Jung Yong-hwa quits Heirs citing difference of opinion
by javabeans
Huh, this is a surprise: Jung Yong-hwa has announced he is leaving the production of He Who Wears the Crown, Endure Its Weight: Heirs (which we’ll just call Heirs, since I think the full title is lame—look into taglines, show). Granted he’s already got a full-time job leading an idol band so it’s not like his schedule isn’t busy, but the reason being cited isn’t a packed agenda but a “difference of opinion with producers.”
I say it’s surprising because this drama is about as close as you get to a sure thing (at this stage, I mean, where we’re going purely based on past records and logline descriptions): We’ve got star writer Kim Eun-sook at the helm (having propelled slick, bantery shows like Secret Garden, A Gentleman’s Dignity, and On Air to ratings heights), and Lee Min-ho (Faith) and Park Shin-hye (Flower Boy Next Door) are signed on as the leads. True, Jung Yong-hwa’s role wasn’t the primary lead, but as the guy destined to be disappointed in love in a hot new trendy, he was primed to rake in the sympathy points.
However, according to his agency, Jung’s reps and the producers were unable to meet eye to eye on his character. It was Jung’s side that decided he would leave the show, though reportedly both sides were in mutual agreement.
I’ll be frank: I shed no tears over this news. I do like Jung Yong-hwa and CN Blue is a great poppy rock band whose songs are an instant pick-me-up. I think he can be dryly amusing, which we saw a bit of in You’ve Fallen For Me. On the other hand, he has very little dynamism to his acting, and he tends to feel flat in his line readings and emotions, so I don’t think he’s on par with either Lee Min-ho or Park Shin-hye. So if his departure means someone else gets the opportunity to really step it up and infuse some energy up in this hizzy, I’m all for it. Plus, yes, I think I can go a few more years before seeing Yong-hwa and Park Shin-hye paired together again. I know dramaland is a tiny world and repairings are hard to avoid at some point, but three times in three years is a bit much.
So instead, Jung Yong-hwa will focus on his upcoming world tour with CN Blue, then work on recording a new album with the band in the latter half of the year. He is also looking at different acting projects.
Heirs, meanwhile, is aiming for a fall premiere; October’s the tentative date.
Via TV Report
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1 Maris
April 26, 2013 at 4:08 AM
Really sad for many reasons. But respect his decision. Wish him all the best always.
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pabo ceo reom
April 26, 2013 at 1:24 PM
Can't say I'm sad ...or even slightly disappointed. I like him as a band leader and variety guest, but his "acting" is just not good. Of course, that goes for the the vast majority of idols-turned-actors out there.
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 3:45 PM
I am sad about the way everything happened and all the backlash he has been facing since his casting news. All I know is that he is a gifted musician whom I enjoy listening and watching. His agency should have handled things better.
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2 Belle3005
April 26, 2013 at 4:11 AM
I think he did a wise decision,I've had enough of seeing him in second lead territory. YAY!
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alua
April 26, 2013 at 10:12 AM
I would rather see him as second lead than first. At this point, he isn't able to carry a drama.
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mooses
April 26, 2013 at 11:52 AM
lmao he was only 2nd lead like once..
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Belle3005
April 27, 2013 at 2:12 AM
The guy can't act. And I was really bummed out that his character as Shin Woo in You're Beautiful because all he does is just brood the entire time. I was able to look past his lack of acting chops back then since YB was my first serious K-drama ever but after watching him in Heartstrings (LOL I totally forgot that I've watched him as a main guy lead simply because he was so unmemorable) I sorta concluded that Yonghwa should totally stick to making music. Man,Heartstrings was really slow and not very memorable.
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rosy
May 2, 2013 at 1:00 PM
agree
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rosy
May 2, 2013 at 1:03 PM
meant i agree with his decision to not do the show. pesonally, i believe he can act and had to carry park shin hye in heartstrings
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Yonghwa
October 13, 2013 at 2:07 PM
Don't comment about yonghwa like that. You can hurt other peoples feelings, like me. And it's not like you can act better. So gtfo
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3 Aiya
April 26, 2013 at 4:13 AM
Yay! Now I'm curious as to who will replace him. :) Not an idol, puhleaaze?
