15 Roles that were almost given to other actors

Posted by AllK_Maknae21 pts Friday, February 19, 2016

1. 15 Roles that were almost given to other actors

We love our K-Dramas and television programs as they help us drown away our sorrows and problems as we get caught up in theirs and live vicariously through their coveted love lives! Although we can't imagine it any other way, there were a few instances where the drama could have seen a major face lift if these actors didn't pass up the roles. Check out these 12 actors who almost starred in your favorite dramas!

2. CNBLUE's Minhyuk for 'School 2015'

CNBLUE's Minhyuk passed on the opportunity to play the lead role in the drama, 'School 2015,' due to a conflict in schedules. The representative stated, "It is true that Minhyuk was one of the candidates for the drama, but because of his CNBLUE schedule in April, it would take much more time to work things out prior to the filming."

3. miss A's Suzy for 'Cheese In The Trap' and 'The Girl Who Can See Smells'

miss A's Suzy had declined the offer to star as the female lead in the hit drama 'Cheese In the Trap,' and to that JYP Entertainment stated, "Suzy had received an offer to appear in tvN's new drama 'Cheese In the Trap' and after examining the role carefully, she politely declined." Suzy even passed down the lead role in 'The Girl Who Can See Smell' which ended up being played by actress Shin Se Kyung.

4. Girls' Generation's YoonA for 'Nodame Cantabile'

The Korean remake of the popular Japanese production 'Nodame Cantabile' was offered up to the beautiful YoonA of Girls' Generation but she politely declined. SM revealed that "'Nodame Cantabile' was one of many offers she had received; after completing her review of it, she has ultimately turned it down." Perhaps to focus on more group activities? Who knows.

5. Jang Geun Suk for 'Boys Over Flowers'

The lead role of Goo Jun Pyo in 'Boys Over Flowers' was originally offered to Jang Geun Suk. However, Lee Min Ho stole the show and was cast in his place as Jang Geun Suk focused on 'Beethoven Virus.'

6. JYJ's Jaejoong for 'IRIS'

Jaejoong decline an offer to join the roster of the hit drama 'IRIS.' It was believed he was consumed by his music promotions at the time. Shockingly, declining a chance to appear on season 2 was the main star of 'IRIS' Lee Byung Hun himself.

7. Chun Jung Myung for 'Coffee Prince'

Chun Jung Myung had (regretabbly) turning down the lead role in 'Coffee Prince.' Although he was happy for Gong Yoo, Chun Jung Myung later expressed it was a role he "regrets all his life" for passing down.

8. Kim Woo Bin for 'Feeling Good' and 'Pinocchio'

Kim Woo Bin would have graced our televisions again for Hong Sisters' drama 'Warm and Cozy' until he declined. The agency explained that Kim Woo Bin would be too busy promoting for the movie 'Twenty' at the time. He also turned down yet another big role such as the lead in 'Pinocchio' for the same reason.

9. Jun Ji Hyun for 'My Girlfriend is a Nine Tail Fox'

Truth be told, the elegant Jun Ji Hyun was initially considered for the leading role in 'My Girlfriend is a Nine Tailed Fox.' However the beautiful actress Shin Min Ah took the opportunity to snag the sassy and fun role of Kumiho.

10. Jang Hyuk for 'Secret Garden'

Jang Hyuk revealed he passed up Hyun Bin's character, Kim Joo Won, in the hit drama series, 'Secret Garden.' He felt it was necessary to focus his attention on 'Midas' instead.

11. Park Seo Joon and Moon Geun Young for 'High Society'

Park Seo Joon was offered one of the lead roles in 'High Society' but declined the offer. Park Seo Joon focused on his supporting roles in 'The Chronicles of Evil' and 'The Beauty Inside.' Moon Geun Young also passed on her lead role in 'High Society.'

12. Girls' Generation's Seohyun for 'Architecture 101'

'Architecture 101' was one of Suzy's box office roles that made her big! During an episode of 'Radio Star' MC Kim Guk Jin asked, "I heard that you almost took on Suzy's role?" Which Seohyun admitted was true, and revealed, "I really wanted to do it," and that she can't help but be upset at her agency about the matter.

13. CNBLUE's Yonghwa for 'Heirs'

Shocking to some, the CNBLUE member Yonghwa almost had Kim Woo Bin's role in 'Heirs' until he had a change of heart! "Yonghwa has decided to turn down his impending role on the new SBS drama, 'Heirs,'" FNC Entertainment said. They further revealed that, "The agency and the production company couldn't reach an agreement regarding the character Yonghwa would play."

14. BONUS: Kim Yun Jin for 'Avatar'

The 'LOST' series star Kim Yun Jin turned down the lead female role for the worldwide blockbuster, 'Avatar.' Even if you didn't see it, everyone knows of it and know it raked in big bucks! Quite the opportunity missed.

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