I wouldn't mind if LMH was cast but I was HOPING for a new face with talent, or an underrated actor to burst out in popularity.

PS, I'm still praying for Park Bo Young.....

I CERTAINLY DO NOT want KHJ to be the lead! I'd cry if that happens...

i loved this series, especially the japanese version, so am excited to watch the korean version!

the potential cast looks promising....

gasp! i read the headline incorrectly - at first glance, I just saw LMH and Playful Kiss. Haha. Talk about selective reading. But I think he would have been perfect for the lead role! But let's wait and see. I'm keeping my fingers (and toes) crossed that he will change his mind and accept :)

Kim Hyun-joong! no, please no!

I was hoping LMH decided to take this project. I wonder who's gonna land the role? So many possibilities...there are lots of talented young actors out there.

Aww that sucks! oh well i wonder who would take on the roles?
I think they should just put jang geun suk and park shin hye in there
i mean they have great chemistry on screen!

I don't care who gets the male lead, but I'm gonna be so (x100000) mad if Park Shin Hye doesn't get the female lead! Appearence & acting wise, she's the perfect fit for the role. & KARA'S Han Seung Yeon has no experience whatsoever with acting so I think it's too sudden for her to be cast as a lead.

JUST MY INPUT!

I TOO was hoping that LMH would take the lead for It Started with A Kiss, however like you said, we don't want him to be typecast so early in his career. Once you're typecast into a certain role, it's really hard to get out of the shadow of it. I do hope that he picks his next project real soon though. Hopefully in something totally different than his previous two better-known roles.

As for Kim Hyun-joong, I still don't believe he is strong enough acting-wise to take on a lead role. He needs more acting lessons...

As for the female lead, I really don't see Park Shi-hye in the role. Never did like her in You're Beautiful (don't hate me!)

too bad for minho
he's a great actor but its best if he stays away from the stereotypical lead

i hope it not hyunjoong. good looking but he's as stiff as a board when it comes to acting.

yonghwa is a bit better and he has a playful side so im sure he can do it
plus if shin hye is cast, they would make a good couple
they also had chemistry in you're beautiful and theyre good friends

OMG, it would had been so awesome if Lee Min-ho had accept the role. I would so love to see him in this role...and if it was Lee Min-ho and his friend, Park Bo-young...that would be an awesome combination...

Since Lee Min-ho is not going to be in it, why not let it be Jang Geun Suk and Park Shin Hye, it could be You're Beautiful all over again.

I wouldn't mind see Ham Eun-jung playing the role as well given her role in CH..

I knew he wouldn't take it. I didn't think he would take it. But deep, deep, deep inside I was hoping he would take it. Am disappoint.

Don't really mind about LMH not taking the lead since I'm not really a fan of his anyway.... I don't think anyone would fit the role better than Joseph Cheng in the Taiwanese version. But well, Korea is always capable of giving me surprises anytime! :)

Although I like Park Shin Hye and Jung Yong Hwa, I can't see them as the Itazura na Kiss couple. He doesn't have good enough acting skills or the vibe to pull off an annoying and posh character like Naoki.

Lee Min Ho would be good for the character, but I don't want BOF all over again. Hated that series and I don't need a re-run of it. And no matter how much he changed his style, people would still see his BOF character.

And God, please not the Ice King of BOF. He's skinny and weak looking, hardly the tall man with a strong presence that Naoki is. Also, the boy can't act. Simply can't. He's horrible in acting. At least so far.

Park Shin Hye is cute, but I don't know if she can pull off the spunk that Kotoko has. I can't picture her as a strong-headed bimbo. Haven't seen her in anything but YAB though so I can't be sure.

The girl is easier, but Naoki is a bit tougher to cast. It has to be a tall, strong guy with a very special and imposing aura. Someone who can just appear in a scene and make you feel uncomfortable and scared for Kotoko for being in the vicinity. Lol. I mean, he is kind of a scary and bossy dude.
It needs to be an actor who's every look and gesture and even face have to say "Arrogant, conceited and holier-than-though kind of man". And I can't see neither of the guys rumored pulling that off. Even their face doesn't match that type.
Let's wait and hope, for now. But if they get this guy from BOF, I'm definitely not watching.

