What the Hell Is Love - Asian drama recommendation
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What the Hell Is Love(地獄里長)

2023Taiwan
ActionDeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationLawyer Female LeadLawyer Male LeadMultiple MainsMysteryReligionSlight ComedySupernatural

Luo Yi Fan is the passionate village chief who encounters ghosts every day at 5:20 PM, while Zhao Nuan is a new lawyer who trusts in the legal system to promote fairness and justice. Their paths cross with the charming and romantic elite lawyer Wen Wei Ren, leading to a series of unexpected cases. As the clash between "Faith in God" and "Law" unfolds, a variety of strange and unresolved cases await resolution. The hidden secret among the trio slowly comes to light.

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Recommendation: Police Station No. 7 similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Police Station No. 7(七號差館)

2002Hong Kong
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalDrama

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 38% similarity match.

In this 1970s supernatural thriller, Wang Jian, a police officer, stumbles upon the ghost of his neighbor, Huang Yinggu, who has been trapped in a braid inside the police station for over a decade. As Yinggu slowly unravels her tragic story to Jian, it is revealed that she was wrongly convicted of a crime she did not commit. Her nephew, Ye Jiasheng, was the true culprit who framed her to cover his tracks. Despite her efforts to break ties with Jiasheng's son, Ye Zuguang, who is involved in criminal activities, tragedy strikes again when Zuguang commits a heinous act and tries to pin it on Yinggu's daughter, Sun Minghua. With Jian now a police inspector, he works tirelessly to uncover the truth and bring justice to the innocent victims. However, Jiasheng, a cunning senior police inspector, uses deceitful tactics to protect his son, even resorting to framing innocent individuals and tampering with evidence. In a dramatic confrontation, Yinggu's ghost confronts Jiasheng, who remains unrepentant until his eventual demise from cancer. Justice ultimately prevails as new evidence surfaces, leading to Zuguang's confession and conviction. As the story unfolds, a subplot emerges involving Jian's wife, Baoyan, accepting bribes on his behalf, leading to her decision to come clean and face the consequences. The series concludes with Baoyan's release from prison and a heartwarming reunion with Jian and their family.

Recommendation: Ghost Cleansing Ltd similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Ghost Cleansing Ltd(凶宅清潔師)

2021Hong Kong
GhostInvestigationMultiple MainsMysterySupernaturalHorrorSuspense

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 36% similarity match.

Chiu and his closest companion, Hung, attempt to communicate with a saucer spirit to seek answers about an upcoming test. However, they are interrupted midway and are unable to complete the process. They make another attempt at Chiu's house, but encounter supernatural occurrences that result in the tragic death of Chiu's parents. Years later, Chiu, who has been studying exorcism under a mentor since the incident, reunites with Hung. Hung has been struggling with severe PTSD for the past eighteen years. As Chiu helps his friend cope with his condition, they realize that the supernatural events from the past may not have been resolved.

Recommendation: Cheo Yong Season 2 similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Cheo Yong Season 2(처용2)

2015South Korea
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalDetective FictionDetective Male LeadDramaGhost Female LeadMiniseriesMurder

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 33% similarity match.

Detective Cheo Yong utilizes his talent for communicating with spirits to crack cases.

Recommendation: The Fearless similar to What the Hell Is Love
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The Fearless(靈異街11號)

2019Taiwan
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalMurderParanormalSlight RomanceSuspenseThrillerWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 33% similarity match.

After a former criminal was unexpectedly granted the ability to see spirits, his life took a dramatic turn. Spirits sought his assistance one by one, beginning with the deceased. What messages were they trying to convey to him?

Recommendation: A Pillow Case of Mystery Season 2 similar to What the Hell Is Love
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A Pillow Case of Mystery Season 2(施公奇案II)

2010Hong Kong
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalConcubinageHaremHistoricalSpirit

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 31% similarity match.

Taking place during the early 1800s Qing dynasty, one year following the events of the previous installment, Sze Sai Lun encounters a fresh pillow spirit who persuades him to take on the role of the new magistrate for Sin-yau County.

Recommendation: Kowai Nichiyoubi: 2000 similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Kowai Nichiyoubi: 2000(怖い日曜日〜2000〜)

2000Japan
GhostInvestigationMysterySupernaturalYouth

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 31% similarity match.

