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Unrequited Love(暗恋橘生淮南)

2021China
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesRomanceTime SkipUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouth

Childhood companions Luo Zhi and Sheng Huai Nan were once inseparable, but as they aged, their connection waned

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Recommendation: Unrequited Love similar to Unrequited Love
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Unrequited Love(橘生淮南·暗恋)

2019China
First LoveLifeMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveYouthWeb Novel AdaptationCalm Female LeadFriendshipNice Male LeadSlow Burn Romance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, Life, Misunderstanding, Multiple Couples, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, and Youth themes with a 42% similarity match.

A tale about two university students, Huai Nan and Luo Zhi, who quickly form a strong connection upon meeting. However, their budding relationship is complicated by a message from an old flame. In addition, Huai Nan uncovers Luo Zhi's long-standing crush on him from their childhood days. Luo Zhi has been harboring unrequited love for Huai Nan for over a decade, expressing her feelings through a self-created monologue. Her emotions towards him are complex, blending genuine admiration for his talents with feelings of envy and resentment. As Luo Zhi follows Huai Nan's path to the top university, their relationship takes a new turn, but they face numerous challenges along the way. Will they overcome these obstacles and find happiness together? The mystery of Luo Zhi's missing diary adds another layer of intrigue. Ultimately, the story explores the age-old question of whether love can triumph over family obligations.

Recommendation: Le Coup de Foudre similar to Unrequited Love
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Le Coup de Foudre(我只喜欢你)

2019China
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceYouthNovel AdaptationFriends To LoversLovers SeparatedMeet AgainSismanceSmart Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, High School To Working Life, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

In high school, Zhao Qiao Yi and Yan Mo were complete opposites - one excelled academically while the other struggled. Despite this, they developed an unexpected connection. Their plans to study abroad together were disrupted when Qiao Yi faced a family emergency, leading to their separation. Four years later, they reunite, and Qiao Yi finds herself still having feelings for Yan Mo, who is now in a relationship. Little does she know, Yan Mo also has lingering feelings for her and quietly supports her from afar. Will Qiao Yi uncover the truth before it's too late?

Recommendation: Moment at Eighteen similar to Unrequited Love
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Moment at Eighteen(열여덟의 순간)

2019South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLifeLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceYouthComedyComing Of AgeHardworking Male LeadNice Male LeadSchool RivalryShy Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Life, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Transfer student Jun Woo enters the school burdened by a troubled past, having faced expulsion due to his involvement in bullying

Recommendation: Love Playlist similar to Unrequited Love
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Love Playlist(연애플레이리스트 시즌1)

2017South Korea
DramaLifeLove TriangleRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthMale Chases Female FirstMiniseriesMultiple MainsNice Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManShort Length Series

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

A narrative that explores the highs and lows of the everyday experiences of five college students.

Recommendation: More Than Friends similar to Unrequited Love
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More Than Friends(경우의 수)

2020South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveComedyFemale Chases Male FirstLong Time FriendsSecret CrushSismanceSlow Burn Romance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Life, Love Triangle, Misunderstanding, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 40% similarity match.

A decade ago, Kyung Woo Yeon was a naive 18-year-old filled with aspirations of romance. She opened up to her friend, Lee Soo, about her feelings, but he turned her down. Seven years later, her second declaration also results in rejection, prompting her to resolve to let go. Following a solitary day in Jeju, she pledges to stop loving him. With nearly 12 former boyfriends behind her, Woo Yeon seeks clarity and encounters Joon Soo, who offers assistance in determining whether the problem lies within her or the men she dates. Meanwhile, Lee Soo, still affected by his parents’ divorce, steers clear of love to avoid additional heartache. After spending three years away from Jeju, he returns only to find Woo Yeon with someone else, compelling him to confront his emotions and address his past.

