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V.I.P(브이아이피)

2019South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessConglomerateExtramarital AffairFather-Daughter RelationshipInfidelityInvestigationMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceSexual HarassmentSmart Male Lead

VIP is a dramatic series that explores the hidden dynamics of relationships in contemporary society. Jung Sun is a highly skilled and accomplished professional serving as a deputy manager at Sung Woon Department Store. As part of the VIP Management Team, her role is to cater to the elite clientele, comprising the top one percent of customers known as VIPs and VVIPs. In addition to her professional success, she enjoys a fulfilling home life with her loving husband, Sung Jun. However, her world is turned upside down when she receives an anonymous text message alleging that her devoted husband is involved with someone from his workplace. Fearful of losing everything she holds dear, she embarks on a frantic investigation of her office and colleagues to uncover the identity of the woman Sung Jun is supposedly seeing. Throughout her quest, shocking secrets about the members of the VIP Management Team come to light. Will Jung Sun uncover the truth behind the mysterious message? (Viu)

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Recommendation: I'm a Mother, Too similar to V.I.P
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I'm a Mother, Too(나도 엄마야)

2018South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessInfidelityMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceFamilyMother-Son RelationshipMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadPregnancyRich Man-Poor WomanSurrogacy

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Infidelity, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Against the Light similar to V.I.P
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Against the Light(流光之下)

2023China
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessInvestigationMelodramaMysterySmart Male LeadBusiness RivalryDramaHidden IdentityJewelry IndustryPower StruggleSmart Female LeadWorkplace SettingWrongfully Accused

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 27% similarity match.

In the world of high-end jewelry, a tale unfolds about a woman who conceals her true identity in order to uncover a hidden truth while showcasing her remarkable skills as a jeweler. At the age of ten, Bai Xi Ning's life took a drastic turn as she went from being the heiress of a jewelry empire to having nothing. Adopted by a Chinese couple in Australia, she lost all ties to her homeland. However, after discovering that her mother was wrongly accused and imprisoned, Xi Ning, now equipped with a dual degree earned through hard work and talent, joins the company once owned by her mother. She finds herself caught in a power struggle between Li Zhuo Ran and Lin Yi fifteen years later. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Misty similar to V.I.P
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Misty(미스티)

2018South Korea
InfidelityInvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadBadass Female LeadCalm Female LeadEccentric Female LeadMisunderstandingMurderNice Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Infidelity, Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 27% similarity match.

Go Hye Ran is a driven journalist for the well-known news program, News 9. She is deeply committed to her career and perseveres until she achieves her goals. One day, she encounters a former boyfriend along with his spouse, which leads her to become embroiled in a murder investigation. Her husband, Kang Tae Wook, a public defender, chooses to represent her while also attempting to mend their troubled relationship.

Recommendation: Love and Lose Heart Season 2 similar to V.I.P
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Love and Lose Heart Season 2(蜜恋失心第2季)

2018China
BusinessInvestigationMysteryRomancePsychological

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Love and Lose Heart similar to V.I.P
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Love and Lose Heart(蜜恋失心)

2018China
BusinessInvestigationMysteryRomancePsychologicalYouth

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

This is a tale of the overwhelming President Xiao Xiao navigating their relationship with their nephew Mei Ruo Bin amidst his declining mental health and complicated social interactions, immersing himself in a web of deceit. Xiao Wei is the deputy chief of Yuanhang Media. In the pursuit of his crush, Mei Xin, he willingly takes on the responsibility of looking after his younger brother, Mei Ruo Bin, who came back to town to study while Xiao Wei was away on a business trip. As a high school student at an international college, Mei Ruo Bin clashes with Xiao Wei. This mischievous nephew disrupts his uncle's life like a tiny troublemaker. Xiao Xiao must put in extra effort to care for his nephew in order to please his girlfriend, Mei Xin.

Recommendation: Women on the Run (2005) similar to V.I.P
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Women on the Run (2005)(窈窕熟女)

2005Hong Kong
InvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceComedyFriendship

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

A show follows the lives of four women in various professions, such as a fashion advisor and a law enforcement officer, as they navigate the complexities of love. Unfortunately, their romantic pursuits are constantly interrupted by mysterious incidents involving the men they meet. With the assistance of But Kei Lei and his assistant Dong Fai, they assist the authorities in solving each case and capturing the culprit. As love triangles and quadrangles emerge, their relationships become even more complicated, ultimately leading to a major dilemma involving But Kei Lei.