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anonymous
April 26, 2013 at 4:26 AM
I want Kim Woobin.
He will be great pairing with Lee Minho ;-) :-)
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apple
April 26, 2013 at 4:51 AM
I think Im Siwan would be a great choice!
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tamagoxyaki
April 26, 2013 at 5:33 AM
I agree siwan would be good in this he's one of the few good idol actors.
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Lilian
April 27, 2013 at 9:27 AM
ooh...I gotta add on some point for HyungShik. I liked him since his stint in Sirius. Awesome !!
Bengbeng
April 26, 2013 at 5:07 AM
I love Kim Woobin too!!!
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AJ
April 26, 2013 at 5:33 AM
Kim Woo-bim would be great, but I want to see him get out of second lead territory too!
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qwerty385
April 26, 2013 at 5:59 AM
How about Lee Joon in Heirs? :) I think it's good
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Soo Won
April 26, 2013 at 6:50 AM
oh my! jooon?! well.... since hes MY cutepie for now, i dont really wanna see him pout and cry over shin hye... ;)
anyways, think its about time for the BLAQ boys to do sth a BIT more music-oriented! (a comeback hopefully?!!... its been like AGES!!)
but i think hongki has had his share of albums and stuff this year, so why not ask for our JEREMY back?!! ^^ :))) oooooh i miss him like CRAZY!!!! not in a "muscle girl" thing again! an ACTUAL drama!
WE WANT YOU BACK HONGKI-YA!! ;D
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pogo - sailing HMS Queen of Tears and HMS Sailboat Lovely Runner🍉
April 26, 2013 at 7:23 AM
No, I want to see Woobie as main lead with Park Shin-hye one day, not playing second banana - even to Lee Min-ho!
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am
April 26, 2013 at 8:44 AM
I'm gonna have a mega Second Lead Syndrome if they cast Kim WooBin.
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 9:10 AM
Yes, good choice!
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Nafiza
April 26, 2013 at 11:56 AM
I would be SO TORTURED on who to ship if it's Woo Bin!
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anna
April 26, 2013 at 12:25 PM
OMFG! I want this so bad, but he's busy with Friend 2. I really want him back in dramaland like NOW! His buddy is rumored to be in a drama while still filming a movie, so please if not too much to ask, I want him in a drama soon too.
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hawaiianseoul
April 26, 2013 at 6:49 PM
Hmm not an idol huh?
Well, they should try casting Go Kyung Pyo as the second male lead. I want to see him act this kind of character too. lololol
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V
April 26, 2013 at 6:02 AM
That's a little disappointing but now I'm really curious to see what was wrong with the role. Cuz something must have been odd to turn off Yongwha O_O! hmmmm, lets see....october hurry up!!!!
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Cynthia
April 26, 2013 at 9:08 AM
I don't think it was a matter of what was 'wrong' with the role - I think that Yong Hwa finally woke up and figured that a second lead role was a step back in his acting career and was probably written too close to his 2nd banana lead in YB. And with the same actress for the third time? No way, no matter how friendly he and PSH are in real life. Whatever project he takes on next (acting) he's got to be in a winner, if just to 'save face' with his CN Blue bandmates who have all been in high profile, successful dramas (You Who Rolled In Unexpectedly, Gentlemen's Dignity and My Daughter,Seo Young), and have done really well in their roles.
I'm glad he was sensible and rethought being involved in this drama.
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AJ
April 26, 2013 at 9:29 AM
I agree with every things you said! The other members make fun of him for how his first two dramas went, the next one needs to be a winner for him.
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 9:19 PM
That is just leg pulling ...the type of fun that is done between siblings or very close friends. They all do it to each other
Russe12
April 26, 2013 at 9:30 AM
I remember someone commenting that they wished Go Kyung-pyo had gotten this role and I agree with that 100%! However, I wouldn't mind Kim Woo-bin or Hong-ki oppa signing on ;)
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mav
April 26, 2013 at 10:08 AM
OMG Go Kyung - Pyo!!! Someone spam the production team email and make that happen!
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hawaiianseoul
April 26, 2013 at 6:51 PM
YES ON GO KYUNG PYO!!!