Recommendation: Replay: The Moment When It Starts Again similar to Unrequited Love
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Replay: The Moment When It Starts Again(리플레이: 다시 시작되는 순간)

2021South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthFriendshipJealousyMultiple MainsMusicNice Female LeadNice Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, High School, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

As graduation approaches, a group of high school students comes together to start a band. However, their musical harmony is soon disrupted by romantic entanglements. Yoo Ha Young, the lead singer known for her popular YouTube cover songs, desires to showcase her original music. Yet, both her close friend and guitarist, Lee Ji Hoon, and the older keyboardist Gong Chan Young develop feelings for her. Meanwhile, the bassist Lim Seo Eun and drummer Shim Tae Young also discover a mutual attraction between them.

Recommendation: Best Mistake Season 3 similar to Unrequited Love
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Best Mistake Season 3(일진에게 반했을 때)

2021South Korea
DramaLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthBreak UpCharacter DevelopmentComedyEx Comes BackFriendshipStudent Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

The upcoming season will be set in a university environment, portraying the development and relationships of youth as they get ready to step into reality. (Soompi)

Recommendation: A-Teen similar to Unrequited Love
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A-Teen(에이틴)

2018South Korea
First LoveHigh SchoolLifeMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesRomanceWeb SeriesYouthCalm Female LeadComedyFriends To LoversMultiple MainsNice Male LeadSecret Crush

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School, Life, Misunderstanding, Multiple Couples, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

Many believe that turning 18 is a time of freedom and ease, yet I found the experiences to be significant enough that I couldn't claim I was without concern. This is a brief web drama focused on a teenage romance set in a school environment.

Recommendation: A Love So Beautiful similar to Unrequited Love
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A Love So Beautiful(致我们单纯的小美好)

2017China
First LoveHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingRomanceYouthAirhead Female LeadClingy Female LeadCold Man-Warm WomanComedyFemale Chases Male FirstSismance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School, High School To Working Life, Life, Love Triangle, Misunderstanding, Romance, and Youth themes with a 40% similarity match.

The story follows Chen Xiao Xi and Jiang Chen, who are both classmates and neighbors in high school

Recommendation: Once Again similar to Unrequited Love
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Once Again(원스어게인)

2020South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthBreak UpMiniseriesTravelingWarm Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Love Triangle, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 39% similarity match.

Kim Hye Sung and his girlfriend, who have been together for six years, reflect on the cherished individuals they have overlooked and seek to rediscover the thrill they once felt. He is a thoughtful individual, characterized by his kindness and approachable demeanor. Struggling to manage his own well-being due to work commitments, he aspires to mend his bond with his first love.

Recommendation: May I Love You (2017) similar to Unrequited Love
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May I Love You (2017)(本来只想暗恋你)

2017Taiwan
DramaFirst LoveRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthCyberbullyingFriendshipLGBTQ+School SettingSocial Issues

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

The tale revolves around the most popular guy at school, Gao Jun Song, as he tries to win the heart of Sim Ching Cheng, a sweet and reserved girl

Recommendation: Love under the Moon similar to Unrequited Love
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Love under the Moon(山月不知心底事)

2019China
DramaHigh School To Working LifeLifeRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthAge GapCharacter DevelopmentEnemies To LoversLong Distance RelationshipLovers Separated

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 37% similarity match.

During the late 1990s, childhood sweethearts Xiang Yuan and Ye Qian Ze had to separate temporarily. Xiang Yuan received financial support from the Ye Family to study at a university in Shanghai, while Ye Qian Ze continued with his life. Following a misunderstanding, the two lovers went their separate ways, with one in Shanghai and the other in London.

