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A dramatic story centered on a plus-sized single woman named Young Ae, exploring the pressures and biases she faces from her superiors, colleagues, and during extended work hours.

Introducing Tanaka Maririn, a recent college graduate embarking on her career journey at the lowest level. Initially underestimated for her lack of experience, Maririn surprises others with her positive attitude, sharp wit, and fearless demeanor. She occasionally opts for trousers over skirts. Despite initial doubts, she is determined to succeed and even has her eye on a mysterious man she briefly encountered on her first day of work. Nothing can stand in her way.

According to Xiaomi, a worker at the beauty salon, the movie depicts the struggles for survival faced by three women with varied ages and professions: Anna, an online influencer; Bella, and Gina, a corporate executive. The film, as narrated by the knowledgeable store manager Yilan, exposes numerous deceitful practices in workplaces, gender discrimination, and other societal norms. It utilizes urban micro-dramas to portray the challenges women encounter in the professional world.

Hello there! The film "Working Girl" delves into the concept of balancing work and love. Yi Ling, a sweet and naive young woman, holds the belief that every problem has a solution. She finds herself in the general affairs department where her quirky coworkers take advantage of her willingness to help by assigning extra tasks. Yi Ling sees this as a normal part of life until she crosses paths with Da Lun. Their meeting transforms her world as they fall in love. Despite her insecurities, Yi Ling hesitates to express her feelings, fearing rejection. As she contemplates the possibility of losing Da Lun, will she find the courage to confess her love and say, "Da Lun, I love you..."? This story is inspired by the manga "Asakurakun Chotto!" by Oishi Kenichi and Ishizuka Yumemi.

Uzaki Aiko, a 20-year-old woman who is very close to her father, works at the clothing company she has always wanted to be a part of. Despite her father's strict rules, such as a 7:00pm curfew and no interacting with the opposite sex, she finds herself falling for her coworker, Taguchi. Determined to break free from her father's control, she embarks on a mission to gain independence.

Gye Sook Ja leads the recruitment team at a large gaming corporation. She possesses remarkable memory and calculation skills, yet she attempts to measure everything in her surroundings, leading others to perceive her as "cold-blooded." On the other hand, Lee Hae Joon is a prominent attorney specializing in international children's rights. He endeavors to assist Gye Sook Ja in healing from the wounds and traumas of her history.

Ni Hao and Joann, two women, venture into the entertainment industry by collaborating on the production of the "Heartbreak Club" series. Joann had previously experienced success at Orris, but was let go due to office politics. Despite this setback, Joann bounces back by establishing her own production company and transitioning into a movie and television producer role. Teaming up with Ni Hao's creative talents, they develop the "Heartbreak Club" series. Lu Yuan Yang, Joann's former boss and ex-boyfriend at Orris, is also involved in the entertainment sector. The question remains: will he become Joann's competitor or partner in this new venture? (ChineseDrama.info)

Reiko Kuki, a 27-year-old accountant, is cautious with her spending habits following a previous incident. About a year ago, she stumbled upon a set of small dishes at a thrift store and eventually decided to purchase them. However, when she goes back to buy them, a couple, one of whom is her boss's son, Keita Saruwatari, beats her to it. Shortly after, Reiko discovers Keita working in the accounting department as part of his father's attempt to teach him the importance of money. As someone known for her frugality, Reiko is assigned to mentor him, but will their interactions go beyond financial matters?

This drama revolves around Miss Kim, a prominent contract worker whose charm is so powerful that not even a top-level executive can sway her. She finds herself in conflict with the elite Jang Kyu Jik.

Ji Hyun took pride in being the sole employee adept at navigating office politics until her competition, Hye In, arrived at the firm for a brief project. Hye In surpasses Ji Hyun in numerous aspects, such as attractiveness and professional history. Naturally, she captures the attention of everyone, particularly Senior Director Byun, overshadowing Ji Hyun. Assistant Manager Park Seong Eun is pleased to have Hye In on her team as she finally has someone capable of unsettling Ji Hyun. However, it appears that Hye In may have romantic feelings for her boyfriend, Jin Ho?! Consequently, Ji Hyun and Seong Eun join forces to eliminate the intruder disrupting their team dynamics. Meanwhile, another pair, Sa Ra and Kyung Jun, encounters their own difficulties due to the delivery man who often visits the office. Quick-thinking Kyung Jun vigilantly observes the interactions between Sa Ra and the delivery man, who seem to share an unusual connection. The introduction of new characters, including Project Manager Hye In and the delivery man, adds further tension to the office drama.

