jiang Xiao Xian

Recommendation: Destination Of Love similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Destination Of Love(婚巢)

2012China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative unfolds the journey of siblings Yang Xue and Yang Li Nan as they transitioned from a rural village to a bustling metropolis where they settled down to pursue their careers. While striving to realize their dreams through hard work, they also grappled with the inevitability of marriage looming on the horizon.

Recommendation: Love Trouble similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Love Trouble(真爱惹麻烦)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Following the unjust persecution of Lin Zhen Xin's father, Lin Shin Nan, due to a business deal gone wrong with the powerful Ko family, she decides to seek revenge for her father's death. To gather evidence of her father's innocence, she feigns romantic interest in Ko Yang, the heir to the Ko family. However, as she gets closer to Ko Yang, she finds herself falling uncontrollably in love with him. Meanwhile, Wang Xiang, who also has feelings for Lin, is forced to watch from the sidelines as Lin faces a difficult decision. The series is available in two versions: the original 40-episode version and the CCTV version with 38 episodes.

Recommendation: Beautiful Stupid Woman similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Beautiful Stupid Woman(美丽的笨女人)

2015China
DramaLove TriangleRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), 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: I Believed in Men similar to Two Wives (2009)
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I Believed in Men(남자를 믿었네)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

A timeless family saga centered around a food company executive who experiences a whirlwind of challenges following an unexplained breakup with a significant other.

Recommendation: Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Bei Shang Shi Chang Shou Ge(悲伤时唱首歌)

2007China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative follows Guan Liang Pei, who experiences a mental health condition after being unexpectedly left by her initial romantic partner, Zhao Yu. Wang Jing Fan, who harbored strong feelings for her, chooses to marry her and take on the responsibility of caring for her. The story delves into the emotional turmoil stemming from unusual reactions triggered by the lingering feelings for a past love.

Recommendation: The Seventh Day similar to Two Wives (2009)
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The Seventh Day(最美麗的第七天 (最美丽的第)

2008Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Ling Ka Yan works as a salesperson at a pet store. She was informed of a serious illness during her childhood, leading her family to be excessively cautious with her. Consequently, despite being in her twenties, she had never encountered genuine affection until she crossed paths with Yau Zi Wing, a man who alters her life indefinitely.

Recommendation: Till Death Do Us Part (2019) similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Till Death Do Us Part (2019)(婚內情)

2019Hong Kong
DramaInfidelityRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

To celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, Ma Suk Seung, an art gallery owner, and her husband Suen Yat have decided to commission illustrator Hui Wah Yeen to create ten paintings commemorating their years together. As preparations unfold, Suen Yat and Hui Wah Yeen develop a romantic relationship. When Ma Suk Seung discovers her husband's affair, she reaches out to her estranged younger sister, Ma Suk Yuen, for help. Meanwhile, Ma Suk Seung forms a close bond with Lam Yeuk Duk, a doctor who has harbored feelings for her.

Recommendation: Beyond the Common Ground similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Beyond the Common Ground(和解在後)

2023Hong Kong
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

In a society filled with gossip and misinformation, individuals appear to have overlooked fundamental ethical principles. Typically characterized by their polished appearance, articulate speech, and impartial demeanor, mediators are expected to possess certain qualities. However, amidst these conventional mediators stands Yip Chi Fan, an unconventional figure who dresses casually, speaks his mind, and operates outside the confines of traditional norms. Yip rejects the notion of complete neutrality, believing instead that mediators should maintain sensitivity to facilitate resolution. When law graduate Fong Yuen joins Yip's firm as an intern, her straightforward approach clashes with Yip's unconventional methods. As they spend more time together, their differing perspectives begin to influence one another.

Recommendation: Golden Wings similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Golden Wings(金色の翼)

2007Japan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Shuko's husband tragically passed away in a plane accident, leaving her with a significant inheritance. However, the newfound wealth brings unwarranted suspicion and gossip her way, causing Shuko deep emotional pain. Seeking solace, she escapes to an exclusive hotel on a secluded island where she crosses paths with Maki, a young man trapped on the island with his girlfriend, Rio, the niece of the hotel owner. Together, Maki and Rio scheme to obtain money from Shuko by manipulating her feelings for Maki. As their deceitful plan unfolds, Shuko's fortune attracts attention from those around her. Drawing inspiration from Henry James' classic novel "The Wings of the Dove," this tale explores themes of love, greed, deception, and truth within the backdrop of a serene and isolated island.