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Pakykul
April 29, 2013 at 10:18 PM
I don't think so. He's just in Flower Boy Next Door.
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MeeisLee
April 26, 2013 at 4:48 PM
I would absolutely LOVEEEEE to see Jung Il Woo take this project. I'm interested to see if the bestie dynamic would also play into their roles and on screen chemistry! And plus I just love Jung Il Woo in anything :).
If I can't have Jung Il Woo, I wouldn't mind seeing Kim Woobin (still having some slight withdrawl from School 2013).
Or even Park Shin Hye's Heartstrings co-star Lee Hyun Jin. He was such a scene stealer! And I haven't seen him in anything since!
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Yonghwa
October 13, 2013 at 2:09 PM
The person who is taking over is minhyuk, yonghwa's band member. Cnblue
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4 red
April 26, 2013 at 4:22 AM
wish him all the best! yeay! i hope the crew cast someone good who can compare with lee min ho.
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5 mere09
April 26, 2013 at 4:23 AM
well done yonghwa, and who's gonna replace him? hope not an idol
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skelly
April 26, 2013 at 8:23 AM
I would dearly love for this to go to someone who is NOT an idol, someone who might have a smidgen of actual acting talent, but I doubt it. Knowing the trend lately, it's bound to go to some other idol who, incredibly, may have even less acting ability than Jung.
That being said, Woobin was in another of her dramas...
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seoulflysea
April 26, 2013 at 11:14 AM
Woobin is currently busy filming the movie "Friends 2" so unless that movie wraps up, there is virtually no possibility he can take this role. Plus, I would like to see him take on a leading actor's role.
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angel
April 27, 2013 at 2:41 AM
Best news ever.
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6 Faye
April 26, 2013 at 4:25 AM
I am a fan of CN Blue and Yong-Hwa, and this news won't change that -- but at the same time, I can be honest and say this was handled so, so poorly. I think you can be happy about the news and still admit this chain of events was very unprofessional. If there were strings attached to JYH’s acceptance of the role, FNC should have delayed announcing his participation in the show until they resolved those issues. This does not reflect well on FNC (and by extension JYH, even though it might not be his fault) — certainly not at a time when they’re trying to expand CN Blue’s profile abroad.
I have a hard time believing the World Tour was the reason for this delay. Concert dates have to be scheduled months in advance, and they knew what the schedule, more or less, was going to be. So the reasons are either 1) they really were turned off by the character (and if so, huh? Do agencies usually have that much control over characterization in a drama?) or 2) they did this because of negative netizen response (in which case, they seem very cowardly). Either way, it is not a good thing to announce his participation and make a comittment, then pull out when nothing significant like a family emergency occured in the interim.
I still like CN Blue and Yong-Hwa, have respect for them as musicians, and really hope to see them in concert this year. However, this whole incident leaves a bad taste in my mouth, so to speak. I hope FNC acts with more professionalism and better judgment in the future when making these types of decisions.
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V
April 26, 2013 at 6:08 AM
omg if netizen's negativity had something to do with this then I'm disappointed aswell in their cowardly ways to handle it. ):
But i think something must have been off with the role? why do they do this to us, dont announce things so earlyyyy then. xD
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Faye
April 26, 2013 at 6:26 AM
Obviously it's all speculation on my part, but I have a hard time believing the "couldn't agree on the part" story. JYH hasn't seemed so picky in the past. And let's just say that is true, that he really wanted a great role and would only play it if it met his and FNC's requirements -- if that was the case, wouldn't they make that clear to the drama producers? Wouldn't he wait until the character was fleshed out, review it, and then make a decision and accept or reject it?
This business of the agency announcing he's in, then pulling him out, is just weird to me, and doesn't seem to logically support the reason they're giving. Even in a regular job, you always ask what it entails before you accept it, no? That's what makes me think there's something else behind it.
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kaka
April 26, 2013 at 6:40 AM
There is a speculation about package casting. I don't know what is the truth, but If that is true, then poor him. :(
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checkinout
April 26, 2013 at 6:09 PM
Talk is FNC tried to pull a package deal with the production and they did not bite so they pulled him out. And they left him to take the blame by citing 'differences in opinion'. They likely used that excuse instead of 'too busy' because they are probably trying to cast him in another drama that would accept their package deal. FNC's greed and incompetence in dealing with this is really baffling. From netizen's comments, Yong Hwa's taking the brunt of this for his supposed 'arrogance' given KES is such a revered writer.
