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Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo(역도요정 김복주)

2016South Korea
Bantering RelationshipComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversHealingHealthy Mains’ RelationshipLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceSlow Burn RomanceSportsSwimmingWeightlifting

Bok Joo is a weightlifter chasing her ambition of securing a gold medal, but she unexpectedly experiences love for the first time. Despite being a strong woman who trains with heavy weights, she exhibits a feminine side when it comes to her romantic life. Devoting herself entirely to weightlifting could jeopardize her relationship, yet abandoning her athletic career for love would prevent her from achieving her aspirations. Can she discover a balance between romance and success at the age of 20? The drama features characters who are top-tier athletes in weightlifting, swimming, and rhythmic gymnastics, all striving diligently to fulfill their dreams. It explores their journeys of self-discovery and relationships amidst their busy lives. (MBC) This narrative draws inspiration from the life of Jang Mi Ran, a gold medalist Olympic weightlifter from South Korea.

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Recommendation: The Best of You in My Mind similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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The Best of You in My Mind(全世界最好的你)

2020China
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSlow Burn RomanceSportsArcheryChildhood Friends RelationshipCompetitionMultiple CouplesSecret CrushYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Male Chases Female First, Romance, Slow Burn Romance, and Sports themes with a 40% similarity match.

Lin Xi Chi, a veterinary student known for her cheerful demeanor, grapples with feelings of inadequacy. Xu Fang, her childhood friend studying national defense and skilled in archery, harbors a deep affection for her but has never revealed his true feelings. Their relationship takes a new turn after Xu Fang loses a bet, resulting in the forfeiture of a month's living expenses. One fateful evening, when Lin Xi Chi becomes intoxicated, long-suppressed emotions come to the surface, forever altering the dynamics of their friendship.

Recommendation: Lovely Us similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Lovely Us(如此可爱的我们)

2020China
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSlow Burn RomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipComing Of AgeEnemies To LoversFluffyFriendshipWeb SeriesYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 33% similarity match.

In the summer of 2007, a group of young people who had grown up together were preparing to leave their old tube-shaped apartments in the Shude faculty housing complex. This was a year before the Beijing Olympic Games. They were filled with nostalgia for the memories they had made in their old homes. As they moved into new residential quarters, they carried with them their hopes for the future. The bond between Huang Chengzi, Tan Song, Zhu Jinxiao, Chen Zui, and He Jinzhao was a special one, marked by moments of growth, dreams, and love that would always be cherished in the Shude faculty community.

Recommendation: Reply 1997 similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Reply 1997(응답하라 1997)

2013South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomance1990sBromanceHigh SchoolLove SquareLove TriangleMultiple CouplesUnrequited Love

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 29% 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: 20th Century Boy and Girl similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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20th Century Boy and Girl(20세기 소년소녀)

2017South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSismanceBromanceCalm Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadFlashback To PastLove TriangleMultiple CouplesRich Female Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 29% similarity match.

This narrative centers around three women who were members of the Bongo group during their time at the Seoul Mansion apartment complex. Although they have distinct professions—a renowned actress and singer, a culinary enthusiast working as an airline stewardess, and a diligent young lawyer—they maintain a strong bond of friendship. While they seem to be thriving, their lives in their thirties in the vibrant city of Seoul are marked by significant pressure. They long to revisit the simplicity of their teenage years, seek romance, and value their lasting friendship.

Recommendation: Your House Helper similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Your House Helper(당신의 하우스헬퍼)

2018South Korea
ComedyHealingLifeRomanceSismanceSlow Burn RomanceAwkward Male LeadCold Man-Warm WomanHousekeeper Male LeadHousekeepingIntern Female LeadLife LessonMultiple Mains

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Healing, Life, Romance, Sismance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

The everyday routine of a typical working woman includes: a crowded subway during peak hours, a difficult and unpleasant boss, junior colleagues striving for advancement, increasing credit card debt, and a weary and worn-out body... Most frustrating of all is the never-ending household chores that greet her upon returning home. But imagine if a charming man showed up to handle all the domestic tasks for her. Furthermore, what if he could also help untangle the complexities of her chaotic life? In this series, a male housekeeper takes on domestic responsibilities in various women's homes while attempting to resolve their challenges. (KBS World)

Recommendation: My Fated Boy similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My Fated Boy(我的邻居长不大)

2021China
ComedyFirst LoveHealthy Mains’ RelationshipLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceAge GapChildhood ConnectionChildhood CrushClingy Male LeadCohabitationFluffyOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Life, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 29% similarity match.