Recommendation: Land of Wine similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Land of Wine(술의 나라)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Seo Joon plays the role of a rebellious son of a wealthy entrepreneur in the drama. The series follows Seo Joon's journey as he achieves success in the alcohol industry by selling authentic Korean beer.

Recommendation: The Fairy and The Swindler similar to Two Wives (2009)
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The Fairy and The Swindler(선녀와 사기꾼)

2003South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Baby Jae Kyung was left by his mother due to financial issues, and his father, who was often drunk, tragically died in a train accident while intoxicated. Raised by a con artist, Jae Kyung learned the tricks of the trade and developed into a skilled scammer due to his exceptional memory. Alongside his adopted father and three others, they deceived many individuals out of their money. However, after meeting the girl of his dreams, Jae Kyung resolved to leave behind his deceitful ways.

Recommendation: Salt Doll similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Salt Doll(소금인형 )

2007South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Cha So Yeong is a dedicated spouse to her husband, who struggles with various issues. Her first love is the heir to a prominent financial firm. To cover the expenses of her husband's surgery, she reluctantly resorts to selling herself to the man who has unreciprocated feelings for her.

Recommendation: The Queen Returns similar to Two Wives (2009)
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The Queen Returns(공주가 돌아왔다)

2009South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Cha Do-kyung was the quintessential "it girl," capturing everyone's attention throughout her school years. Her striking appearance and wealthy family background attracted numerous admirers. In contrast, Jang Gong-shim, Do-kyung's friend, often felt overshadowed and inadequate compared to her growing up. However, a chance encounter resulted in a one-night stand between Do-kyung and Bong-hee, who was then Gong-shim's boyfriend, leading to an unexpected pregnancy and their subsequent marriage. Fast forward 17 years, and Do-kyung has settled into the role of a regular housewife with three children and a lackluster husband, while Gong-shim has achieved fame as a ballet dancer. This role reversal has created tension between the two women, culminating in a rivalry over Hyun-woo, who once harbored feelings for Do-kyung in their youth. Caught between his first love, now married to someone else, and Gong-shim, the once overlooked girl who blossomed into a stunning woman, will Hyun-woo choose to pursue his childhood affection or embrace his feelings for Gong-shim? Will Gong-shim succeed in capturing Hyun-woo's heart? (KBS World)

Recommendation: While You Were Sleeping similar to Two Wives (2009)
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While You Were Sleeping(당신이 잠든 사이)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the destinies of two couples and two families whose lives became intertwined as a result of a birth-related incident.

Recommendation: You're So Beautiful similar to Two Wives (2009)
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You're So Beautiful(당신 참 예쁘다)

2011South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Go Yoo Rang possesses a strong sense of confidence and a positive outlook on life. She experiences her first love with Chi Young. However, Chi Young abruptly departs to go back to Seoul. Eager to reconnect with him, Yoo Rang travels to Seoul, only to discover that he is already married.

Recommendation: I Do? similar to Two Wives (2009)
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I Do?(幸福的抉擇)

2008Taiwan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The phrase "unable to survive with or without each other" perfectly captured the essence of the brief marriage between the young couple. Despite facing significant challenges to be together, their love ultimately proved insufficient to sustain their relationship amidst the strains of cohabitation and interference from his former partner. Consequently, they opted for a divorce. However, the separation only intensified their unhappiness. Following the intervention of their loved ones, the couple resolved to grant one another a second opportunity.

Recommendation: Roseate-Love similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Roseate-Love(紫玫瑰)

2009Taiwan
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Xiao Zi longs for her childhood crush, Lin Nuo, as he sings passionately at the pub in a luxurious hotel. Despite the "Future Man Band" receiving little applause, Xiao Zi remains devoted, creating "Purple Roses" from paper with determination, hoping for Lin Nuo's victory over the unworthy Devil. A new waiter, Ning ZiDa, joins the pub under Xiao Zi's guidance. Rumors swirl about Zi Da's background, and Xiao Zi inadvertently reveals the truth, altering Zi Da's opinion of her. Witnessing the innocent girl's pursuit of an unattainable love and her creation of numbered paper purple roses, Zi Da's tough exterior begins to soften with compassion.