Picking up from where it left off, the female staff members of GA-2, known as "the graveyard of female employees" due to their mundane tasks like changing light bulbs, restocking toilet paper, and organizing flower events, came to the company's rescue in the final episode of Shomuni. However, there have been significant changes at Manpan Corporation. The multinational company is now being managed in a dictatorial manner, with surveillance cameras installed throughout the premises to monitor employees' daily activities. Even the sinks in the restrooms are under scrutiny, as the Personnel Department, led by the sinister duo Terasaki and Nonomura, is once again looking for ways to cut costs. Taken from the graphic novel series by Yasuda Gumi.

Tsuboi Chinatsu, known as the least popular GA-2 employee in the Personnel Department, has recently left her position at Manpan Corporation. During a wedding event, she proposed a bet to four out of the five female GA-2 colleagues, excluding Tsukahara Sawako, regarding Sawako's potential loss of virginity by the end of the month (June 30th). Meanwhile, Sawako has been appointed as the new unofficial leader of GA-2, facing challenges in stepping into Chinatsu's former role. Taken from the manga series written by Yasuda Gumi.

In the pursuit of work, love, marriage, and dreams, four sisters navigate the various obstacles that life presents, experimenting along the way to discover their own paths to happiness

The narrative focuses on three fresh interns in the marketing division of the Sengse Group and the obstacles they encounter regarding gender discrimination, both inside and outside the workplace. This marks the second season of a web series aimed at raising awareness about gender-related issues.

The members of Marketing Team 3 in the home appliance department at Gaus Electronics HQ are no strangers to stress. This team, consisting of 10 employees, operates within a busy multinational company where chaos is a common occurrence. Among them are Lee Sang Sik, known for his positive personality but often misreading his coworkers' moods. Cha Na Rae serves as the hot-tempered assistant manager, while Baek Ma Tan, heir to the rival Power Group, shocked his family by joining Gaus as a junior employee despite his privileged background. Geon Gang Mi, on the other hand, comes from more modest beginnings and has always strived for success, albeit with a tendency to change when drinking. Despite their differences, the team begins to form a bond with potential for romance. The question remains: will any of them escape the chaos or find a way to bring order to their workplace?

This series follows the story of an ordinary man in contemporary society who faces challenges and setbacks. You Dong Dong, a fashion designer, experiences a breakup with his girlfriend, Lin Luo Fei, due to a misunderstanding. Feeling down, You Dong Dong decides to join his ex-girlfriend's company. However, he unintentionally offends his colleague, George, which leads to conflicts and a demotion. Eventually, You Dong Dong resigns after an incident involving a male model. To clear up a misunderstanding at a bar, You Dong Dong's friend, Zhang Yang, supports him in returning to work. Zhang Yang even organizes a bikini party and a pajama party to celebrate You Dong Dong's comeback. Despite various obstacles, You Dong Dong manages to reconcile with Lin Luo Fei and they happily reunite.

The series revolves around the misadventures of two colleagues at a toy company, Kwon Oh Joong and Park Ji Sup, as they both develop feelings for their coworker Woon Cho Ah. (Taken from DramaWiki)

The narrative of a new employee in a professional setting, alongside four male coworkers each with distinct personalities. (DramaWiki)

The storyline follows a married couple navigating through typical life challenges such as romantic issues, friendships, and career struggles, all set in a world where everyone is exceptionally attractive and successful. Bai Can Lan is a tough HR manager known for terminating employees. Despite her work persona, she is a caring wife with a strict no-pregnancy rule. Zhao Yang Guang is a brilliant IT expert with striking looks and intelligence, embodying the perfect blend of versatility and determination.

At 35 years old, Kazuha Ono finds herself divorced after her husband's infidelity

Shomuni 2013 showcases a new lineup of team members, with the exception of Esumi Makiko, who will be reprising her role as the spirited Tsuboi Chinatsu. It has been a decade since Shomuni disbanded at Manpan Corporation, and all the department members have retired. Tsuboi Chinatsu's whereabouts remain unknown. In light of the prolonged economic downturn affecting Japanese companies, restructuring has become a common occurrence. Like many others, Manpan is also facing the impact of this trend. Maruyama Shiori, an aspiring Olympic gold-medalist in pole vaulting, was recruited by Manpan for their PR campaign. However, the company dissolved the track and field club due to severe cost-cutting measures, deeming Shiori as no longer valuable. To encourage Shiori, who lacks even basic telephone operator skills, to leave voluntarily, the company began spreading negative remarks about her on social media. Shiori is now an outcast at the company, shunned by everyone except for the group of OL team members - Minami Madoka, Abe Reiko, Kojima Masuko, and Fukuda Masuyo. One day, Shiori encounters a woman who appears to be fleeing from someone. The following day, she spots the same woman at the company - the legendary Tsuboi Chinatsu! Has Chinatsu returned to the company? What are the company's and Chinatsu's motives?