The last installment of a series of brief ghost tales featured and led by Johnny's Jr. was titled "Kowai Nichiyoubi ~2000~ (Scary Sunday ~2000~)." This series had four individuals serving as "navigators" who presented the episodes: Akanishi Jin, Hasegawa Jun, Nagatani (formerly of Johnnys), and Hagewara Yukito.

Recommendation: Kamen Rider Ghost similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Kamen Rider Ghost(仮面ライダーゴースト)

2015Japan
ActionDeathGhostInvestigationMysterySupernaturalDramaFamilyNice Male LeadSci-FiSuperhero Male LeadSuperhero Supporting CharacterTokusatsuYouth

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Ghost, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 30% similarity match.

In this chapter of the long-standing Kamen Rider series by Toei Company, Takeru Tenkuji, a young resident of a small shrine, is slain by a creature from a parallel world on his 18th birthday and is reborn as Kamen Rider Ghost. His mission is to gather 15 Heroic Eyecons in order to resurrect himself with their combined power. As Takeru faces beings from other dimensions and learns that his childhood friend Makoto is also in search of Eyecons to revive his sister, he realizes that the journey through the afterlife is more intricate than he initially anticipated.

Recommendation: Ju-on: Noroi no Ie similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Ju-on: Noroi no Ie(呪怨:呪いの家)

2020Japan
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalCurseGhost-seeing Female LeadGoreHorrorMurderSupernatural PhenomenaSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 30% similarity match.

In a new paranormal investigation, a connection is discovered between a string of frightening incidents spanning from 1958 to 1997, all originating from the identical residence

Recommendation: Sometimes When We Touch similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Sometimes When We Touch(超感應學園)

2021Taiwan
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalComedyCyberbullyingFriendshipHealingRomanceSchool ClubSlight HorrorUnderworld

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 30% similarity match.

College student Stone has had a fascination with the paranormal since he was a child. In an attempt to persuade his crush to join the little-known "Supernatural Sensing Society," he devises a plan to carry out a daring rescue mission. Unfortunately, the situation takes a tragic turn, resulting in Stone sacrificing his life to save his crush from drowning. Upon his death, Stone encounters Lou, a guide from the Underworld who mistakenly captures his spirit but ultimately brings him back to life. Together, they find themselves in the Dream Pavilion, where they must assist lost souls or face eternal imprisonment in the Underworld. (kdramadiary) Co-production with Hong Kong.

Recommendation: Delivery Man similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Delivery Man(딜리버리맨)

2023South Korea
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAmnesiaComedyDeath Of A MotherGhost Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManRomanceTaxi Driver Male LeadTaxi Setting

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 30% similarity match.

Seo Young Min works as a taxi driver who unexpectedly starts picking up ghostly passengers. He soon becomes the go-to driver for these supernatural beings, fulfilling their wishes. One day, Kang Ji Hyun enters Seo Young Min's taxi, but there's a twist - she has amnesia and cannot leave the vehicle. Taking on the role of the taxi's sales manager, Kang Ji Hyun teams up with Seo Young Min to help various ghosts fulfill their desires, including tracking down a serial killer. With the support of Do Kyu Jin, a dedicated ER doctor, they work together to prevent sinister events at the hospital.

Recommendation: Damned Files Season 3 similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Damned Files Season 3(ダムド・ファイル シーズンIII)

2004Japan
GhostInvestigationMultiple MainsMysterySupernaturalAnthologyHorrorMiniseriesParanormalSuspense

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 29% similarity match.

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural incidents

Recommendation: Ignite: Ho no Muhomono similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Ignite: Ho no Muhomono(イグナイト -法の無法者-)

2025Japan
ActionDeathInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMysteryDeath Of A FatherDetective Supporting CharacterHidden PastLawLawyer Supporting Character

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Lawyer Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

Uzaki Ryo is an inexperienced attorney characterized by his impulsive nature and strong sense of justice. Following the tragic loss of his father in an accident five years prior, Uzaki left his position as a corporate worker to chase his dream of becoming a lawyer. After much hard work, he finally passed the bar exam, yet he faced rejection from every law firm he interviewed with, resulting in him taking on part-time jobs. Just when he thought his fortunes were about to shift, he was unexpectedly hired by "Peace Law Firm." He saw this as his opportunity to establish himself as a competent lawyer; however, "Peace Law Firm" turned out to be a hub for unconventional lawyers who actively sought out disputes and instigated lawsuits among the public.

