2024

Political unrest brings disaster for a county magistrate, who is unjustly imprisoned due to a malicious plot. His daughter Xue Fang Fei (Wu Jin Yan), narrowly escapes with the help of Jiang Li (Yang Chao Yue), the Secretariat Director’s daughter. Fang Fei vows to free her father and fight injustice, so she poses as Jiang Li when she returns to the capital to execute her plan. With the support of the Duke Xiao Heng (Wang Xing Yue), she embarks on her mission against formidable odds. Will her courage and determination be enough to overcome the challenges ahead? And could love also find its way into her heart? This 2024 Chinese drama series was based on a novel by Qian Shan Cha Ke and directed by Bai Yun Mo, Lu Hao Ji Ji, and Ma Shi Ge.

The Double

🪷 Vigilante 🪷

Youku

In a world where magic and martial arts collide, Chu Xuan Ji (Crystal Yuan), a young woman deprived of her six senses, meets Li Ze Palace's star disciple, Yu Si Feng (Cheng Yi), during a tournament. As they forge a strong friendship, they begin to develop deeper feelings that challenge strict rules against romance. Unfortunately, Xuan Ji gets injured, forcing them apart. Compounding their troubles, Si Feng is cursed to wear a mask that can only be removed by true love. Four years later, fate brings them back together, revealing their intertwined destinies may hold the key to overcoming both past and present obstacles. Can their love conquer the trials ahead and unlock the secrets that bind them? This 2020 Chinese drama, adapted from the novel “The Glass Maiden” by Shi Si Lang, was co-directed by Yin Tao and Mai Guan Zhi.

Love and Redemption

Destined ❤ Love Team

JTBC

At eighteen, Choi Jun Woo (Ong Seong Wu) is a perpetual loner who struggles to express his emotions, often appearing unsympathetic despite his true goofy nature. When he transfers schools, he meets Yoo Soo Bin (Kim Hyang Gi), a top student suffocated by her overbearing mother and yearning for independence. Ma Hwi Young (Shin Seung Ho) appears to be a perfect gentleman, but is actually a timid teenager searching for his place in the world. As these students navigate their individual challenges, their paths intersect, gradually transforming their lives and perspectives. "Moment of Eighteen" is a 2019 Viki Original drama directed by Sim Na Yeon.

Moment of Eighteen

Eighteen Staff

Tencent, Mango TV

Aspiring screenwriter Chen Xiao Qian (Zhao Lu Si) is struggling to get her TV series off the ground. The male lead is kicking up a fuss about her script, leading her to worry that the series will never reach viewers’ screens. Suddenly, she is dragged into the pages of her own screenplay, where she becomes the Third Princess, a lowly minor character with a terrible reputation... and a drastically short lifespan! Fortunately, she knows that her killer will be Prince Han Shuo (Ding Yu Xi) and Xiao Qian uses her “insider knowledge” to rewrite the character’s fate to ensure she survives. Can she cheat death and reverse her TV show’s fortunes? And could this messy situation inadvertently lead her to love? This 2020 Chinese drama was based on a novel by Popsicles and was directed by Cha Chuen Yee.

The Romance of Tiger and Rose

iQiyi

Chu Li (Esther Yu), a new graduate, starts her career at Yuan Yue Publishing House despite her finance background. Determined to succeed, she impresses authors with her unique vision and professionalism. However, she constantly clashes with renowned author Zhou Chuan (Ding Yu Xi), with whom she seems destined to remain at odds. Unexpectedly, they discover they are actually close online friends, completely transforming their relationship. As they process this shocking revelation, Chu Li and Zhou Chuan must navigate their newfound connection and potential romantic feelings. Adapted from the web novel "Here's Chu Li" by Qing Mei, this is a 2021 Chinese romantic comedy drama directed by Elson Chang.

Moonlight

✍🏻📚 My Sweet Writer 💖✍🏻

Hunan TV

Zhang Guo Guo (Sun Yi) is a bubbly young woman raised by Wang Ai Yu (Guo Hong) in a small town, working at the family wonton shop. Unbeknownst to her, she is actually the daughter of a famous embroidery workshop owner. Her adoptive sister, Zhang Yu Xin (Wu You), becomes an apprentice to Guo Guo's biological mother, Xu Hui Jie (Pan Yi Jun), and studies design overseas. As Guo Guo's unique embroidery talents emerge, she works to earn a chance at her father's workshop. The sisters become professional rivals and compete for the love of two brothers, Li Yun Kai (Deng Lun) and Li Yun Zhe (Dai Chao). This is a 2017 Chinese drama series directed by Zhou Xiao Peng, featuring a special 45-minute episode version.

Because of Meeting You

Stitched Into Your Heart Team

The Demon Lord (Luo Yun Xi) is an unstoppable being set to unleash unspeakable chaos and destruction on the world. But things were not always so: Centuries ago, he was a mortal prince.
A brave young woman named Li Su Su (Bai Lu) agrees to travel back in time to become the prince’s wife – and destroy him before he can amass all of his evil powers. But when they meet, romance blooms and complicates matters for both parties. Could the power of love overcome violence – and help save the world from evil? This 2023 Chinese drama series was directed by Kuk Kok Leung and Wang Hai Qi.

Till the End of the Moon

🐉 Dragon in a Clam 🐚

Channel A

Yoo Yoo Jin (Go Won Hee), a world-renowned fashion designer, mysteriously appears in a remote South Korean village with amnesia. She finds herself staying with Moon Seung Mo (Eric), a former star chef who has retreated from his culinary career after a tragic accident. Initially reluctant, Seung Mo becomes intrigued by Yoo Yoo Jin's passionate love for food, which gradually reignites his own culinary passion and zest for life. As they spend time together, an unexpected connection begins to develop between the eccentric designer and the withdrawn chef. Their unique relationship challenges both to confront their past traumas and rediscover their true selves. This is a 2020 South Korean romantic comedy-drama co-produced by Choi Do Hoon and Jung Heon Soo.

Eccentric! Chef Moon

Little General

A respected scholar becomes an unexpected protector when tasked with educating a rebellious princess. Gyeon Woo (Joo Won), renowned as "Joseon's National Treasure," is commissioned by the king to guide Princess Hye Myung (Oh Yeon Seo), a headstrong royal. When rebels threaten her future reign, Gyeon Woo finds himself thrust into the role of her defender. As danger closes in, he must navigate the challenges of protecting the princess and securing her throne. This is a 2017 South Korean historical television drama series directed by Oh Jin Seok, based on the 2001 hit film of the same name, reimagined in the Joseon Dynasty setting.

My Sassy Girl

The Soo Sassy Team

Park Bong Pal (Taecyeon), a college student with the ability to see ghosts, works as a part-time exorcist. When he meets Kim Hyeon Ji (Kim So Hyun), the ghost of a 19-year-old who died in a car accident, they form an unexpected partnership. After accidentally kissing, Hyun Ji discovers Bong Pal might hold the key to her past and moves in with him. Together, they help ghosts cross over to the afterlife, using Hyun Ji's unique ability to see how ghosts died. As they investigate, they become intrigued by the mysterious Professor Joo Hye Seong (Kwon Yool), who seems connected to their individual mysteries. This is a 2016 South Korean supernatural drama series based on the webcomic "Ssawooja Gwishina" by Im In Seu, directed by Park Joon Hwa.

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