Recommandations

Although the plot and the genre and universes are very different (futuristic sci-fi and fantasy), what I find very similar is the insane amount of philosophical references in dialogues. Although said via main characters it feels like a background narrative as they attempt to philosophise every step of the story which doesn't really come to any certain conclusion. Almost like an essay.

***POTENTIAL SPOILER WARNING***

Both shows are BLs aka Gay Romance Dramas from South Korea. They are both about lovers that have broken up and then reunite after about a decade of separation as their connection is tested and feelings resurface.

Differences: In Let Free the Curse of Taekwondo, we see their origin story and what drove them apart before bringing them back together again. In Eul’s Love, it is set primarily in an office setting and according to the synopsis pre-release, it is going to focus first on the reuniting with explanations of the past as it progresses. (Written pre-release Jan 2025)

Both are South Korean BL (gay romance) dramas that take place primarily in an office setting where both lead characters share a past history of some kind and have been (unexpectedly) reunited.

In Jun & Jun, they were childhood friends that had an innocent crush on each other.

In Eul’s Love, they are ex boyfriends.

Fragrance of the First Flower and Fragrance of the First Flower Season 2 are, like it says already in the name, 2 seasons of the same drama.

- Career-focused female leads
- Romance in professional settings
- Competitive work environments
- Complex character dynamics
- Scouting theme, with the main lead's secretary being scouted Like Bae Tami

That undeniable natural chemistry can not be beaten in both of these dramas. I won't say that story is similar but rather, a good story, friendship, supportive character, and the main similar part is one lead leaving the other to not let the other suffer in longing. Go..just go watch it. Reading here will spoil the fun.

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Hwarang and Check-in Hanyang share themes of hidden identities, friendship-building, and historical settings. While Hwarang focuses on an elite group of warriors in Silla, Check-in Hanyang is set in a guesthouse during the Joseon dynasty. Check-in Hanyang includes a gender bender element, whereas Hwarang does not.

- From the trailer for Ticket to Heaven, both deal with a lead coming to terms with their sexuality
- The cinematography in Ticket to Heaven reminded me of ITTSAY
- I'm not sure if the scene will come up in the drama, but in the trailer fourth looks into the mirror and touches himself which reminded me of the famous scene in which PP Krit is experimenting wearing a bra

Back from the brink and the blue whisper.
Wonderful drama.
Similar vibe. Not exactly but yeah check out the other if you liked any.


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Both male leads are following their passion of cooking/baking and trying to succeed against all odds. They also share parental absence and chosen/found families. Both really make you feel for the male leads and their struggles.

The relationship between the two guys in this kbl is similar to the relationship between Dai and Shun

Both have multiple stories into one series
Both have some sort of BL.
Both have big casts
Both by GMMTV
Both are funny
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I'm only on episode 4 of "Dine with love", but it reminds me of "Dating in the kitchen" because:
- Female protagonists good at cooking, with sweet, kindhearted personalities.
- Male protagonists in the roles as CEOs who have "closed off their hearts".

Both shows also have a focus on food and the importance it can have in our lives.