Recommendation: Secret Crushes similar to Unrequited Love
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Secret Crushes(전지적 짝사랑 시점 시즌1)

2016South Korea
DramaMisunderstandingRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthSchool SettingSecret CrushShort Length Series

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Misunderstanding, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Centered around the overarching theme of unreciprocated affection and infatuation for those who seem out of reach, the drama explores different scenarios that can emerge in these types of relationships. Narrated from the viewpoints of both males and females, akin to an all-knowing perspective, it enables the audience to empathize with each side and adds depth to seemingly mundane interactions between men and women. (OnDemandKorea)

Recommendation: Secret Crushes Season 3 similar to Unrequited Love
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Secret Crushes Season 3(전지적 짝사랑 시점 시즌3)

2017South Korea
DramaRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthMultiple MainsSchool SettingShort Length Series

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Crushes are present all around us yet seem elusive. Are you curious about your status with that special someone? In your twenties, romantic relationships can often feel awkward and unfulfilled. Young people tend to develop crushes on others while fantasizing about perfect love. "The Omniscient Perspective on Crushes" illustrates young individuals experiencing crushes from an all-knowing perspective.

Recommendation: Be With You similar to Unrequited Love
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Be With You(好想談戀愛)

2015Taiwan
DramaLifeLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveChildhood Friends RelationshipFamilyFriendship

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 35% similarity match.

Is a young woman able to find the bravery to approach a former high school crush? Xia Man Li was always well-liked in school and considered the most beautiful girl in her high school, yet she has never had luck in love. At a high school reunion, she reunites with Zhao Li Qi, a kind guy she once had feelings for. Man Li's younger sister, Xia ManAn, also harbors a childhood crush on Zhen Ying Jie, but despite her attempts to get close to him, he always appears to be involved with someone else. Ten years later, will the sisters be able to summon the courage to follow their hearts?

Recommendation: Soft Memory similar to Unrequited Love
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Soft Memory(别碰我心底的小柔软)

2019China
First LoveHigh School To Working LifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingRomanceWeb SeriesYouthAirhead Female LeadCross-DressingMusicQuestioning (Sexuality And Gender)Student Female LeadStudent Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School To Working Life, Love Triangle, Misunderstanding, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

In a story of confusion, two students find themselves competing for the attention of the same person

Recommendation: Romance, Talking similar to Unrequited Love
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Romance, Talking(로맨스, 토킹)

2020South Korea
DramaLove TriangleMisunderstandingRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthLive Streamer Male LeadLivestreamingNice Male LeadSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Misunderstanding, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

A web drama centers around a college student who admires a livestreamer known for his expertise in relationship guidance

Recommendation: 22 Flower Road similar to Unrequited Love
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22 Flower Road(꽃길로 22)

2019South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceWeb SeriesYouthChasing A DreamCohabitationFriendshipHousemates' RelationshipLove Hate RelationshipShare House Setting

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

"22 Flower Road" is an online drama that explores the lives of young individuals as they navigate adulthood by sharing both their possessions and their struggles. It aims to evoke genuine empathy by showcasing the authentic experiences of five young characters. (HanCinema)

Recommendation: Clumsy Love similar to Unrequited Love
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Clumsy Love(사랑할 수 있을까?)

2019South Korea
DramaLove TriangleRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipLong-Term RelationshipMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length Series

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Recommendation: Reply 1997 similar to Unrequited Love
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Reply 1997(응답하라 1997)

2013South Korea
First LoveHigh SchoolLifeLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited Love1990sBromanceComedyFriends To LoversLove SquareMale Chases Female First

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School, Life, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 35% similarity match.

Taking place in the 1990s, this drama follows a high school girl named Shi Won, who is a devoted fan of the boyband H.O.T., along with her five friends from school in Busan. The narrative alternates between their experiences as 18-year-olds in 1997 and their lives as 33-year-olds during a reunion dinner in 2012, where one couple is set to reveal their upcoming marriage.

Recommendation: Can I Hug You Tonight? similar to Unrequited Love
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Can I Hug You Tonight?(今夜、勝手に抱きしめてもいいですか?)

2018Japan
DramaFirst LoveLifeLove TriangleRomanceUniversityYouthNovel AdaptationChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipSchool SettingStudent Female LeadYoung Adult Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 35% similarity match.

