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Whatever It Takes(天子尋龍)

2003Hong Kong
Adopted Male LeadBrothers' RelationshipComedyConspiracyEmperor Wu ZetianFamily RelationshipFantasyHidden IdentityHidden PastImmortal Female LeadRomanceSassy Female LeadWuxiaXianxia

In the Celestial Palace, the Jade Emperor discovers a demon causing chaos and the Dragon Sphere, entrusted to the Tong to manage demons, had become dusty. He assigns the fairy Bik Yiu to descend to the earthly realm and cleanse the Dragon Sphere. Unexpectedly, Bik Yiu is pulled into the Dragon Sphere, leading to Mou Jak Tin taking over as Emperor. The Jade Emperor then instructs Bik Yiu to locate the rightful Crown Prince and assist in reviving the Tong Empire. Meanwhile, Lung Gei matures into an adult under his foster mother's care. He coincidentally encounters his birth mother and obtains the Dragon Sphere. Bik Yiu escapes from the sphere and believes Lung Gei is linked to the individual she seeks. She requests his help in finding the true Son of Heaven.

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Recommendation: Ever Night similar to Whatever It Takes
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Ever Night(将夜)

2018China
FantasyHidden IdentityHidden PastRomanceWuxiaXianxiaNovel AdaptationDramaFantasy WorldMartial ArtsMaster-Servant RelationshipNice Female LeadRevengeSlow Burn Romance

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Hidden Past, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

Following the brutal massacre of his family by a merciless general, young Ning Que survives in the wilderness, sharpening his intellect and combat abilities. He saves a baby girl from a heap of bodies, giving her the name Sang Sang, and the two form an unbreakable bond. Ning Que enlists in the military and later accompanies Princess Li Yu to the capital, where he stumbles upon the secretive Upper Storey school, setting off a chain of remarkable escapades. As sinister forces draw near, Ning Que must confront his enigmatic heritage and challenge destiny to safeguard Sang Sang and seek retribution.

Recommendation: My Heart similar to Whatever It Takes
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My Heart(卿卿我心)

2021China
ComedyConspiracyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaBirth SecretCultivationFantasy WorldNaive Female LeadPrinceRoyaltyStrong Male LeadSupernatural

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Conspiracy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

In a make-believe realm where individuals possess spiritual abilities, Lu Qing Qing stands out as the only one struggling to unlock her powers. This changes when she crosses paths with Nangong Yi Xin, a conceited yet kind-hearted prince known for his wisdom.

Recommendation: My Queen similar to Whatever It Takes
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My Queen(我的女主别太萌)

2021China
ComedyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaAdventureArranged MarriageCross-DressingCrossworlds TravelerGame WorldNarcissistic Male LeadRoyaltyWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

Jiang Xiao Meng, an aspiring office assistant longing for her ideal partner, has always struggled in the romance department

Recommendation: Stick to the Script! similar to Whatever It Takes
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Stick to the Script!(师兄,请按剧本来)

2021China
ComedyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaManhua AdaptationCrossworlds TravelerFictional WorldHistoricalLove TriangleShort Length SeriesSinger Female LeadWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

Wang Xiao Yu, a second-year student majoring in vocal arts, finds himself unexpectedly immersed in the world of television dramas

Recommendation: Back from the Brink similar to Whatever It Takes
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Back from the Brink(护心)

2023China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceSassy Female LeadWuxiaXianxiaAdventureBetrayalBickering Mains' RelationshipDemonDragon Male LeadDramaInterspecies RomanceSmart Male Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

After being betrayed and torn apart by his former lover, the ancient dragon Tian Yao is reincarnated and sets out to recover his missing body parts. He crosses paths with Yan Hui, who unknowingly possesses his heart protection scale, the crucial element for breaking a seal. Utilizing her help to retrieve his stolen bones, Tian Yao plots his vengeance, while Yan Hui tries to flee without success. Throughout their journey together, their connection strengthens, and Yan Hui uncovers surprising revelations about her background.

Recommendation: Love of the Divine Tree similar to Whatever It Takes
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Love of the Divine Tree(仙台有树)

2025China
ConspiracyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaAmnesiaBetrayalCultivationDramaMaster-Disciple RelationshipNoble SacrificePast LifeReincarnation

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Conspiracy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

Eighteen years ago, a skilled young cultivator named Su Yi Shui experienced a significant change in his fate when his master, Mu Qing Ge, also known as the "female demon", disappeared under negative circumstances. Fast forward to the present day, Mu Qing Ge reemerges as Xue Ran Ran, and Su Yi Shui, now the leader of the West Mountain Sect, decides to take in the ailing Ran Ran as his disciple, promising to care for her forever. This results in a role reversal between master and disciple, leading to a series of entertaining and unconventional events between them.

