Jung Yong-hwa up for time travel series
by javabeans
Jung Yong-hwa is reportedly considering another drama role after his last one fizzled (buh-bye, Heirs), and it’s a drama I’m actually quite interested in hearing more about. Called Future Choice, the miniseries comes from one-half of the other Hong sisters writing partnership, who penned The King 2 Hearts and Beethoven Virus.
Only the elder sister, Hong Jin-ah, is behind this one, but I’m willing to hold off on judgment of whether the lack of the other will be a bad thing. Future Choice is yet another time-slip drama (…pause to let groans fade), which means it’s rather behind the curve. But you know, if the time travelers of the past year have proven anything, it’s that premise alone means little—it’s the execution that’ll make or break.
Future Choice is set in the broadcast television world, with a PD and writer as main characters. Jung Yong-hwa would play the handsome and talented PD who is a series lead, though it sounds like it’s the heroine who’s at the center of the show: The plot gets going when she, a broadcast writer, meets her past self and starts giving her(self) life advice. Eek! Have you never seen Back to the Future? Remember how he nearly goes poof? (I half-expect them to name her Mi-rae, too, to make it extra punny; mi-rae is future, and would make the title also read Mi-rae’s Choice.)
The plot has clear similarities to other wrinkle-in-time dramas like Nine (they’re broadcast anchors there), particularly given that in Nine the hero was also on a quest to purposefully change time. That’s the opposite of most of our shows in this category, like Dr. Jin, Queen In-hyun’s Man and Faith, where the characters were wary of messing with history and altering the future/present. Should make for an intriguing exploration of the heroine’s motives and crises. Because you don’t just go about screwing with your own past without running into crises.
Future Choice will be a Monday-Tuesday drama on KBS to follow Good Doctor, which puts its premiere in October. Jung Yong-hwa has received the offer and is currently “positively considering” it.
Via Hankook Ilbo
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26 jjeennyy19
July 16, 2013 at 7:47 AM
Please give him a chance..He only has two teen dramas under his belt and his character is both playing cool guys so what can you expect???The boy works hard so I think we will see an improvement...
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Shiku
July 16, 2013 at 9:54 AM
Well even if its a teen drama, I still expect the best.
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27 Andrea
July 16, 2013 at 7:52 AM
I'm conflicted about this.
I love Yong Hwa to pieces... But I also know he is not a strong actor (yet?), plus he has a lot of stuff coming up with the band. So yeah, I don't know if this is a good idea. Maybe a supporting role or something, but a lead role? Too much responsibility and acting wise, he is not the best option out there. I would love to see him back on the screen, but I more inclined to watch him on let's say... Running Man? As an addition to the cast? Someday? (I love his variety-self. A girl can dream.)
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Cynthia
July 16, 2013 at 8:19 AM
I agree with your comment.
I can also understand him dropping out of Heirs - just the thought of him acting with Lee Min Ho is a tad scary, all of Yonghwa's acting deficiencies would be exposed. It's one thing to be in a nice, mid-range drama but the Heirs profile is just SO high for everyone involved.
I want to cut him a break - he's a strong songwriter and musician and he's got to be aware of the successes his fellow band mates have had in their prior and ongoing dramas. They all get along so well and kid around with each other, to the point where they've publicly stated that of all of them, Yonghwa is the weakest actor. Eeep! Nothing like putting unintentioned pressure on a guy...
Crossing my fingers for the guy. And yes! He needs to become a regular on RM, if only to make me happy!!
:-)
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Andrea
July 16, 2013 at 9:28 AM
Hopefully, in the event that he accepts this offer, it will be a learning experience for him as an artist. If on top of that, he does better than before during the drama, I'll be super happy.
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ilikemangos
July 16, 2013 at 10:20 AM
The show is high-profile but i think whatever character he would take on in heirs would be alot easier for him to portray than a lead of this kind of show.
Yeah, right next to some of the better leads in heirs he would stick out like a sore thumb but at least he doesn't have to carry alot more on his shoulders -- like he'd have to here.
We'll see.
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Mashiyat
July 16, 2013 at 2:47 PM
It wasn't Yonghwa's decision to drop out of Heirs, he seemed to be really looking forward to it. But his agency, FNC, on the other hand had some issues. They said they couldn't come to an agreement about his character but a lot of people are saying what really happened is his company tried to get a package deal by putting another one of their artists in the drama like what they did for AGD and the production company got annoyed and just decided to cut Yonghwa out instead of dealing with FNC. He seemed really upset after that incident so I'm sure he really wanted to be in the drama, but FNC couldn't stop being greedy.
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mysticmalady
July 16, 2013 at 1:18 PM
My feelings exactly! I love him to bits, but I wish he would be like the other cnblue members and pick 2nd lead roles with a strong experienced cast he can learn from.
Or just do more variety^^
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28 MsB
July 16, 2013 at 7:57 AM
I think its a great chance to diversify and expand himself. People complain he plays the same character but the minute he gets a different kind of role, they say he can't do it? People amaze me sometimes.
