- The main character faces numerous hardships and obstacles, in order to reach his dreams. Through his struggles he faces his most hated enemy, but goes through healing with the help of his new found friendships.
- The male character has a childhood first love and a potential new love. Who will he end up with?
- Both dramas have a food theme, where the ML is an underdog. In Itaewon, the ML wants to open up a successful restaurant and in Baker King the ML wants to be the best baker.

The mini series Secret Love (eps 9 + 10) has a story where an angel is sent down to help and understand a human, and ends up falling for her.

The main characters in both these dramas are the eldest in the family, warm-hearted, protective of their loved ones and often put their happiness aside. They both faced unexpected tragedies, but are given a second chance to amend unresolved issues and restore their name.

While Duel is more suspense thriller, and IRY is more crime solving - what stood out for me was the heartbreaking bro-angst of two characters in both dramas. Without spoiling, you'll realise by the end of both dramas, which characters I might be referring to. If you drop either of the dramas too early, you won't find out :(

Main female character ends up living with her ex-boss (now part time boss haha) , and whilst living together learn to overcome obstacles. Their bickering reminds me alot of Hotaru no Hikari. Ayumu is quite similar to Takano :D

Both are popular dramas focusing on teenage issues. If you enjoy seeing intense personal issues of teens & a wonderful cast, you'll enjoy both of these dramas :D

If you enjoyed the main story arc on Joong Won past in Master's Sun you'll enjoy Bride of the Century, it almost feels like a spin off.