Recommendation: Once upon a Time in Lingjian Mountain similar to Whatever It Takes
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Once upon a Time in Lingjian Mountain(从前有座灵剑山)

2019China
ComedyFantasyRomanceSassy Female LeadWuxiaXianxiaBromanceEccentric Female LeadEccentric Male LeadOlder Woman-Younger ManSlapstickSlow Burn RomanceSmart Male LeadStudent-Teacher Relationship

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 27% similarity match.

The tale follows a young prodigy named Wang Lu as he joins the Spirit Blade Sect, beginning an unconventional journey toward achieving immortality. Established in 4233, the Spirit Blade Sect is renowned for producing martial arts talents and is considered one of the five prestigious sects. Amid a crisis across the nine continents, Wang Lu, a gifted individual, enrolls in the Spirit Blade Sect and becomes a disciple of the centuries-old Wang Wu. Despite Wang Wu's age, she is admired for her beauty but notorious for her sharp tongue and unpredictable temperament. The story revolves around the constant bickering between Wang Wu and her disciple Wang Lu as they strive to become the ultimate sage in the realm.

Recommendation: Himitsu no Hanazono similar to Whatever It Takes
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Himitsu no Hanazono(ヒミツの花園)

2007Japan
Brothers' RelationshipComedyFamily RelationshipRomanceEditor Female LeadLife

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Brothers' Relationship, Comedy, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Assigned to manage the popular cartoonist Yuriko Hanazono, a 28-year-old female magazine editor feeling overworked and unfulfilled is surprised to find that Hanazono is actually a team of four brothers working together to create successful comics. As she navigates the challenges of working with this quirky group, she may discover the secret to finding happiness in this heartwarming comedy.

Recommendation: 8 Avatar similar to Whatever It Takes
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8 Avatar(八仙全传)

2008China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureChinese MythologyDragonHistoricalImmortalMartial Arts

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 24% similarity match.

During ancient times, a deadly disease swept through the region near the East China Sea

Recommendation: The Seven Fairies similar to Whatever It Takes
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The Seven Fairies(欢天喜地七仙女)

2005China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureChinese MythologyCultivationHistoricalMartial ArtsMultiple Mains

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 24% similarity match.

Romantic tales featuring the seven enchanting fairies.

Recommendation: There's a Genie Next Door similar to Whatever It Takes
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There's a Genie Next Door(隔壁有只桃花妖)

2022China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionWeb Novel AdaptationAdventureCultivationHistoricalMartial ArtsShort Length Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 24% similarity match.

In a realm where immortal beings and malevolent spirits coexist, resides a spirit of cherry blossoms named Tao Hua who inhabits Peach Blossoms Mountain. After being defeated in a battle with her adversaries, she reverts to her true form. She is discovered and cared for by a man named Chang Liu. Over time, Tao Hua develops romantic feelings for Chang Liu, who harbors a mysterious secret and a concealed past.

Recommendation: Go East similar to Whatever It Takes
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Go East(四方馆)

2024China
ComedyConspiracyHidden IdentityRomanceSassy Female LeadDiplomatic MissionHistoricalOrphan Female LeadOrphan Male LeadRefugee Female LeadSecondary CoupleSmart Male LeadTeamwork

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Conspiracy, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

Four people named Yuan Mo, A Shu, Wang Kun Wu, and Yu Chi Hua set out on a quest for their country and righteousness

Recommendation: Good and Evil similar to Whatever It Takes
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Good and Evil(百灵潭)

2021China
FantasyHidden PastRomanceWuxiaXianxiaBickering Mains' RelationshipDeathFateInterspecies RomanceMonsterMultiple CouplesReincarnationRoyalty

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Past, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

A demon king in exile and a princess down on her luck navigate the memories of various spirits and creatures chronicled in a mysterious tome. Chun Yao, once banished from the heavens to rule over Hundred Spirits Lake as the king of monsters, encounters Princess Han Sheng of the Bailu Kingdom, who possesses a book meant only for spirits. Reluctantly, Chun Yao enlists her help in unraveling the many love stories contained within its pages.

Recommendation: Ms. Cupid in Love similar to Whatever It Takes
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Ms. Cupid in Love(姻缘大人请留步)

2022China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureCultivationHistoricalImmortal Male LeadLove TriangleMartial ArtsMatchmaker Female Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Bo Yan, an immortal of ten thousand years, is experienced in overseeing the affairs of mortals. However, after unintentionally causing disruptions in several mortal marriages, he faces the consequences of his actions. Demoted from his celestial position, Bo Yan is sent to the mortal realm to understand the challenges faced by humans. Falling from the heavens, he meets Shangguan Ya, also known as "Xiao Ya", a successful matchmaker, in an unexpected manner. Xiao Ya, a clever and witty young woman, is initially unsure about Bo Yan, who adopts the name Chu Ye to blend in. As they spend more time together, they realize they are connected by more than chance. Both sharing a goal of preserving marriages, Chu Ye and Xiao Ya embark on a journey together. While their feelings for each other evolve, they question if a human and an immortal can truly be destined for each other.