Riko, a unique student at a women's college, struggles with matters of the heart. When she reunites with Shuji, a cameraman from her past and her first love, their romantic entanglements with three other individuals complicate their relationship. (WakuWaku Japan)

Recommendation: All I Want for Love Is You similar to Unrequited Love
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All I Want for Love Is You(满满喜欢你)

2019China
DramaFirst LoveHigh School To Working LifeLifeLove TriangleRomanceYouthComedyFriends To LoversMedicalSchool SettingSlow Burn RomanceSmart Male LeadTrauma

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School To Working Life, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

High school junior Gu Xiao Man excels in sanda fighting but struggles academically, jeopardizing her graduation. When she is paired with Zuo An, a brilliant student who volunteers to tutor her, Xiao Man finds herself drawn to him. Unbeknownst to her, Zuo An harbors feelings for her as well. With his guidance, Xiao Man's grades improve, leading to their successful graduation and admission to the same university. As they spend more time together, their mutual attraction becomes evident. Will their relationship flourish?

Recommendation: When You're In Love similar to Unrequited Love
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When You're In Love(当你恋爱时)

2020China
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceWeb SeriesShort Length Series

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Web Series themes with a 33% similarity match.

The series "In the Realm of Love" is captivating due to its compact size, capturing the essence of young urban individuals in various stages of love. Despite being only 5 minutes long, each episode presents a unique love story, showcasing the power of storytelling within a brief timeframe. The show explores themes such as fortune and regret in love, reconciliations after arguments, and the intensity of passion, offering a glimpse into authentic urban life and crafting a microcosm of love within the "love apartment" setting.

Recommendation: Love Playlist Season 2 similar to Unrequited Love
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Love Playlist Season 2(연애플레이리스트 시즌2)

2017South Korea
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthHardworking Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstMultiple MainsNice Female LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanOlder Woman-Younger ManSecret Crush

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Seven college students discover the challenging nature of love and relationships. While being in love can be difficult, true friends can overcome any obstacle together.

Recommendation: Love Playlist Season 4 similar to Unrequited Love
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Love Playlist Season 4(연애플레이리스트 시즌4)

2019South Korea
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceUniversityWeb SeriesYouthCalm Male LeadCheerleadingJealous Male LeadMultiple MainsNice Female LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, University, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

The upcoming fourth season will feature narratives that resonate with everyone, encompassing not just romance, but also themes of military service, job searching, and the formation of new interpersonal connections. (Soompi)

Recommendation: Itazura na Kiss: Love in Tokyo similar to Unrequited Love
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Itazura na Kiss: Love in Tokyo(イタズラなKiss〜Love in TOKYO)

2013Japan
High SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLifeLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveYouthAdapted From A MangaCohabitationComedyFemale Chases Male FirstFranchiseOpposites AttractSmart Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features High School, High School To Working Life, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

During a high school event, Aihara Kotoko, a student who struggles academically, becomes captivated by the handsome Irie Naoki. Despite her initial hesitation, Kotoko eventually confesses her feelings to him, only to be rejected with the harsh words, "I don't like unintelligent girls." Following a disastrous incident involving a meteorite damaging Kotoko's home, she and her father decide to move in with a family friend. To Kotoko's surprise, she discovers that Naoki also resides in their temporary residence.

Recommendation: Life: Senjou no Bokura similar to Unrequited Love
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Life: Senjou no Bokura(Life 線上の僕ら)

2020Japan
DramaFirst LoveHigh School To Working LifeLifeRomanceTime SkipYouthAdapted From A MangaCharacter DevelopmentCheerful Male LeadChildish Male LeadGay RomanceLGBTQ+Miniseries

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, Time Skip, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Ito, a studious individual, crosses paths with Nishi, a carefree soul, as they both attempt to walk along the white line of the sidewalk. As time passes, Ito comes to realize his affection for Nishi, and after a shared kiss, they agree to journey together side by side. Their bond strengthens throughout high school, withstands the challenges of college, and evolves into adulthood, illustrating the resilience of love amidst life's inevitable transformations.

