Asian Drama

Adapted from the novel "He, Who is Beautiful" (美しい彼) by Nagira Yuu (凪良 ゆう).

The story of a 15-year-old junior high school student. Hiroshi transfers from a private school to a public one in order to emulate the delinquents in his manga books. On his first day, he's challenged by the school's most notorious delinquent, Iguchi Tatsuya, and ends up beaten and caught by a detective. He finally gains recognition by winning a one-on-one fight against a student from another school, and joins the ranks of delinquents, leading a life of fighting against other schools.

Adapted from the novel "Drop" (ドロップ) by Shinagawa Hiroshi (品川ヒロシ).

After Lin Yu Jing's parents' divorce, she and her dad moved to a new city where she becomes seat mates with notoriously "ill-tempered" Shen Juan at their new school. They get reacquainted, separated and reunited again in university.

Lin Yu Jing was initially full of anxiety about readjusting to a blended family after her father's remarriage, but she is warmly welcomed by her stepmother and stepbrother Fu Ming Xiu. She also thought it would be difficult to integrate into a new group, but she quickly meets interesting classmates at her new school. Her arrival also brings changes to Shen Juan, her new seat mate who was held back a year.

Just as her life was gradually getting back on track, Lin Yu Jing's mother, Lin Zhi, forcibly takes her back to her hometown. A year later, she is reunited with Shen Juan in university. She learns that Shen Juan's family has gone through some hard times and he still hasn't recovered from the trauma. With the help of Lin Yu Jing and their classmates, Shen Juan slowly walks out of the haze. Lin Yu Jing also finds her own direction in life.

(Source: Chinesedrama)

Adapted from the novel "Bai Ri Meng Wo" (白日梦我) by Qi Jian (栖见)

Episodes: 30

In the second semester of her junior year, 17-year-old Su Qiao welcomed her new desk mate, the "big celebrity" Lin Zi Lu. However, his appearance in her life brings misfortune to Su Qiao. What's even more absurd is that he not only costs her money but also moves into her house, taking over her bedroom.

They hadn't been on good terms since they played together as kids, and all Su Qiao can think is, "Classmate, when are you moving out of my house?" But Lin Zi Lu didn't just stay; he also becomes good friends with students like Guan Jin Jin and Fang Liang at school, leaving Su Qiao feeling isolated. Thanks to his good looks and hardworking nature, Lin Zi Lu firmly entrenched himself in Huxin Village!

But as time goes on Su Qiao begins to understand the immense pressures he has faced. As they work in the fields, face thieves, study together, and pursue their dreams side by side, they slowly come to know the other better. But as the end of junior year approaches and summer vacation begins, a new challenge arrives. What will become of their fleeting youth?

(Source: IQIYI)

Episodes: 12

The Fourth Industrial Revolution has led to the development of cutting-edge technologies that have rapidly evolved the world. As a result, schools have begun incorporating these technologies into their curriculum, leaving behind the ways of the old. One such institution is the elite Yuyu Girls' Vocational High School, where both Serufu Yua and her childhood friend, Miku "Purin" Suride, have applied. Although the tech-savvy Purin is accepted to Yuyu High, the accident-prone Serufu is rejected and enters the traditional Gatagata Girls' High School instead, driving a wedge into their friendship.

On her way to class one day, Serufu gets into a bike accident, and Rei Yasaku, a passerby who attends the same school, fixes her damaged bicycle. Serufu later finds out that Rei has a passion for old-fashioned crafts and is the head of the school's Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Club—which is in danger of closing due to a lack of members.

Realizing that this may be her chance to repair her relationship with Purin, Serufu joins the club in hopes of creating projects that could bring them together once more. As the DIY Club welcomes new faces, Serufu learns to build not only handicrafts but also new friendships along the way!

Adapted from the anime TV series "Do It Yourself!!" (Do It Yourself!! -どぅー・いっと・ゆあせるふ-) produced by Pine Jam (パインジャム).

Xiao Jing, a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine, treats his patients as gently and kindly as as spring breeze, but treats irrelevant people coldly. Song Yi Ju is a brave and daring webtoon blogger and live-streaming celebrity who suddenly breaks into his life.