Recommendation: The Origin of Eternity similar to Whatever It Takes
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The Origin of Eternity(三生缘起是清欢)

2022China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaCultivationEnemies To LoversFairy Female LeadFemale Chases Male FirstHistoricalLove At First SightShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Qing Huan is a delightful and determined iris fairy who is charmingly enamored with Bai Ze, the formidable and distant deity of the Heavens. Each day, she pursues him with her innocent charm and sweet words, softening the heart of the distant god. To expedite his ascension process, which was being hindered by our endearing fairy, Bai Ze chooses to descend to earth as a mortal to face his three life challenges, causing the two to become separated...or so it seems?

Recommendation: Legend of Lin Ye similar to Whatever It Takes
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Legend of Lin Ye(临夜传)

2023China
ComedyFantasyHidden IdentityWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureCrossworlds TravelerCultivationHistoricalShort Length SeriesTransmigrationWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Immortals and demons follow separate paths, yet there exists a common route in this world. The distinction between Immortal and Demon, as well as the concept of the righteous path, is pondered upon. Former companions are reunited amidst a flurry of wind and snow. (A Neko^^ Meow Meow Project YouTube)

Recommendation: The Fragments of Kylin similar to Whatever It Takes
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The Fragments of Kylin(念念人间玉)

2024China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaAmnesiaDemonDemon Hunter Male LeadInvestigationMysteryNaive Female LeadStrong Male LeadSubstitute Bride

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Following the war between humans and demons, the Xuanyuan family and the Mo family, both known for hunting demons, joined forces three years later. Shi Si, the daughter of the Demon King, experienced amnesia and transformed into a charming, innocent woman with a limited understanding of the world. To protect the Xuanyuan family, she assumed the identity of Xuanyuan Yu, the eldest daughter of the family, and married into the Mo family. During this time, she developed feelings for Mo Yan, the eldest son of the Mo family.

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Sa Tang(撒糖)

2024China
Brothers' RelationshipComedyFantasyRomanceSassy Female LeadBrother-Sister RelationshipChildhood ConnectionFilmed VerticallyShort Length SeriesStrong Female LeadTalented Female LeadTransmigrationWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Brothers' Relationship, Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 23% similarity match.

On her wedding day, Jiang Yu eagerly anticipated the arrival of happiness, only to be devastated when her unfaithful fiance Chu Kai fled to be with his mistress, Xia Ying Ying. Not only did he allow Xia Ying Ying to mistreat her, but he also took her away for a blood transfusion. However, Jiang Yu, once timid, emerged from the ordeal transformed and retaliated against the scumbag and his mistress. As she left the hospital, she crossed paths with the handsome and wealthy Bei Jing Xiao. Determined to achieve her goal, she used the promise of treating Bei Shi Sheng's legs to win Bei Jing Xiao's heart, concealing her true identity as she embarked on a mission to punish the scumbag. Despite facing external pressures, the relationship between Jiang Yu and Bei Jing Xiao continued to blossom.

Recommendation: Demon Catcher Zhong Kui similar to Whatever It Takes
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Demon Catcher Zhong Kui(钟馗捉妖记)

2018China
ConspiracyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureAge GapCultivationDemonFriendshipHistoricalMartial Arts

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Conspiracy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

A tale about an unexpected alliance formed by a diverse group of companions who come together to fight against malevolent forces. The team includes a being who is part god and part demon, a hunter of demons, and a revered figure from the demon clan. Zhong Kui, known for his stubborn nature, is banished from the celestial realm and stripped of his memories, leading him to embark on a quest to uncover his true self. Along the way, he meets Yang Ren Zhi and Ling Xi, who become his loyal comrades. Despite losing his powers, Zhong Kui, now known as Mu Tian Ran, relies on his cunning and intellect to aid the group. However, they become entangled in a dangerous plot that threatens to sow discord among them.