Katase Shiori, an employee at a company that specializes in character development, and her junior colleague Shinozaki Takuma, who is in his first year, share a lack of experience when it comes to romantic relationships. As they navigate their feelings for each other, their bond grows amidst the unique personalities of their coworkers.

Kanbara Kiko is a single mother who is raising her 5-year-old son on her own. In order to start a lunch box business, she relocates to her grandfather's house. Despite her efforts to enroll her son Haruto in a local nursery school, she is informed by a district office staff member that he cannot start immediately. With the pressure of opening her lunch box business the following month, Kiko faces a dilemma as she struggles to find suitable supervision for her son. During this time, Fune Naraoka, the director of a kindergarten, approaches Kiko. A month later, on Haruto's first day at the kindergarten, Kiko is overwhelmed by the sight of expensive cars and designer handbags among the other mothers. The school is known for its exclusivity. Kiko recognizes Kamiya Yuki, a former classmate from middle and high school, and attempts to engage in conversation, but Yuki dismisses her, stating that the school is not for people like Kiko. Among the other mothers, including Yano Satoko, the doctor's wife, Goto Midori, a former career woman, and Odadera Marie, the most influential mother in the school, each has their own undisclosed issues.

The show centers around a diverse group of office workers including receptionists, secretaries, directors, clerks, and administrators. It explores themes like relationships, work dynamics, meetings, sports, meals, and working late, portraying various aspects of contemporary urban office life. While the characters' antics and dialogue may be exaggerated at times, they all share the common goal of comically expressing their wildest daily thoughts in a self-deprecating way. Baidu

Fresh out of college, Sun Xiao Fei joins the IT team at a fashion company. He becomes a regular at a trendy coffee shop in the company building, often joined by his coworker Xie Tian and old college friend Du Xi Guan. It is here that he gets acquainted with his colleagues Wu Ping, Han Lu, and Xu Yan Yan. As time passes, they form a close bond. While Wu Ping has feelings for Sun Xiao Fei, he sees her only as a friend. The series follows Sun Xiao Fei's journey in both his professional and romantic life.

Xiang Zhen, Qian Bei Bei, Jin Xiao Ni, Ding Lan, and Yu Hui are five young women who meet at university and gradually discover the challenges of life, including struggles with finding employment and love. Xiang Zhen's partner goes missing, Qian Bei Bei's boyfriend confines her, Jin Xiao Ni's boyfriend is revealed to be unfaithful, Ding Lan's parents disapprove of her partner, and Yu Hui faces financial ruin after her business fails. Each of them grapples with various difficulties in both their professional and romantic lives.

Lu Qing Qing, a recent addition to a magazine as an intern, finds herself facing opposition from Yao Man Qian but receives encouragement from her coworkers. Her mother, who owns a martial arts school, attempts to set up a marriage between Lu Qing Qing and Wei Sheng Lan. However, Lu unintentionally insults Wei's mother, leading to her being sent to a monastery to learn proper manners. While there, she forms a bond with Lin Yue, who assists her in overcoming obstacles. With Lin's help, Lu Qing Qing returns to the workplace, prepared to take on new challenges.

This tale chronicles the escapades of a young female employee who is a fan of boys' love manga. When two new coworkers join the office - Hongou

Known as the Angel of HR on social media, Hitomi Mamoru is dissatisfied with her job. Feeling upset one night, she decides to go out for drinks and ends up spending the evening with a mysterious stranger who ultimately transforms her life. (Mangaupdates)

An enthusiastic newcomer to the office becomes entangled in office conflicts and unique corporate mayhem, leading to unexpected personal development and a touching love story. (TMDb)

Rei, a young woman from a small town, relocates to a bustling metropolis in pursuit of her aspirations. Upon her arrival in Tokyo, she secures a job at a bar where she forms friendships with three fellow female employees: Maki, a student of art; Ryoko, who is opportunistic; and Hirono, an aspiring actress. The establishment they work at is called Yume no Kura, meaning "Dream Warehouse", reflecting each girl's quest for their dreams. (Asiatorrents)

Based on the online comic "Oshaie Sommelier Oshako!" ( ) created by Kappy.