Episodes: 24

A coming-of-age story of Myung Eun, a 12-year-old girl with exceptional emotional sensitivity who gains deeper understanding of herself and her family through the power of writing.

During the reign of Qingli, young spies were being trained in order to maintain peace and stability among various ethnic groups in the Northern Song Dynasty. A six-member team is formed that includes the intelligent Yuan Zhong Xin, the beautiful and astute Zhao Jian, Xiao Jing, who never kills, Wang Kuan, who never lies, Xue Ying, who keeps to himself, and Wei Ya Nei, who has a cheerful personality.

(Source: ChineseDrama)

Two versions available: 30 episodes (TV) | 27 episodes (Online)

Through a coincidence, Mu Xiao Xi met Kong Chen Yi, the male god of music. Mu Xiao Xi originally thought that they would never meet again, but the school celebration party once again narrowed the distance between the two. As their understanding of each other deepened, they turned from friends to ambiguous and finally to lovers.

After graduation, Mu Xiao Xi followed Kong Chen Yi to Beijing. The problems of work, life and career caused troubles and contradictions in their relationship with Xiao Xi choosing to leave. Many years later the two met again at an event.

(Source: little7)

Episodes: 24

The story revolves around Zhao Yiyi and Xu Jiashu. Zhao Yiyi finally confessed to Xu Jiashu, who had been in love for many years, but started a long distance relationship. They firmly believe that it is a lifetime to survive in a different place. But the natural obstacles of long-distance love test them, and they are clearly in love, but they are constantly absent from each other's life. The appearance of Saihe and the twists and turns of girlfriends Qiao Qiao and Li Tang made Zhao Yiyi feel a lot.

The theme of the film is "long-distance relationships", which is itself a common experience of too many people. The topic is very hot, which has caused heated discussions among thousands of couples. This realistic youth story shows the different emotional patterns of young lovers in different places, evokes the audience's memories of love in the young age, and also explores the separation and integration of love with young people.

Su Yu, a high school student who lives a simple life with his father, faces a major change when his mother remarries a wealthy man, introducing him to his step-brother Wu Bi. Despite their initial differences-Wu Bi being a cold and arrogant top student, while Su Yu is an unreasonable underachiever-their relationship takes an unexpected turn after an accident. As they gradually warm up to each other, their bond grows stronger. However, when a heated fight arises, their true identities are revealed...

Adapted from the novel "Kisetsu no Nai Machi" (季節のない街) by Yamamoto Shugoro (山本 周五郎).

Episodes: 10

The profit-oriented middle-aged businessman Chen Bi Da exchanges memories with high school student Gao Wen Ming after an accident and became a second year student at Yuying Middle School. Even more surprisingly, he finds out he has a son, Jiang Yu, he has never met before, who by accident becomes his deskmate.

Chen Bi Da uses his business experience to deal with Jiang Yu, but soon realizes that adult rules do not work at all in a group of middle school students, causing all kinds of ridiculous incidents. More troubles arise when Chen Bi Da's company starts facing dangers and the real Gao Wen Ming wakes up in Chen Bi Da's body...

There is something wrong with Fa's high school; strange events have been happening around her. In which way are they related to the new teacher, Ajin?

The four brothers and sisters of the Mo family responded to the call of the country and came to Inner Mongolia grasslands from Nanjing to study and live together with the herdsmen. They struggled because of cultural differences and the hardship of the environment. They also valued their love and precious friendship, and they lived their youth and life in this land. This drama shows the character development of the people who lived in a different environment.

“19/20” captures the growth and freedom of young 19-year-olds as they turn 20.

The show will follow various Gen Z’s as they enjoy their final week being 19 and their first week being 20 after ringing in 2023. The unique participants will close out the year by spending time with their friends and slowly but surely preparing for adulthood. They will begin attending “19 School”, where they will take lessons about useful things to know as an adult. On New Year’s Day, all the cast members will part ways with their parents and teachers to move into the “20 House,” a place of independence and the start of their new adult journey where they can showcase their colorful charms, create unexpected bonds and make meaningful memories.