Recommendation: A Moment but Forever similar to Whatever It Takes
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A Moment but Forever(念无双)

2025China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaNovel AdaptationAdventureAge GapDeity Female LeadDeity-Human RelationshipDemonFriendshipImmortal

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

To recover the treasure of the Heavenly Realm, the goddess Wu Shuang comes down to earth to eliminate Yuan Zhong, the chief priest of the Youhu Clan. During this mission, Wu Shuang uncovers hidden truths and she and Yuan Zhong fall in love, joining forces to protect the world. In the battle between gods and demons, the powerful artifact known as "God's Left Hand," used by the Heavenly God Taihe to seal the demon, is severed and lands in the Mortal Realm. As a result, Taihe and the other gods enter a deep slumber, leaving the Mortal Realm devoid of miracles. (iQIYI)

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The Romance of Hua Rong(一夜新娘)

2019China
ComedyHidden IdentityRomanceSassy Female LeadWuxiaImpulsive Female LeadJealousyLove TriangleLove Hate RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstPossessive Male LeadReverse-HaremSailing

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, and Wuxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Hua Rong is on the verge of embarking on a daring journey she has always fantasized about, but her plans are disrupted when she is taken captive by the infamous pirate, Qin Shang Cheng, who is determined to make her his wife, whether she agrees or not. Despite numerous unsuccessful escape attempts, Rong eventually manages to break free from her secluded island prison and its monstrous inhabitant. Along the way, she crosses paths with the young prince, Jin Yi Wen, who is immediately smitten with her. At the same time, Shang Cheng, who is also captivated by Rong, is hot on her heels, intent on reclaiming what he sees as his lost treasure.

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The Legend of Zu(蜀山战纪之剑侠传奇蜀)

2015China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionNovel AdaptationAdventureBetrayalCultivationDramaHistoricalMartial Arts

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Zhuge Yu Wo, the esteemed leader of the Mt. Zu Sect in Jiang Hu, engaged in a fierce battle with the malevolent Green Cape who had stolen the Scarlet Soul Stone. During the confrontation, the Scarlet Soul Stone became embedded in Ding Yin's body, prompting him to join the Mt. Zu Sect and take an oath to safeguard the world from darkness. Ding Yin later discovered a striking resemblance between Yu Wu Xin, the daughter of Shang Guan Jing Wo, and his deceased wife, leading to a blossoming romance between them. Meanwhile, internal conflicts within the Mt. Zu Sect sparked further turmoil in Jiang Hu.

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Legend of Fu Yao(扶摇)

2018China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceSassy Female LeadWuxiaNovel AdaptationBadass Female LeadBadass Male LeadFantasy WorldMale Chases Female FirstSecondary CoupleSlow RomanceSmart Male Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, and Wuxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Fu Yao was taken in as an orphan and forced to work as a servant for the Xuan Yuan sect in the Taiyuan Kingdom. Following a series of unfortunate events, she embarked on a journey to find a way to break the curse that had plagued her life. Along the path, she encountered the Crown Prince of Tianquan, Zhang Sun Wu Ji, and developed feelings for him. Together, they confronted political challenges across the five kingdoms and uncovered hidden truths about her origins.

Recommendation: Divine Destiny similar to Whatever It Takes
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Divine Destiny(尘缘)

2023China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionNovel AdaptationAdventureDemonHistoricalMartial ArtsMistaken IdentityReincarnated Lovers

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Orphan Ji Ruo Chen was mistakenly believed to be the exiled heir of the Immortal Realm, Yin Feng, after taking a blue stone that belonged to someone else. This led to him being selected as a disciple for training by the leader of the Xixuan sect. Despite his feelings for Zhang Yin Yin, the daughter of a prominent sect member who had helped and supported him, Ji Ruo Chen found himself drawn to another sect member, Gu Qing, due to the stone's power and the immortal God's influence. The sect arranged for Ji Ruo Chen and Gu Qing to be married, but Zhang Yin Yin was determined to win back Ji Ruo Chen's affection. She decided to learn a special skill from the heavenly nine-tailed fox in order to protect her beloved, even though it came at a cost. As Ji Ruo Chen and Zhang Yin Yin faced a series of challenges together, their bond grew stronger, especially as suspicions arose about Ji Ruo Chen's true identity. The ultimate question remained: what would happen when the truth was revealed to all? And could Gu Qing and Yin Feng find a way to rekindle their lost love?

Recommendation: The World of Fantasy similar to Whatever It Takes
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The World of Fantasy(灵域)

2021China
ConspiracyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaActionAdventureAmnesiaChildhood Friends RelationshipFantasy WorldForbidden LoveFriendshipXuanhuan

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Conspiracy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 23% similarity match.

Qin Lie, a young man suffering from memory loss, found himself entangled in a plot following an accident. Through various challenges, he and Ling Yushi, his childhood love, matured within the spirit realm as they embarked on a new adventure. These enthusiastic youths, seeking the truth of their past and striving for greater abilities, encountered new guides and companions as they worked together to protect the spiritual realm.

