The K2

더 케이투 ‧ Drama ‧ 2016
Similarities:
- Trained MC (special forces/trained assassin)
- Action packed
- Revenge theme
- MC is somewhat emotionless until they meet a girl
- Troubled past
- MCs are good at what they do

Dissimilarity
- K2 = romance
- Kill it = friendship
- Kill it handles a dark theme (not reccomeneded for kids/under 15)
Recommended by Lunario
Entertaining big families that come close to heart.
The way both dramas deal with family-only dynamics is peaceful.
Full of comedy.
Heart-filling romances.
Double in-law couples.
Recommended by Plutos11
i am surprised no one recommended Vampire Detective yet since the feels are so similar compared to other recommended dramas here. Yoon San and the vampire lady has the same energy as The K2 and his lady boss. in fact whenever Lee Joon fights off the bad guys, his action skills really reminds me of Ji Chang Wook. Lee Joon is such a hugely underrated action star!
Recommended by Tae Ho
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Tags: Actress Female Lead, Bodyguard Male Lead, Bodyguard-Master Relationship, Intercountry Romance, Rich Woman/Poor Man, Foreigner Female Lead, Language Barrier, Sassy Female Lead, Secret Romance, Older Man/Younger Woman
Recommended by Plutos11
Action packed!!! Amazing actors. Never sitting down without being on the edge of your seat!!
The chemistry between all the actors was tremendous.
Plot was well thought out!
Recommended by DyingtobeinKorea
1: fBoth drama are written by the same screenwriter '
Apart from the fact that one is build around politicians and their secrets, and the other about paparazzis and the things they discover, both dramas are extremely similar. From the character similarity of our male leads are nearly identical, both have a trauma from their past and both are at the bottom. Both meet women with a near identical character, and both women play an equal important part. although in Big Issue it is slightly more.
Definitely give the other a try if you like one of them.
Recommended by Lou
This recommendation should provide you with thrilling narratives and complex characters reminiscent of the themes explored in "The Price of Confession."
Recommended by Babess
Both: Female lead villain, male lead trying to uncover a conspiracy behind his lover death. Journalist, action and business related.
Recommended by Kapetria
Honestly the plots have nearly nothing in common, maybe the cuteness of the lovers being together. On the other hand, the camerawork, the colors and somehow the similar classical music in the background made the vibes of THE GREAT SEDUCER remind me of THE K2.
Recommended by Nagy Hanna
Key Similarities:
Wronged Protagonist Seeking Revenge: Both dramas feature a male lead (Kim Je-ha in K2, Lee Jung-hyun in Green Rose) who is framed for a crime they did not commit, forced into hiding, and seeks to uncover the truth to take revenge.
Betrayal and Fugitive Status: In both, the protagonists are betrayed by powerful entities, transforming them into fugitives who must survive and fight back from the bottom.
Action-Oriented Thriller: Both shows are characterized by intense action scenes, stunts, and a fast-paced thriller plot.
Complex Romance Amidst Conflict: The vengeance-driven plot is intertwined with a romantic storyline that serves as an emotional anchor for the protagonist.
Recommended by Farah Safi
Yoona acting is so good. she have face that you will enjoy watching this drama. she's always show up too because she's the heroine :'D
Recommended by dragon stfu
So the only reason I am recommending K2 for The Revenge is because of the bodyguard aspect and the actions. The OST even reminds me of K2, but the Revenge is a whole lot darker than the K2.
Recommended by Moss
Both Kdramas are about agents, and the vibes are very similar. Terius Behind Me is about a single mom who somehow gets involved in top secret missions. The K2 similarly involves secret missions. Although The K2 is more about a wealthy girl and a bodyguard, like Terius Behind Me, it involves a love story around the main female character and the bodyguard which is why if you liked Terius Behind Me, I strongly recommend watching The K2.

I personally watched The K2 first and had been trying to find a drama similar to The K2, but after years and years, I finally found Terius Behind Me and definitely don't regret watching it.
Recommended by Kariella
ml is a mercenary and became a bodyguard for the fl
action packed drama
political scene
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Recommended by veronika79
Both are about kidnapping of a weak person. Both involved security agent or agency. Protective action thriller. Fun watch
Recommended by Chia6
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