Recommendation: The Scale of Providence similar to V.I.P
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The Scale of Providence(신의 저울)

2008South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceBrothers' RelationshipRevenge

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Jang Joon Ha is a man driven by a desire for revenge. In a single day, he lost the two individuals who mattered most to him. His brother, Young Ha, was falsely accused of a crime he did not commit, and the woman he cherished was killed, with his brother being the main suspect. As an attorney, Joon Ha embarks on a quest to establish that another person was responsible for the crime.

Recommendation: Cheongdamdong Scandal similar to V.I.P
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Cheongdamdong Scandal(청담동 스캔들)

2014South Korea
ConglomerateInvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceBusiness RivalryDramaJealousyKidnappingScandalSchemeSoap Opera

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Conglomerate, Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Cheongdam-dong stands as a symbol of wealth and status within the elite circles of Korean society. However, a shocking and deeply entrenched scandal threatens to unravel this facade when a woman, desperate to conceive, discovers that her in-laws—her mother-in-law, sister-in-law, and husband—are misleading her. She also learns that the architect she recently befriended, who she believed had lost his mother, is actually someone she saved during her childhood. Unbeknownst to her, her biological mother, who had been searching for her since a kidnapping incident in her infancy, is now married to a businessman and has a daughter who feels threatened by her presence, viewing her as competition for the affection of the man she loves.

Recommendation: Snow in August similar to V.I.P
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Snow in August(8월에 내리는 눈)

2007South Korea
InfidelityInvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipCar AccidentDeathDivorced Female LeadMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Infidelity, Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

A 27-year-old bachelor with a six-year-old child develops feelings for Oh Ban Suk, a 33-year-old woman who has been divorced. After her husband’s infidelity, she has been grappling with the heartache of losing their son in a car accident three years prior. This drama explores their encounter and how, through the presence of a child, they help mend each other's emotional scars.

Recommendation: Moonlight Resonance similar to V.I.P
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Moonlight Resonance(溏心風暴之家好月圓)

2008Hong Kong
BusinessExtramarital AffairInfidelityRomanceCrime Against MoralityDramaFamily

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Extramarital Affair, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Chung Siu Hor and her spouse, Kam Tai Jo, have dedicated years to building a positive image for their bakery. Unfortunately, Hor uncovers Jo's infidelity with her close friend, Yan Hong, leading to a heartbreaking divorce. Hor, along with her children Kam Wing Ho, Kam Wing Hing, and adopted daughter Suen Ho Yuet, decide to start a new bakery to support themselves. This story explores themes of human relationships, family ties, and love within the two families.

Recommendation: Wakareru 2-ri no jiken-bo similar to V.I.P
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Wakareru 2-ri no jiken-bo(別れる2人の事件簿)

2000Japan
InfidelityInvestigationMysteryRomanceDramaDysfunctional MarriageMiniseries

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Infidelity, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Magic Bowl similar to V.I.P
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The Magic Bowl(聚宝盆)

2003China
InvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceHistoricalHistorical FictionMing Dynasty

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Is it possible for a compassionate and truthful individual to elevate themselves from poverty to achieve great success? Shen Wan San, a man known for his kindness and honesty, often struggles to afford even basic necessities. Despite this, he rises to become the wealthiest entrepreneur of the Ming Dynasty, all the while remaining optimistic and cheerful. How does he accomplish such a remarkable feat?

Recommendation: Home for Summer similar to V.I.P
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Home for Summer(여름아 부탁해)

2019South Korea
Father-Daughter RelationshipInfidelityMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceBetrayed By A Significant OtherDramaEccentric Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadFather-Son RelationshipMean In-LawMother-Son Relationship

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Father-Daughter Relationship, Infidelity, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Geum Hee has spent a decade married to Joon Ho, standing by him as he pursued his goal of becoming a successful plastic surgeon

Recommendation: The Road: The Tragedy of One similar to V.I.P
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The Road: The Tragedy of One(더 로드: 1의 비극)

2021South Korea
Extramarital AffairInfidelityInvestigationMelodramaMysteryNovel AdaptationDramaDrug UsagePopular Female LeadPopular Male LeadRich Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Extramarital Affair, Infidelity, Investigation, Melodrama, and Mystery themes with a 23% similarity match.

