A real-life story in Vietnam is drawing parallels to the Korean drama Autumn in My Heart. A man grew suspicious of his daughter’s appearance, feeling she was becoming “too pretty” and noticing that she didn’t resemble him or his wife. This led him to conduct a DNA test, revealing that he was not her biological father and uncovering a shocking hospital mix-up.
The family’s suspicions deepened when Lan, now a teenager, switched schools and met another girl born on the same day and at the same hospital. Lan’s father, struggling with doubts, had once even accused his wife of infidelity in a moment of intoxication. His wife, Hong, denied the accusations and decided to move with Lan to Hanoi, where the truth would eventually surface.
At her new school, Lan formed a close friendship with a girl who shared her birthdate. The girls’ connection led to a joint birthday celebration organized by Lan’s friend’s mother, who was struck by Lan’s strong resemblance to herself. This prompted the friend’s family to suggest a DNA test, which Hong agreed to, finally confirming that the two girls had been switched at birth, likely due to a hospital error.
Since the revelation, the two families have become close and are planning to share the truth with the girls when the timing feels right.
The story sparked lively discussions online. One user noted, “The story is really thrilling, like the plot twists in the Korean TV drama Autumn in My Heart.” Another added, “It tells us that if it is not necessary, do not randomly test DNA, as it can just cause yourself unnecessary trouble.” A third commenter remarked, “The medical staff made a ridiculous mistake. Fortunately, the truth finally came out. Otherwise, even jumping into the Yellow River could not clear the wife’s name.”