Recommendation: Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi Season 2 (2008) similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi Season 2 (2008)(7人の女弁護士 第2シリーズ)

2008Japan
InvestigationLawyer Female LeadMultiple MainsMysteryFemale Centered PlotLaw

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Investigation, Lawyer Female Lead, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

A group of seven female attorneys operate a legal practice together, primarily focusing on representing women clients

Recommendation: Seven Sisters similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Seven Sisters(七姊妹)

2001Hong Kong
GhostInvestigationMysterySupernaturalDramaRomance

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 29% similarity match.

Tse Chi Tong used to be the next in line to inherit a medicinal oil business that shut down over a decade ago. Presently, he is fully committed to his job as a postal worker, residing with his younger sibling Mei Ling and the faithful servant of his deceased father, Chan Tung. Tong's tranquil routine takes an unexpected turn when he encounters the ghost of a woman named Mak Chau Kuen, who shares her heartbreaking love story with him and implores him to fulfill a specific task. Determined to assist her, Tong joins forces with the spirited wealthy young lady Wong Yuk Cham on a mission to locate a missing letter from Kuen's lover, Miu Lin Sin, dating back 12 years.

Recommendation: Flying Tiger similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Flying Tiger(飛虎之潛行極戰)

2018Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryRevengeSlight Romance

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

When he was younger, Ko Yat Tai took on a task to infiltrate the triads as an undercover agent. The daughter of the triad leader, Lou Man Na, fell in love with him at first sight. Despite Ko Yat Tai's feelings for Lee Ying Lan, he pretended to be in a relationship with Lou Man Na to crack the case. This led to his rapid advancement within the triad. During a clash between triads, Ko Yat Tai took down Lou Man Na's enemies, but her fate remained uncertain. Nip Yu Hong, Ko Yat Tai's close friend, was aware of his involvement with Lou Man Na and their son Ko Ka Long. Ko Yat Tai brought Ko Ka Long home, while Lee Ying Lan gave birth to Ko Ka Chu. Ko Ka Long did not receive fatherly affection due to the circumstances, and Ko Ka Chu faced many challenges without being pampered by Ko Yat Tai. The half-brothers harbored grudges as they grew up, each forming a mentor-like relationship with Nip Yu Hong. As Ko Yat Tai, now a Superintendent, prepared for a prestigious ceremony, he unknowingly became entangled in a revenge plan that had been brewing for thirty years.

Recommendation: Reiwa Suspense Gekijo: Bengoshi Rokkaku Shinpei similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Reiwa Suspense Gekijo: Bengoshi Rokkaku Shinpei(令和サスペンス劇場 弁護士 六角心平)

2025Japan
DeathInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMysteryDetective Supporting CharacterMurder

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Lawyer Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 29% similarity match.

After escaping to Kyoto like a recluse following the loss of his job and marriage, a man rediscovers his purpose as a lawyer through an unexpected encounter and takes on a challenging case! The enigmatic death of a brilliant puppeteer, his ties to a group of semi-criminals due to significant debt, and a new case that complicates the police investigation unfold. What does it mean to live? What constitutes family? Through these challenges, the journey of one man's renewal begins here.

Recommendation: The Ferryman: Legends of Nanyang similar to What the Hell Is Love
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The Ferryman: Legends of Nanyang(灵魂摆渡之南洋传说)

2021China
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical FictionHorrorSupernatural PowerSuspense

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 28% similarity match.

The play revolves around Xia Dong Qing and Zhao Li, who acts as a soul ferryman, assisting lingering souls who have unfinished business in the mortal realm. Despite appearing inconspicuous, Xia Dong Qing harbors a mysterious ability - his special eyes, known as Yin and Yang Eyes, allow him to perceive beings from the spirit world and interact with them. This unique gift brings about various challenges for Xia Dong Qing.

Recommendation: Manpuku Shoujo Dragonet similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Manpuku Shoujo Dragonet(満福少女ドラゴネット)

2010Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalDragonFantasySupernatural Power

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Maya, Mei, and Ryuna Shino are investigators employed at the detective agency owned by their aunt, Tokuko Shijo. In addition to their detective work, the girls assist their parents at a Chinese eatery. Unbeknownst to many, they are all members of the dragon lineage and have the ability to morph into dragon warriors known as Dragonet. Their primary objective is to resolve issues instigated by the malevolent tiger tribe.