Recommendation: The Legend of Love (2007) similar to Whatever It Takes
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The Legend of Love (2007)(牛郎織女)

2007Hong Kong
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaActionAdventureHistoricalMartial Arts

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

According to legend, each year on the seventh day of the seventh month in the lunar calendar, the Cowherd and the Weaving Girl reunite on the Bridge of Birds in the Milky Way. This special day marks a tragic love story between an immortal being and a human. The weaving girl, Fuk Jik Jik, is tasked with weaving colorful clouds in the heavenly palace. However, she accidentally drops her loom shuttle into the mortal realm, catching the attention of the Jade Empress. Jik Jik and her friend Bo Hei Jeuk are sent to the mortal world by the Empress to retrieve the shuttle. Jik Jik meets the Cowherd Wong Ah Ngau on Earth, who diligently crafts a new shuttle for her. Despite the forbidden nature of their love, Jik Jik falls for Ah Ngau and sneaks away to be with him. When the Jade Empress discovers their secret meetings, she summons Jik Jik back to the heavens. Refusing to give up her love, Jik Jik chooses to become mortal and stay with Ah Ngau, only to find that he has been stripped of his memories by the Empress.

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Chinese Paladin Season 3(仙剑奇侠传之灵珠神剑)

2009China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureBickering Mains' RelationshipDeathFateHistoricalMultiple CouplesNoble SacrificeReincarnation

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Half a century before the events of the first season, Jing Tian, a playful and carefree young man driven by a desire for wealth, comes into possession of a mystical jade that leads him to cross paths with Xue Jian, a spirited young lady. Their journey intertwines with that of Xu Chang Qing, a seasoned disciple from the Mt. Shu Sect. Together, they face a series of challenges, including confronting their own histories, through a grand fantasy quest.

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Fox in the Screen(屏里狐)

2016China
FantasyRomanceSassy Female LeadWuxiaXianxiaArtist Female LeadCultivationDramaDrawingInnocent Female LeadMaster-Slave RelationshipPainter Female LeadPaintingProtective Male Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Romance, Sassy Female Lead, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Artist Zheng Xue Jing stumbles upon a mystical pen that grants her the ability to release three foxes from a painting. As a result, she is drawn into their realm, now serving as their "master".

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Guardians of the Dafeng(大奉打更人)

2024China
ComedyFamily RelationshipFantasyRomanceWuxiaAdventureFantasy WorldFriendshipInvestigationMysterySlapstickSmart Male LeadTeamworkTransmigration

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Fantasy, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Yang Ling, a contemporary professional working in an office, finds himself transported to the Da Feng Dynasty, where he assumes the role of Xu Qi An, a night watchman known as a "copper gong

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Ashes of Love(香蜜沉沉烬如霜)

2018China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaBirth SecretDramaFateLove TriangleLovers SeparatedPhoenixSibling RivalryStar Crossed LoversTearjerker

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

After the Flower Deity Zi Fen passes away following the birth of her daughter Jin Mi, she predicts that Jin Mi will face a challenging love test. To prevent her daughter from falling in love, Zi Fen gives Jin Mi an 'Unfeeling Pill'. Jin Mi is raised in secret within the Flower Realm, secluded in a water boundary as instructed by her mother. Thousands of years later, Jin Mi, now a curious and innocent sprite, yearns to explore beyond the Flower Realm. When the Fire Deity Xu Feng, the Heavenly Emperor's second son, unexpectedly arrives in the Flower Realm after a phoenix rebirth mishap, Jin Mi nurses him back to health and insists on accompanying him on his journey. Thus begins Jin Mi's adventure and love trial as she encounters various immortals and demons in her exploration of different realms.

Recommendation: Buried City to Shut All Lights similar to Whatever It Takes
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Buried City to Shut All Lights(等到烟暖雨收)

2018China
ComedyFantasyHidden PastRomanceWuxiaDifficult AdulthoodDisciple Female LeadFlashback To PastHeight DifferenceIll Male LeadInnocent Female LeadMaster-Apprentice RelationshipMaster-Disciple RelationshipRebellious Female Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Hidden Past, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

A heartbreaking tale of forbidden love unfolds between a teacher and his student, Yi Luo, who is driven by a desire for vengeance after her family is tragically killed

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Legend of Yunze(云泽传)

2021China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureDemonInvestigationLGBTQ+Lesbian RomanceMysteryNice Female LeadWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Cultivator Jiang Zhao Yun's sword, Tange, guides her to Changshui Village, where a mysterious young woman named A Ze has recently appeared. Sensing something peculiar happening in the village, A Ze proposes to Zhao Yun that they investigate together. Through their joint efforts, they uncover the truth behind the strange occurrences in Changshui Village. With A Ze's help, Zhao Yun, who previously held negative beliefs about demons, comes to understand that humans can possess even more cruelty and greed than demons. Following the events in Changshui Village, the two decide to journey together to Mount Qingyuan.