As a young girl growing up in the countryside, Lin Yang developed a strong friendship with a boy named Lu Zheng An from her neighborhood. Despite their age difference, they shared a close bond and even pretended to be married in their imaginative games. Over time, they drifted apart due to different paths in life. Now at 31 years old, Lin Yang works in an office and lives in a rented place, feeling that her life hasn't turned out as expected. Unexpectedly, Lu Zheng An reappears in her life at 24 years old after studying abroad and graduating. He is determined to revive their friendship and potentially start a romantic relationship. Despite his efforts, Lin Yang still sees him as the young boy from their past, like a younger brother. Lu Zheng An is determined to prove the sincerity of his feelings and win her heart.

Recommendation: My Mr. Mermaid similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My Mr. Mermaid(浪花一朵朵)

2017China
ComedyFriends To LoversMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSportsSwimmingBromanceCalm Female LeadCalm Male LeadLove TriangleMother-Son RelationshipNice Male LeadSmart Female LeadYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Friends To Lovers, Male Chases Female First, Romance, Sports, and Swimming themes with a 27% similarity match.

Former swim champion Tang Yi Bai, who was falsely accused of doping, decides to make a comeback after a hiatus of four years. He enrolls at South Physical Education College alongside his close friend Qi Rui Feng, aiming to take on their rival Heng Ou Yang from North Physical Education College. During the competition, Tang Yi Bai forms a bond with Yun Duo, a novice sports journalist who has a fear of water due to a previous near-drowning experience. As Yun Duo moves into Tang Yi Bai's family residence, their friendship deepens. Will they be able to assist Tang Yi Bai in proving his innocence and reclaiming his status as a swimming sensation?

Recommendation: Always Home similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Always Home(树下有片红房子)

2025China
Bantering RelationshipFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceCharacter DevelopmentComing Of AgeDramaJealousyLove SquareNice Female LeadSecondary CoupleYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Bantering Relationship, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Chen Huan Er relocates to a bustling urban area with her parents and forms friendships with Jing Xi Chi and Song Cong during their high school years

Recommendation: All I Want for Love Is You similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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All I Want for Love Is You(满满喜欢你)

2019China
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceDramaHigh School To Working LifeLove TriangleMedicalSchool SettingSmart Male LeadTraumaYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 27% 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: Love with Flaws similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Love with Flaws(하자있는 인간들)

2019South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceBromanceBrother-Sister RelationshipDramaEccentric Male LeadHot-tempered Female LeadLove TriangleMisunderstandingTrauma

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 27% similarity match.

This romantic comedy centers on Joo Seo Yeon, a high school physical education teacher who has a strong dislike for pretty boys and instead favors those who are "not handsome

Recommendation: You Are My Glory similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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You Are My Glory(你是我的荣耀)

2021China
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversHealthy Mains’ RelationshipLifeRomanceDramaFemale Chases Male FirstFirst Love ReturnsHardworking Female LeadMeet AgainPopular Female LeadRich Female LeadSuccessful Female Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Life, and Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Qiao Jing Jing, a famous public figure, faces a dilemma when a video showcasing her lackluster gaming abilities jeopardizes her sponsorship deal. In order to salvage her reputation, she decides to participate in a gaming competition and dedicates her spare time to improving her skills. Through this endeavor, she reconnects with Yu Tu, a former high school crush who has since become a skilled aerospace engineer and gaming expert. With Yu Tu serving as her mentor, the pair form a strong bond as they help each other excel in their shared passion.