The luxurious lives of the high-class inhabitants of "Royal the Hill" are filled with hidden secrets, unfulfilled desires, and lingering guilt

Recommendation: Watashi no Otto wa: Ano Ko no Koibito similar to V.I.P
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Watashi no Otto wa: Ano Ko no Koibito(わたしの夫は―あの娘の恋人―)

2023Japan
Extramarital AffairInfidelityInvestigationMysteryRomanceAdapted From A MangaDramaMarried Female LeadMarried LifeMarried Male LeadMarried Supporting CharacterRevengeSecondary Couple

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Extramarital Affair, Infidelity, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Kaori Sasano and her husband were once very close, but Kaori starts to notice a shift in his behavior. After a conversation with her best friend Yuki, Kaori discovers that her husband, Takuya, has been maintaining a secret online account filled with posts hinting at an affair. Determined to uncover the truth, Kaori confronts Mutsumi Mishima, the woman involved, and her husband Kyosuke for their cooperation in separating Takuya and Mutsumi. Kyosuke agrees to help on the condition that Kaori engages in a physical relationship with him. As Kaori follows and keeps an eye on Takuya and Mutsumi, she finds herself entangled in an affair with Kyosuke, leading to unexpected feelings of love.

Recommendation: Love to the End similar to V.I.P
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Love to the End(끝까지 사랑)

2018South Korea
BusinessConglomerateFather-Daughter RelationshipMelodramaRomanceCheerful Female LeadEx Comes BackEx-couple RelationshipFake MarriageFamilyFamily RelationshipIdentity SwapNice Male Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Conglomerate, Father-Daughter Relationship, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: Forecasting Love and Weather similar to V.I.P
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Forecasting Love and Weather(기상청 사람들: 사내연애 잔혹사 편)

2022South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceSmart Male LeadCold Female LeadDramaFast Paced RomanceNice Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManReporter Female LeadSecret RelationshipTeamwork

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

A love story set in the National Weather Service office, filled with passion and unpredictability. Jin Ha Kyung is a meticulous and intelligent worker who keeps her personal and professional lives separate. Her reserved nature has left her isolated at work by choice. Lee Shi Woo, on the other hand, is a creative thinker with a high IQ, despite his clumsy appearance. His sole focus is the weather. Han Ki Joon, a charming and persuasive individual, eventually lands a job at the spokesperson's office after facing early career challenges. However, his fear of failure stems from a lifetime of academic success. Chae Yoo Jin, a weather reporter, initially dreams of exciting news coverage but ends up on the weather and lifestyle team. Despite her initial disappointment, she grows to appreciate her job.

Recommendation: Personal Assistant of Female President 2 similar to V.I.P
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Personal Assistant of Female President 2(女总裁的贴身高手2)

2016China
Boss-Employee RelationshipInvestigationMysteryRomanceActionBodyguard Male LeadFantasyRich Female Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Investigation, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

During Yun Shitong's wedding, her father Yun Ding disappears unexpectedly. Leng Feng suspects that Yun Ding's death may be linked to Duan Fei. Meanwhile, the Hong Ding company faces financial troubles, and Han Zhiming teams up with his father to oppose Yun Shitong. Following Yun Ding's accidental death, Duan Fei vanishes, and incriminating evidence suggests he is the culprit. Can Shitong unravel the mystery?

Recommendation: Rosy Lovers similar to V.I.P
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Rosy Lovers(장미빛 연인들)

2014South Korea
Father-Daughter RelationshipMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceCold Female LeadFamilyMultiple CouplesNaive Female Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Father-Daughter Relationship, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Romantic feelings and intentions often start off innocently among young people, but eventually, they must progress in their relationship, which involves a commitment and greater responsibilities. This narrative follows a young man who recovers from an unforeseen setback. Throughout his journey, he discovers solutions to his challenges and seeks out happiness. A young father still attending college must mature quickly to support his family, yet he inspires others by triumphing over the numerous hurdles he faces. (MBC)