Jang Geun Suk and Park Shin Hye
^ seconding that suggestion!
<3

...like many others, if khj is chosen for the role, i'd cry..

A lot of people were unhappy with the ending of You're Beautiful and would like to have seen the lead stars in more romantic scenes. Perhaps this is a chance to satisfy those who up to this time are wanting to enjoy more of the chemistry that Jang Geun Suk and Park Shin Hye displayed when filming the drama. I've always thought that their BTS exuded "playfulness" and sincerity. They seemed to have enjoyed the skinship scenes anyway. So why not for this pair who I believe have a large following not only in Korea but in the world. They are both good actors who can pose a challenge to the lead stars of the Taiwanese version. Of course I love Joe Cheng and Ariel Lin very much.

Ok.

I'm glad he didn't accept the role. Because I want to see him doing something different this time.

Please, Baby Jesus, do not let Kim Hyun-joong be in this drama. I wouldn't even mind if Jung Yong-hwa took second lead but, NO Kim Hyun-joong. Can't he just give up on his dream of becoming an actor? Stick to kpop and CF's. Please.

WHYYYYY? WHY NOT, Lee Min-ho? Just do it! If he really cared for his fans, he should totally get on board with this project. Lee Min-ho and Park Bo-young...OMO! I get heart palpitations thinking about that casting.

When is the air date for this? Is it possible to give the role to Choi Siwon after he's done with Athena? I hope he accepts it though... if ever.

Well, I'm not sure I'd personally like Keun Suk in such a role again and so soon. I mean, it could somehow pigeonhole him. He'd be great in it, but it would feel like more of the same too soon.
Plus, I love him to bits, but he's not in a physical position to seem like a man wanting to be a doctor. He's become ridiculously skinny lately and unless he gained his weight back in time, I woudn't buy it. A guy who is a health freak and a good tennis player wouldn't be so skinny.

As much as I think Keun Suk would be awesome, I can't let my fangirlsm do the judging here. He's already in danger of being branded as an idol for the teens only and possibly missing out on a more serious and high caliber career, so I, as a fan who admires his skills, don't want to see him in a role that would just make his heartthrob status even stronger.

I love Itazura na Kiss, the anime is one of my most favorite ones and I also read some of the manga. I'd love to see Keun Suk in it, but at the same time, I want him to do different things and break away from the Tae Kyung image.

Should Lee Min Ho reconsider, I think that Moon Geun Yung might be a suitable partner. She can switch to a lighter, more playful role after the dramatic and serious one in Cinderella's Sister.

Ugh, none of the names makes me happy. I mean, Kim Hyunjoong? Jung Yonghwa? Have people seen them act?? My wall can be more expressive than them.

I'm sorry Lee Min Ho refused, but not tooo sorry. I'm not too happy about the names tossed around. I'd kind of like to see Jang Geun Seuk in the role.

No KHJ,I dont think PSH fits ther role?I don't like that Kara girl?
I think she'll ruin the show?
Idk.

But Ohh Park Bo- Young,I kinda wanna see Kim So-Eun in this role,
and yes I wish the lead role is KIM BUM!!!!!

Sandara Park has acting experience and is quite playful. She may pull it off as lead female.

Oh please!!! Not another idol lead!!!

I'd be mad if PSH doesnt get the role. She is talented and seem to fit all kind of roles. And the fact that her raising popularity 'd help the drama itself. I can total imagine SH in this role. Perfect!!!

If JGS gets to be pairing with PSH once again, I dont know how many fans 'd die spazzing. The heat for this pairing is till out there (after YB ended 8 months now )

Not to offend but KHJ and PYH could ruin the drama. I mean they are talented as sing dancea and instruments..... but their best advantage def won't lie on acting
So No thanks

Wow lots of know thank Yous to KHJ AND PYH, Honestly, I dont care who takes the lead male role. They're both rookies, so Im not going to expect much. Fighting!! for who ever takes the role...:)

KHJ is annoying twit no thanks.