Recommendation: More Than Friends similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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More Than Friends(경우의 수)

2020South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveLifeRomanceSismanceSlow Burn RomanceDramaFemale Chases Male FirstLong Time FriendsLove TriangleMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesSecret CrushUnrequited Love

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Romance, Sismance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 27% 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: My First First Love similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My First First Love(첫사랑은 처음이라서)

2019South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSismanceCheerful Male LeadCohabitationComing Of AgeLove TriangleNice Male LeadPoor Female LeadSecret CrushYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 27% similarity match.

A cluster of Yun Tae O’s friends unexpectedly relocates to his home for their individual motives, where they navigate love, camaraderie, and challenges. Song I and Tae O have shared a friendship since the age of three; Choi Hun dreams of becoming a theater actor; Ga Rin is the daughter of a wealthy family. When Song I encounters another of Tae O’s friends, Do Hyeon, who is aloof towards girls and juggles multiple jobs, their bond is put to the test.

Recommendation: Lucky's First Love similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Lucky's First Love(世界欠我一个初恋)

2019China
ComedyFirst LoveLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSlow Burn RomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipBrother-Sister RelationshipChildish Male LeadCEO Male LeadMultiple CouplesRich Male LeadSingle Mother-Father Supporting CharacterYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 27% similarity match.

Xing Yun, a determined and independent young lady, catches the eye of Xia Ke, a focused supervisor with a tough exterior

Recommendation: Taereung National Village similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Taereung National Village(태릉선수촌)

2005South Korea
ComedyRomanceSportsSwimmingArcheryMiniseries

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Romance, Sports, and Swimming themes with a 25% similarity match.

Set against the thrilling and competitive backdrop of Olympic sports, Min Ki, a judo athlete, seems to be perpetually short on luck. Conversely, Bang Su Ah, a skilled archer, proudly boasts two gold medals but remains eager for more triumphs. They share the National Village with a young swimmer who battles self-doubt in his quest for excellence, and Jang Ma Roo, a conceited gymnast, who is convinced that no one can hinder her path to the gold medal. As their athletic achievements and setbacks intertwine with their personal challenges, Taerung National Village will captivate you from the starting signal all the way to the heart-stopping finish line.

Recommendation: Longing for Spring similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Longing for Spring(그리다,봄)

2014South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversMale Chases Female FirstRomanceChildhood Friends RelationshipEquinophobiaLove TriangleMiniseriesShort Length SeriesUnrequited LoveWeb Series

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

Mal Ja, a part-time employee at the Korean Racing Authority, has a deep affection for all animals but has faced some distressing experiences with horses

Recommendation: Jia Jia's Lovely Journey similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Jia Jia's Lovely Journey(何加加的桃花源记)

2022China
HealingHealthy Mains’ RelationshipLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceBetrayalBetrayed By A Significant OtherCountryside SettingFluffyVillage SettingWeb SeriesWriter Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Healing, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 24% similarity match.

The series focuses on individuals who are described as "slow-growing" and explores the challenges they face in work, relationships, and personal growth within a larger societal context. The show highlights how this group of individuals rediscover themselves, reconnect with their inner selves, and make changes to their life plans, resonating with a younger audience. The storyline follows He JiaJia who, after experiencing unemployment and heartbreak, decides to leave the pressures of city life and move to the serene countryside. There, she meets different people, including Fang Wen Yu, a writer with contrasting views. Through overcoming misunderstandings and working together, they learn to slow down, reflect on their past, seek new paths, and embark on a fresh journey, crafting a romantic tale amidst the pastoral backdrop.