Recommendation: Because Love Is So Beautiful similar to V.I.P
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Because Love Is So Beautiful(因为爱情有多美)

2013China
BusinessExtramarital AffairInfidelityMelodramaRomanceAdopted Male LeadBetrayalBetrayed By A Significant OtherBirth SecretDramaFamily RelationshipRevengeSearching For A SiblingSecret Relationship

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Extramarital Affair, Infidelity, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Lin Duo Mei is a young heiress in good health and innocence who is happily wed to her husband Chen Xiao Fei. Her brother, Lin Duo Jun, is also preparing for marriage to Wen Xin. Wen Xin, who has suffered mistreatment from her adoptive family, has endured a life of hardship since being separated from her biological brother. In an attempt to escape her struggles, she manipulates and marries Lin Duo Jun. However, on the wedding day, she is shocked to discover that her new brother-in-law, Chen Xiao Fei, is actually her former love and ex-boyfriend, whom she was forced to part ways with by his mother in order to marry Lin Duo Mei and seek revenge on her father. Their reunion brings back old feelings, leading to an illicit affair. Meanwhile, Lin Duo Mei crosses paths with Ye Nan Di, who falls for her despite her marital status. As Wen Xin and Chen Xiao Fei's actions threaten to destroy Lin Duo Mei's family, Ye Nan Di stands by her side to help restore her family, reclaim her father's business, and bring justice to those who have wronged her.

Recommendation: Murder Diary similar to V.I.P
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Murder Diary(刑偵日記)

2021Hong Kong
InvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadDissociative Identity DisorderEmotionally Strong Female LeadIllnessMental Hospital SettingMental IllnessMultiple PersonalitiesPsychologicalSmart Female LeadThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Yeung Pik Sum is diagnosed with Schizophrenia, which in turn leads to her son, Yip King Fung, developing Dissociative Identity Disorder. One of King Fung's alters, named Chu Kei, becomes skilled in handwriting analysis and profiling criminals. With Chu Kei's help, King Fung, who works as an undercover agent, dismantles a criminal syndicate. However, after being implicated in a series of mysterious crimes, King Fung becomes a murder suspect, causing trauma to his younger sister. Pik Sum, feeling remorseful for neglecting her children, takes on a job as a mental hospital assistant to protect her daughter, but struggles to reconcile with King Fung. Superintendent Lip Shan offers King Fung a position in the Special Crime Unit, where he collaborates with psychiatrist Wai Yui Kit, bomb disposal expert Yau Ngan Sing, and forensic anthropologist Fong Yuen Chin to handle cases involving criminals with unusual psychological conditions and solve complex mysteries.

Recommendation: Nanyobi ni Umareta no similar to V.I.P
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Nanyobi ni Umareta no(何曜日に生まれたの)

2023Japan
Father-Daughter RelationshipInvestigationMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadClass ReunionDramaFriendshipHealingMiniseriesPanic DisorderUnemployed Female LeadUnrequited LoveYouth

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Father-Daughter Relationship, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

As a result of a certain incident, Kurome Sui has been leading a reclusive life for a decade starting from the age of 18. Her situation takes a turn when she is invited to a high school reunion and encounters renowned author Kumon Ryuen. (DramaWiki)

Recommendation: You Are My Spring similar to V.I.P
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You Are My Spring(너는 나의 봄)

2021South Korea
InvestigationMother-Daughter RelationshipMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadCalm Male LeadComedyDeathFlashback To PastHealingHealthy Mains’ RelationshipPsychologicalSmart Female LeadThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Kang Da Jeong swiftly advances to become the manager of a prestigious hotel, yet faces challenges in her romantic relationships, mirroring her mother's struggles. Ju Yeong Do, a psychiatrist, aids others in their healing journeys while dealing with his own emotional wounds stemming from his inability to rescue his younger brother and a patient. As they work together to solve a murder case in their community, the two develop a strong bond.