Recommendation: A Madly Realistic Story similar to Unrequited Love
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A Madly Realistic Story(미치도록 현실적인 이야기)

2018South Korea
RomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthSchool Setting

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love Playlist Season 3 similar to Unrequited Love
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Love Playlist Season 3(연애플레이리스트 시즌3)

2018South Korea
LifeMultiple CouplesRomanceUniversityUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthComedyHeartbreakJealous Male LeadMultiple MainsNice Female LeadSchool ClubSecond Chance Romance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, University, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the third season, we encounter themes of love, heartbreak, challenges, and friendships that have grown more resilient than before. This season introduces fresh characters for our enjoyment and offers a unique lens through which to view various perspectives.

Recommendation: Best Mistake similar to Unrequited Love
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Best Mistake(일진에게 찍혔을 때)

2019South Korea
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceWeb SeriesYouthCharacter DevelopmentComedyFluffyFriendshipNice Male LeadShort Length SeriesSmart Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

In an effort to persuade an old acquaintance to stop bothering her, Kim Yeon Do posts a picture of an unfamiliar guy, asserting that he is her boyfriend. Unbeknownst to her, the image she selected features the rebellious student Ji Hyun Ho. As she spends more time with him to rectify the situation, she discovers that individuals have much deeper layers than she initially perceives.

Recommendation: Bubble Up similar to Unrequited Love
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Bubble Up(버블 업)

2022South Korea
DramaLifeRomanceUniversityWeb SeriesYouthMiniseriesSchool SettingShort Length SeriesStrong Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Romance, University, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Bubble up follows the journeys of young college students from two rival universities as they collaborate on a shared YouTube channel to showcase their respective student communities. Kim Se Woon, a sophomore studying business at Dae Han University, is portrayed as a cheerful and giving individual who harbors feelings of jealousy towards the bold and assertive On Ha Young.

Recommendation: We Are Peaceful Brothers similar to Unrequited Love
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We Are Peaceful Brothers(오늘도 형제는 평화롭다)

2017South Korea
LifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthAdapted From A WebtoonBromanceCohabitationComedyGamingNice Male LeadRich Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Life, Love Triangle, Misunderstanding, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

This web drama is based on a webtoon that shares its name. The story revolves around two brothers, Lee Yoon and Lee Sang, who cohabit despite having contrasting personalities. The elder sibling, Lee Yoon, works as a designer, while the younger brother, Lee Sang, is still a student.

Recommendation: Go, Back Diary similar to Unrequited Love
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Go, Back Diary(고, 백 다이어리 파일럿)

2018South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLifeRomanceUniversityYouthLove At First SightMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, High School, High School To Working Life, Life, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

A romance that began in 2008. What lies in store for the couple after a decade together? (Playlist Global)

Recommendation: A Love So Beautiful similar to Unrequited Love
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A Love So Beautiful(아름다웠던 우리에게)

2020South Korea
First LoveHigh SchoolLifeLove TriangleRomanceUnrequited LoveYouthCold Man-Warm WomanComedyDoctor Male LeadFemale Chases Male FirstHeight DifferenceSlow Burn RomanceSmart Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Cha Heon, an attractive and intelligent student at Chun Ji High School, may come off as aloof, yet he possesses a kind heart that he finds difficult to show. Sin Sol I, a bubbly 17-year-old, harbors feelings for Cha Heon and boldly admits her affection. Meanwhile, Woo Dae Seong, a skilled swimmer who joins the school, secretly develops feelings for Sol I and discreetly backs her.