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Dance of the Sky Empire(天舞纪)

2020China
ComedyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaClanLove TriangleMale Chases Female FirstMischievous Male LeadMysteryNoble SacrificeSchool SettingSecondary CoupleStar Crossed Lovers

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

In the prosperous Tang Dynasty, Moyun Academy stands as the most prestigious educational institution in the land

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Dear Herbal Lord(亲爱的药王大人)

2020China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaCultivationFemale Chases Male FirstFirst LoveImmortalInnocent Female LeadLove At First SightMedicalSpiritSupernatural

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Once solely focused on achieving eternal transformation through self-improvement, Song Lan, a former woad plant, now finds herself needing to marry Chu Zhi Mo, the Herbal Lord, after being unknowingly consumed by the County Princess. Determined to absorb the herbal essence within him, Song Lan is determined to enter into a marriage with Chu Zhi Mo, despite his lack of interest and her repeated failures. With the help of some close friends, she embarks on a journey to win over the Herbal Lord after returning from Agarwood Mountain to the mortal realm.

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Douluo Continent(斗罗大陆)

2021China
ComedyFantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaChildish Female LeadCompetitionCultivationFantasy WorldFriendshipHardworking Male LeadMultiple CouplesTeamworkXuanhuan

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

After losing his mother at a young age, Tang San grew up leaning on his father for support, just as his father relied on him. Showing exceptional talent and maturity, he was admitted to Nuoding Academy at sixteen to pursue his dream of becoming a powerful soul master. There, mentored by Yu Xiao Gang, he forms a close bond with a fellow orphan named Xiao Wu and together they embark on a challenging journey of cultivation. As their friendship deepens, they pledge to stand by each other as lifelong siblings. Recognizing their potential, Yu Xiao Gang decides to send them to Shrek Academy for further training, where they join forces with five other gifted students to form the renowned group known as the Shrek Seven Devils. Their fame attracts the attention of influential nobles, who invite them to continue their studies at the prestigious Tian Dou Royal Academy. However, their involvement in a power struggle between rival princes and Tang San's discovery of a long-buried secret about his mother's death throw them into a series of intense battles. Amidst these challenges, Tang San must fight to protect his loved ones, uphold the honor of his sect, safeguard his country, and fulfill his ambition of becoming the greatest soul master in history.

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No Boundary Season 2(玉昭令第二季)

2021China
ConspiracyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaChinese MythologyCultivationGeneral Female LeadHistorical FictionMysteryPhysically Strong Female LeadPhysically Strong Male LeadSong DynastyXuanhuan

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Conspiracy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

After Shangxian Duanmucui and Zhan Yan entered Shen Yuan, Duanmu's memory was lost, and the involvement of Jiang Wen Qing brought them into a unique conspiracy. Inside Shen Yuan, there are numerous unpredictable factors, and a clash between immortals and humans is imminent. Will history repeat itself, or will Zhan Yan's arrival change the course of events? General Duanmu is on the battlefield, while Zhan Yan is the unsealed head catcher of Shuangshang Online. Together, they join forces to overcome the crisis. Across generations, a mortal and an immortal engage in a tale of immortal love. Amidst the Penglai Nine Prisons, amidst heaven and earth, they navigate through enduring love and hatred, blurred lines of life and death, hoping to overcome obstacles and journey alongside the ruler. The human race and the Penglai tribe work together to establish peace across the three realms.

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Ru Hua Ru Tu(如花如荼)

2022China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaBickering Mains' RelationshipCold Male LeadCultivationFictional WorldPlayful Female LeadShort Length SeriesTransmigrationVillain Male LeadWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Inadvertently, Hua Ling found herself transported into the setting of a novel. With full knowledge of the storyline, she must devise a plan to thwart the evil Demon King FuTu's plot to annihilate the world. Despite her determination, unforeseen events deviate from the expected script, leading to complications. Will Hua Ling, a resolute young woman unwilling to accept defeat, manage to triumph over the malevolent Demon King and rescue the world with only a partial script in hand? (nekomeowmeow.com)

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Rewriting Destiny(二十四味暖浮生)

2022China
ComedyFamily RelationshipFantasyRomanceSassy Female LeadBickering Mains' RelationshipChange Of FateCharacter DevelopmentFictional WorldFirst LoveFoodHistoricalMarriage Of ConvenienceWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Family Relationship, Fantasy, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Xia Yu Bing is a secondary character in a comic book set in Ancient China, created by an author. She meets an early demise at the hands of her husband, Xu Zi Yan, who poisons her. However, she is later given the opportunity to be resurrected and potentially become the main female character in the story if she plays her cards right. Despite the challenges she faces, such as Xu Zi Yan's continued attempts to harm her and the opposition from other characters who also desire the leading role, Xia Yu Bing starts to develop an unexpected bond with her husband. Will this newfound connection help her achieve her goal of becoming the primary female character in the story?