Recommendation: Link: Eat, Love, Kill similar to V.I.P
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Link: Eat, Love, Kill(링크: 먹고 사랑하라, 죽이게)

2022South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMysteryRomanceChef Male LeadDramaFantasyNeighbors' RelationshipRestaurateur Male LeadSlight ComedySlow Burn StoryStalker Supporting CharacterStalking

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale of a man and woman connected through their shared emotional state unfolds as Eun Gye Hun, a chef, opens a restaurant in the same town where his twin sister disappeared two decades ago. One day, he starts feeling random emotions, crying and laughing without reason, only to discover that they belong to a woman named No Da Hyeon. (References: HanCinema, Soompi)

Recommendation: Shady Mom-in-Law similar to V.I.P
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Shady Mom-in-Law(수상한 장모)

2019South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMysteryRomanceAbusive ParentDramaFamily RelationshipFashion Designer Female LeadFashion IndustryLove At First SightManipulative ParentNice Male LeadSoap Opera

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Jenny is a successful fashion designer with a strong bond with her mother, Soo Jin. While her mother hopes for her to marry Man Soo, Jenny has no interest in him and chooses to ignore him. During a chance encounter, Jenny meets Eun Suk, and they instantly fall in love. Eun Suk, who comes from a rich family, possesses a gentle demeanor and a strong sense of morality. Despite their decision to wed, Jenny's mother, Soo Jin, disapproves of their union.

Recommendation: The Smile Has Left Your Eyes similar to V.I.P
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The Smile Has Left Your Eyes(하늘에서 내리는 일억 개의 별)

2018South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadCold Man-Warm WomanDramaEccentric Male LeadMurderOrphan Male LeadPsychologicalTearjerkerThrillerViolence

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

A television show focusing on the evolving relationship between the unpredictable and perilous Kim Moo Young, often referred to as a "monster

Recommendation: Romance Is a Bonus Book similar to V.I.P
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Romance Is a Bonus Book(로맨스는 별책부록)

2019South Korea
Boss-Employee RelationshipBusinessMelodramaRomanceSmart Male LeadCohabitationComedyFriends To LoversLove TriangleNice Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManSecret CrushSlow Burn RomanceSuccessful Male Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Boss-Employee Relationship, Business, Melodrama, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Cha Eun Ho is a talented and attractive author who holds the position of the youngest chief editor at a publishing house. He possesses a composed personality and remains level-headed in his professional environment. His life becomes intertwined with that of his childhood friend, Kang Dan Yi, who was once a well-known copywriter. Currently, she is divorced, a single mother, out of work, and facing various challenges while trying to secure employment. Despite her previous success, she struggles to find a job. In a bid to improve her situation, she fabricates details about her past and takes on a temporary position in the same office as Cha Eun Ho. As their lives intersect more frequently, a romance begins to develop.

Recommendation: Wacko at Law similar to V.I.P
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Wacko at Law(王牌辯護人)

2020Taiwan
BusinessInvestigationMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadDeath Of A FatherDeath Of A FiancéeDeath Of A MotherDifficult AdulthoodDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadLawLawyer Male LeadOlder Man-Younger Woman

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Investigation, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Mai Daqi, a skilled individual in the field of law, decided to set aside his lawyer's license due to his discontent with the commercialism prevalent in law firms. However, a tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of his parents and fiancee four years ago prompted him to reenter the legal profession. Seeking justice for his family, Daqi challenged and defeated the top lawyers of Wanmei Airlines.

Recommendation: Remember: War of the Son similar to V.I.P
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Remember: War of the Son(리멤버 – 아들의 전쟁)

2015South Korea
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadAlzheimer's DiseaseHardworking Male LeadLawNice Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManPhotographic MemoryRevengeSuspenseThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Seo Jin Woo possesses hyperthymesia, a rare condition that allows him to recall life events with remarkable clarity. His father, who was falsely charged with murder, faced trial and was sentenced to death. With a strong resolve to clear his father's name, Jin Woo leverages his exceptional memory to rescue him.

Recommendation: Mother of Mine similar to V.I.P
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Mother of Mine(세상에서 제일 예쁜 내 딸)

2019South Korea
BusinessMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceSmart Male LeadCo-workers' RelationshipEvil In-LawFamily RelationshipLifeOffice Worker Female LeadOlder Man-Younger WomanRich Male LeadWorkplace SettingWriter Female Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, Mother-Daughter Relationship, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

This drama tells the story of a mother and her three daughters living in contemporary Korean society. It highlights issues such as the declining birth rate, increasing divorce rate, and the challenges faced by the younger generation as they shy away from marriage. Park Sun Ja, who operates a small beef soup restaurant, has raised her daughters—Mi Sun, Mi Ri, and Mi Hye—on her own. Even now, she continues to manage the restaurant while her daughters have all matured into adulthood. The eldest, Mi Sun, is married and has a daughter of her own, balancing work and family responsibilities. The second daughter, Mi Ri, is very attentive to her mother, exuding confidence and excelling in her career. She becomes romantically involved with her colleague, Tae Joo, who is the youngest son of the family that owns the company where they work. The youngest daughter, Mi Hye, once had a bright future as a novelist but has since shifted her focus to assisting her mother at the restaurant.