Recommendation: Death Note NEW GENERATION similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Death Note NEW GENERATION(デスノート NEW GENERATION)

2016Japan
ActionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAdapted From A MangaMiniseriesPsychological

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 27% similarity match.

Three separate tales follow the investigator Mishima, known as the Death Note enthusiast, as he delves into a case involving a former criminal's sudden death from a stroke, ultimately uncovering the truth. In another story, Ryuzaki, a renowned international detective who has successfully cracked numerous challenging cases, decides to lend his expertise to a Death Note case that he had previously turned down multiple times. Lastly, Shien, a cyber terrorist who turned to idolizing Kira after overcoming the trauma of being the sole survivor of his family's brutal murder, embarks on his first attempt to utilize the power of the Death Note.

Recommendation: Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi (2006) similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Shichinin no Onna Bengoshi (2006)(7人の女弁護士)

2006Japan
InvestigationLawyer Female LeadMultiple MainsMysteryFemale Centered PlotLawMiniseries

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Investigation, Lawyer Female Lead, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 27% similarity match.

New version: Todo Maki, a new attorney, becomes a part of a law firm led by seven female lawyers dedicated to assisting female victims of crime. Excited to start her work, Todo realizes there is a lot for her to grasp about the legal profession when her supervisor, Sugimura Misako, gives her a case. With the help of her six seasoned colleagues, she learns the true essence of being a lawyer.

Recommendation: Candle in the Tomb: The Lost Caverns similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Candle in the Tomb: The Lost Caverns(龙岭迷窟)

2020China
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalNovel AdaptationAdventureEmotionally Strong Female LeadHorrorSuspenseTomb RaidingTreasure Hunting

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 26% similarity match.

Hu Ba Yi, Shirley Yang, and Wang Pang Zi embark on an expedition to explore a cryptic tomb located in the Shaanxi region. Meanwhile, Shirley Yang sets out to investigate strange markings on fossil fragments at the Longling Maze Grottos. During her journey, she encounters Hu Ba Yi and Wang Pang Zi, who have recently fled from an ancient city. The three of them join forces to embark on another adventure of tomb exploration.

Recommendation: BORDER similar to What the Hell Is Love
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BORDER(BORDER 警視庁捜査一課殺人犯捜査第4係)

2014Japan
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalCalm Male LeadDetective Male LeadMiniseriesPsychologicalSmart Male LeadSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 26% similarity match.

Detective Ango Ishikawa is known for his intelligence and sharp observational skills. He maintains excellent physical fitness and possesses a strong drive for success. Ango prioritizes his work above all else, with little presence of a personal life. Following a gunshot wound to the head at a crime scene, Ango teeters on the edge of life and death. From that point on, Ango gains the ability to communicate with and see the deceased.

Recommendation: Ghost Catcher: Legend of Beauty similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Ghost Catcher: Legend of Beauty(天师钟馗)

2010China
GhostInvestigationMysterySupernaturalFantasyHistoricalHistorical FictionTang Dynasty

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Death Notify: The Darker similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Death Notify: The Darker(暗黑者)

2014China
ActionInvestigationMultiple MainsMysterySlight ComedyAttempted SuicideChild TraffickingFlashback To PastMulti Part StorySerial KillingsSlight HorrorThrillerWrongfully Accused

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Slight Comedy themes with a 25% similarity match.

A string of consecutive murders was revealed, causing a commotion within the community

Recommendation: Ferryman similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Ferryman(灵魂摆渡)

2014China
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAdventureFantasyFriendshipHorrorRomanceSexual ContentSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Xia Dong Qing, a seemingly invisible individual, possesses a unique ability to perceive the existence of otherworldly beings. Raised in an orphanage, he recently completed his university studies and is now focused on preparing for a postgraduate entrance exam and seeking employment. In the midst of his endeavors, Dong Qing lands a job at 444 Convenience Store. Rumored to be haunted after midnight, the store actually serves as a portal connecting two distinct dimensions in space. (iQiyi)

Recommendation: Secret Filial Treasure similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Secret Filial Treasure(绝密孝金)

2018China
ActionInvestigationMysterySlight ComedyAdventureChinese Republican EraHistoricalHistorical Fiction