Poor boy looked gloomy yesterday during their Japan fan-meeting. He had been absolutely bursting with excitement at this opportunity, even spoiling it during his concert in Singapore.
myweithisway
April 26, 2013 at 6:47 AM
Problem is, in the kdrama industry, you often don't have the luxury of waiting for the character to be fleshed out before signing on. It's a lot of make it up as you go. There's a good chance they sign on with just a synopsis and maybe the script of the first episode.
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Faye
April 26, 2013 at 6:59 AM
It's far enough in advance that they must have had some idea of what was involved. And again - if the role he was going to play was so important that he'd rather pull out if it didn't meet expectations, it was unprofessional to sign up in the first place.
skelly
April 26, 2013 at 8:32 AM
I am really puzzled by the reason, too. Why raise everyone's eyebrows over "couldn't agree with the producer" when you could just say you were too busy, and with a tour coming up no one would think twice about it?
What are they trying to prove, by saying they got into a fight with the producers - and over his role? I mean, the thought of him having artistic sensibilities about the nuances of acting would make a pig-rabbit laugh. So I am very curious about what really went down.
Mrmz
April 26, 2013 at 1:10 PM
I'm not really affected my this news, & I do think Faye might be an itsi bitsy harsh on him, but i think Skelly makes a valid point, and the source of why people feel disappointed from this whole thing.
bjharm
April 26, 2013 at 8:03 AM
I have no trouble with him, I do not know his music so no comment and as an "Idol" actor he just good enough to do the job asked of him but I would guess he had very little if any say in the way things worked out, I mean he hardly a good enough actor to complain about his role, heck at this stage its a strech to even call him an actor he so wooden. So that kind of leaves the ball in his companies court, we never know the whys I guess it could be money it could even be be billing, maybe his company wanted him billed before Park Shin-hye and Lee Min-ho? [as if]
I seen him in Running Man and he seem a nice guy, so it a pity he getting messing up this way.
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7 Andrea
April 26, 2013 at 4:26 AM
At first I was ecstatic: "Yes, Oppa has a new project! With Shin Hye and Min Ho!". But then I remembered he and Shin Hye had starred in three dramas together and I was like "God, why? Don't pair them off again! Twice is enough!".
I admit I was a little bit sad when I read the news earlier, part of me wanted to see three of my favorite faces together on screen... but I think is for the best. More projects will come, eventually. Now I'm curious to see who will they cast.
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8 Mystisith
April 26, 2013 at 4:26 AM
Let me just say, I'm happy with the decision:
A pairing seen and reseen and him who's basically not the worst but also not the best actor.
“Difference of opinion with producers.” ??
I already have the feeling that this cast was imposed on the writer (which is famous for her ratings hits if not for her writing) and you want to tell Ma'am how to write your character? W.T.F? People would kill to work with her and there is battalions of marketable idols out there. Take it or leave it!
Possible replacers:
Shin Won Ho (crucified drama stealer needs his revenge).
JGS (that could be his rebirth role if acting is still his thing).
Park Min Woo (who's underused in the Virus).
Choi Woo Sik (who has to graduate from his status of maknae in TEN).
Kim Joo Young (maknae of Vampy).
Lee Hyun Soo (L).
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anonymous
April 26, 2013 at 4:33 AM
Nobody can impose anything on Kim Eun-suk. She has the biggest influence in SBS as far as writers go. She picks her cast and time slot as well.
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Mystisith
April 26, 2013 at 4:49 AM
That's what I would like to believe. Sincerely.
Sadly, the K drama world is evolving very fast and now the cast is more and more chosen by the (J) investors and the brands used as PPL. At least if you want to have an ambitious production... Even being the chicken that lays the golden egg for SBS (which on a sidenote is underperforming with its dramas lately and then needs even more external financial help), she must have to negotiate at some point. :(
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am
April 26, 2013 at 8:55 AM
Wow. So basically she's the Law.