Recommendation: Intimate Partner similar to V.I.P
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Intimate Partner(亲密的搭档)

2016China
BusinessInvestigationMystery

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 21% similarity match.

The online game from Tianyu Company experienced a sudden shutdown, impacting numerous users and catching the attention of journalist Shen An. The company's CEO, Qiao Qi Shan, appointed his adopted son, Qiao Zhen Yu, to a key role within the organization. Qiao Zhen Yu requested Shen An to write articles that would boost the company's reputation, but was turned down. As time passed, Qiao Zhen Yu developed an interest in Shen An. To improve the company's image, Qiao Zhen Yu decided to use a talent show competition. Shen An participated in the competition to investigate and assist the aspiring tailor, Han Xiao Fang, in achieving her dream. Susan, a wealthy admirer of Qiao Zhen Yu, consistently caused trouble for Shen An. During the competition, a stage collapse resulted in a severe injury to Han Xiao Fang. Shen An, Qiao Zhen Yu, and Qiao Lisa joined forces to gather evidence against the villain involved in gambling on the game platform. A battle of intelligence and bravery ensued.

Recommendation: On the Road (2018) similar to V.I.P
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On the Road (2018)(梦想合伙人)

2018China
BusinessMelodramaRomance

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Business, Melodrama, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

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

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Revolving Doors of Vengeance(酒店風雲)

2005Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomance

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The plot revolves around the Wong family, led by Wong Yuk Ting, who owns a prestigious hotel chain. It follows the story of how a favor leads to a quest for revenge in a complex tale of loyalty and retribution. Wong Kai Kit, the youngest son of Wong Yuk Ting, finds himself caught in a power struggle within the family after his father's sudden mysterious death. The family business is unexpectedly taken over by Ko Fung, who forms a romantic relationship with Bik Kei, a woman he meets at the hotel. As tensions rise among the family members, including Kit's uncle Wing Fat, deception and intrigue become commonplace. Ko Fung's true intentions for the business cause ongoing conflict with Kai Kit, ultimately leading to his growth and development through their many confrontations.

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Shadow of Justice (2018)(蚀日风暴 蝕日風暴)

2018Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadActionPolice Department SettingSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 21% similarity match.

The special episode titled "Decline of an Era" narrates the tale of Ling Feng and Fan Yi, close friends who took a stand against scorpion smuggling. Due to their involvement with criminal elements and a sinister plot, they found themselves heading towards different destinies. Ling Feng, a police officer committed to justice, faced numerous unjust predicaments orchestrated by dark forces. Through persistent investigation, he discovered that the trail ultimately led back to his once trusted comrade, Fan Yi. Produced in collaboration with China.

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Shiranakute Ii Koto(知らなくていいコト)

2020Japan
InfidelityInvestigationMysteryRomanceDeathDramaMiniseriesReporter Female LeadRich Female Lead

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Keito works as a journalist for a magazine that is published weekly. The magazine features stories on various topics such as political corruption and scandals involving celebrities. Keito is always on the lookout for the next big story. In addition to her successful career, Keito is wealthy and happy with her work and personal life. Tragically, Keito's mother passes away suddenly. Anna, who was a single parent and a film critic, raised Keito on her own. Before her death, Anna mentioned something about Keito's father, who happens to be a famous Hollywood actor.