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Slight Comedy themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Drug Hunter similar to What the Hell Is Love
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The Drug Hunter(猎毒人)

2018China
ActionDeathInvestigationMysteryCrimeEngineer Male LeadGangMurder

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

The plot follows an engineer who finds inspiration from his family as he delves into a major criminal organization in the Golden Triangle. Lu Yun Peng, a highly intelligent college professor, is driven by the tragic death of his police officer brother and the targeting of his nephew by a drug syndicate. Seeking vengeance, Yun Peng embarks on his own scheme, despite the objections of his brother's colleague, Jiang Ya Nan. Yun Peng encounters a drug dealer named Yin Ta and comes up with a plan to earn his trust. This strategy proves successful as Yin Ta is linked to a powerful drug lord, allowing Yun Peng to enter the Golden Triangle. Simultaneously, Jiang Ya Nan is assigned a mission to take down the criminal network.

Recommendation: The Thunder similar to What the Hell Is Love
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The Thunder(破冰行动)

2019China
ActionInvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryCrimeNurse Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadPolice Procedural

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

A tale of a father and son from different generations of law enforcement officers risking their lives in the battle against drug trafficking. Hong Kong drug dealer Liu Hao Yu collaborates with Lin Yao Dong from Guangdong to establish a secret drug production facility in a province in China. During a mission, anti-drug officer Li Fei accidentally uncovers the truth about the illegal operation. Despite facing obstacles from influential figures protecting the drug ring, Li Fei and his partner, Song Yang, initiate a thorough investigation. At the same time, Li Fei's father, Li Wei Min, leads a separate operation as the head of the anti-drug unit in an attempt to dismantle the criminal organization.

Recommendation: Missing: The Other Side similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Missing: The Other Side(미씽: 그들이 있었다)

2020South Korea
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadMysterySupernaturalAfterlifeBromanceOrphan Male LeadRighteous Male LeadSmart Female LeadSpiritTeamworkThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

In Duon Village, a place where the spirits of the deceased who have gone missing linger, Kim Wook, a con artist, accidentally finds himself in the village and becomes involved in a quest to reveal the truth behind their vanishings

Recommendation: Flying Tiger Season 2 similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Flying Tiger Season 2(飛虎之雷霆極戰)

2019Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMultiple MainsMysteryAdventureDramaSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 25% similarity match.

A mysterious group is responsible for a string of crimes in Hong Kong, China, posing a threat to the safety of the city and its residents. In response, a specialized team called A Team is assembled by Lo Ga Sing, who leads the Flying Tiger unit, and consists of top officers from the police force. The team includes Wong Gwok Dong as the head of operations, Jyung Men Long as the head of investigation, Ding Hou Jin and Mou Yat Man as intelligence officers, and Jiu Ga Nan as the head of forensics. Their mission is to completely dismantle the criminal conspiracy and ensure the city's security. This storyline does not share any character connections with the previous installment.

Recommendation: Ratman to the Rescue similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Ratman to the Rescue(過街英雄)

2019Hong Kong
ActionInvestigationMysterySupernaturalComedyJournalist Male LeadPolice Officer Female LeadSupernatural Power

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Entertainment journalist Tong Leung Sing recently lost his left ear in a car accident but gained mysterious rat abilities after a transplant surgery. He is known for spreading false news for personal gain. His conflict with honest policewoman Sung Hoi Yan leads to both of them losing their jobs. Hoi Yan, with the help of her uncle Ming Kwan Ngai, becomes a private detective. Leung Sing is reluctantly drawn into assisting Hoi Yan in her investigations, especially after she catches him misusing his mystical powers to spy on goddess Ming Cheuk Kei. Tong Mei Fun, a gold digger, is mistreated by wealthy heir Tsui Tsun Wai, leading to a falling out between them. Mei Fun eventually forgives Tsun Wai and offers her support when he faces challenges. Leung Sing becomes increasingly cocky as he relies on his mystical powers to solve cases. Meanwhile, Hoi Yan uncovers the true nature of Kwan Ngai. Leung Sing risks losing his powers and transforming into a rat as he aids Hoi Yan.