Recommendation: Failing in Love similar to Unrequited Love
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Failing in Love(연애미수)

2019South Korea
DramaHigh SchoolLifeLove TriangleRomanceWeb SeriesYouthAge GapAnxietyBromanceChildhood Friends RelationshipSchool SettingShy Male LeadSmart Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, High School, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 33% similarity match.

Kang Pa Rang, who struggles with separation anxiety disorder, reveals his affection for a different person each week. His determined best friend, Lee Shi Won, has prevented him from dating anyone for the last decade. After facing repeated rejections from various girls, Pa Rang finally expresses his feelings for Shi Won, his companion for ten years, only to be turned down. There are peculiar rumors surrounding Shi Eon, a socially inept individual who has somehow been elected class president for ten straight years. Despite his icy remarks, he conceals his true emotions, particularly when it comes to his long-time friend Shi Won. At 18, they have endured numerous trials, obstacles, and declarations of love, yet these often result in disappointment. It’s a challenging phase of life. Will they be able to discover genuine love, or will their efforts merely end in failure? (MBC)

Recommendation: I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon similar to Unrequited Love
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I Want to Become a Hard Persimmon(我要變成硬柿子)

2007Taiwan
DramaHigh SchoolLifeLove TriangleRomanceYouthFriendshipMelodramaSchool BullyingSchool SettingSecond Chance Romance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, High School, Life, Love Triangle, Romance, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

From a young age, Ruan Shi Zhi has always been a target for bullies. Now, at 18, he is determined to leave his troubled past behind and start fresh. However, as soon as he enters his summer class, he is faced with a group of classmates he usually tries to avoid. Just as he considers leaving, a girl who seems to radiate kindness enters the room. He is instantly smitten with her and decides to toughen up in order to win her heart. To survive in this challenging environment, he knows he must change himself and overcome any obstacles in his way.

Recommendation: Unemployed Romance similar to Unrequited Love
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Unemployed Romance(실업급여 로맨스)

2013South Korea
LifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingRomanceUniversityYouthComedyLove Hate RelationshipMiniseriesSchool SettingSecond Chance Romance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Life, Love Triangle, Misunderstanding, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 32% similarity match.

"Unemployed Romance" centers on the reconnection of Seung Hee with her first love, Jong Dae. Seung Hee aspires to become a renowned writer, yet she currently works as a salaried writer for a low-tier program. Meanwhile, Jong Dae is employed as a temporary worker in the unemployment benefits department.

Recommendation: In Those Hurried Years similar to Unrequited Love
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In Those Hurried Years(致匆匆那些年)

2015China
DramaLifeRomanceUniversityYouthRadio Program Director Male LeadSchool Setting

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Romance, University, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

One day, Yan Feng, a director at a broadcasting station, comes across a popular book in town. After reading it, he realizes that the plot closely mirrors his own past experience of a romantic relationship during his university days with Xia Xiao yu. Inspired by this discovery, Yan Feng and his team plan to create a program documenting their quest to find the author of the book and to delve deeper into Yan Feng's own personal story.

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Secret Crushes Season 2(전지적 짝사랑 시점 시즌2)

2016South Korea
DramaRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesYouthSchool SettingShort Length Series

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Romance, Unrequited Love, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Four individuals, both men and women, cherish one another for their true selves. This is a genuine tale of unreturned affection told from a third-person perspective.

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Love Is All Around (2004)(사랑을 할꺼야)

2004South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLifeRomanceYouthFamily RelationshipSchool Setting

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Life, Romance, and Youth themes with a 31% similarity match.

Everyone experiences their first love, and often, it doesn't conclude on a joyful note. Jin Bo Ra is not exempt from this reality, facing both her first love and a daunting predicament. The man she adores deeply is revealed to be the son of her mother's partner. She never anticipated that her affection would fade away so quickly. Moreover, she failed to fully communicate her feelings. She learned the hard way that if you miss that chance and that moment, love can evaporate like ice cream in the sun.

