Choi Jin-hyuk to play Lee Min-ho’s brother in Heirs
by girlfriday
Welp, Heirs just gets better and better. Confirmations are in for Choi Jin-hyuk, who has signed on to join the cast of SBS’s Heirs, starring Lee Min-ho and Park Shin-hye, due out this fall. The actor is currently enjoying his first big buzzed-about role as Seung-gi’s Gumiho Daddy in Gu Family Book, and now he’ll be headed straight to the next big buzz project of the year. More Choi Jin-hyuk is always a good thing, rain or shine, but it’s great to see him on the rise.
The next drama from star writer Kim Eun-sook (A Gentleman’s Dignity, Secret Garden) and PD Kang Shin-hyo of Tazza and Midas will be a 20-episode trendy drama about uber-rich high-schoolers, said to be Gossip Girl-esque. Lee Min-ho plays the lead, a high school student named Kim Tan, and Choi Jin-hyuk will play his older half-brother, Kim Won. The hyung will be thirty-one in the drama, so that makes him the only member of the cast playing older than his real age. I’m more worried about everyone else playing teenagers, but whatchoo gonna do?
Choi Jin-hyuk’s character will be a bright young executive who runs his family’s giant conglomerate. He’s (obviously) rich, but is also accomplished and capable, and basically perfect. That can only mean Lee Min-ho will be his opposite, and be imperfect in every way. I’m not too thrilled about the chaebol heir exec type for Choi Jin-hyuk, just because he’s played that role a lot, but this show isn’t exactly going to be doing new things (*coughBoysOverFlowerscough*). It’s just hopefully going to be doing old tricks in new and better ways.
Heirs airs Wednesdays and Thursdays in October.
Via Sports Chosun
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1 Nahla JW
May 31, 2013 at 4:06 AM
im i the 1st one !!!!
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malta
May 31, 2013 at 4:34 PM
LoL. You're so genuinely excited about it XD
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Pearl
June 1, 2013 at 2:19 PM
She has good reasons to be! If only this is to happen and if only he keeps smiling ironically in that drama,too. I love his left corner of the mouth risen in a creepy-but-sexy way. That and his mane of glory, but well, chaebol do not sport those. Unfortunately.
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2 Rere
May 31, 2013 at 4:06 AM
Yeaaaah.. I Love This Love Daddy Gumiho.. XD
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3 hallyuholicmom
May 31, 2013 at 4:06 AM
yey! officially my most anticipated drama for 2013.
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4 Nahla JW
May 31, 2013 at 4:07 AM
Ohhh yyesh i like dady gumiho too xxxD
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5 GrandmaFran
May 31, 2013 at 4:08 AM
yay!!!
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6 Deliane
May 31, 2013 at 4:08 AM
So true, more Choi Jin Hyuk is definitely a good thing.
Hoping that they make good use of him!
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7 anonymous
May 31, 2013 at 4:10 AM
Two hot brothers with birth issue.
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Myka
May 31, 2013 at 11:48 AM
Oh god no
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8 lazykitten
May 31, 2013 at 4:10 AM
Now I'm fully on the Heirs train!!! *squeals* Although I'm not really a fan of Gossip Girls, and all other shows falling into the same category, the cast is seriously drawing me in. I just hope it's not going to disappoint me. *crosses fingers*
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9 Mystisith
May 31, 2013 at 4:14 AM
LMH and him have really similar facial features. They could be bros. ;)
If he is supposed to be perfect, that means he will be a brain who tries to handle the misfit. Me likey.
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Trinity
May 31, 2013 at 4:44 AM
True that ...infact when i first saw CJH in Gu Family Book i mistook him to be bro of LMH !!! and wow my dream is coming true :)
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slfowie
May 31, 2013 at 10:08 AM
There was this profile pic of him in this website.. I was like holy f@#$ing S** he looks like LMH!
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kumi
May 31, 2013 at 2:26 PM
But they look like full brothers, not half-brothers.
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10 anonymous
May 31, 2013 at 4:19 AM
I just wish that his character wouldn't die in order to teach Lee Minho's character how to run the giant conglomerate like in King2Hearts.
