Recommendations

If you want to see another age-gap romance (the age gap isn't emphasized as much though), and you want to see another green forest male lead doing everything for his girl even while just pursuing her, then make sure to watch Shine on Me.

set in china’s republican era which is a direct theme in both of these dramas. they share the same airing platform iqiyi, moreover both male leads play powerful figures in the political industry.

Secret same gender relationship in a society where lgbt people are not granted same opportunities (e.g. marriage) and are confronted with homophobia
One partner dies with all their family inherting everything but their actual partner who theyre much closer to not being able to have a say at all.
Mellow mood
Apartment complex setting

Similar in some aspects. Mystery, thriller, although you will keep on guessing the central mystery. Much better writing compared to defendant

Similar kind of premise but price of confession is much better, more tighter with a shorter length as well

It’s the same show with a little less drama and filled with love. It’s the first ever season so I think people would love to watch it if they’ve watched the other seasons

Shows the leads' relationship at different stages in their life- as teens/young adults in the past and then as adults in modern day.
Female lead is married and has a kid when she re-enters male lead's life in modern day.

Both are Thai BL
- The protagonist of the story get a second chance in a parallel world
- They find love in the second chance give to them
- Also both stories explore the diffence of the daily life, social situation, food, education and even law differences between the parallel worlds

Both are Thai BL
- The protagonist of the story transports into a different situation (Reset - His own past life) and (VV - in a parallel world) and try to adapt there
- They find love in the second chance give to them

- Both are Thai BL
- The protagonist of the story get a second chance at life after their unexpected sudden death
- They find love in the second chance give to them

In the martial world, mysterious cases occur one after another. To maintain peace, the Wu Wang Pavilion commissions Lu Xiaofeng to solve these extraordinary cases, using a miraculous medicine that can cure blindness as leverage. Thus, in order to heal the eyes of his best friend Hua Manlou, Lu Xiaofeng accepts the mission and sets out.

From the exotic flower poison of Shuzhou to the Silver Hook Gambling House in Xuezhou, from the Six-Play Phantom in Lingzhou to the ephemeral Whale Sea in Quzhou, from the Hidden Hero Island in Lingzhou to the eerie inn amidst the endless yellow sands of Liangzhou—wherever Lu Xiaofeng goes, the cases grow stranger and the number of victims steadily increases.

Yet he never backs down. Beyond his sharp mind and the technique known as “Lingxi One Finger,” he has friends—many, many friends. Hua Manlou, with his heightened senses, is his strongest support; Ximen Chui Xue, whose sword strikes the throat in a single blow, truly deserves the title of Sword God; Sikong Zhaixing, a master thief and disguise expert; together with Zhu Ting’s ingenious inventions and the assistance of Yu Luosha, leader of the Wan Gui Sect.

With these allies, Lu Xiaofeng solves one seemingly impossible case after another. In doing so, they not only preserve peace but also thwart a long-brewing conspiracy in the martial world, protecting the weak and innocent, and safeguarding all living beings.

In the martial world, mysterious cases occur one after another. To maintain peace, the Wu Wang Pavilion commissions Lu Xiaofeng to solve these extraordinary cases, using a miraculous medicine that can cure blindness as leverage. Thus, in order to heal the eyes of his best friend Hua Manlou, Lu Xiaofeng accepts the mission and sets out.

From the exotic flower poison of Shuzhou to the Silver Hook Gambling House in Xuezhou, from the Six-Play Phantom in Lingzhou to the ephemeral Whale Sea in Quzhou, from the Hidden Hero Island in Lingzhou to the eerie inn amidst the endless yellow sands of Liangzhou—wherever Lu Xiaofeng goes, the cases grow stranger and the number of victims steadily increases.

Yet he never backs down. Beyond his sharp mind and the technique known as “Lingxi One Finger,” he has friends—many, many friends. Hua Manlou, with his heightened senses, is his strongest support; Ximen Chui Xue, whose sword strikes the throat in a single blow, truly deserves the title of Sword God; Sikong Zhaixing, a master thief and disguise expert; together with Zhu Ting’s ingenious inventions and the assistance of Yu Luosha, leader of the Wan Gui Sect.

With these allies, Lu Xiaofeng solves one seemingly impossible case after another. In doing so, they not only preserve peace but also thwart a long-brewing conspiracy in the martial world, protecting the weak and innocent, and safeguarding all living beings.

The story follows Jiang Zhu, a “Jade-Waisted Slave”, who must find a “Jade Gentleman” on the night of the full moon after coming of age, and engage in dual cultivation to absorb his vital yang energy in order to survive the Cold Bone Syndrome. Initially determined to hunt down the Jade-Waisted Slaves, the powerful statesman Shen Miu is unexpectedly affected by a love spell cast by Jiang Zhu, forcing him to protect her against his will.

Jiang Zhu’s passionate and free-spirited nature brings Shen Miu—who is disciplined and suppresses his desires—a vivid experience he has never known before. As they spend time together, they gradually awaken to the meaning of love and ultimately join forces to clear the injustices suffered by the Jade-Waisted Slaves.

Feng Miao Jun, a princess of the fallen Anxia Kingdom, crosses paths with Yun Ya, a cruel master from Wei. Despite initial distrust, their fates intertwine. Together with Master Mo Ti Zhun and Saintess Han Yue, they become close allies in their battle against the Heavenly Demons. Through trials, love, and mutual support, they grow into powerful beings capable of facing all challenges.

Both dramas are about independence, love, and the struggle one must endure. They're about finding one's identity. Beautiful effects, a fairy tail world, and a strong leads.
They have a bit of humor combined with romance and the fight for good