Recommendation: Used Good similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Used Good(異搜店)

2021Hong Kong
DeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalDeath Of A FatherSupernatural PowerSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Returning to Wai Tak Shun's early years, he is left heartbroken by the passing of his father, Wai King Yan. This loss leads to mood swings and a disinterest in everything, causing Tak Shun to even forget about his father completely. To protect Tak Shun, his mother Tse Mei Sheung and uncle Tse Tim Sing avoid discussing King Yan's death. Fate brings Tak Shun together with Fung Cho Yee, the daughter of a local thrift store owner. Cho Yee notices Tak Shun's ability to sense the histories of old objects. Together, Tak Shun and Cho Yee help others confront their fears by revealing hidden stories through peculiar items in the store. Following the guidance of an old object, Tak Shun eventually uncovers the truth about his father's death, forcing him to confront the pain of the past once again.

Recommendation: Damned Files similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Damned Files(ダムド・ファイル シーズン I)

2003Japan
GhostInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAnthologyHorrorParanormalSuspense

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

A collection of tales inspired by regional ghost stories and supernatural occurrences

Recommendation: Tenma-san ga Yuku similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Tenma-san ga Yuku(天魔さんがゆく)

2013Japan
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalComedyExorcismFather-Son RelationshipHorrorMiniseriesParodySuspenseWeak Male Lead

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Domoto Tsuyoshi stars as Tenma, a character who has the gift of communicating with spirits but is hesitant to use it. Despite his reluctance, he is appointed as the president of a company specializing in exorcisms. Joining him on his supernatural missions are Kawaguchi Haruna and Minagawa Sarutoki. In the neighborhood, Serina portrays an elderly woman who constantly pursues Tenma, while Sato Jiro appears as Tenma's deceased father who communicates with him in his dreams.

Recommendation: Higurashi no Naku Koro ni similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Higurashi no Naku Koro ni(ひぐらしのなく頃に)

2016Japan
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAdapted From A GameFriendshipHorrorMiniseriesMurderPsychologicalSuspenseViolence

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Keiichi Maebara relocates to the peaceful village of Hinamizawa in the summer of 1983 and quickly forms friendships with Rena Ryuuguu, Mion Sonozaki, Satoko Houjou, and Rika Furude. However, as the annual festival draws near, he stumbles upon a series of murders and disappearances connected to the village's deity, Oyashiro. His companions maintain a mysterious silence, heightening his sense of unease. As strange occurrences escalate, Keiichi begins to doubt their loyalty, delving into the enigmas of Higurashi When They Cry, a narrative spanning multiple storylines.

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Ghost VRos(고스트브로스)

2019South Korea
DeathGhostGhost-seeing Male LeadMysterySupernaturalComedyEntertainment IndustryMiniseriesMurderNice Male LeadShort Length SeriesVirtual RealityWeb Series

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Ghost Vros narrates the tale of a new venture that utilizes virtual reality technology to rid spaces of spirits. The team at Ghost Vros seeks out apparitions using VR tools and offers guidance to restless spirits through therapeutic sessions.

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Cheo Yong(처용)

2014South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAttempted MurderAttempted SuicideDramaInchoate CrimeMurderRevengeSlight RomanceSpirit Possession

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yun Cheo Yong has possessed the ability to see spirits since he was born. Previously the top officer in the violent crimes division, he experienced a traumatic event seven years ago that resulted in the loss of both his family and his partner, prompting him to leave his position. Currently, he serves as a district police officer, but he lacks any desire or motivation to connect with others; feeling “starved for love,” he lives in complete solitude. One day, he unexpectedly responds to the ghost of a high school girl, leading to a series of complications. The series follows Cheo Yong as he teams up with his female detective partner and the ghostly girl to unravel intriguing mysteries.

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Alive(그 애가 살아있다)

2019South Korea
DeathGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalHorrorMiniseriesRevengeShort Length SeriesSuspenseViolenceWeb SeriesWorkplace Setting

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

The narrative follows a main character who becomes part of a team amidst elite rivals while employed at a notorious counseling center. The unsettling truths concealed within a call center, filled with bizarre occurrences like the foul language of impolite clients and the antics of fresh coworkers, are anticipated to deliver a chilling yet entertaining experience. Notably, this digital content falls within the horror genre. The newly appointed Cho Seung Hyun has been confirmed as the employee who will spearhead the content creation.