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seoulflysea
April 26, 2013 at 11:19 AM
You didn't see "On Air", did you? The implications and influence of entertainment companies foisting their "stars" is unimaginable. Yes, KES is a hit-writer. But she is not powerful enough to deny offering "stars" their roles if she was pushed. If you didn't see "On Air," I highly recommend it. It may open your eyes to the K-drama industry.
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jules
April 26, 2013 at 4:50 AM
Hm, I kind of thought that the reason he agreed to cameo in AGD was because he was promised a second lead role in KES's next drama. *shrugs*
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Mystisith
April 26, 2013 at 5:12 AM
Nah... Those kind of cameos are decided at the last minute if an opportunity arises (buzz & promotion, win-win). Same for Sooyoung in AGD. Casting for one drama (and scheduling of its airing) is already difficult so imagine if they had to anticipate for the next one. K Dramaland: Here and now.
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jules
April 26, 2013 at 7:37 AM
Heh, good point.
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Abbie
April 26, 2013 at 8:19 AM
I assumed he did a cameo on AGD because his bandmate was in it. Maybe I was wrong?
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aramint
April 26, 2013 at 5:45 AM
for me, the difference in opinions is actually a good thing. yes, a writer decides on the story n the characters, but the actors are the ones bringing them to life. which is why i believe actors should be allowed to voice their concerns as well. they're a package, one can't stand without the other.
otherwise, we're gonna have more cases whereby the actors (if i'm not mistaken, jung il woo was one of them) themselves did not understand and unwilling to act the characters, but were forced to just go with the flow.
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정남
April 26, 2013 at 6:16 AM
No on JGS please God do not give him a role in anything I have any interest in. I'm sorry but Jang Geun Seuk is terrible
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Honora
April 26, 2013 at 6:42 AM
He and his damn hair
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Mystisith
April 26, 2013 at 6:48 AM
That's why it could be nice. * Prepares the hair clipper*.
He was good in Lovers in Prague. I'm nostalgic...
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Maricel
April 26, 2013 at 10:09 AM
Terrible as an actor , you mean?! I don't agree with you at all. His acting is awesome, i believe he is one of the most talented young star of his age. Way more than Lee Min Hot.
If you refer to his style and fashion sense, i agree. He had made terrible choices, and for so long that is not funny anymore u,u
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정남
April 26, 2013 at 10:31 AM
To me his off screen persona as well as his fashion have made him so unlikeable to me he could be a great actor and I still wouldn't like him. I only watched him in Hong Gil Dong and he re-defined wooden acting he could have improved I just haven't watched anything with him in it since then
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 4:00 PM
I agree that the thing I dislike about him is his hairstyle and fashion sense. Both terrible! But what makes me admire him is how much he has achieved solely on his own from a very young age. That was through sheer determination, will power and talent. Some of his interviews give us an insight to his thinking. He shows tremendous intelligence and maturity.
As far as acting is concerned, he was wonderful in portraying his role in YB. He was good in Beethoven virus too. He can act in my opinion.
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gretac
April 26, 2013 at 5:20 PM
I love that JGS is a non-conformist with his hair, fashion, thinking, everything. Too much conformity in kdramaland - people get really conservative about anything off-beat. JGS is truly creative, which sometimes includes a touch of madness! - not literally, in his case, but that off-beat, quirky, willingness to be different? I love it. I think it makes him lonely.
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eny
April 26, 2013 at 8:20 PM
actually i never like him in anything but for acting actually he's good the problem is his role choice is bad, agree about more than lee min ho but still joo won is the best in their age for me
9 anonymous
April 26, 2013 at 4:34 AM
Nobody can impose anything on Kim Eun-suk. She has the biggest influence in SBS as far as writers go. She picks her cast and time slot as well.
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seoulflysea
April 26, 2013 at 11:29 AM
Unless you have some inside information no one else is aware of, you'd have to prove some credible evidence for me to believe it.
It's SBS that decides on time slots. They know that KES' work usually generates big ratings so THEY (NOT KES) arrange to air the drama when most people are available to watch it. SBS does this because advertisers will pay big money to air their commercials either before or immediately after the drama episode airs. If KES failed to write for any hit dramas, SBS would not bother to carefully plan out the schedule for the airing of the dramas. And what writer DOESN'T pick the cast? That happens with American television writers as well.