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Ten Years Late(十年三月三十日)

2019China
DramaFirst LoveMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveAdapted From A MangaFriendshipSecond Chance RomanceTourism IndustryWorkplace RomanceWorkplace Setting

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Misunderstanding, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Unrequited Love themes with a 30% similarity match.

Six young individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives navigate life in the bustling city

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Six Love Story(여섯가지 사랑이야기)

2018South Korea
DramaFirst LoveLifeRomanceUnrequited LoveWeb SeriesComedyHigh School To CollegeMiniseriesShort Length SeriesStudent-Teacher RelationshipTutor Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Life, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Web Series themes with a 30% similarity match.

Soo Yeon is approaching her college entrance examination

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All That We Loved(우리가 사랑했던 모든 것)

2023South Korea
First LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceWeb SeriesYouthMiniseriesSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

The story follows the strong bond of friendship and deep love between two 18-year-old individuals who refuse to let go of their feelings for each other. The plot revolves around the concept of cellular memory, suggesting that memories can be passed on to recipients of organ transplants. Go Yoo, a second-year student at Hara High School, is known for his exceptional basketball skills and continuous growth in height. Despite his lack of interest in academics, he manages to maintain average grades. After donating his kidney to Joon Hee, Go Yoo finds himself in a love triangle with Joon Hee and their mutual love interest, So Yeon, as a result of cellular memory syndrome.

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Meteor Garden Season 2(流星花園 (流星花园) 2)

2002Taiwan
DramaLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveYouthAdapted From A MangaAmnesiaComedyFilmed AbroadFriendshipMultiple Mains

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Love Triangle, Multiple Couples, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

After graduating from Ying De Xue Yuan, F4 decides to go on a graduation trip to Spain. Dao Ming Si invites Shan Cai to join them, secretly hoping to spend time alone with her. During the trip, Shan Cai and Dao Ming Si become inseparable. Before leaving for Spain, Hua Ze Lei gives Dao Ming Si an envelope with valuable advice inside. The advice is to propose to Shan Cai in an old church with a special legend. Prepared with a "Meteor Ring" for the proposal, Dao Ming Si plans to ask Shan Cai to marry him in a church symbolizing love. However, on the way to the church, a car accident causes Dao Ming Si to lose his memory. He meets Ye Sha, who helps and cares for him. Shan Cai, worried about Dao Ming Si's sudden disappearance, seeks help from Jing. The other F4 members rush to Spain upon hearing the news. The story unfolds with Shan Cai's efforts to find Dao Ming Si and help him recover his memory. Meanwhile, the love stories of Xi Men and Mei Zuo are also revealed, shedding light on Xi Men's playboy reputation and Mei Zuo's romantic history since childhood.

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Tree in the River(动物系恋人啊)

2018Taiwan
DramaFirst LoveMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesRomanceWeb SeriesChildhood CrushFast Paced RomanceHeartbreakLack Of CommunicationMeet AgainSecond Chance Romance

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, Misunderstanding, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Web Series themes with a 30% similarity match.

A group of young city dwellers are on a quest for love and romance, but with a unique twist: their characters possess animal-like traits. Chu Zhi He, a goody two-shoes, and Wang Da Shu, with a rigid and sturdy personality akin to a tree, discover how to develop together as they fall in love. Just like the title suggests, animal behavior mirrors human nature in the show. For instance, the giraffe and the squirrel serve as a symbol of two very different individuals finding a way to coexist. Made in collaboration with China.

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Luv Pub: Pilot(연애포차 파일럿)

2017South Korea
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceWeb SeriesYouthAlcoholismAnthologyLonely Female LeadMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWaitress Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

Episode 1: What occurs when you serve as a waitress in a “hunting pocha”? Episode 2: Should you end the relationship or simply move on if you see your boyfriend being flirtatious? This is why it can be intimidating when a girl claims she comprehends.