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Pride and Prejudice(오만과 편견)

2014South Korea
InvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceArrogant Male LeadLawMean Male LeadProsecutor Female LeadProsecutor Male Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

A team of dedicated prosecutors collaborates to hold accountable those who perpetrate corruption. This narrative follows these legal warriors as they utilize the law and their ethical standards to combat wrongdoing and safeguard the vulnerable innocent victims who lack wealth or influence in society. (MBC)

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Kanojo no Inai Jikan(彼女のいない時間)

2024Japan
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceAge GapAge GapCo-producedMiniseriesOlder Man-Younger WomanTeenager Female Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Cha Eun Tae was happily married to Mai until a tragic accident separated them. Following his wife's passing, Eun Tae is left in a state of shock that causes him to lose his memory. Feeling numb and disoriented, he decides to go on one final journey before reuniting with his wife. Upon discovering a photo at home, he sets out to uncover the story behind it. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious high school girl who could reveal a different side of Mai that he never knew existed. (Japanese = NagoyaTV.com || Translation = TheBlossomReview.com) Co-production with South Korea.

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The Second Life (2014)(第二次人生)

2014China
MelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipRomanceRiches To Rags

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The mother and daughter transitioned from a life of wealth in the upper class to poverty in society, but managed to find happiness through perseverance and diligence

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Everybody Has Secrets (2013)(每个人都有秘密)

2013China
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceDoctor Male LeadMusicPianist Female LeadSurgeon Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Yi Xiao Mian, a talented female pianist, had to step back from her career to keep a hidden truth. Bei Yu Tong, a promising young surgeon, comes back to China to uncover the mystery behind his mother's car accident. Sha Ye Qi, a female office worker, is instructed by her father to get close to her boss. Ye Hang Xuan, the fifth wealthiest person in diamonds, has been discreetly searching for the woman who once saved him. Ye Hang Xuan's mother Meng Anna, due to her husband Ye Lu Ming's affair with Yi Xiao Mian's mother, starts pressuring Yi Xiao Mian.

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Mysterious Summer(不可思议的夏天)

2014China
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceAnthologyDramaHorrorSuspenseThrillerWeb Series

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

The depths of strangers' hearts hold mysteries that remain unknown to others. If one could glimpse their perspective, what revelations would unfold? Within the residents of Beijing, there exist worlds of ambition, deceit, yearning, distrust, terror, affection, and animosity. Each of the fifteen individuals inhabiting the city carries what appears to be a distinct tale, yet their lives may be intertwined in ways yet to be discovered.

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Lady's House(淑女之家)

2014China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceFamily

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In the year 1930 in Shang Hai, Zhou Jin uncovers her family's past and learns of her father's mysterious death a decade ago. Determined to uncover the truth, Zhou Jin enlists the help of her childhood companion, Su Zhi Wen, to delve into the powerful Shen family. Through their investigation, they stumble upon the hidden dangers and secrets lurking beneath the glamorous facade of the "Lady's House", posing a threat to Zhou Jin's mission.

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Love You Thousands of Silk(愛你 萬縷千絲)

2015China
InvestigationMelodramaMysteryRomanceArranged MarriageCalm Male LeadFamilyLove TriangleNice Male LeadRich Male Lead

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Melodrama, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

As a result of Tong Zhi Yuan's father being incarcerated and her mother passing away, she found herself in a situation akin to that of Cinderella - pure and vulnerable. Eventually, she ends up marrying a prosperous man from Thailand.

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The Mysterious World(天机十二宫)

2019China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadActionAdventureBickering Mains' RelationshipHistoricalMartial ArtsWuxia

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

In his quest to uncover his true identity, Shen Yao ventures into the Secret Twelve Palaces where he unravels the secrets hidden within while facing off against twelve clandestine groups. Seeking to clear his father's name and that of the Twelve Palaces, Shen Yao covertly probes the Criminal Department for the truth. Along the way, Shen Yao crosses paths with female enforcer Wan Yun Ling, and together they unveil the truth and develop a romantic relationship. Ultimately, Shen Yao and his comrades expose the schemes of Lin Jing Hai. (C-Drama Love)

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Bu Kuai Jie Jie Hao Ke Ai(捕快姐姐郝可爱)

2021China
InvestigationMysteryRomanceSmart Male LeadDetective FictionDetective Male LeadHidden IdentityHistoricalStrong Female LeadWeb Series

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Mystery, Romance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 20% similarity match.

