Both are period dramas with a palace backdrop and lots of political backstabbing.
In both cases, the FL has many suitors
The ML is a tad toxic and a manipulative bastard. Both feature a good amount of wrist grabbing and semi forced kissing
The FL comes from the future (distant or not so distant ) and uses that knowledge to survive
In both cases, the FL has many suitors
The ML is a tad toxic and a manipulative bastard. Both feature a good amount of wrist grabbing and semi forced kissing
The FL comes from the future (distant or not so distant ) and uses that knowledge to survive
Echoes of the Self is a knock off version of Story of Kunning Palace. You are essentially getting the same experience and story but with slight variations. It's only 22 episodes so it is short, sweet and to the point.
The glory is nor reverse hareem or time travel but ,
1) both have smart female lead
2) both female lead grown up in country side and returned in their noble family
3) both ml are smart
4) both has family drama , politics , revenge and mystery
5) both historical
1) both have smart female lead
2) both female lead grown up in country side and returned in their noble family
3) both ml are smart
4) both has family drama , politics , revenge and mystery
5) both historical
Shen Miao, the daughter of a military lineage, foolishly throws away her honor and stubbornly marries Prince Ding. After assisting her husband for six years, she finally became the Empress. She accompanies him to fight for the country and volunteers to become a hostage in another country for the sake of peace.
When she returns five years later, there is no place for her in the Inner Palace as she is replaced by Lady Mei, the woman the Emperor favors. Her daughter then meets a violent death, her son, the Crown Prince, is deposed, and her parents and brother, who sacrificed themselves for the country and the Emperor, not a single one of them, were lucky enough to escape alive. Even more, she is also executed under the order of her husband.
But in a strange turn of events, she manages to return to the age of fourteen, when the tragedy has yet to occur, her family is still alive, and she is still the pure daughter of a military lineage. With the knowledge of future events, she vows to protect her family and avenge her son and daughter.
When she returns five years later, there is no place for her in the Inner Palace as she is replaced by Lady Mei, the woman the Emperor favors. Her daughter then meets a violent death, her son, the Crown Prince, is deposed, and her parents and brother, who sacrificed themselves for the country and the Emperor, not a single one of them, were lucky enough to escape alive. Even more, she is also executed under the order of her husband.
But in a strange turn of events, she manages to return to the age of fourteen, when the tragedy has yet to occur, her family is still alive, and she is still the pure daughter of a military lineage. With the knowledge of future events, she vows to protect her family and avenge her son and daughter.
Jiang Xue Ning’s obsession with becoming empress strains her friendship with Yan Lin and leads to the arrest of Official Zhang Zhe. After a brief reign, guilt takes hold as rebels, led by Yan Lin, wipe out the royal family. In her final moments, she trades her life for Zhang Zhe’s freedom. Miraculously, she wakes up as her 18-year-old self before entering the palace. Determined to change her fate, she tries to escape the palace's political games but is pulled back into it, becoming a study companion to Princess Le Yang and a disciple of Xie Wei, the man behind her past downfall.
The fact that both of them are probably one of the best costume drama of 2023!
The costume and cinematography of MJTY is just fabulous! It has lots, like a lots of martial arts. The plot of both drama are dark and intriguing!
Most importantly spy × target troupe! That is a must for, like so many romance lovers!
If you are fan of black bellied characters, mystery, scheming and witty character, this one's a must watch! None of the characters are witty and dumb, in fact every single character is so scheming! And that whole thing is so satisfying!
Coming to similarities,
- same male lead
- both have great plots ( dark, mysterious, scheming and intriguing)
- slow burn romance
- unveiling twists and turns
- your hormones gonna be at their peak due to anticipation for next episode!
The costume and cinematography of MJTY is just fabulous! It has lots, like a lots of martial arts. The plot of both drama are dark and intriguing!
Most importantly spy × target troupe! That is a must for, like so many romance lovers!
If you are fan of black bellied characters, mystery, scheming and witty character, this one's a must watch! None of the characters are witty and dumb, in fact every single character is so scheming! And that whole thing is so satisfying!
Coming to similarities,
- same male lead
- both have great plots ( dark, mysterious, scheming and intriguing)
- slow burn romance
- unveiling twists and turns
- your hormones gonna be at their peak due to anticipation for next episode!
In her past life, Chu Yu fled an imperial marriage for Gu Chu Sheng, only to die far from home. Reborn at fifteen and facing the same choice, she instead marries into the doomed Wei family, determined to change their tragic fate. Knowing young Wei Yun would one day rise as the feared “Living Yama,” she vows to stand by him and protect the family's legacy. Unexpectedly, she truly becomes the Wei family's “eldest lady.”
Yeah this story-genre is different too but
--the male leads character is very similar. Both male leads are morally grey and kind of red flag . Slow burn and slowly developed feelings for female lead. Both are vengeful , manipulative , schemer and master of a musical instrument ....... female lead learn things from male lead.....
-- even the character of second male lead is kind of similar too . Like nice and kind but not meant for female lead.
