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Almost the same time period in China. Although this is not about the canal life, it's still has that community theme. It's similar to Northward in many respect especially because its about family, neighbours, friendship & love. Their struggles in the fast developing challenges of China at the timdle.

Both of the stories takes place in the past and it shows about the struggles faced by the people,in northward it's about five friends and their family hardships but in the life gives you tangerine it shows the struggles of a young couple who grew up together,the story is narrated by the female lead when she turns old,i also feel like the cinematography is similarr,some may like it and some may not,hope you enjoy

This drama has a very similar vibe to 18 Again!
- parents (referring to ML & FL) were madly in love with each other when they were younger
- narrate the stories of both the parents' and children's lives/generation
- young adult parents, so they struggled in raising their children (young dad having to be the breadwinner and young mom taking care of the children)
- parents gave up their dreams for love (and later, for their child)
- parents would do anything to protect their children and give them the best of everything to their ability
- ultimately, both are happily married

A similar background, and both have a similar scenic location. Both of them have a completely green flag as an ML.

Similarities:
- Smart & not annoying MLs & FLs
- Both FLs can change face/appearance and the MLs won’t recognize her at first then eventually became suspicious
- MLs have some problems with their eyes
- Cute side couples in addition to the cute main cp…Great chemistry & acting

Differences:
- FYH is a historical drama with a little bit more serious tone (still quite light & funny for a historical drama)
- ML in FYH can definitely fight compared to our poor Tang Qi lol (Oh well! FL in Filter can do the fighting instead)

Both shows center on protagonists with tarnished public images—one a disgraced politician, the other a fallen TV reporter—who reinvent themselves by assuming family roles for political gain. In doing so, they develop genuine bonds with their new families, leading to personal growth and a deeper understanding of their values.

a story of healing from someone who truly wanted to end their life but ultimately succeeded in rising up and decided to continue living.

Fl is shy, ML is calm in both dramas.
Both ML are green flag
In both dramas there is no breakup and the main couples are too sweet.
They will give you butterflies every time.
Both dramas have happy ending.

this is the original, so you should watch it if you haven't to get a better and deeper understanding of the characters.

This is the sequel to this show! this drama focuses on their wedding and I think it's almost like most BL special episodes just with more than one episode. I enjoyed it and felt it was really cute.

This is the original drama from which this show comes! They are the side couple until we meet again, but the story in this drama is so good! I think its one of the best bl storylines ever, and definitely darker than a lot of other bl's we see I think that's what makes it stand out

The main man character in this drama is very similar to Tantai Jin. He presents himself as a red-flag villainess and a tyrant, but deep down, he has a soft heart. He acts cruelly toward the ministers in his council to avenge his mother. Like Tantai Jin, he appears cold and ruthless, yet he is willing to burn the whole world to protect the woman he loves.

An interesting element in this drama is that the male lead can enter other people's dreams. If you enjoy isekai and romantic fantasy dramas, and you like characters like Tantai Jin, give this drama a chance—you won’t regret it!

- Puppet ruler ML (King in BH, Emperor in SoTK)
- Strong, power couple leads (strong FL & strong ML)
- Emotional ML x Tough FL (both MLs cry like all the time, 10/10)
- Complex politics, scheming, and power play
- Shady de facto ruler official
- Palace setting
- Both are thrilling, captivating political dramas
- Good OSTs
- High-budget productions with lovely sets

Main differences
- BH - Lots of romantic melodrama | SoTK - Significantly less and more subtle
- BH - FL is ML's concubine and they knew each other from before | SoTK - Married strangers to lovers
- BH - ML is raised king | SoTK - ML is not raised king
- BH - Less complex political scheming + less characters | SoTK - Very thorough political scheming + huge cast with a lot of focus on various characters
- BH - No supporting couple or bromance | SoTK - Bromance + secondary couple

As compared to ThamePo, this is a very short one. It is also related to music, and they met during work. As their feelings grow, so do the obstacles that stand in their way.

Similar Characters
- The female lead's character in both are supposedly unattractive (tho imo neither are)
- In both dramas there is some way that the female lead makes herself attractive/feel attractive. In filter it's the bracelet while in She Was Pretty she straightens her hair and puts on makeup
- Fl in both dramas are nice and caring
- ml in both dramas come off as a bit arrogant and rude tho in SWP he is much more so

Hidden/secret identities
- In both dramas the ml doesnt know real identity of the woman hes spending time with
- In SWP he thinks his childhood friend is the fl's prettier friend and believes he will be in love with her. This is similar to the first version of Cheng Cheng the ml in filter fell in love with.
- In both the ml piece things together overtime
- In both dramas the fl also believes at least for part of the drama that the ml dislikes her.
- In both dramas the ml falls for the real her

Work relationship
- The characters work together
- The ml is a superior at work while the fl is a new employee

One thing though is she was pretty is it felt a bit more serious and dramatic then Filter at least to me. There's also a prevalent love triangle that is not present in Filter. For a shorter version of this story I recommend the Japanese adaptation as well