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liz
April 26, 2013 at 3:01 PM
People are saying Yonghwa really wanted to do it but because the drama pds/staff didn't accept his company requests, YonGHwa company decided to take him out of the drama. It seems hey wanted to put another idol/actor of their company in the drama too together with YongHwa but the staff drama didn't accept it, there is also things about OST, they must requested that had a OST with CNBLUE or Yonghwa and again they were rejected by the writer and staff drama.
You can see that most of times an actor is casted someone from their company is also casted as a side role.
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10 kaka
April 26, 2013 at 4:34 AM
Thank you, JB!
As Yonghwa fans, my reaction is torn in half.
I'm sad because:
1. I will not get weekly dose of Yonghwa on small screen.
2. I'm worry about the effect of this decision toward his career in drama circle. I think rejecting highly influential script writer because he doesn't like the script, then announcing that reason to the world is not considered as good PR move. Even right now he get some extent of backlash because of this T.T
On the bright side, I'm happy because:
1. He doesn't need to juggle between drama-filming and world tour.
2. Without Yonghwa-Shinhye rumor circulating the drama, viewers will be able to concentrate more into the OTP.
3. He doesn't get backlash for repeat pairing with Shinhye.
4. I have a hope that he will get better role and drama next time.
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 6:16 AM
Good points!
I don't think his drama career will be affected. He is too popular and well liked. People will talk regardless of what he does or does not do.
It's just such a pity to see a young, talented, hardworking wonderful person having to go through all this for whatever reasons....that really does not matter. Looking at the positive side.....he will be a stronger person for having experienced it. Knowing a little of his personality, he will bounce back.
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kaka
April 26, 2013 at 6:26 AM
Thank you! I hope so :)
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Faye
April 26, 2013 at 6:56 AM
I posted a comment and the board ate it, so I'm not sure if I can remember what I was going to say. But here goes: Yong-Hwa is talented and hard-working, and I'm sure there will be no long-term repercussions for his career. But there may be some. Frankly, if I was a drama producer/director, I would think twice before hiring him because of this incident. I am responsible for hiring as part of my job, and if I knew someone had made a committment and then backed out like that, I would really question their reliability.
I don't know if it's FNC or Yong-Hwa responsible for this, but whoever is did something unprofessional and short-sighted. If the character was a deal-breaker for them, they should have insisted on knowing more details BEFORE agreeing to take it and issuing an official announcement from his agency.
I still like JYH and CN Blue. But just because you admire someone's talent and are a fan does not mean you have to blindly support every decision they make. Issuing an announcement before knowing the details was wrong. As I said before, I hope they show better judgment in the future. Not saying this to be mean -- saying it for *his* sake.
And moving on . . .I'm still looking forward to the drama, and am excited to see the LMH-PSH pairing. Heirs fighting!
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kaka
April 26, 2013 at 9:04 AM
Your comment make my sad reason no. 2 growing bigger and bigger. :(
I'm agree with you, though, about the lack of professionalism from Yonghwa/FNC's side. From business POV, drama makers couldn't care less about who is the real decision maker behind all of this. For them, artists and their agency are basically one unit. But maybe because I'm not a businessman and just a regular fan, my concern lies more with the artist. If there is an indication that the artist get a backlash because of other people's wrong decision, then what else can I do as a fan except support him?
As I said, my reaction is torn in a half. But I'm still hoping the best for him
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kaka
April 26, 2013 at 9:32 AM
Damn, grammar mistake!
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Faye
April 26, 2013 at 10:16 AM
@kaka - I don't think you have to be too worried. You know how it is -- everybody talks, but it blows over soon. He didn't steal or break the law or anything. I was just giving my 2c on the whole incident.
And just to make it clear, I am an unabashed fan and really want to see JYH and CN Blue do well. I was trying to explain a perspective on how this maybe was not handled very well, and that disappoints me because I'm a fan and have high expectations for them. I have a higher standard for him because he's handled his career really well so far. But, as always, Yong-Hwa and CN Blue fighting! :)
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 9:09 AM
You are absolutely right about the whole set up being less than professional. His agency should have foreseen the pitfalls of commitment without seeing the script or not knowing the character to be played. There is more than meets the eye. We can only conjecture to our hearts desire without knowing what went behind the scenes.
