Why? Why does he keep getting acting offers when he can't act?

Is he gonna be okay? I mean, L is good looking and all but he's still very much a boy to me. A puppy. A very cute one but hot namja usually trumps puppy. And Rain is a Man, especially after army duty and with Abs of Steel for us to potentially ogle (I'm sure production's going to take advantage of that and give lots of fan service).

I can see L pulling off impulsive and petty hothead and that could be fun to watch but I'd rather have a SL who stands a chance of winning the girl. A love triangle with unequal legs is just not as fun.

L as rival to Rain... urghhh not really my cup of tea.
There are tons of idols more capable, why get him?
I like his character enough in Shut Up but the acting was just super cringe-fest for me! the others in that drama were awesome, Sung Joon and Yoo Min Kyu! Thank goodness the writing behind his character was great!
then one after another his drama appearances has just gone to worse for me.
and now as 2n dlead, not really seeing it.

If they had to go with an idol, why not get one from 5urprise since they are actor-idol group. I mean Seo Kang Joon has been bringing it in his dramas. But I guess they still have not got the star power to be 2nd lead.

I was looking forward to this drama especially after reading somewhere that the female lead was offered to Park Bo young but now not so much. I am okay as him being one of the love rivals, but not as 2nd lead. How I wish the production team has a change of heart and bring in someone else or another one...

Only Two Words:

Bad Actor

"I hope we’re in for more Dream High, less Trot Lovers. Fingers crossed."

I haven't watched "Trot Lovers",what is it like?!
"Dream High" is a teenage drama & the focus was on those students who wanted to become good singers & competed with each other.
Why is it better for this upcoming drama to be more like "Dream High"!?
Rain's character doesn't remind me of any of those in "Dream High"!

Gosh I'm annoyed. Why court someone who'll look like a kiddo compared to Rain?!? I really hope he declines or at least that he isn't given too significant a role. Even if the genre screams idols, I was hoping we'd get some real actors because Rain will just knock him outta the park without breaking sweat. Specially with comedy because damn, there aren't a lot of actors who're more hilarious than Rain when the guy is on fire.

I'm still pins and needles on who they'll pick for the female lead. I've been seeing too many IU murmurs and that's just gonna be so unfortunate. She's young and looks even younger. I really want someone who'd look good with Rain. Oh and can also act - of course that's not an afterthought lol.

I feel meh about L's acting.But I think he could prove it wrong like the member of EXO in "It's OK,it's Love"! :))

Any rumors regarding the female lead?!

When it comes to drama casting,why do they announce male lead first?! It somehow gives the impression that K-dramas are usually MEN CENTERED with having a wishy-washy female corners!! For instance,"Go Mi Nam" character in "You're beautiful".
I like "Kim Na Na" in City Hunter a lot because she is a ballsy,kick-ass girl who expressed her feelings confidently & doesn't give an inch!
I hope the female character in this drama will be well-written!

Did not know he was an idol.

I actually liked him as the sassy PA in Sly and Single Again. Not sure I would watch it because of Rain though.

his acting is meh but i have to admit, he is cute.

Hm, I'm going to say no. I've only seen him in Master's Sun but I was less than impressed there. I don't mind them giving it to an idol given the setting but I feel like there are better ones who could take this role - and not the usuals like Yonghwa, Siwan or Taecyeon. (Anyone but Taecyeon.) Maybe a newer idol who hasn't gotten much of a chance yet? I don't know - I don't have any suggestions.

Also if they go with L (and presumably IU), they are going to look like BABIES next to Rain and that will just be all kinds of weird, tbh.

Wonder if they've tried casting MBLAQ Lee Joon? Lee Joon fits the bill: good-looking idol & qualified in acting. Besides, Rain & Lee Joon can draw from their personal experiences (Rain produced MBLAQ) so the dynamics of the male leads will be off the chart!!

PS: Just wanna see re-union of Papa Rain & Lee Joon in acting ;) lol

I like him.. but I don't see him as a rival for Rain. He seems like a young boy (from high school haha). I guess, they can use that to their advantage in the drama.

I wonder what "fantasy" is supposed to mean in this context??

How does he keep getting cast in dramas? Speaking from a fan, he's not cringe-worthy, but I just don't think he's good enough.

I like L as an idol, but I haven't watched any of his dramas, and from the comments this sounds like a bad idea.
And I can tell from looks and charisma alone this is going to be a bad idea.
Then again, the star power of Rain might draw in viewers and get some of the spotlight on him and boost his popularity.
But yeah, it's all about Rain.
I just hope they write a really awesome female character for the lead role and cast someone who can match Rain. Please can it not be someone really young like IU. It's just gonna look icky and like he's taking advantage. He's already the boss, he doesn't need to be way older than her as well.

I hope they have a fresh take on the story as well. I wasn't a massive fan of Dream High. And I knew Trot Lovers wouldn't be my cup of tea.

I've seen L on most of his dramas, and his role on Shut Up Flower Boy Band fits him well. He was just a young version on Master's Sun so he has less screen time. And his role for Cunning Single Lady didn't do him justice since he's obviously there mostly for being the pretty boy. Since he's going back to his idol role, I hope he'll improve more acting-wise. Him and Rain feels like Kim Tan and his hyung on Heirs, I don't see them as "rivals". The main girl better match both of them then, or else it could be an awkward rivalry--reminds me of Big.

But I'll watch this drama for sure! SBS wed-thurs dramas are on a roll since last year. I'm just excited to watch one drama to the next!

drama about music seem to be trend right now, with addition this upcoming drama n nodama contabile remake

Anyone here saw Scent of a Woman or Dr. Champ? I was just wondering if this writer writes second leads well or more in the lines of the Hong Sisters. I didn't like L in Master's Sun but he was passable in SFBB. In any case, guess Rain will just blow him out the water anyway lol.

I'm waaay more curious about the female lead. I hope they'd announce who they're courting already. I'm a little too impatient and excited right now.

just saying, L is not on par to become Rain's rival :3

NOOOOOO, just NOOOOOOOO. he cant act laaaa

NOOOOOO just NOOOOO. he cant act!!!

L? okaaaayyyy. *cricket sounds*

1. he's cute
2. he's kind of cute.
3. he's really cute

i just dont get any other reason why the production cast him. i'm not into infinite so i dont know his personality and his charm.

i just have this negative perception to idol turned actor/actress. but who knows maybe he'll improve.

Can't be L. Was Baro busy?

Is hoya busy? Why not him? Both rain n him are dancing machine hehe i like hoya in reply 1997

can't wait 4 oppa's acting comeback!!!!

did anyone think about JYP and rain??? the story somewhat remains me of them.. where jyp made rain and he developed and come out of it...

This boy is SO CUTE.. being a fan of both kpop and dramas, I've known a lot of idols and actors for the past decade.. L has got to be one of those gifted with beauty. But we haven't seen him bloom yet as an actor.. and i think the best way to see that is to actually give him a shot on a bigger role like this.

Give the boy a chance! There are a lot of idols who tried acting and because of that we were able to see more of their talent and skills, so why not Myungsoo?

We might be surprised how much he improves for the past years.

OMG! i heard that Krystal from SNSD and Hoya from Infinite is going to be in this drama.