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xxxHolic(CLAMPドラマ ホリック xxxHOLiC)

2013Japan
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAdapted From A MangaAge GapAge GapDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipPsychologicalSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

High school student Watanuki Kimihiro possesses the unique ability to perceive spirits and monsters, though he is constantly tormented by them. After yet another encounter with malevolent apparitions on his way home, he stumbles upon a peculiar shop. Inside, he meets Ichihara Yuko, the enigmatic proprietor who offers to fulfill Watanuki's desire to be free of the spirits. However, the exchange requires Watanuki to work temporarily in her shop, where wishes are granted, in return. This marks the beginning of his journey into a realm filled with supernatural phenomena.

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Who Are You?(누구세요?)

2008South Korea
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalAge GapAge GapCharacter DevelopmentComedyFather-Daughter RelationshipOlder Man-Younger WomanOpposites AttractRomanceSpirit Possession

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 25% similarity match.

Cha Seung Hyo is a child who was abandoned and later adopted in the United States, ultimately becoming a person with a cold demeanor. Son Il Gun, a deceased father, left his relationship with his daughter unresolved. To ensure his daughter is taken care of, he inhabits Seung Hyo's body for three hours each day over a period of 49 days. Using Seung Hyo's resources, he buys gifts for his daughter that he was unable to provide during his lifetime. His daughter, Young In, is a hot-headed young woman who encounters Seung Hyo while working part-time. Initially, she has a negative impression of him, but as time passes, she begins to develop feelings for the isolated Seung Hyo, who struggles to connect with others due to his painful past.

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The Silent Criminal(双夭记)

2020China
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalBromanceComedyCrime Solving DuoFriendshipInvestigator Male LeadOrphan Male LeadSmart Male LeadWeb SeriesWuxia

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

In a peaceful village, robbers try to steal a powerful weapon but discover the container is empty and are suddenly killed. Long Yao, a brave fighter, goes incognito to discover what happened to the weapon and encounters Shi Jing Yao, a local detective whom he distrusts at first but later teams up with. At the same time, outlaw Li Huang Wu seeks retribution for her father, while Zhao Ge, a formidable sorceress, seeks her own version of justice.

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Rise of the Descendants(神裔觉醒)

2022China
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalChinese MythologyDemonDragonFantasyMurderSci-FiSupernatural PowerWeb SeriesYouth

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

In this online series, a narrative unfolds where humanity has transitioned into a high-tech era after millennia of growth and reproduction. The Internet and technological advancements have enhanced lives in numerous ways. As electronic particles saturate the air, they awaken supernatural abilities in some individuals. This sets the stage for a battle between good and evil in a diverse world filled with ambitious young people chasing their dreams. (Q1Q2 Chinese Drama Channel)

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Young Blood Season 2(大宋少年志2)

2023China
ActionInvestigationMultiple MainsMysterySlight ComedyCrimeEspionageFriendshipHistoricalHistorical FictionNorthern Song DynastyTeamworkWarWestern Xia

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In the era of Qingli, a group of young spies was being trained to ensure harmony and order among different ethnic communities in the Northern Song Dynasty. The team consists of six members: Yuan Zhong Xin, known for his intelligence; Zhao Jian, valued for her beauty and sharpness; Xiao Jing, who avoids taking lives; Wang Kuan, renowned for his honesty; Xue Ying, a reserved individual; and Wei Ya Nei, known for his cheerful demeanor. (ChineseDrama.info) - Available in two versions: 30 episodes (TV) || 27 episodes (Online)

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Legal Mavericks 2020(踩過界II)

2020Hong Kong
InvestigationLawyer Female LeadLawyer Male LeadMultiple MainsMysteryBlind Male LeadBlindnessCrimeDisabilityInvestigator Male LeadLawPolice Department SettingSmart Male LeadThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Investigation, Lawyer Female Lead, Lawyer Male Lead, Multiple Mains, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

Blind lawyer Man Sun Hop, known as Perception Man, possesses an exceptional intuition. He joins forces with a female legal assistant, Chiu Ching Mui, and a private detective, Kut Yat Ha, to fight for justice for the disadvantaged. They are willing to explore unconventional methods. Barrister Siu Mei Na attempts to get closer to Sun Hop, leading to a courtroom showdown between the two. Mei Na receives support from her mentor, Kan Siu Wan, who had previously mentored Sun Hop until their relationship soured due to a murder case. Sun Hop introduces new evidence for the defendant's appeal, sparking a clash with Siu Wan and setting off a series of confrontations. Mei Na's involvement brings about subtle shifts in the dynamics among Sun Hop, Ching Mui, and Yat Ha, who are known as the "iron triangle."