Recommendation: An Adopted Daughter similar to Two Wives (2009)
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An Adopted Daughter(思慕的人)

2015Taiwan
DramaFamily RelationshipRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

The series covers the period from Japan's occupation of Taiwan to the return of Taiwan after the 1960s. It tells the story of a young woman named Yuki Qing Fu Lai who is raised by foster parents and her mother sacrifices her childhood in Nakasi. The plot also involves singing, as well as the intertwined love issues among Yuki, her childhood friend Ming Yi, and their friend Wenchang.

Recommendation: My Life's Golden Age similar to Two Wives (2009)
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My Life's Golden Age(내 인생의 황금기)

2008South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

When two individuals who have previously gone through divorce unite in marriage and raise their children together, they often choose names for their kids that reflect the ideal phase of life, known as hwang-geum-ki, with the hope that their offspring will experience this joyful time earlier than they did. Unbeknownst to them, their children will face various challenges before achieving hwang-geum-ki. Lee Hwang, the eldest daughter, has been married for five years and has a daughter, along with a thriving career, yet beneath the surface, she is far from content. A chance encounter with an old lover leads her down a reckless path. The second daughter, Lee Geum, suffers from chronic myelogenous leukemia, a serious illness that persistently impacts her quality of life and happiness. Nevertheless, she remains bright and optimistic, dedicating her energy to her role as a track team coach, all while secretly working to cover her biological father's medical expenses. The youngest child, Lee Ki, has successfully completed medical school and is now an intern at a hospital, yet his true aspiration is to become a musical theater performer. He decides to leave the hospital to pursue dance lessons, needing to keep this decision hidden from his family as he navigates his sisters' challenges. Enter Go Kyung Woo, a television producer at a prominent network whose success has led him to become dismissively indifferent to the struggles of others. When he crosses paths with Lee Geum, there is undeniable chemistry, but will he be able to genuinely care for her, especially given her health condition? Meanwhile, Lee Ki faces another dilemma—he may be falling for his sister-in-law...

Recommendation: Love Story in Shanghai similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Love Story in Shanghai(像霧像雨又像風)

2001China
DramaMelodramaRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Time flows like a river, memories drift like clouds, intertwined like an unchanging tune. Chen Zi Kun faces unexpected misfortunes as he is wrongly accused of a crime and imprisoned. Fang Zi Yi goes to great lengths to free her beloved, seeking help from her friend's brother, Li Ying Qi, who helps secure Zi Kun's release on bail. However, Ying Qi also develops feelings for Zi Yi in the process. Zi Kun takes on a job as a clock repairer and crosses paths with Du Xin Yu, the daughter of Mr. Du whose clocks he fixes. Impressed by Xin Yu's innocence and determination, Zi Kun finds himself drawn to her. He eventually runs away with Zi Yi, while Ying Qi, who is compelled to marry his cousin Fan Li Jun, chooses to be with Zi Yi instead. As Xin Yu falls seriously ill, Mr. Du takes drastic measures to save her by arranging for Zi Kun to be kidnapped and taken to a picturesque county with Xin Yu. During their time together, love blossoms between Zi Kun and Xin Yu.

Recommendation: Only You (2002) similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Only You (2002)(非你不可)

2002China
DramaLove TriangleRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), 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: Actually, You Don't Understand My Heart similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Actually, You Don't Understand My Heart(其实你不懂我的心)

2003China
DramaInfidelityRomance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 43% similarity match.

Eight years in the past, Lian Xian Qing was filled with anticipation for a reunion with her boyfriend who was overseas. While driving him to the airport, she discovered that her boyfriend, Liang Hai Yang, had a new partner in their home country. Distraught, Liao Xian Qing fled from the airport and collided with a vehicle. The individual who struck her was a Hong Kong native named Gao Da Wei, who compassionately escorted the pregnant Lian Xian Qing to the hospital. Fast forward eight years, and Lian Xian Qing crosses paths with Liao Xian Qing once more. This poignant tale delves into the complexities of emotions, marriage, and family within the lives of middle-aged urban professionals. It delves into the timeless theme of love and animosity between the sexes, as well as the turmoil of rationality. It portrays humanity's ceaseless pursuit of both spiritual and material desires, culminating in a weary and conflicted existence. (Mtime, iQiyi)

Recommendation: Second Husband similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Second Husband(두번째 남편)

2021South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAge GapOptimistic Female LeadRevengeSoap OperaWrongfully Accused

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 42% similarity match.