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29 LangitBiru
July 16, 2013 at 8:02 AM
All the best yonghwa, don't let down your fangirls support. I know that i not one of them.
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30 ilikemangos
July 16, 2013 at 8:38 AM
When i read this post: NOOO..
That's me, being my overly dramatic self.
That's only because i told myself that i would watch ANY works after my favorite hong sisters did K2H just because i love them so much. Not sure if working alone would be a good idea, considering it was the teamwork that created the beautiful world of K2H.
Anywho, suddenly I am sad that jung yong hwa didn't take up his role in heirs because i think he fits better there than he does here. This is where i'm going back to the NOOO. I wish the best for these sisters in having a great director, great cast, just good things all around but this casting news kind of deflates my excitement.
I don't know. The guy simply just does not float my boat, and is one of the reasons why i dropped heartstrings. Oddly enough, i wasn't as bothered with him in You're beautiful, probably because he played 2nd lead(where he should still be).
The only way i could still stick around is if they cast an actress that is solid and likeable.
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31 maxzzr
July 16, 2013 at 8:51 AM
I'm a little it surprised but I really hope that his acting has improved. I think a role like this could make him or break him. In all fairness, his earlier roles were similar and based on cuteness, this one seems to be a little bit more challenging.
please do well , please do well
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32 SuziQ
July 16, 2013 at 9:20 AM
I love his music and he has a pleasant personality, but his acting still needs improvement. MEH...
As long as the Hong sister comes up with a unique script about time travel as in Queen In Hyun's Man which was excellent, I'm all for it.He needs a good director and an experienced lead actress to help him out. I hope he will not over his head in this role if he accepts it...
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33 Lilian
July 16, 2013 at 9:39 AM
Gotta agree that whether this involves time travel or not doesn't really matter. i loved Nine all the same even with the time travel factor. Personally am neutral on Yonghwa but I would say give him a chance? I was pleasantly surprised by Seul Ong's acting in the recently concluded Mandate of Heaven. Maybe one just needs a better part, a better director to guide him and more experience in acting. Practise makes perfect? =)
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34 Bengbeng
July 16, 2013 at 10:01 AM
he should do a comedy instead of heavy drama
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eny
July 16, 2013 at 9:56 PM
not comedy, but rom-com , in rom-com mostly doesn't really need comedic expression, if pure comedy it will be really hard for him
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35 Noelle
July 16, 2013 at 10:30 AM
I like him even if he is still blocky when it comes to acting. I wonder if he's improved?
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36 canxi
July 16, 2013 at 10:39 AM
Anyone know this web series called "Dating Advice for My Future Self"? The plot reminds me of that, lol. Except she gets all her tips from texts from her future self and not actual time traveling. Pretty cute.
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canxi
July 16, 2013 at 10:40 AM
**Dating RULES for My Future Self
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37 Mar
July 16, 2013 at 11:34 AM
I like this guy. He's not my cup of tea in looks but he has a certain charm. I liked him in You're Beautiful. All that said, I don't see him as lead role material. I think he's fine for 2nd lead in certain roles. He'd do well to carve himself a niche as a supporting role character actor.
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38 Kiara
July 16, 2013 at 12:44 PM
I cant say I'm surprise. This is the future of dramaland. Idol actors with very limited to no acting skills headlining dramas while promising actors play second fiddle.
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39 Abbie
July 16, 2013 at 12:59 PM
I hope he takes this role. I think he'd do well. Of course, that's just my personal preference talking. I adore Jung Yong-hwa. I think he has potential to be a good actor, if he wasn't so wooden.
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40 Treasure
July 16, 2013 at 1:37 PM
I have a particular fondness for Yong-Hwa so I'm glad to see he turned down Heir's. I think his acting will improve, and so much of this type of show rests on the directors ability to get the most out his/her actors I think it's hard to say how it will turn out at this point. He has a wonderful stage presence, but is much more low key in interviews so I'm thinking there is some basic ability there. I hope he doesn't wear himself out with the music and concert schedule as well as the drama schedule. I'd hate to see him burn out
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41 PollyRose
July 16, 2013 at 2:57 PM
This premise reminds of the Korean movie Project Makeover. The lead woman in that also traveled back and tried to give advice to her younger self. Didn't go so well :) She didn't undo her own existence, but ultimately she couldn't change what actually happened, just when. It'll be interesting to see how they play with consequences and just what can really be changed.
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42 Mashiyat
July 16, 2013 at 2:58 PM
I love Yonghwa like crazy and as a musician there's no denying his great talent, which is one of the main reasons I like him so much, and he has a great personality, but I agree his level of talent in acting is far from how it is in music. I will still watch the drama because I'm a huge fan, and unlike how some people describe his acting, I don't cringe or anything watching it. I feel they exaggerate a bit, or maybe watching other super talented actors has raised their standards, but it would've been a good idea for Yonghwa to take the second lead or something other than the main and gradually get bigger and bigger roles if he shows potential or improvement.