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Ru Hua Ru Tu Season 2(如花如荼 第二季)

2022China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaCultivationDemon Male LeadFictional WorldMartial ArtsPlayful Female LeadShort Length SeriesStrong Male LeadTransmigrationWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ru Hua Ru Tu follows the journey of protagonist Hua Ling as she stumbles into a fictional world. Armed with knowledge of the novel's storyline, she must strategize ways to stop the destructive Demon King Fu Tu. Despite her best efforts, unexpected twists derail the plot. Will Hua Ling, a determined individual unwilling to surrender, manage to vanquish the nefarious Demon King and rescue the world with only a partial script in hand? (nekomeowmeow.com)

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Love You Seven Times(七时吉祥)

2023China
FantasyImmortal Female LeadRomanceWuxiaXianxiaWeb Novel AdaptationDramaFantasy WorldFateImmortal Male LeadImmortal RealmSlight ComedyStar Crossed LoversWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Immortal Female Lead, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Xiang Yun, originally a cloud, was transformed into a fairy by the Red Thread Master and began working in the Marriage Pavilion. She willingly assisted her master in finding a marriage partner for Immortal Chu Kong, the God of War, but ended up causing trouble by auctioning off his marriage. This led to a disagreement between the two, resulting in a mix-up with the red thread of fate and an entanglement that spanned multiple lifetimes. Their intertwined destiny actually began long before, in a forgotten memory shared by both.

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Wulin Heroes(武林有侠气)

2023China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaAdventureBickering Mains' RelationshipCultivationDoctor Male LeadJianghuLife Or DeathManipulative Female LeadNice Female LeadWulin

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Ye Xi, despite her kind heart and good nature, strived to become a great martial artist despite facing numerous challenges and betrayals along the way. With her unwavering belief in justice and the help of a divine doctor named Bai Yue, Ye Xi learned valuable lessons about life, love, and the true essence of martial arts. The question remains whether these lessons will be enough to defeat the villains threatening Ye Xi and her community, and if romance will blossom between Ye Xi and Bai Yue.

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Egg and Stone(少女闯江湖)

2023China
ComedyConspiracyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaDetermined Female LeadDouble IdentityIllnessJianghuMysterySecondary CoupleSecretSlapstickStrong Male Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Conspiracy, Hidden Identity, Romance, and Wuxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Huo Xing Chen, the offspring of the leader of the famous Wuyue Clan, bravely enters the world of martial arts to challenge her predetermined destiny and oppose an undesired arranged union. During her travels, she meets Jiang Buting, a detective investigating the disappearance of a martial artist. Their paths intertwine through a sequence of destined meetings, leading them to unite and begin a joint journey.

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Guess Who I Am(猜猜我是谁)

2024China
ComedyHidden IdentityHidden PastRomanceSassy Female LeadContract RelationshipDouble IdentityFake IdentityFake RelationshipHidden AgendaRich Male LeadSchemeSupernaturalThriller

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Hidden Identity, Hidden Past, Romance, and Sassy Female Lead themes with a 22% similarity match.

Song Yao possesses a unique talent: the power to captivate affluent men and make them fall in love with her simply by gazing into her eyes. She has utilized this gift to manipulate wealthy individuals and guide them towards positive change. However, when she encounters Ji Cheng Chuan, also known as Qin Hao, a fraudulent pretender to a prominent business empire, a battle of intelligence ensues. The question remains: who will emerge victorious in this clash of hearts and minds? (Viki)

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The Starry Love(星落凝成糖)

2023China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaNovel AdaptationCalm Male LeadMultiple CouplesNice Male LeadOpposites AttractPrinceSisters' RelationshipTwin ExchangeWarrior Male Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

The queen of the human tribe welcomed twin daughters into the world. Highly esteemed by their community, the elder sister Qing Kui, known for her gentle nature, was promised to the celestial prince. On the other hand, the younger sister Ye Tan, recognized for her intelligence and craftiness, was engaged to the demon prince. However, a mistake occurred during the arrangements, leading to the sisters marrying the wrong suitors. This error set the stage for two enchanting love stories and sparked a plot that reverberated across the four realms.

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Go up against the Immortal(逆仙而上)

2025China
ConspiracyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaBetrayalCharacter DevelopmentCultivationHistoricalMagicPhysically Strong Female LeadPhysically Strong Male LeadRevengeShort Length Series

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Following a treacherous betrayal that almost costs him his life, Chen Yuan Qi acquires remarkable abilities. Together with three powerful companions, he sets out on a mission fueled by revenge to challenge destiny, defeat influential clans, and safeguard the world from annihilation.