Recommendation: When I Fly Towards You similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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When I Fly Towards You(当我飞奔向你)

2023China
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversHealthy Mains’ RelationshipRomanceComing Of AgeFemale Chases Male FirstFriendshipHigh School To Working LifeIntroverted Male LeadLove At First SightSecondary CoupleYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

During the fall of 2012, Su Zai Zai enrolls at Yucai High School and is captivated by the reserved Zhang Lu Rang

Recommendation: My Little Happiness similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My Little Happiness(我的小确幸)

2021China
ComedyFirst LoveHealthy Mains’ RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstRomanceNovel AdaptationChildhood CrushDramaFluffyMeet AgainSecondary CoupleSmart Female LeadSmart Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Cong Rong aspires to become a lawyer, despite her mother's wishes for her to pursue finance studies abroad

Recommendation: Meet Yourself similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Meet Yourself(去有风的地方)

2023China
HealingHealthy Mains’ RelationshipLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceCountryside SettingDeath Of A FriendDramaFriendshipIntergenerational FriendshipNice Female LeadSlow Burn StoryVillage Setting

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Healing, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Xu Hong Dou, a woman from the city working in the hotel industry, experiences upheaval in her life following the passing of her closest friend

Recommendation: My Love, Enlighten Me similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My Love, Enlighten Me(暖暖请多指教)

2020China
ComedyLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceBromanceCohabitationCold Male LeadCold Man-Warm WomanFriendshipHeight DifferenceHyperthymesiaLove Hate Relationship

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Life, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 23% similarity match.

A 22-year-old aspiring pop star named Nuan Nuan is forced to start over when her girl group disbands on their first night, shattering her dreams

Recommendation: Marry Me Now? similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Marry Me Now?(같이 살래요)

2018South Korea
First LoveFriends To LoversMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSlow Burn RomanceCalm Male LeadCharacter DevelopmentFather-Daughter RelationshipMedicalMelodramaMother-Son RelationshipNice Male LeadSmart Female Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features First Love, Friends To Lovers, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Park Yoo Ha, a committed healthcare worker, is inspired by her father's sacrifices to pursue a career in medicine. Her father, who single-handedly raised four children, witnessed his eldest daughter marry into a wealthy family. Unexpectedly, his first love, now a prosperous businesswoman, reenters his life. At the same time, Jung Eun Tae, a physician who has volunteered overseas, comes back to Korea feeling disillusioned by his father's emphasis on career over family, which has caused him to shy away from marriage.

Recommendation: One Spring Night similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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One Spring Night(봄밤)

2019South Korea
LifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceSlow Burn RomanceAge GapDramaFamily PressureFather-Son RelationshipMother-Daughter RelationshipMother-Son RelationshipNice Male LeadPharmacist Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Life, Male Chases Female First, Romance, Sismance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Feeling confined in a stagnant four-year relationship and hesitant to move towards marriage, Lee Jeong In stumbles into Yoo Ji Ho's pharmacy one morning, nursing a hangover from a night out with her friend. As she attempts to pull herself together before heading to work, Jeong In realizes she has left her wallet behind and is unable to pay. Despite her abrasive demeanor, Ji Ho graciously assists Jeong In. What starts as an ordinary daily encounter gradually evolves into a stronger bond as the two become increasingly attracted to each other. They embark on a clandestine friendship while navigating the complexities of family and societal expectations.

Recommendation: Unforgettable Love similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Unforgettable Love(贺先生的恋恋不忘)

2021China
ComedyHealingMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceWeb Novel AdaptationCold Man-Warm WomanContract RelationshipDramaMultiple CouplesPoor Female LeadRich Male LeadRich Man-Poor Woman

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Healing, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The plot centers on He Qiao Yan, the CEO of Heshi Group, and Qin Yi Yue, a child therapist

Recommendation: Hello Again! similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Hello Again!(你有念大學嗎?)

2019Taiwan
ComedyFirst LoveMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceBusinessChildish Male LeadLGBTQ+Love Hate RelationshipNice Male LeadRich Man-Poor WomanRivals To LoversSmart Female Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 23% similarity match.

One hundred days prior to the university entrance exams, Chang Ke Ai and Yang Zi Hao made a pact during high school. If they both get accepted to the same university, she will carry his backpack for an entire year. However, she had to abandon her university aspirations to settle a family debt. A decade later, they find themselves living in different worlds despite being just across the street from each other. Yang Zi Hao now holds a high position as an executive vice president at "Gorgeous Department Store", while Chang Ke Ai works as a street vendor helping her mother sell clothes at a market. When they reunite, will they recall the bet they made ten years ago?