Nowadays, it appears that there are an overwhelming number of single working women in their 30s. These women have dedicated their lives to achieving their aspirations, only to find themselves alone. As they seek companionship, they discover that most eligible men have already been taken by younger women focused solely on marriage. They attempt to convince themselves that they are better off than being stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, yet they cannot shake off the feelings of solitude and loneliness. "Marry Me" narrates the journey of women in their thirties as they confront life and uncover new aspects of themselves. Sin Young, a 30-year-old unmarried reporter formerly labeled a "troublemaker," perseveres in her investigative work despite challenges. Soon Ae, also 30, works as a stewardess and is the primary provider for her family, supporting her sick father, a completely despondent aunt, and a similarly unfortunate cousin. Seung Ri is famous for her numerous romantic escapades. (DramaWiki)

Da Hae, a fatigued manager of the marketing team at Marron Confectionery, finds herself questioning how much longer she can tolerate her seemingly bleak existence. At that moment, Eun Sang from the sales department, who is fervently driven by the pursuit of profit, tempts her with an audacious idea of investing in cryptocurrency. After a series of failures, cryptocurrency represents Eun Sang's final chance to change her circumstances. Ji Song from accounting, who believes that happiness comes from spending, impulsively decides to join them out of fear of being left out. What starts as a risky endeavor quickly evolves into a tumultuous journey filled with the unpredictable ups and downs of the crypto market. The situation becomes even more chaotic when Ham Ji U, the ambitious company director who has abandoned her singing career, becomes involved. Will these three everyday employees strike it rich and reach for the stars?

At 35 years old, Yi Xing Yan, who was divorced and single, crossed paths with Zhou Si Xing, a young colleague who had once been her student. Despite the age difference, work pressures, and company policies, their love managed to blossom. As they navigated their relationship, they experienced both the joys of love and the challenges that came with their differences. Yi Xing Yan and Zhou Si Xing were in the process of strengthening their bond when her ex-husband intervened, using underhanded tactics to try and break them apart, leading to a crisis that jeopardized their jobs.

The tale of four individuals employed by a common organization and residing in a bustling metropolis.

Hwang Ji An is an accomplished footwear designer whose existence is centered around her profession. She is highly protective of her creations, even as they are frequently replicated, inundating the market with inexpensive imitations. Park Tae Kang is a gifted young designer, yet he often appropriates Ji An's concepts for quick profit. After a particularly challenging day for both, they find themselves sharing drinks, which leads to a brief romantic encounter. They vow to avoid each other in the future, but their situation becomes more complex when her company brings Tae Kang on board as a new hire, and Ji An realizes she is expecting his child!

In their late twenties, Xia Yan, Han Shuang, Zhao Xiao Lei, and Xiang Nan support each other through personal and professional growth. Xia Yan, working as a project representative in the IT sector, strives to develop a life-changing app and eventually finds love after a series of challenging relationships. Han Shuang, coming from a wealthy background, starts anew in the design field and develops a relationship with doctor Ma Ke. Zhao Xiao Lei overcomes a failed engagement with the encouragement of her family, rebuilding her confidence. Meanwhile, Xiang Nan, a reserved doctor, undergoes a transformative experience after an accident, renewing her faith in life.

Following a difficult breakup, Yu Mi's ability to love has vanished. However, a fateful encounter with game designer Koo Ung starts to change that. As they awaken each other's emotions, Yu Mi and Koo Ung grow closer. Despite their rekindled feelings, their relationship is not meant to be. Buoyed by newfound wisdom and maturity, Yu Mi is ready to face challenges after finding inspiration from her colleague Bobby Yoo. With determination, Yu Mi and her diligent cells work towards achieving her dreams.

Fresh recruit Su Gyeong finds herself falling for Hun, a colleague she encountered on her very first day at work. Can they navigate through the challenges posed by their manager and find a way to be together? (Shortime App)

Maruyama Mayumi, an office worker, is passionate about her job and has developed feelings for her manager, Teiji Osamu, who is strict about work ethics and emphasizes punctuality. Following a night of drinking with colleagues, Mayumi and Osamu end up spending the night together. The next morning, Mayumi is shocked when Osamu informs her that they are both adults and should know how to handle the situation.

Getting married at 26, having her first child at 27, and her second child at 29 was always the plan for Kawai Yoshiko. However, at 28 years old, she finds herself still single and nursing a broken heart just before her 29th birthday. While sharing her troubles with her colleague Yuuki-san on the way home, he surprises her by proposing marriage a year later, with one condition...

A paleontology student crosses paths with a well-known actor leading to a blossoming romance. Xu Zhen, a young woman filled with optimism and determination, decides to mend the strained relationship between her parents by applying for a job at Jiang Ye Entertainment, where her mother serves as a Director. While at the company, she witnesses Gu Chi Jun facing rejection from his ex-girlfriend once again. To protect his pride, Gu Chi Jun tries to push Xu Zhen away, but she manages to win him over and becomes his personal assistant. As Xu Zhen delves deeper into the company, she uncovers a conspiracy that puts her safety at risk.

While working in the tourism industry abroad, Su Mang faced a challenging divorce and eventually returned to China