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Chinese Paladin(仙劍奇俠傳)

2005China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaActionAdventureChinese MythologyDeathEccentric Male LeadFamily SecretLove TriangleMartial ArtsSnake

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Set in a fantastical medieval China, the narrative follows Li Xiao Yao, known as a "Stinky Punk", as he embarks on a quest to Dream Island in search of a remedy for his ailing aunt. During his journey, he encounters and weds Ling'er, his true love. However, upon returning home with the antidote, he realizes he has been deceived by the Lunar Sect Cult, who have abducted Ling Er. Awakening in his bed with no memory of his time on Dream Island, Xiao Yao manages to save his aunt and ultimately rescues Ling'er from the Lunar Sect Cult. Along the way, he is aided by a stranger who imparts kung fu skills to him. Together, Xiao Yao and Ling Er venture to the capital to reunite with her father, encountering various challenges, including the Lunar Sect Cult, uncovering their pasts, saving the world, and reigniting their love for each other. The story transitions from a charming, light-hearted beginning to a poignant conclusion filled with emotion.

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Love’s Rebellion(四海重明)

2024China
ConspiracyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaWeb Novel AdaptationAdventureAge GapCultivationFantasy WorldImmortalityMarried Female LeadMysteryWeb Series

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Conspiracy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

The narrative follows Nan Yan, a young woman who ventures into a realm of immortals in order to rescue her mother. She is accompanied by Shao Cang, who now goes by the name Ji Yang to safeguard himself from those who wish to harm him. Nan Yan and Ji Yang establish a unique bond known as the "Spiritual Connection Seal" through a series of fortuitous events. While Nan Yan is practical and grounded, Ji Yang exudes an air of mystery and aloofness typical of an immortal being. Despite their initial disapproval of each other, they find themselves drawn into a plot involving Nan Yan's mother's ailment, uncovering a scheme within the immortal world.

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Eternal Love(三生三世十里桃花)

2017China
FantasyHidden IdentityRomanceWuxiaXianxiaAmnesiaArranged MarriageCross-DressingDramaFateMale Chases Female FirstMelodramaNine-tailed FoxOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Fantasy, Hidden Identity, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Bai Qian, the youngest daughter of the Fox King, is taken to Kunlun Mountain to train under Mo Yuan, the God of War. During her time there, a conflict arises, leading to Mo Yuan sacrificing himself to seal a powerful demon. After seventy thousand years, Bai Qian tries to do the same, but instead ends up in the mortal realm, stripped of her memories and divine abilities. Living in isolation on a secluded mountain, Bai Qian rescues Crown Prince Ye Hua of the Nine Heavens, who is her heavenly fiancé and bears a striking resemblance to Mo Yuan. Unaware of each other's true identities, they fall in love, embarking on a journey of love and trials that spans three lives and worlds.

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Love Between Fairy and Devil(苍兰诀)

2022China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaBickering Mains' RelationshipCharacter DevelopmentCold Man-Warm WomanFateFirst LoveHidden AgendaImmortal Male LeadInnocent Female LeadNaive Female Lead

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

Legend has it that Dongfang Qing Cang from the Moon Tribe transformed into a ruthless monster in order to acquire great power. He killed his father, took over as the Moon Supreme, and led 100,000 soldiers from the Moon Tribe on a path of destruction. To put an end to his rampage, the first God of War from Shuiyuntian sacrificed her essence, trapping Dongfang Qing Cang's army and imprisoning him in the Haotian Tower. After 30,000 years, a disruption in the HaotianMatrix pulls Orchid, a delicate flower fairy, into the tower, where she comes face to face with the Moon Supreme. Their encounter sets off a chain of events that could once again jeopardize the world's destiny.

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Scent of Love(闻香榭)

2022China
ComedyFantasyRomanceWuxiaXianxiaCold Female LeadFantasy WorldHistoricalMale Chases Female FirstNice Male LeadServant Supporting CharacterShop Owner Female LeadSupernaturalWarm Man-Cold Woman

Like Whatever It Takes, this drama also features Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, Wuxia, and Xianxia themes with a 22% similarity match.

For the past three centuries, Wan Niang has been disguised as a demoness in human form and manages an incense shop while on a quest to find six potent fragrances. Despite successfully gathering most of the scents, the one she desires the most is connected to Fang Mo. Throughout his various lifetimes, Wan Niang has made numerous unsuccessful attempts to acquire this particular scent. In his current existence, Fang Mo is a gentle and compassionate individual, and as Wan Niang tries to tempt him, she finds herself attracted to his kindness. As Fang Mo reciprocates her feelings, Wan Niang begins to question whether she should continue pursuing her ultimate objective.