-- In SOKP fl is also strong and capable character. Though she was villain in her first timeline .....you will be able to see the growth of female leads in both dramas .
--the male leads character is very similar. Both male leads are morally grey and kind of red flag . Slow burn and slowly developed feelings for female lead. Both are vengeful , manipulative , schemer and master of a musical instrument ....... female lead learn things from male lead.....
-- even the character of second male lead is kind of similar too . Like nice and kind but not meant for female lead.
-- In SOKP fl is also strong and capable character. Though she was villain in her first timeline .....you will be able to see the growth of female leads in both dramas .
Both Dramas Feature:
- A fierce, unconventional heroine who refuses to be bullied. Both FMLs are stubborn, intelligent, cunning, and loyal.
- A love triangle between a stubborn and cunning FML, a commanding grouchy yet possessive ML, and an intelligent, loveable yet pitiful 2nd ML.
- A lead couple brought together by circumstance rather than choice. In both series, the relationship (or rise to power) begins with reluctance, tension, and emotional distance.
- But evolves into deep love, loyalty, and intense devotion. Both MLs go from “I don’t like you” to becoming full jars of vinegar any time someone else looks at their woman.
- Both dramas have calculating, deeply entrenched political intrigue with characters that challenge the throne.
- Well-timed humor and comedic moments. Despite the palace scheming, both series sprinkle in witty banter and comedic relief that keeps the pacing fresh.
- A strong supporting cast of loyal friends, funny side characters, and palace allies bring warmth, levity, and extra storylines that make the world feel full and vibrant.
Key Differences Between the Two Dramas:
Tone & Genre:
- Yanxi Palace is more historical-realistic, grounded in political maneuvering and court intrigue.
- Kunning Palace blends historical drama with light fantasy elements, mainly due to the heroine’s rebirth, she gets a second chance to rewrite her tragic fate.
Character Journeys:
- Wei Yingluo rises from a low-ranked maid and carves her own path upward through wit and grit.
- Jiang Xue Ning starts as an empress reborn as a noblewoman with ambition but must confront her past mistakes after being reborn.
Romance Development:
- In Yanxi, romance is slower, steadier, and woven subtly into the political tension.
- In Kunning Palace, the romance is more direct, emotional, and fate-driven, with heavier emphasis on the ML’s protectiveness and emotional growth.
Pacing & Atmosphere:
- Yanxi Palace is meticulous, strategic, and visually elegant.
- Kunning Palace is faster-paced, more dramatic, and more intense in emotional storytelling.
- A fierce, unconventional heroine who refuses to be bullied. Both FMLs are stubborn, intelligent, cunning, and loyal.
- A love triangle between a stubborn and cunning FML, a commanding grouchy yet possessive ML, and an intelligent, loveable yet pitiful 2nd ML.
- A lead couple brought together by circumstance rather than choice. In both series, the relationship (or rise to power) begins with reluctance, tension, and emotional distance.
- But evolves into deep love, loyalty, and intense devotion. Both MLs go from “I don’t like you” to becoming full jars of vinegar any time someone else looks at their woman.
- Both dramas have calculating, deeply entrenched political intrigue with characters that challenge the throne.
- Well-timed humor and comedic moments. Despite the palace scheming, both series sprinkle in witty banter and comedic relief that keeps the pacing fresh.
- A strong supporting cast of loyal friends, funny side characters, and palace allies bring warmth, levity, and extra storylines that make the world feel full and vibrant.
Key Differences Between the Two Dramas:
Tone & Genre:
- Yanxi Palace is more historical-realistic, grounded in political maneuvering and court intrigue.
- Kunning Palace blends historical drama with light fantasy elements, mainly due to the heroine’s rebirth, she gets a second chance to rewrite her tragic fate.
Character Journeys:
- Wei Yingluo rises from a low-ranked maid and carves her own path upward through wit and grit.
- Jiang Xue Ning starts as an empress reborn as a noblewoman with ambition but must confront her past mistakes after being reborn.
Romance Development:
- In Yanxi, romance is slower, steadier, and woven subtly into the political tension.
- In Kunning Palace, the romance is more direct, emotional, and fate-driven, with heavier emphasis on the ML’s protectiveness and emotional growth.
Pacing & Atmosphere:
- Yanxi Palace is meticulous, strategic, and visually elegant.
- Kunning Palace is faster-paced, more dramatic, and more intense in emotional storytelling.
similarities:
both have a good balance of comedy and drama
plot twists and schemes
both MC are intelligent (in SOKP the FL went back in time and in JOL the ML have modern world knowledge)
power struggle between a lot of factors
differentials:
SOKP have more romance while in JOL it's more about ML dealing with schemes and stuff
-they're not that similar but in my opinion if you like one you will like the other
both have a good balance of comedy and drama
plot twists and schemes
both MC are intelligent (in SOKP the FL went back in time and in JOL the ML have modern world knowledge)
power struggle between a lot of factors
differentials:
SOKP have more romance while in JOL it's more about ML dealing with schemes and stuff
-they're not that similar but in my opinion if you like one you will like the other