Recommendation: Radio Romance similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Radio Romance(라디오 로맨스)

2018South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveHealingMale Chases Female FirstRomanceBusinessChildhood SweetheartsCold Man-Warm WomanControlling ParentDysfunctional FamilyLove TrianglePossessive Male LeadSecret Crush

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Healing, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Song Geu Rim works as a writer for a radio program, but she struggles with her writing abilities. Despite her enthusiasm, initiative, and determination, her lack of skill keeps her in the role of an assistant writer. In her childhood, the radio was the sole connection she shared with her blind mother, providing her with comfort through its sounds, which she cherished deeply. This passion led her to pursue a career in writing. When her radio show faces potential cancellation, she successfully manages to cast the renowned actor Ji Su Ho, who relies heavily on scripts for his performances. (KBS World)

Recommendation: Let's Meet Now similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Let's Meet Now(见面吧就现在)

2022China
ComedyHealthy Mains’ RelationshipRomanceSlow Burn RomanceSportsChildhood Friends RelationshipComing Of AgeCompetitionFluffyMeet AgainMultiple CouplesOlder Woman-Younger ManYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Healthy Mains’ Relationship, Romance, Slow Burn Romance, and Sports themes with a 23% similarity match.

In a chance encounter at a shooting gallery, Ji Qiu, a young writer-director, crosses paths with Zhou Zi Qian, a shooter who has recently returned to China. Unaware of their shared past, Ji Qiu treats Zhou Zi Qian as a stranger, not realizing that he was the little boy who used to hide behind her. Through Ji Qiu's team's new variety show "Let's Meet Now," the two are brought together in both their work and personal lives, allowing them to gradually uncover each other's true selves. This romantic drama centers around the reunion of childhood friends through the lens of the variety show "Let's Meet Now," creating a captivating modern love story. (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Le Coup de Foudre similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Le Coup de Foudre(我只喜欢你)

2019China
First LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSismanceNovel AdaptationDramaHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLovers SeparatedMeet AgainMultiple CouplesSmart Male LeadYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 22% 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: Put Your Head on My Shoulder similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Put Your Head on My Shoulder(致我们暖暖的小时光)

2019China
ComedyFirst LoveLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceCohabitationHardworking Female LeadHeight DifferenceNaive Female LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadSupportive ParentWeb SeriesYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

As she nears the end of her studies, Situ Mo, a student majoring in accounting, faces uncertainty about her future

Recommendation: I Don't Love You Yet similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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I Don't Love You Yet(僕はまだ君を愛さないことができる)

2019Japan
ComedyFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceCharacter DevelopmentDramaHardworking Female LeadHeartbreakLove TriangleNice Male LeadSecret CrushSuccessful Female LeadUnrequited Love

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Mitarai Yo is a successful professional employed by a shoe company, but her romantic life is in disarray

Recommendation: Twenty Your Life On similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Twenty Your Life On(二十不惑)

2020China
ComedyFirst LoveLifeRomanceSismanceBusinessCity SettingCollege To Working LifeComing Of AgeFemale Centered PlotMother-Daughter RelationshipOffice SettingRoommates' RelationshipWorkplace Setting

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A tale about the anxieties of young adulthood is narrated through the experiences of four college girls on the brink of graduation. Jiang Xiao Guo, lacking in power, beauty, and wealth, has always felt envious of her three roommates. Duan Jia Bao, hailing from a wealthy background, leads a carefree life focused on chasing celebrities and savoring good food. Luo Yanmay struggles with her mother's controlling nature, but takes comfort in knowing her future is secure. Liang Shuang, a driven and attractive senior, demonstrates her adaptability to society. Yet, she soon realizes that everyone faces their own challenges. Duan Jia Bao encounters first love complications when she discovers she and her friend are vying for the same man. Luo Yan uncovers a long-hidden secret about her mother while trying to empathize with her. Meanwhile, Liang Shuang must learn to be mindful of not hurting those who care for her. Over the course of a year, the bond between the four young women strengthens.

