The Emperor: Owner of the Mask

군주 - 가면의 주인 ‧ Drama ‧ 2017
Crown Prince Yi Gak finds that he has been transported from the Joseon Dynasty to modern-day Seoul. He meets Hong Se Na, who bears a striking resemblance to his dead wife, and is determined to solve the 300-year-old mystery of her death. With his own resemblance to the CEO’s grandson at the company where Se Na works, Gak assumes the identity of the young man to stay close to her. Can the Crown Prince navigate a modern corporation to find clues to his own time period?
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The story of a crown prince named Lee Sun who fights the Pyeonsuhwe society that holds absolute power over the kingdom and also controls the water supply by privatizing it. The drama involves romance, action and court politics as the Crown prince, Lee Sun fights heroically on behalf of the people and Han Ga Eun finds herself falling in love with him instead of avenging the execution of her father at his hands. In “The Emperor: Owner of the Mask,” there is palace intrigue revolving around the true power behind the throne, and a plot twist when the prince switches identities with a commoner. But the overall theme of the show is love, which underlies the romance between a prince and his girl as well as the compassion for the country and people.
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In 1867, Sin Jae Hyo leads the Dongrijungsa, which teaches pansori (traditional Korean musical storytelling). A young girl, Chae Seon, who wants to perform pansori, appears in front of him. Chae Seon has dreamed of performing pansori since she first heard Sin Jae Hyo perform when she was little, but Sin Jae Hyo turns her down because women are not allowed to perform pansori. Chae Seon then disguises herself as a man and enters the Dongrijungsa to learn pansori, but Sin Jae Hyo doesn’t accept her as his student.

One day, he hears Daewongun, the most powerful man in Joseon and the father of the King, is going to hold a national competition of pansori performers known as “Naksungyeon”. Sin Jae Hyo decides to teach Chae Seon, who has a true voice to perform “Chunhyangga". If anyone finds out that Chae Seon is a woman, Sin Jae Hyo and Chae Seon will both face death.
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In the late Joseon Dynasty, a family rises to wealth through the art trade. However, a mysterious event unfolds when the son, Hong Rang, returns after a decade-long disappearance with no memory of his childhood. His half-sister, Jae I, who has been close to him since childhood, now seeks the truth behind his sudden disappearance.

Jae I, intelligent and beautiful but with a troubled personality, lives with an abusive stepmother and neglectful father. She had relied on Hong Rang, but her life took a difficult turn after his disappearance. Hong Rang, who had grown up in luxury, returns to find his true identity, which is a mystery to all.
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Both involve identity switching to protect someone of high status. Both are historical dramas with the following included genre's 'romance', 'drama', and 'political'. Both are also set in the Joseon Dynasty.
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The second female lead, who was in love with Yi Yeok in Queen for 7 Days, reminds me so much of Kim Hwa Gun in Emperor: Owner of the Mask, who was also in love with Crown Prince Lee Sun. These two female second leads played a very crucial role in helping the princes get back their thrones, while they ended up with the main female leads that they were in love with.

As for other similarities,

Historical Setting: Both dramas are set in historical Korea, delving into the Joseon Dynasty. They showcase the societal and political intricacies of that era, highlighting the struggles and challenges faced by characters within the rigid structure of the monarchy.

Romantic Intrigue: Both series include elements of romance amid political turmoil. They portray complicated relationships and love stories intertwined with the power struggles and challenges faced by the main characters.

Struggle for Power: The dramas depict power struggles within the royal court, where characters vie for control, often dealing with corruption, betrayal, and the pursuit of justice.

Intriguing Plot Twists: Both series feature plot twists and suspenseful moments that keep viewers engaged. They incorporate elements of mystery and suspense within the historical context, making the storyline more captivating.

Character Development: The main characters in both dramas undergo significant growth and transformation throughout the series. They face dilemmas that challenge their beliefs, leading to personal development and a deeper understanding of themselves and their surroundings.
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The two main male leads fighting for the throne and the main antagonist runs the evil organization that controls the people.
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Similarities that you can see in both of them:

-There is a problem in the country's ruling and at least the citizens are unhappy with it.
-There is an evil organization that is connected to the counrty's ruling.
-There is a love connected to a little duration of being together, and a parting apart with a "Remember me with this when we become together in the future again!" object.
-There is a main character who has to hide his identity with a mask.
-Full of action.
-The heroine and the main character are both brave.
-Both are historical.
-Both are very great!
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Same idea plot about a royal & a pauper switching place. Really interesting saeguk/traditional drama.
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