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Mama J
May 31, 2013 at 6:16 AM
BITE YOUR TONGUE
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mav
May 31, 2013 at 8:22 AM
NOW, BITE IT NOW!
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katmoo
May 31, 2013 at 8:36 AM
That is just WRONG! Karma is my best friend and she may be visiting you soon.....
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pogo - sailing HMS Queen of Tears and HMS Sailboat Lovely Runner🍉
May 31, 2013 at 9:37 AM
NOOOOOOOOOOO DON'T SAY IT
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Gidget
May 31, 2013 at 11:54 AM
Downside: Based on the weirdly descriptive title of the drama, that's what I'm also assuming will happen.
Bright side: Faster opportunity for a drama with CJH as the lead. Preferably with mane of glory. *sigh...*
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missDVM
June 10, 2013 at 6:48 PM
Hahaha! I love your descriptions. And, yes... Having CJH in ANYTHING has me more interested in it, immediately. With or without his "mane of glory!" lol! I wasn't going to watch Heirs...but now with CJH in it, I think that I will give it a go. :) He really draws me in. He is a sexy, capable person to take the lead in a drama, I believe. I think that there are a lot of people that enjoy a *teeeeeny* bit older *coughmaturecough* type of character that actually treats women with some element of respect and has a good head on his shoulders (in real life ANNNDD in the actual drama) rather than the spoiled, rich brat of a *BOY* that ALWAYS seems to catch the heart of the female lead. I know for one, that I have severe "Second Male Lead" syndrome, because most of those (poor!) guys are the more mature and rational choice based on their hard work, ethics and treatment (usually) of the female lead. I hope that CJH continues to rise in the K-Drama/Movie world. He is really enjoyable to watch on screen, for many reasons. :)
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missDVM
June 10, 2013 at 6:52 PM
Reading my post, I suddenly realized that I could be mistaken to *not* like the male leads or perhaps even Lee Min Ho. That is definitely NOT the case. I love Min Ho. I just really, really appreciate CJH, also. :)
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ilikemangos
May 31, 2013 at 2:19 PM
Kim eun sook wouldnt do that! she just wouldnt!!
Isnt this supposed to be gossip girl esque? no DYING allowed esp if were talking about choi jin hyuk
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11 KDaddict
May 31, 2013 at 4:27 AM
Wow, that's one gorgeous looking face!
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12 Tartani
May 31, 2013 at 4:34 AM
Yipppee!! Soo many hot guys in this drama!
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13 jane29
May 31, 2013 at 4:36 AM
Too bad he can't act...
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miki
May 31, 2013 at 4:52 AM
LMH and PSH can`t act either so he wont stand out in a bad way!
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Kiara
May 31, 2013 at 5:04 AM
Lol I'd rather watch him than LMH.
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Nilechoclat
May 31, 2013 at 6:36 AM
Excuse Me If They can't act then why the writer offered them the roles seriously your comment and the above you showing nonsense words based on who you are fan of who ..........!
And please don't tell me this consider an opinion bcz it is based on nothing .
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jane29
May 31, 2013 at 7:01 AM
I'm frankly a fan of none of these actors. I don't really care about such stuff.
You know what my opinion is based on? His performance in his dramas. He's a freaking walking stiff, nothing much to see.
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True2u
May 31, 2013 at 7:29 AM
L.O.L
eny
May 31, 2013 at 8:32 AM
he can act but as flat charracter that doesn't need variatif emotion
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miki
May 31, 2013 at 1:46 PM
Because i`ve seen their work , and both of them are bland, stiff ,one dimensional type of actors whose performance is based on how well written is their character or how well directed they are, not based on their actual talent!
I can`t believe people still live in delusion that LMH and PSH are good actors but hey i`m not here to change someones opinion!
But i have my opinion and i stick to it!
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bd
June 3, 2013 at 1:27 AM
Well, considering that the writer is the one who penned the script for SG, actual acting talent probably isn't high on the list.
While the OP and others may be a bit harsh, LMH and PSY have been underwhelming in everything I have seen them in - they may have a better performance in a particular project with a good script and PD but likely not going get the good script for this one.