Recommendation: Be Melodramatic similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Be Melodramatic(멜로가 체질)

2019South Korea
ComedyHealingLifeRomanceSismanceBadass Female LeadEccentric Female LeadEntertainment IndustryFemale Centered PlotIndependent Female LeadMelodramaMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsSmart Female Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Healing, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Im Jin Joo, Lee Eun Jung, and Hwang Han Joo are close friends in their thirties

Recommendation: Sparkle Love similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Sparkle Love(心动的瞬间)

2020China
ComedyFirst LoveMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSwimmingFantasyFriendshipHeight DifferenceSchool SettingSecondary CoupleSupernatural PowerSwimmer Male LeadUniversityYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Male Chases Female First, Romance, and Swimming themes with a 22% similarity match.

A remarkable young woman encounters a swimming icon despite having no experience in romantic relationships. What will transpire when a single glance causes him to instantly fall for her? Mei Wei Wei possesses a unique charm that can captivate men with just a look, a trait she tries to conceal as she begins college in hopes of blending in. However, her plans are disrupted when Mai Si Chong, everyone's ideal man, is drawn to her. He is a famous swimmer who is outgoing, confident, and sensitive. Despite his lack of experience in romance, he boldly expresses his feelings and pursues her relentlessly. How will their courtship unfold when a sports hero, unfamiliar with matters of the heart, falls deeply in love? (WeTV)

Recommendation: Eulachacha Waikiki Season 2 similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Eulachacha Waikiki Season 2(으라차차 와이키키 2)

2019South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceBaseballBromanceCalm Female LeadDramaHardworking Female LeadHardworking Male LeadMultiple MainsNaive Female LeadPoor Female Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Lee Joon Ki is an underappreciated actor who operates the Waikiki guesthouse

Recommendation: Binary Love similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Binary Love(二进制恋爱)

2022China
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversMale Chases Female FirstRomanceCampus SettingChildhood CrushChildhood Friends RelationshipCollege To Working LifeDramaFlashback To PastFriendshipUnrequited LoveYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Zhou Lin Lin is a student with strengths in certain subjects and weaknesses in others. With the help of Fang Yu Ke, a top student with straight A's, Lin Lin follows a detailed study plan that not only helps her catch up but also secures her a spot at the best university in the country. Once school begins, Zhou Lin Lin finds herself in a complicated situation involving a promising tennis player named Wen Tao and Xie Duan Xi, a close friend of Fang Yu Ke. She also develops a close bond with her dorm mates Zhu Li and Wang Jie. With the support of Xie Duan Xi, Wang Yu, Lao Ding, and others, it seems that Fang Yu Ke's pursuit of love has finally come to a successful conclusion. However, Zhou Lin Lin and Fang Yu Ke face numerous challenges along the way. Despite the obstacles, their love remains unwavering from start to finish.

Recommendation: When You Be Me similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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When You Be Me(反转人生)

2022China
First LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceBody SwapCheerful Male LeadComing Of AgeHigh SchoolNice Male LeadShy Female LeadSlight ComedySupernaturalYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A regular girl experiencing constant bullying and a privileged boy with a cynical attitude come from very different backgrounds. A soul-swapping event helps them understand that they can each live the life the other has always desired.

Recommendation: My Unicorn Girl similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My Unicorn Girl(穿盔甲的少女)

2020China
ComedyMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSlow Burn RomanceSportsCalm Male LeadCross-DressingHidden IdentityIce HockeyLove Hate RelationshipProsopagnosiaUniversityWinter SportYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Male Chases Female First, Romance, Slow Burn Romance, and Sports themes with a 22% similarity match.

Sang Tian, a young figure skater with big dreams, envisions herself studying at the same university as her mother

Recommendation: Leap Day (2020) similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Leap Day (2020)(二月廿九)

2020Hong Kong
ComedyMale Chases Female FirstRomanceSismanceSlow Burn RomanceFamily RelationshipFantasyFriendshipHardworking Male LeadLove TrianglePoor Male LeadSci-FiSnowy SettingTime Travel

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Male Chases Female First, Romance, Sismance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Yeesa, born on February 29, 1992, is a talented artist. One day, she meets two intriguing men on her birthday: a skilled sushi chef and the leader of the Mystery Club. This meeting leads Yeesa to discover her unique gift of fixing past errors through time manipulation. Meanwhile, both men develop feelings for Yeesa, creating a complicated love triangle.

