- Both dramas have a central theme of "finding your true self and embracing who you are."
- Both dramas begin in a school setting and later move to work environments.
- Both male leads are portrayed are portrayed as cold or distant, with hidden vulnerabilities.
- Both male leads develop strong feelings for the female leads despite initial misunderstandings.
- Both male leads share a friendship with the second male lead, though their dynamics vary.
- Both female leads struggle with personal insecurities stemming from their past experiences.
- Both female leads face challenges in their social lives due to being judged by others.
- Both female leads go to great lengths to adapt in hopes of finding acceptance and belonging.
- Both female leads form a strong bond with the second male leads, leading to jealousy from the male leads.
- Both second male leads are kind-hearted and supportive.
- Both second male leads have their own personal struggles that are explored as the story progresses.
- Both second male leads show romantic interest in the female leads, but as they get to know them more, they respect their growth and transformation.

Similarities:
- Both dramas can fall into the categories of: "growing up and love and friendship"
- Both dramas are taken in a school setting (high school/university)
- Both male leads have the same actor.
- Both male leads are quiet and more reserved.
- Both male leads show care to the female lead but don't express it.
- Both male leads are intelligent and driven by personal goals.
- Both male leads ambition sometimes conflicts with their emotional openness.
- Both male leads experience significant emotional growth.
- Both male leads learn to open up to the female leads, becoming more vulnerable over time.
- Both female leads are determined and don't easily give in.
- Both female leads are compassionate and have a strong sense of empathy.
- Both female leads experience significant personal growth.
- Both female leads become more confident in their own identities
- Both female leads are learning to balance their own desires with their growing relationships.
- Both female leads can navigate difficult situations without losing their sense of inner strength.
- Both female leads initially struggle with their feelings but gradually come to understand and embrace their emotions.

Similarities:
- Both dramas talk about the importance of perseverance when faced with obstacles.
- Both dramas have themes of self-discovery and growth.
- Both dramas have workplace settings that play a role in growth and interactions.
- Both male leads are rich, successful, and seem cold/unapproachable at first.
- Both male leads have complex pasts and emotional baggage.
- Both male leads go through reflection and personal growth.
- Both male leads get jealous when the female lead spends time with other male characters.
- Both female leads start off insecure but gain more confidence later on.
- Both female leads faces struggles that they work through.
- Both female leads dislikes the male lead but eventually falls for them.
- Both female leads have friends/colleagues who influence some decisions in their relationship.
- Both female leads have a strong support group who play a role in emotional journeys.
- Both leads are hesitant about love but slowly open up more.
- Both second male leads give up on pursuing a relationship with the female lead.

Similarities:
- Both dramas have the same main message: "beauty is in the eyes of the beholder."
- Both male leads are the same actor and similar character (rich, hot, daddy issues).
- Both male leads develop feelings for the female lead upon first interaction.
- Both male leads are somewhat friends with the second male lead.
- Both female leads are insecure about their looks.
- Both female leads got teased and bullied throughout middle school.
- Both female leads try and find ways to cover themselves up and become pretty.
- Both female leads hope for more friends and opportunities by covering themselves up.
- Both female leads hate the male leads upon first impression but eventually fall for them.
- Both second male leads and female leads are close friends, making the male lead jealous.
- Both second male leads are drawn to the female lead's looks, but their feelings stay the same as they get to know her.