The story centers on Bong Seon Hwa and her family's involvement in a confectionery business. Despite a difficult upbringing, she overcomes challenges with her resilient and optimistic attitude. Seon Hwa, who grew up in the same neighborhood as Moon Sang Hyuk, had a deep connection with him. However, after experiencing a tragic loss of her family caused by uncontrollable greed, she vows to seek revenge amidst a complex mix of fate and love.

Recommendation: Terms of Endearment (2004) similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Terms of Endearment (2004)(애정의 조건)

2004South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityMelodramaRomanceMultiple MainsPregnancySingle MotherSoap OperaSwindler Supporting Character

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 42% similarity match.

Kang Han Geol is the father of three daughters. The eldest, Keum Pa, is married to a lawyer, and they share a son, enjoying a life of happiness and comfort. However, her husband is unfaithful with a younger colleague. The youngest, Eun Pa, is a college student who is enthusiastic about romance. She breaks up with her first love, Yun Taek, and decides to move in with Jeon Seong Ki, a charming con artist known for his womanizing ways. After discovering she is pregnant, she eventually gains her parents' approval to marry him, but he fails to appear on their wedding day. Despite the challenges, Eun Pa is determined to work hard for her child's future, and a new romantic interest may soon come into her life as well.

Recommendation: Exhibition of Fireworks similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Exhibition of Fireworks(불꽃놀이)

2006South Korea
DramaLove TriangleMelodramaRomanceCharacter DevelopmentOlder Woman-Younger ManUnrequited Love

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Shin Na Ra, a nearly thirty-year-old woman, eagerly awaits the return of her boyfriend, who has been away on a business trip for seven years. During their dinner together, he reveals that he has not only been unfaithful but has also developed feelings for another woman. Consequently, their relationship comes to an end. To cope with her heartbreak, Na Ra consumes a significant amount of alcohol and accidentally drops the ring her former boyfriend gifted her into the cup of a stranger. This stranger, In Jae, unknowingly consumes the drink containing the ring, leading both of them to end up in the hospital. To make ends meet, Na Ra pretends to be her 20-year-old sister to get a job as a cosmetic clerk at the store of Mi Rae, the woman her ex-boyfriend has fallen for. Coincidentally, In Jae also finds himself at the same shop. Thus begins their unexpected journey of romance, as In Jae is also infatuated with Mi Rae.

Recommendation: Love on a Rooftop similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Love on a Rooftop(오늘부터 사랑해)

2015South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipMelodramaRomanceEnemies To LoversFamilyNice Male Lead

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

A theatrical piece centered around a woman who, through re-adoption, finally finds her place within a family, alongside a man who opts for love rather than familial ties.

Recommendation: On the Way to the Airport similar to Two Wives (2009)
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On the Way to the Airport(공항 가는 길)

2016South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAirport SettingFlight Attendant Female LeadSecond Chance Romance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Choi Soo Ah has dedicated the past twelve years to her role as an airline assistant purser while raising her daughter with her husband, who is a pilot. She feels fulfilled in her life; however, everything shifts when she encounters Seo Do Woo. Seo Do Woo, a cheerful and amiable part-time architecture teacher, is also married and has a daughter. He is satisfied with his life until an unexpected event introduces chaos and leads him to Choi Soo Ah. How will their lives intertwine as they come together?

Recommendation: Time Between Dog and Wolf similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Time Between Dog and Wolf(개와 늑대의 시간)

2007South Korea
AmnesiaDramaLove TriangleRomanceActionNoirRevenge

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Love Triangle, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

Following the brutal murder of his mother by the Thai criminal organization Cheongbang, Lee Soo Hyun is taken in by NIS agent Kang Jung Ho's family. Alongside Jung Ho's son, Kang Min Gi, Soo Hyun trains to become a NIS agent. The two first crossed paths at the age of twelve and had another significant meeting thirteen years later, where they made promises about their future. One day, during a mission against the Cheongbang, Soo Hyun is unable to complete his objective due to resurfacing traumatic memories from his childhood in Thailand. In response to Soo Hyun's distress, NIS chief Jeong suggests that he go undercover within the Cheongbang. Accepting Jeong's offer, Soo Hyun stages his own death to assume a new identity as an undercover agent. Concealing his history, he infiltrates the Cheongbang with revenge as his motivation, leaving Ji Woo behind. Operating under the alias Kay, he navigates the alleyways of Bangkok, unaware that Ji Woo is the daughter of the very villain responsible for the deaths of his parents.

