S1.E1 ∙ Staying Home

Born to Perform is about a school girl called Anna pursuing her ambition to become the lead dancer in a school show. However, her involvement is affected greatly by a dangerous pupil who holds a grudge against Anna and has aspirations to become involved in the show herself. She, along with her friends, embarks on a mission to intimidate and hurt Anna resulting in her absence from the show. With the school show being practiced and perfected, Anna's absence causes a stir and her friends rally to support and protect her. As the show moves closer to its opening night, the deep-rooted bitterness of Holly towards Anna is revealed as Anna's closest friend reveals his deep concern and feelings towards her.

The story of an ordinary family where upon the grandmother's death Kanji becomes an alcoholic home buddy, Hinako begins acting up and smiling leaves the lip of Haruko. Those are not the only problems either.

Kang is a spoiled and rebellious city kid. When his mother travels overseas and leaves him with her father, Old Mo, Kang is quick to come into conflict with his old-fashioned grandfather and his shabby living conditions. No matter how spoiled and unreasonable Kang is, Old Mo remains forgiving and patient. Through his grandfather's boundless patience and devotion, Kang learns to embrace humility and cement the unyielding bond between grandfather and grandchild, by fulfilling a long-forgotten regret of Old Mo.