I somehow have the feeling that it was a mutual decision between all parties concerned and thats one reason he will not face repercussions. Also, he has worked for SBS a lot of time. In fact he has done that with all the stations and has a good standing with all.
The only truth is that JYH backing out of a commitment that he was excited about. I feel empathy towards him for being in this position just like i would for any other young person in this situation. I really wish him well.
I am looking forward to seeing this drama too. Everyone will be more focused towards the pairing of LMH and Shinhye. Do hope her character in the drama is a good one. I am still excited about it. It's just that this incident does leave an unpleasant effect.
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11 LangitBiru
April 26, 2013 at 4:35 AM
Yes, i don't care much but maybe what netizens comments get thru him somehow. so what's the disagreement all about or is it just want to cover the rumour about him and Park Shin Hye dating.
all the best for him and hope his replacement will be the non-idol
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meanrice
April 26, 2013 at 6:30 AM
Wait...no goguma couple?
I thought that was the relationship he has to hide.
My little pretend world is kind of crushed.
Also, i may need a life.
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owl
April 26, 2013 at 7:06 AM
haha, meanrice - "little pretend world" in a big pretned kdrama world *smile*
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12 Hko
April 26, 2013 at 4:37 AM
Omg ! The best news I've heard. Yuppi Yuppi yay ! Hahah I'm so happy ! I hate this guy! And I hated his casting's bad effect on the whole drama. (u know him and PSH.)
I'm going to throw a party and celebrate it ! Plus min ho oppa is soooooo enough for the production to be PERFECT !
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Musings
April 26, 2013 at 4:26 PM
Strong words
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13 nakai
April 26, 2013 at 4:46 AM
Noona is proud of you Yonghwa ya !
And WooHOO ~~~ I'm happy I dont have to force myself to watch the show.
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nakai
April 26, 2013 at 5:35 AM
Thanks jb for the news !
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14 crazedlu
April 26, 2013 at 4:52 AM
Woo to the hoo. There's still a real possibility they could cast down, but I'm hoping it's up we're headed. Glad CN Blue will be his focus. Love their catchy tunes and his voice. Maybe he realized his character was the same broody but loving dude from his last two roles and was like, should I play this dude again? If so, applause, Yonghwa. Applause.
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15 maldita
April 26, 2013 at 5:07 AM
Thank God. I really think he should just stick to CN Blue 'cause his acting is not that impressive anyway.
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16 kdramalover
April 26, 2013 at 5:18 AM
Can Yonghwa's role go to Hongki?!!! I Mean he needs to chase for the girl one more time ^^
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Soo Won
April 26, 2013 at 5:52 AM
MY WORD!!!
may it happen drama gods?! plzzzzzzz....????? :))))))))
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altair
April 26, 2013 at 6:53 AM
What is Hongki doing these days? Jeremy will forever be one of my favorite characters in kdrama land!
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marid
April 26, 2013 at 6:56 AM
We got Married.... I only seen the first episode but the akwardness is soo much fun. But yes I would love to see him in a drama again!
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17 snow_white
April 26, 2013 at 5:20 AM
I'm sad with this news as I love Park Shin Hye-Jung Yong Hwa pair..... :(
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18 Mommai
April 26, 2013 at 5:30 AM
Not sad here (love Yong-hwa, but there are a few reasons), but I am wondering what the "backlash" will be of his joining and departure being this way.
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19 Nilechoclat
April 26, 2013 at 6:01 AM
I am really sad For him but I blame his company actually after What I read on NetizenBuzz showing how much his company so greedy :(
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20 Caitlyn
April 26, 2013 at 6:13 AM
I'm glad he's pulled out, i didn't want to see him and Shin Hye together again anyway. I do agree that it maybe wasn't the smartest move to agree to the show and have that publicised, and then pull out because you didn't like the character. But i do wonder if it was just another role like the ones he's played, and he didn't want to play that role again.
He really can't act very well so I think he should just stick to leading CN Blue because that is something he is really good at.