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hmm
May 31, 2013 at 1:24 PM
PSH can't act? lol sure
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miki
May 31, 2013 at 1:55 PM
She is overrated , mediocre and uncompelling actress always playing the same type of role and who apparently is incapable of having normal physical contact with her partners( hug ,kiss ,touch .....whatever)!
And like i already said her performance hugely depends on how well directed she is and how well written her character is!
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Nilechocolat
May 31, 2013 at 3:18 PM
She can't act when will become near to their sweety oppas, uncompelling , mediocre and overrated ·······! it is your opinion but I hope from you to watch all her works not the popular one bcz the the acting isn't just kiss or hug it is more than what you descripe.
min
June 1, 2013 at 10:25 AM
Quit exaggerating. You make it sound like she's the Kristen Stewart of Korea or smth .
Barbara Starks
June 1, 2013 at 1:04 PM
I totally agree she not a good actress and I have watch all her drama not due to her acting ability. Her success is totally base on coattail of great management that got her playing parts opposite of delicious eye candy. Sadly eye candy apply to actor, an actress need to know her stuff and what she has deliver so far it just a little worst then Kristen Stewart, at least Kristen Stewart don’t make physical contact seem disgusting. Since I have my own eye candy at home, I'm only vested in good acting, great script and if I pray enough some originality so I be skipping this one and continue with Ugly Alert.
min
June 1, 2013 at 2:18 PM
That last sentence says everything about you. I am so done.
bd
June 3, 2013 at 1:28 AM
Not going to get a well-written character/dialogue based on who the writer is.
blabla100
June 22, 2013 at 4:30 AM
i so agree with everything u said! im not a fan of either LMN or PSH, but imma definitely gonna give Heirs a try, since i reallllllly like CJH, i think he was great in Gu family, im hoping to see him as a main lead soon enough
Alexis
July 29, 2013 at 10:10 PM
So agree...PSH is so overated, like so many of the other Korean actresses in their twenty's that keep getting lead roles.
Dody
September 14, 2013 at 6:20 PM
I agree pretty much .. tough I like LMH and PSH but they are not the best out there and CJH is waaaay better .. he is just not famous enough! .. sigh!
Gidget
May 31, 2013 at 11:57 AM
LOL. Who cares!
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lu
May 31, 2013 at 3:01 PM
you and everyone who replied this person?
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Gidget
May 31, 2013 at 8:15 PM
To clarify for the unfamiliar: Who cares is a happy colloquial comment.
ie Who cares how good he is, just looking at him is enough.
*said with a big smile and a laugh*
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tamagoxyaki
June 1, 2013 at 3:36 AM
Do you mean Choi jin hyuk or Lee min ho?
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14 snow_white
May 31, 2013 at 4:45 AM
Can't wait....!!!
I just started Gu Family Book and now I know why everyone is liking him so much :-)
Yay for the whole cast....
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15 Maris
May 31, 2013 at 4:47 AM
The new addition to the cast does sound promising. My fears lie in different direction. Do hope it is not going to be too "gossip girl-esque" but will be a storyline that is original. Surely, one can expect that from a renowned writer. I also wish the characters have substance else a cast no matter how good will not be able to do justice to it. It is going to be interesting to see LMH make his being a high schooler believable. Shinhye can still just do it. I do wonder about the other female cast. October does seem far away.
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16 ck1Oz
May 31, 2013 at 4:52 AM
I am all for a good looking chaebol heir. There's never enough of them :-)
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17 Angeliam
May 31, 2013 at 4:56 AM
I am not going to watch this drama because have no time but will definitly check out his scenes
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18 Obsidiana
May 31, 2013 at 5:01 AM
Holy sh..., I´m lighting up like a christmas tree while reading this! I´ve been lurking in the shadows for far to long! But with all the good news on major dramas of this year´s second half springing up like mushrooms every day (Sword and Flower, Green Scalpel...), I couldn´t resist to spread my ever-growing joy! I won´t need any birthday presents this year, because dramaland will be providing me with more happy sappy moments than I can possibly take. Seriously, how many more eyecandy can they stuff into Heirs, before it gets too sugary sweet to enjoy without having to call a dentist:-) Thanks for the constant updates that make more than just my day, GF!