Recommendation: Bokura no Shokutaku similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Bokura no Shokutaku(僕らの食卓)

2023Japan
Friends To LoversHealingLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceAdapted From A MangaBrothers' RelationshipChild Supporting CharacterFamilyFamily RelationshipFoodFound FamilyGay RomanceNice Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Friends To Lovers, Healing, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Eating with others has always been difficult for Yutaka, a hardworking office worker with a knack for cooking. However, his perspective shifts when he meets Minoru and Tane, two brothers from different generations, who request cooking lessons from him. As they bond over shared meals, Yutaka's attitude towards dining with others begins to transform. (animenewsnetwork.com)

Recommendation: Chocolate similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Chocolate(초콜릿)

2019South Korea
First LoveHealingLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceChildhood AcquaintanceCookingDeathHospice CareMedicalMelodramaNice Male LeadSecret CrushTrauma

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features First Love, Healing, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

The tale revolves around a man who pursued a career as a neurosurgeon despite his aspirations of becoming a chef, and a woman who turned to cooking because of him. Lee Kang is a neurosurgeon who once had a passion for culinary arts. In her childhood, Moon Cha Young encountered Lee Kang at a quaint eatery in a coastal town, where he prepared a meal for her, partially motivating her to become a renowned chef. Years later, their paths cross again in a hospice, where they find solace and heal their emotional wounds by cooking for the patients there.

Recommendation: Like Flowers in Sand similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Like Flowers in Sand(모래에도 꽃이 핀다)

2023South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveLifeRomanceSportsComing Of AgeCompetitionDramaFriendshipInvestigationMysteryRivalryWrestlingYoung Adult Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Romance, and Sports themes with a 22% similarity match.

Kim Baek Du is a participant in the traditional Korean wrestling sport of ssireum and is a member of the ssireum team representing the Geosan County Office. Born into a respected ssireum family as the youngest son, Baek Du was once regarded as a prodigious wrestler in the sport. However, he is now contemplating retiring from ssireum altogether. His life takes a new direction when he reconnects with his childhood friend, O YuGyeong, who is now leading the management team for the struggling ssireum team. Alongside them are individuals like Min Hyeon Uk, a newcomer to Geosan County who quickly adapts to his surroundings, and Ju Mi Ran, the enigmatic owner of a local cafe. The team also welcomes a new coach, Kwak Jin Su, and Baek Du's closest friend, Cho Seok Hui, who serves as a police constable.

Recommendation: Miss Korea similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Miss Korea(미스코리아 )

2013South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomance1990sBeauty PageantCompetitionDesperate Male LeadDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadEx-couple RelationshipHidden AgendaIMF Crisis

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

An "ungraceful" young lady employed as an elevator operator in a department store facing layoffs during the devastating financial crisis of 1997 encounters the assertive Mr. Kim, a CEO of a cosmetics company teetering on the edge of insolvency. With everything at stake, they choose to team up and compete in the Miss Korea pageant. (MBC)

Recommendation: Twenty Again similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Twenty Again(두번째 스무살)

2015South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveLifeMale Chases Female FirstRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipChildish Male LeadDramaMean Male LeadSchool SettingSmart Male LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterSuccessful Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Male Chases Female First, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

At 38, Ha No Ra had aspirations of becoming a dancer during her teenage years, but her life took a turn when she met her husband, Kim Woo Chul, at the age of 19. Following the birth of her child, she dedicated herself to her family and set aside her dreams. Determined to be a proud wife to her college professor husband and a supportive mother to her son Min Soo, she aims to pursue higher education and ultimately gains admission to the same university as her son.