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Love @ Seventeen(我和我的十七歲)

2016Taiwan
DramaFirst LoveHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeMisunderstandingRomanceAmnesiaFlashback To PastFrenemySchool BullyingTraumaWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, First Love, High School, High School To Working Life, Misunderstanding, and Romance themes with a 30% similarity match.

Ai Li Si, a 30-year-old woman who leads the research and development department at a biotech company, is often seen as distant and mechanical by others. However, in her teenage years, she was known for her upbeat and caring nature, especially towards her close friends Bai Shu Lei, Liu Xiao Fen, and later He Hao Yi. Following a misunderstanding that led to her being ostracized by her friends and classmates, Ai Li Si decides to leave. Thirteen years later, He Hao Yi returns from the United States to join the same company where he is reconnected with Ai Li Si. Despite his efforts to uncover the truth behind her transformation, Ai Li Si suffers from amnesia following a minor accident, erasing her memories of the past 13 years. He Hao Yi persists in his quest to uncover the events that caused her to change so drastically during their teenage years.

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Beautiful Time with You(时光与你都很甜)

2020China
First LoveHigh SchoolLove TriangleRomanceWeb SeriesYouthClumsy Female LeadLove Hate RelationshipSmart Male LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features First Love, High School, Love Triangle, Romance, Web Series, and Youth themes with a 30% similarity match.

A tale about a charming girl born after 1995 who believed she hit the jackpot by sitting beside the class intellectual, only to realize that things do not go as expected. Upon changing schools, Lin Xing Chen becomes classmates with Lu Yi Bai. Despite facing numerous challenges, Lin Xing Chen remains composed in difficult situations due to her previous experiences, which confuses Lu Yi Bai. Subsequently, the unfortunate Lin Xing Chen and the perfect guy in everyone's eyes, Lu Yi Bai, form a stronger bond as they pursue their aspirations. (ChineseDrama.info)

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Stand or Fall(闪耀的她)

2023China
DramaLifeMultiple CouplesRomanceWeb SeriesAdapted From A WebtoonEmotionally Strong Female LeadIndependent Female Lead

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Drama, Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, and Web Series themes with a 29% similarity match.

Guan Wen, renowned for her ability to handle difficult clients, climbed the corporate ladder in a foreign company. However, shortly before her birthday, Guan Wen was falsely accused by her colleagues and decided to resign without having another job lined up. Despite being over thirty and having a wealth of experience, Guan Wen struggled to secure a new job. After facing multiple rejections in interviews, she reluctantly accepted a position at a newly opened mall. The seemingly prestigious job turned out to be challenging, as the mall was plagued with various issues hampering its success. To make matters worse, Guan Wen crossed paths with her ex-boyfriend from college, Ding Ning, who was now cold and competitive in his career. Their professional relationship evolved from conflict to uncertainty, eventually leading to a breakup. Guan Wen found herself torn between not wanting Ding Ning to jeopardize his career for her and the need to make her own decisions. Meanwhile, her friends Chen Xuan Xuan, a retired athlete, and Jing Zhi Qiu, a former actress, were also dealing with their own struggles in life. As they faced relationship challenges and marital issues, they realized that they were their best assets in overcoming these obstacles. Despite being in their thirties, they refused to back down and were determined to emerge victorious in the battles they faced.

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Strawberry on the Shortcake(ストロベリー・オンザ・ショートケーキ)

2001Japan
LifeMultiple CouplesRomanceUnrequited LoveYouthFamilyMiniseriesStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Unrequited Love, this drama also features Life, Multiple Couples, Romance, Unrequited Love, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

Irie Manato started isolating himself from society at a certain point. Despite appearing indifferent when teased, it is merely a facade he puts on. His encounter with a peculiar girl named Misawa Yui changes things. Yui, who despises the monotony of daily life, playfully challenges Manato with her blunt honesty. Feeling lonely and scared, Manato hesitates but is inexplicably drawn to her. Unfortunately, his affection for Yui is destined to remain unreciprocated. --TBS