A love story revolving around childhood sweethearts, Ling Chao and Xiao Tu, who journey through youth and share experiences in sadness and joy together. Since he was a child, Ling Chao always knew that his mother preferred daughters. Coincidentally, their neighbor's family has a daughter, Xiao Tu, who is the same age as him. Ling Chao eventually became her god-brother. The both of them have grown up competing with each other, so he demands perfection in everything. He is the smartest child in kindergarten with a high IQ, but his outstanding performances are not as good as Xiao Tu in the eyes of his mother. Due to the lack of love from his father, Ling Chao developed a sensitive, independent, and precocious personality. His only friend is Xiao Tu, and only Xiao Tu is in his heart. When he grows up, he understands that he can't do anything without Xiao Tu, because he has unexpectedly fallen in love with her, but he has never admitted it. ~~ Adapted from the novel “Once We Come Across Love” (兔子压倒窝边草) by Yi Jin (忆锦)

Qin Chuan and Xie Qiao grew up in the same compound. They have been bickering with each other for ages. Qin Chuan is simple and does not mince words. For years, Qin Chuan and Xie Qiao have missed out on each other. They have both been in different relationships. Having lived through the Wenchuan earthquake, they realize that long-lasting companionship is the most precious love. Qi Chuan always stands by Xie Qiao and will always be her most important friend. No matter where life leads them, they will come together. Theirs is a story about a group of young people seeking their dreams and striving to grasp the opportunities of the times.

Adapted from the novel "Once Young" (曾少年) by Jiu Ye Hui (九夜茴).

Due to circumstances, Hao Nan had to return to his old teaching post. He meets new student Ren Zhen and a group of teens who, through their "unruly" teacher, gradually open their hearts to usher in their brilliant lives.

The 28-year-old Hao Nan left teaching for five years and became the owner of a pool hall, but the good times did not last. After having to close the shop, he resumes work as a teacher. The 18-year-old Ren Zhen fails the gaokao due to her unreliable father. She meets an equally frustrated Hao Nan on the rooftop, and he uses his own experience to encourage her.

Coincidentally, Hao Nan, who has become a teacher at Qingyun High School, meets Ren Zhen again. She is a new enrollee. In the days that follow, Hao Nan and the students go from not understanding each other to cherishing each other. Thanks to his efforts, these young people who are looking forward to the future come to trust their special teacher.

Lin Wan and Lu Xun were as different as two people could be. She was a very witty girl while he was the totally cold CEO bully. Somewhere in their getting to know each other, it turned into love through a tug of war confession. But are they really meant to be?

Adapted from the manga series "Kamera, hajimete mo iidesu ka?" (カメラ、はじめてもいいですか？) by Shiro (しろ).

Ban Hikari has a genetic disease and has been given a year to live. Determined to make the most of the time she has left, she decides to bid farewell to everyone while secretly jotting down her aspirations in a notebook. Hikari's goal is to transform the remaining time into a remarkable journey, striving to turn each day into her best day ever.

Consequently, those around her affectionately refer to her as the "Positive Monster." Hikari's penchant for undertaking audacious endeavors and embracing eccentricities not only attracts people to her but also inexplicably captivates everyone. Amidst her endeavors, Hikari finds herself entangled in an inexplicable bond with Fujiwara Taishi, a student from Class 3D, whom she deeply admires and loves.

The show follows the lives of several characters, based on true stories, of loving and broken-hearted people who decide to volunteer as clowns. Season 2 will focus on the love of school students and university students.

Sang Zhi falls in love with Duan Jia Xu, a boy who often comes to her house to play games in her older brother’s room. He is seven years older than her. Sang Zhi had a crush on Duan Jia Xu when she was young, but they lost contact with each other for some reason. After she graduates, she joins the university in the city he is in, and during their day-to-day intimate and close interaction, they slowly fall in love.

Adapted from the web novel "Secretly, Secretly; But Unable to Hide It" (偷偷藏不住) by Zhu Yi (竹已).