Not the biggest fan of You're Beautiful tbh, and I'd be worried PSY would annoy me too much as Kotoko, her character was fairly grating in YB.

I'd prefer new leads, Kim Soo Hyun and Kim so Eun maybe?

Actually the more I think about it the more I think PSH and JKS 'd be best for the roles
1. They already have the huge fanbase
2. they have kiss experiences
3. They fit the charaters perfectly!
4. They do enjoy each other touching company so , numbers of skindip wont be a problem
6 It's about time to get back on screen , kids!!!

That's all for now ^^

Lee Min Ho would be a perfect Zhi Shu (played by Joe Cheng)!!! And Xiang Qin would be adorable and cute if Park Bo Young would portray her.. as much as I respect Ariel Lin.. her character was annoying sometimes..

Lee Min Ho + Park Bo Young.. yeah it would be THE DREAM TEAM.. or at least dream couple..

Please NO KHJ not until he undergo some intense acting lessons for at least 6 months!!!

No EJ in CH please!!!

She is not bad but still unconsistent and I really dont see much chemistry from her

Male lead Choi Sinwon/ JGS
Female lead PSH is the best at her range ^^

I was so excited too when i first heard about lee min ho as lead for this... he would be SO PERFECT. But alas, it never turns out the way i want it too booooo!! I do agree though, he would probably have been typecasted if he did this role, and while i had my heart set on him being lead, if its for the greater good i could let this go ^^

But kim hyun joong, please please please god no. i would never see him in another drama again. the expressionless eyes... the completely wooden acting... i swear he's the worst actor i've ever seen. i have absolutely no hope for him being an actor. he's nice to look at, but he's got no future in this business :3

Jung Yong Hwa and Park Shin Hye are cute together, and i would watch it if they're the two leads, but i do have some reservations about the pairing since they were already in You're Beautiful not that long ago. Hmm, it would be perfect if Park Bo-Young was cast, it really makes me sad that she's not able to get work because of all of the legal issues. She is such a talented young actress :)

oh i don't know. i am somehow happy lee min ho declined the lead role. and as much as i love jgs & psh in you're beautiful, seeing them in a completely new drama together might not actually work...

kim so eun is cute but i don't know if she can handle the lead, though. she kinda reminds me of lee dae hee.. sweet and innocent...

as for the lead male... it is something to watch out for... i wanna be surprised...

your writing and comments from others make me really wan to see Playfull kiss... which 1 is better ? Japanese or Taiwanese version???
and as many ppl said here, the 1st thing that came my mind when i saw the article was LMH .... but quite a dissapointing articles. want more of him in mini-screen

I kinda wonder.
Min-ho has nothing coming up?
So if he decline this?
What is he going to do?
Anyways,Kim-Bum and Kim So-Eun ALL THE WAYY!

I knew LMH wasn't going to take it! I feel like he's either looking for something dark or something entirely comical for his next role, just for a change. I mean this role is kinda similar to BOF. And please, no Han Seungyeon, I think she lacks expression on stage, she has a pretty smile, but as a leading actress? No please.

I don't know why, but Taecyon came up in my mind as a good option for the male lead. It's good that Lee Min-Ho is trying to broaden his range and not sticking to the stereotype, as good an actor he is. I don't want KHJ/JGS/JH, they're just not my idea of a manly man. They need a lot of workout and acing up their acting skills.

As for the female lead, Kim So-eun might not be too bad. But, Lee Bo-Young was perfect! A small part of me still wants lee Min-Ho to be there.

what about Kim bum?

Kim Hyun Joong & (San)DARA Park from 2NE1

- or -

Reunite Yoo Seung Ho & Kim So Eun!!!!

:D

Oh @ 43: The taiwanese one! granted its a bit long, and some of the acting by some supporting actors isn't all that strong, but the lead cast were totally awesome! and the lead couple has a lot of chemistry. Plus the Japanese version is a bit old(er) and personally I don't like to watch anything older than 5 or 6 years.
I say watch a bit of both before you decide.