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Vampire Prosecutor Season 2(뱀파이어 검사 2)

2012South Korea
ActionDeathInvestigationMysterySupernaturalClairvoyanceClairvoyant Male LeadDramaGraphic ViolenceMurderPolice ProceduralProsecutor Male LeadSupernatural PowerVampire Fiction

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Min Tae Yeon has returned as the head of a newly established division dedicated to probing unsolved homicide cases. Only Detective Hwang Soon Bum is aware that seven years prior, Tae Yeon was bitten and gained vampire abilities. Together, they tackle challenging murder investigations, with Tae Yeon utilizing his unique “powers” to uncover clues in cases that appear impossible to crack. However, there is one mystery he cannot unravel: who was the vampire/serial killer that transformed him seven years ago? Additionally, what will occur when Jung In begins to doubt Tae Yeon’s “questionable” methods in solving these cases?

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Hellbound(지옥)

2021South Korea
DeathInvestigationMysteryReligionSupernaturalAdapted From A WebtoonCultDark FantasyDramaHorrorPropagandaSupernatural PhenomenaSuspenseTime Skip

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A tale involving supernatural creatures that suddenly arrive to deliver a proclamation and send people to hell

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From Now On, Showtime!(지금부터, 쇼타임!)

2022South Korea
GhostGhost-seeing Male LeadInvestigationMysterySupernaturalCharacter DevelopmentComedyEnemies To LoversFantasyGhost Supporting CharacterMagician Male LeadPolice Officer Female LeadRomanceSlow Burn Romance

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Ghost, Ghost-seeing Male Lead, Investigation, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

Cha Cha Ung is a well-known stage and TV magician known for his sarcastic humor and love for performing spectacular tricks. What most people don't realize is that he has a group of mysterious assistants - ghosts. Despite their supernatural nature, Cha Cha Ung sees them as his team and they see him as their leader. When he encounters Ko Seul Hae, a passionate young police officer investigating an incident related to his magic show, he initially tries to dismiss her. However, she recognizes the potential of his unique skills in fighting crime and convinces him to join forces with the police. Together, they use his ghostly helpers to thwart evil criminals. As they work together in this unconventional partnership, could a romantic connection also blossom between them?

Recommendation: Grid similar to What the Hell Is Love
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Grid(그리드)

2022South Korea
ActionDeathMultiple MainsMysterySupernaturalApocalypseDetective Female LeadDetective FictionDisasterSci-FiSuspenseTeam Leader Supporting CharacterThrillerTime Travel

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The planet Earth has withstood dangerous solar winds thanks to the protection of the Grid, a shield for planetary defense. A Bureau worker named Kim Sae Ha comes across a killer, leading to detective Jung Sae Byeok being tasked with capturing the criminal. During the chase, Jung Sae Byeok witnesses a shocking event: the creator of the Grid, who had been missing for 24 years, suddenly reappears as a ghost from the past. As she questions why the creator is aiding the fugitive, a thrilling investigation unfolds to uncover the mysterious truth behind humanity's salvation from an apocalypse.

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Light Shop(조명가게)

2024South Korea
DeathGhostMultiple MainsMysterySupernaturalAdapted From A WebtoonAfterlifeComaHorrorHumanismMiniseriesNurse Female LeadSuspenseThriller

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Death, Ghost, Multiple Mains, Mystery, and Supernatural themes with a 24% similarity match.

The plot revolves around a collection of individuals struggling to come to terms with a traumatic event in their history. While going about their daily routines, they are inexplicably drawn to a peculiar light shop situated at the far end of a suspicious alley. The shop is overseen by a wary proprietor who holds the potential to unlock the mysteries of the strangers' past, present, and future. (Wikipedia) Based on the webtoon "Shop of the Lamp" ( ) by Kang Full ( ).

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Danger Zone: The Dark Night(逆局 第一季)

2021Taiwan
ActionDeathInvestigationLawyer Male LeadMysteryNovel AdaptationDismembermentDramaMurderPrisoner Male LeadSerial KillingsSuspenseThrillerWrongfully Accused

Like What the Hell Is Love, this drama also features Action, Death, Investigation, Lawyer Male Lead, and Mystery themes with a 24% similarity match.

An unsolvable serial murder case is being investigated, where there is no suspect in sight