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21 misslenis23
April 26, 2013 at 6:15 AM
Simon will be good choice for this..but I want Lee joon. .lol the psycho just got me...
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22 meanrice
April 26, 2013 at 6:26 AM
Choi Woo-Shik is a bloody brilliant choice.
So is JGS only because i want to see that. Werent he and LMH up for Gu Jun-Pyo?
If the 2nd lead is supposed to be slightly evil may I suggest
Seo In Guk
Choi Daniel
Joo Won
Or just because a girl can dream and i would love to see these three actors on screen together Lee Jun-Ki.
I know none of these fools are 2nd leads, and are leading men, but i dont care. My math adds up to being awesome performances.
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Mystisith
April 26, 2013 at 6:33 AM
As far as I know (and that could change), character is a high schooler: They are going to cast someone young or young looking. I like Daniel Choi but he is too old now (& LMH is already a stretch imo).
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pogo - sailing HMS Queen of Tears and HMS Sailboat Lovely Runner🍉
April 26, 2013 at 7:49 AM
lol LMH did not look like a teenager even in BBF, I can't even imagine how they'll try to pass him off for one now. I mean, I like the man but he does look older than his age, which is usually to his advantage.
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meanrice
April 26, 2013 at 9:12 AM
Darn. Hope it changes because I can suspend my disbelief for other worldly things, but not for a high schooler being involved in chaebol activities. College/Uni yes, hs no. Because it is unbelievable that your mom may still pack your lunch, you need zit cream, and you have the stress of running mommy/daddy's company.
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Mar
April 26, 2013 at 4:05 PM
Yoo ah in will always look good as a high schooler, but his acting is just too good to be the second lead, and he's doing jang ok jung, so maybe no drama in the mean time
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Lixie
April 26, 2013 at 6:40 AM
I think JGS or Joo Won would be impossible because once actors cross the distance to main lead they won't accept going back will they??? Is that common? The only example of this I remember is Jung Il Woo going from FBRS to Moon. Any others?
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anonymous
April 26, 2013 at 7:45 AM
Jae-hee-from DGCH to every drama after.
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eny
April 26, 2013 at 8:28 PM
i guess you are wrong, i read his filmografi n watch many of his drama but jae hee only act as second role in Jang ok jung. In May queen he's the lead not Kim jae won if you say he's the second lead it means you never watch the story. I guess there's something special about that role untill he accept that.
There's actor take many second role but he always get attention for his acting more than the lead. he's kim sung so
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pogo - sailing HMS Queen of Tears and HMS Sailboat Lovely Runner🍉
April 26, 2013 at 7:52 AM
Sung Joon... from Shut Up Flower Boy Band and Can We Get Married, to Gu Family Book where he isn't even the actual second lead.
And Han Chae-young in Ad Genius Lee Tae-baek.
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Lixie
April 26, 2013 at 8:03 AM
I'll find out who are these people eheheh, I'm still kind of new to dramaland. :)
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Maris
April 26, 2013 at 9:16 AM
Sung joon would be good too!
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Dix
April 26, 2013 at 8:44 AM
@Lixie
I think that mentality is changing and I'm glad. I sometimes find the second lead roles in a lot of dramas to be more meaty than the lead. The two leads in Gentle Man's Dignity were the least interesting in that drama. Also being a lead doesn't mean you become the most popular in a drama in a lot of cases. Like the playboy in Gentle Man's Dignity was the most popular with people and he even became more known because of that drama even though he was the lead in many dramas before. Had he acted pompous and not take that role, he won't be as well known as he is now.
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Lixie
April 27, 2013 at 7:15 AM
Dix I'd say the 4 guys in GD were the leads, I know one of them had a bit more time but I would still consider all 4 to be the leads.
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23 lemonade candy
April 26, 2013 at 6:46 AM
i'm not actually excited on the first place; so i'm not actually excited hearing this either...*emotionless*
get shim changmin to replace him! lol~
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24 J
April 26, 2013 at 6:59 AM
Seo In Guk as replacement? Or, Sung Joon? They are all tall, dark and handsome - perfect for JYH's fill-in!
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25 ayleen
April 26, 2013 at 7:07 AM
Sad yong hwa couldn't make it, how about choi siwon as the second lead?
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