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Mia
May 31, 2013 at 7:58 PM
I second every single word you posted
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19 Mar
May 31, 2013 at 5:07 AM
Is it the new trend to have overly tall guys on one screen together, name School 2013 and this one also. Dont forget Cyrano Agency, it's not that i'm complaining though???
Seeing attractive guys all over the screen is just another heaven on earth☺☺
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20 alua
May 31, 2013 at 5:14 AM
So I now I'll be watching this for Choi Jin Hyuk and Kim Woo Bin.
And for no one else!!!
And let's hope that after that Choi Jin Hyuk goes on to even greater things.
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21 Bengbeng
May 31, 2013 at 5:30 AM
again, why high school and not college?
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pogo - sailing HMS Queen of Tears and HMS Sailboat Lovely Runner🍉
May 31, 2013 at 9:44 AM
I know, I cannot for the life of me understand.
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Kayejee
May 31, 2013 at 9:58 AM
was wondering the same thing. LMH needs to play a college boy for once.
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Elianne
May 31, 2013 at 12:55 PM
THIS.
Was just ranting about it with a friend the other day. I cannot for the life of me understand why most dramas go from high school to adulthood and skip the college years all together when the cast are CLEARLY not teens anymore.
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ilikemangos
May 31, 2013 at 2:22 PM
I was just talking about this with someone a few minutes earlier.
American shows do that alot too. Have older actors/actresses playing HIGHSCHOOL students doing things normal kids their age wouldn't be doing. Really, it wouldnt hurt to have a college setting. Then the viewers wouldnt have to suspend so much belief or cock their eyebrow at everything they say/do.
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Lotus Blossom
May 31, 2013 at 9:34 PM
LMH playing a high schooler in BOF was a stretch already. Now, 4 yrs later, he's doing the same. Eh.
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22 MaB
May 31, 2013 at 6:03 AM
Still not sure about this. Why didn't they make them college age? I don't get the reason of making this a HS Drama with cast well past HS age
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23 Net-chan
May 31, 2013 at 6:14 AM
Hmmm I'm glad but I wish he could have a LEAD role someday...... Playing Lee Min Ho's brother means that he'll be the baddy again right? :/// And he's so much better at acting than LMH, I wish they could switch roles LOL (no offense to all the LMH fans ou there, I love him too, I love City Hunter and Boys over Flowers, he's handsome and all, I'm just not too fond of his acting er, skills).
But still, yay for Choi Jin Hyuk :DDD! I am now positive I will see that drama kk.
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24 mabel
May 31, 2013 at 6:21 AM
tq gf.
Same role as his previous drama -
my daughter the flower.
The only scene that was shown not so hot, was the love scene and the lovey dovey scenes.
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Dody
September 21, 2013 at 12:33 AM
it's not just that he made the same role! I'm completely sure it's due to the writer! her dramas are famous even if the plot were meeeh ! and "my daughter the flower" isn't that famous, it doesn't even have ENG translation. so, many people didn't actually see him in many dramas, so to me and alot of fans this is the first time to see him in this role!
plus after this role he might get so many roles as a male lead and get famous like other actors! it's just business!
and he is a really good actor to not be famous enough! to me he can act way better than LMH, though I like LMH but CJH is just better
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25 Minoz Marjan
May 31, 2013 at 6:23 AM
I really want 2 know more about this drama,I am so tickled pink!!
Choi jin hyuk will be Oppa min ho's older brother and president of the bigggest enterprise of Korea and mature beauty among the teenage roles!!
TNX GOD!!
at last they revealed something about the plot!!
Oppa min ho's name is "Kim Tan",his name sounds cool and easy on my ears! :))
Kim eun sook has made sure her trust 2 Choi jin hyuk so it means she really is sure of her script!!!
I really really really am excited about this drama!!
I cannot wait 2 see lee min ho back on the small screen!
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