Tale of Hao Ke Ai, the top constable in Tian Qi Country, and Gao Zi Chen, the prime minister's son who conceals his true identity, as they collaborate to solve cases and uncover the truth. (DramaWiki)

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Morality Base Line(道德底线)

2007China
Extramarital AffairInfidelityRomanceDrama

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Extramarital Affair, Infidelity, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Chen Xiu, a young and attractive school teacher, is in a relationship with Zhao Xue Peng. They tie the knot far from home, but their wedding night takes a disastrous turn when Chen Xiu, who is intoxicated after celebrating with friends, mistakenly spends the night with another intoxicated man named Wang Jin Tao in the room next door. This incident deeply affects Xue Peng, leading to further complications in their relationship. Despite facing initial reservations due to Chen Xiu's background and family, Xue Peng's parents reluctantly accept her. Chen Xiu, known for her kindness and determination, tries to salvage her marriage with Xue Peng. However, complications arise when Xue Peng's boss, Zhou Chun Lei, confesses her feelings for him. The situation becomes more complex when Chen Xiu discovers she is pregnant, raising questions about the baby's paternity. As the truth about the accident emerges, will Chen Xiu be able to confront her in-laws and maintain her dignity?

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Witness to a Prosecution Season 2(洗冤錄 II)

2003Hong Kong
InvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceDeathForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceHistoricalMedicalMurder

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

After the passing of his two spouses, Sung Chee finds himself in a different town by some means. In his previous place of residence, Sung Chee was a respected investigator who had successfully closed numerous cases. He crosses paths with Yuen Yuk Chu in the new town and is hired to work in her mother's store in order to settle his debts. Sung Chee's true identity is eventually revealed, leading him to resume his investigations into the deaths of murder victims with the assistance of his new friends. Chow Chi Lung persuades Sung Chee to mentor him, eventually becoming his apprentice. Despite a growing affection between Yuen Yuk Chu and Sung Chee, he rejects his feelings for her, convinced that he is destined to be alone.

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Vigilante Force(智勇新警界)

2003Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceDrama

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The Prince's Shadow(御用閒人)

2005Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceHistorical

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Ko Sing possesses knowledge in both literary works and martial arts. Despite being an official, he is the person Emperor Kin Lung turns to for solving complex issues. Sing travels to Yangzhou in order to locate the emperor's beloved, Yu Yee. He discovers that Yee has been traded to the proprietor of a well-known brothel named So Sam. Unbeknownst to Sing, the brothel serves as a refuge for vulnerable girls. Misinterpreting the situation, Sing mistakenly believes that Sam coerces young girls into prostitution. Yee becomes entangled in a homicide case. Sam, also recognized as the "Chivalrous Prostitute", makes every effort to rescue her. It is only then that Sing comprehends the true nature of Sam.

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Brink of Law(突圍行動)

2007Hong Kong
InvestigationMysteryRomanceAction

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Tong Chi Ko (Steven Ma) is taken to court for defamation but later turns his life around and joins a fashion company as a legal advisor. He befriends Tung Yat Jun (Ron Ng), the nephew of the company's owner, Tung Jin Lung (Elliot Yue). Ko reunites with his former flame, Tsui Wing (Bernice Liu), only to discover her unusual relationship with Lung. Meanwhile, Lung's wife, Kam Chi (Michelle Yim), uncovers Jun's secret and vows to seek revenge. As Ko delves deeper, he uncovers a possible link between the fashion company and illegal betting activities. However, the truth is murky, leaving everyone wondering who is really pulling the strings behind the scenes.

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Forensic Heroes Season 2(法證先鋒 2)

2008Hong Kong
InvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRomanceCrimeDetective Male LeadForensic Medical Examiner Male LeadForensic ScienceSuspenseThriller

Like V.I.P, this drama also features Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

The forensic department collaborates with law enforcement to resolve various cases. Tim Sir utilizes his vast expertise and unique techniques to gather essential evidence for solving seemingly unsolvable cases. His colleague and close friend Sam is also a skilled forensic scientist. Sam is preparing to wed his girlfriend Lam Ding Ding. Tim Sir is impressed by his friend Ivan's actions when he defuses a bomb during a critical situation after returning from England. Meanwhile, Ma Kwok Ying, a senior inspector in Hong Kong's anti-drug unit, leads a team in pursuit of a notorious drug kingpin, but the operation ends in a devastating explosion with severe consequences.