Recommendation: Fight for My Way similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Fight for My Way(쌈 마이웨이)

2017South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversRomanceSportsBadass Male LeadBusinessCharacter DevelopmentChildish Male LeadHardworking Male LeadLife LessonNice Male LeadPoor Male LeadSecondary Couple

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Romance, and Sports themes with a 22% similarity match.

Is it possible to pursue your aspirations without the ideal background? Ko Dong Man has always envisioned himself as a celebrated taekwondo athlete, yet he currently holds a position as a contract worker in a dull job. His long-time friend, Choi Ae Ra, dreams of becoming a television news anchor but finds herself working at a department store's information desk instead. Their friends, Kim Ju Man and Baek Seol Hui, have been in a relationship for six years, but they are now confronted with a new challenge to their bond. Can these four friends fulfill their personal ambitions despite having "third-rate" credentials? (Viki)

Recommendation: Because This Is My First Life similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Because This Is My First Life(이번 생은 처음이라)

2017South Korea
ComedyHealingLifeRomanceSismanceCalm Male LeadCohabitationContract RelationshipDramaEccentric Male LeadMarriage Of ConvenienceMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsNerdy Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Healing, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A financially strained man and a homeless woman become roommates in a narrative that explores the concept of marriage and the challenges faced by the younger generation today. Nam Se Hui is a single man in his late 30s who has opted to remain unmarried. He possesses a home, yet he carries a significant mortgage debt. On the other hand, Yun Ji Ho is a single woman in her early 30s who does not own property and feels envious of those who do. Due to her financial difficulties, she has decided to stop dating. Yun Ji Ho moves into Nam Se Hui's house, and they become housemates.

Recommendation: My First First Love Season 2 similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My First First Love Season 2(첫사랑은 처음이라서 2)

2019South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceBromanceCohabitationComing Of AgeEccentric Male LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadEmotionally Strong Male LeadStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

This is a coming-of-age story centered around love, friendships, and aspirations of five college students

Recommendation: A-Teen similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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A-Teen(에이틴)

2018South Korea
ComedyFirst LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceCalm Female LeadHigh SchoolMisunderstandingMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsNice Male LeadSecret CrushWeb SeriesYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, and Romance themes with a 22% 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: Dinner Mate similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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Dinner Mate(저녁 같이 드실래요?)

2020South Korea
ComedyHealingLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceAdapted From A WebtoonAge GapCheatingDramaEx Comes BackFoodHeartbreakLove SquareSmart Male Lead

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, Healing, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A young woman experiencing a difficult breakup with her long-term boyfriend encounters a man who has endured a heart-wrenching first love while on Jeju Island

Recommendation: A Love So Beautiful similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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A Love So Beautiful(致我们单纯的小美好)

2017China
ComedyFirst LoveLifeRomanceSismanceAirhead Female LeadClingy Female LeadCold Man-Warm WomanFemale Chases Male FirstHigh SchoolHigh School To Working LifeLove TriangleMisunderstandingYouth

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features Comedy, First Love, Life, Romance, and Sismance themes with a 22% similarity match.

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

Recommendation: My True Friend similar to Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo
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My True Friend(我的真朋友)

2019China
First LoveFriends To LoversLifeRomanceSlow Burn RomanceBusinessDramaFamilyFilmed AbroadFriendshipLove TriangleLove Hate RelationshipRich Male LeadUnrequited Love

Like Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo, this drama also features First Love, Friends To Lovers, Life, Romance, and Slow Burn Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

Inexperienced in the real estate industry, Cheng Zhen Zhen is a passionate newcomer determined to excel in her career. She starts working at a local real estate firm called Love and Family as a junior agent. Zhen Zhen is partnered with another inexperienced agent, Shao Peng Cheng. Despite being the president's only child, Peng Cheng keeps his true identity hidden in order to prove himself within the company. Together, Zhen Zhen and Peng Cheng embark on a journey to achieve their goals in the real estate world. As they delve into the complexities of buying and selling homes, they discover the personal nature of the industry. Through experiencing the highs and lows of their clients' lives, as well as facing their own challenges, Zhen Zhen and Peng Cheng learn important lessons about life, love, and the pursuit of dreams.