Lin Yi Cheng came from a poor background and became a TV reporter as he wished after graduation. He was gradually and conscientiously the backbone of the television network team. He has certain principles and bottom lines, and has experienced various stories of youth along the way. He is very polite and responsible with a strong sense of self-esteem. Wang Yan, a high-IQ woman, a gold-digger, but also a self-made professional elite, was born into a poor family. Under her beautiful appearance, she is good at relying on beauty to obtain resources for herself and help her friends tear off the 'mask of men'.

In Lin Yi Cheng's journey of mutual encouragement and understanding Wang Yan, love creeps up quietly, but facing reality, he can only endure the pressure of life patiently and enjoy it. Also, because of Lin Yi Cheng's dedication and understanding to Wang Yan's life and work, she was deeply touched, but she was entangled between reality and ambitions.

Adapted from the novel 'Running Towards the Sun' (向阳奔跑) by Dan Shu Guang Guang (丹书光光).

Min Ha and Sang Bum are a gay couple in high school. They go on a journey to the shore for their 100th day anniversary. Min Ha does not care what other people think and exhibits his affection towards Sang Bum in public. On the other hand, Sang Bum feels uneasy about this. That night, Sang Bum tells Min Ha a secret.

The story of Ciguatera follows Ogino, who is bullied in high school along with his friend Takai. The two rely on their passion towards motorcycles and desire to get one to add some hope and vigor to their otherwise bleak lives.

The two are learning to drive in secret at a driving school, and it is there that Ogino's life begins to change forever. The manga follows a variety of characters through their high school and working lives, through their struggles, their triumphs, their dreams, their futures, their love, life and loss.

Adapted from the manga series "Ciguatera" (シガテラ) by Furuya Minoru (古谷実).

In the early autumn of 2012, Yucai Middle School, welcomed a new student named Su Zai Zai, a cheerful transfer girl. On the first day of school, Su Zai Zai saw a guy who is also her classmate and fall in love with him at first sight. The guy actually school bully, Zhang Lu Rang who always rude to everyone around him. However, his life changes forever when he met Su Zai Zai that made him understood the meaning of self and slowly began to understand how to plan his life. They both slowly developed love for each other and gained happiness together.

Adapted from the novel "Ta Bing De Bu Qing" (她病的不轻) by Zhu Yi (竹已).

Follow the lives and romantic pursuits of four high school boys, who all have no experience with romance.

Adapted from the manga series "Haru wa Mijikashi Koiseyo Danshi." (春は短し恋せよ男子。) by Shiiba Nana (椎葉ナナ).

Baek Je Na is a third-generation conglomerate and a gold spoon of the highest class at Cheongdam International High School. Kim Hye In grew up in poverty and is offered a chance to study at the Cheongdam International High School in exchange for her silence on a murder she witnessed. Cheongdam International High School is a homicide mystery that follows Je Na’s rivalry with Kim Hye In as they are pitted against each other in mental warfare.

A drama based on a true story of two comedians as they overcome their crippling insecurities on the path to fame.

They were two people who weren't even nice all the time. One of them is Wakabayashi Masayasu and the other is Yamasato Ryota. Shyness, self-consciousness, negative feelings of inferiority. Negative emotions that arise.

Everything went wrong. But there is passion. The survival of the two youths was like that.

During his high school days, Kokusho Hiroshi was the rugby club’s ace who attracted national attention. However, he sustained injuries owing to his self-centered and aggressive style of playing. He was criticized by his teammates and remained isolated until he stepped aside. After graduating from high school, he lived a carefree life without a regular job. Then one day, he has a brush with the law because of a fight that gets him sacked from his job at a construction site and evicted from the apartment that he had been living in for falling behind on the payment of his rent. Hiroshi is at his wits end when a man calls out that he will introduce the perfect job that comes with a fully equipped dorm and three meals a day for someone like him who is proud of his physical strength. It is to work for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force which defends the country’s peace and security. “With a name like that, weren’t you born to become a member of the Self-Defense Force?” Hiroshi initially refuses but makes a half-hearted decision to become a trainee. Despite the grueling training, this turns out to be his true calling.