Recommendation: Tropical Nights in December similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Tropical Nights in December(12월의 열대야)

2004South Korea
DramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceComedyOlder Woman-Younger ManSad Romance

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 40% similarity match.

December Fever narrates the perilous romance between a married woman and a man on the brink of death. The plot features a woman who finds herself drawn to another man, along with the young suitor attempting to win her over, and the individuals pursuing them. The story explores themes of hypocrisy and double standards, highlighting those who make sacrifices for their families. Additionally, it delves into the relationship between a father and his ailing son, as well as the tensions involving their mothers-in-law. With its engaging and comedic characters, the narrative reflects the nuances of everyday life. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: Love, Just Come similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Love, Just Come(爱,来的刚好)

2017China
AmnesiaDramaInfidelityMelodramaRomanceBirth SecretBusiness IndustryEvil In-LawFamilyFriendshipRags To Riches

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Amnesia, Drama, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Since her childhood, Qing Ling was raised in a children's home. She is a compassionate, lively, and supportive young woman with an exceptional sense of smell. Because of her heightened sensitivity to scents, she began creating perfumes. Qing Ling's ambition is to develop a fragrance to give back to the orphanage and contribute to society. To achieve this goal, Qing Ling persevered through numerous challenges. Along her journey, she received assistance from Xu Qing Lun, Duan Tian Lang, Duan Yi Hua, and others. Additionally, she was able to locate and reconnect with her biological family during this period.

Recommendation: Ladies of Storm similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Ladies of Storm(폭풍의 여자)

2014South Korea
DramaFamily RelationshipInfidelityMelodramaRomanceFriends To EnemiesFriendshipRevengeRich Man-Poor WomanSoap OperaUnrequited Love

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Family Relationship, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Han Jung Im is a married woman with a teenage daughter who has recently relocated to Seoul from Jeju along with her husband, Moo Yeong, and their family. Despite the challenges posed by her in-laws, Jung Im strives to fulfill her roles as a wife and mother. In Seoul, she reconnects with her friend Do Hye Bin, who is the illegitimate daughter of a wealthy family. Hye Bin, also a mother to a teenage daughter, is married to Park Hyeon Seong, who is employed at her brother Do Jun Tae’s company. While Park Hyoen Wu has a passion for filmmaking rather than practicing law, he holds a deep affection for his older brother, Park Hyeon Seong. Han Jung Im's modest yet content life begins to unravel when Hye Bin unexpectedly arrives with shocking news.

Recommendation: Shining Days (2013) similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Shining Days (2013)(璀璨人生)

2013China
DramaMelodramaRomanceLife

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Filled with hidden truths about its characters' origins, the plot delves into the lives of the wealthy elite and the challenges faced by the innocent protagonist Yu Fei as she seeks to uncover the reality

Recommendation: Women's Heart similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Women's Heart(天涯女人心)

2015China
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: The Lover's Lies similar to Two Wives (2009)
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The Lover's Lies(爱人的谎言)

2016China
DramaMelodramaRomanceFamily

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

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.

Recommendation: Precious Youth similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Precious Youth(那年青春我们正好)

2016China
DramaMelodramaRomanceYouth

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Precious Youth narrates the story of Liu Ting, a diligent student, and Xiao Xiaojun, a passionate but troubled individual, and their bond of love and friendship from their university years in 1997 to the present day.

Recommendation: The Legendary Tycoon similar to Two Wives (2009)
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The Legendary Tycoon(传奇大亨)

2017China
DramaMelodramaRomanceInspired By A True Story

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

Huace Media's upcoming film 'The Legendary Tycoon' will center around the remarkable life of Sir Run Run Shaw. The movie aims to capture the tycoon's extraordinary journey through visually stunning cinematography, highlighting his relationships with three significant women. Additionally, the film will recreate the glamorous fashion and style of the era in which he lived.

Recommendation: Virtue similar to Two Wives (2009)
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Virtue(덕이)

2000South Korea
DramaMelodramaRomanceFraternal Twin Female Lead

Like Two Wives (2009), this drama also features Drama, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 38% similarity match.

The story revolves around Jung Kwi Duk, whose admirable qualities of honesty, optimism, and grace were challenged by a fierce rivalry with her twin sister, Jung Kwi Jin.