Aside from that, he's also really busy with music, having two tours (one of them which is a world tour) and an upcoming album with CNBLUE, so I hope he's able to manage all of it and it isn't too hard on his health.
Good luck :)
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43 zazo
July 16, 2013 at 3:28 PM
There's a whole heap of people that have proven themselves worthy for a long time and they are still getting side roles, but someone like him with only two real performances, one underwhelming and the other atrocious, are simply handed lead roles in big projects like it's nothing. The distaste is not just because he's an idol, but because he's painful to watch. If it is true about Yoon Eun Hye dropping this, I say good riddance. She would have been pulling all the weight and babysitting this guy. It appears he's doing well as a musician so why not just stick to that or at least start from the ground up like everyone else if he's serious. Trying to jump in at a level he has no place in is just going to embarrass him again. Male Suzy/Yoona.
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lee
July 16, 2013 at 4:15 PM
ikr, the production must atleast cast a real actor to be the lead, there are so many underrated actors that deserved a spotlight in k.ent..
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sara
July 17, 2013 at 3:56 PM
Lmao poor Yoona ,tbh she is not as bad as Yongwa and Suzy. At least i can watch act without cringing.
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44 ChanChan
July 16, 2013 at 3:29 PM
I 'm a CN blue fan , and i adore Yong hwa ! Freaking love him ! I could fangirl about him for days ! Brilliant singer and really worthy band leader !
But seriously even if he's a leader , he souldn't take lead role for things he can't handle ! Acting is just above him !
I said it for Heirs , he needs a side role with great actors who would assist him , and from whom he'll learn..
But if he takes it , i'll be watching and i'll support him , i'm a fan :3 i'll be crossing fingers that he'll manage and do a decent job !
Dragon flower fighting !
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45 lee
July 16, 2013 at 4:11 PM
can they just cast a real actor who can actually act to play the lead role, not an idol-actor who is not so good in acting.. meh.. -_-
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46 Belle
July 16, 2013 at 5:02 PM
Haha! Future Choice sounds a lot like "dating rules from my future self" which was very cute. I'll definitely give this pilot a try !
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47 Ai
July 16, 2013 at 5:30 PM
I'm loving the fact that this role is an adult one and a major step away from the typical eye candy dramas that are primed and ready for the new Hallyu wave. TBH though, Yonghwa should really pass on taking a lead role if his skills haven't improved. It just makes more sense for him to get more experience working as a part of an ensemble than taking the risk of carrying a drama as lead. If FNC is pushing him toward lead roles just because of the popularity of his last two dramas overseas and OSTs, I think it's a big mistake (really don't want a repeat of 'Love Rain' and TTBY). Yonghwa got the role in 'You're Beautiful' with no acting experience and went straight to a lead role from there. FNC should have built up Yonghwa's skills to establish himself as an actor with a Korean audience first. I think FNC has been taking the right path building the skills of Minhyuk, Jonghyun, and Jungshin by having them take smaller roles with solid senior actors they can learn from. I wish they'd do the same with Yonghwa. Was really hoping he get a fun part on one of those 50+ ep KBS weekend dramas. A lead role will do more for KBS (with overseas sales) and FNC (OSTs) than it honestly would for Yonghwa the would be actor. Truly hoping (if he does take this role), that Yonghwa has built up his acting skills and astonishes everyone with his improvement.
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nice
July 16, 2013 at 7:35 PM
His bandmates are lucky to be casted in major hits alongside veteran actors with not so much pressure on their sleeves but sadly I don't see any of the three to have potential as lead actors. Truth is it's not enough that you have acting skills but you have to have that star power.
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eny
July 16, 2013 at 10:07 PM
acting skill not enough star power is more important, sad but true. But my drama list is just fill with drama with interesting story with strong cast (in acting ) so i will give up this drama
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48 ~Feather~
July 16, 2013 at 6:08 PM
I'm kinda wary of Yong Hwa trying to take another lead role. I love CN Blue to pieces, but they themselves admitted that he was the weakest actor. Unless he's been taking acting classes and has vastly improved, my expectations will be low.
I'll still tune in to see how this drama is. I can usually ignore bad acting usually unless it's over-acting; then it starts getting on my nerves. I think the premise would be interesting if executed properly. I'll leave my judgment until after the first few episodes. :)
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nice
July 16, 2013 at 7:39 PM
I think he's still a lot better than the one member in A Gentleman's Dignity. That guy is just so awkward.
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49 hawoojinruinedme
July 16, 2013 at 6:38 PM
Eh. I like him in everything he does except when he's acting. I believe there are worse idol actors out there, but this is the lead role we are talking about. Remember his drama with Park Shin Hye? That drama has no substantial story but his acting didn't help it in any way at all.
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50 hanie
July 16, 2013 at 8:31 PM
Not related to this drama but....
Wow, I didn't know that he was considered to join 'heir' but I'm glad he/his management dropped 'heir' because with Kim Woo Bin, daddy gumiho Choi Jun Hyuk & Kang Haneul, his shortcomings would only become too obvious (imho of course!).
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