A List of Korean Celebrities Who Refused Roles in Popular Films and Dramas, including Won Bin and Park Bo Gum

Won Bin - IRIS Won Bin, the handsome actor known for being selective in choosing roles, once turned down an offer to star in the action drama "IRIS". The role eventually went to Lee Byung Hun and became one of the most popular Korean dramas. Won Bin chose to focus on film projects that he considered more suitable for his career.

Kim Tae Hee - COFFEE PRINCE Kim Tae Hee was almost cast as Go Eun Chan in the hit drama COFFEE PRINCE. However, she decided to turn down the role due to concerns about the tomboy image she would have to portray. This role was ultimately given to Yoon Eun Hye and became a turning point in her career.

Gong Yoo - SECRET GARDEN Before Hyun Bin, Gong Yoo was actually offered the role of Kim Joo Won in SECRET GARDEN. Due to a scheduling conflict with the preparation for the film SILENCED, Gong Yoo had to turn down the role. This decision allowed Hyun Bin to take the role, which significantly boosted his popularity.

Song Hye Kyo - MY SASSY GIRL The romantic comedy film MY SASSY GIRL, which made Jun Ji Hyun a big star, was actually offered to Song Hye Kyo. She turned down the role because she felt the character was too far from her personality. This decision paved the way for Jeon Ji Hyun to create a pop culture icon.

Lee Jong Suk - BOYS OVER FLOWERS The phenomenal drama BOYS OVER FLOWERS was almost starred by Lee Jong Suk for the role of Gu Jun Pyo. However, Lee Jong Suk, who was still new in the entertainment industry at that time, chose to decline the offer. This role was then given to Lee Min Ho and turned him into a Hallyu star.

Jun Ji Hyun - DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN Jun Ji Hyun accepted the offer to play Dr. Kang Mo Yeon in DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN but declined it because she was pregnant. The role was eventually played by Song Hye Kyo and became one of the most popular dramas ever produced, bringing together Song Hye Kyo and Song Joong Ki.

Park Bo Gum - MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO Park Bo Gum was offered the role of Prince Wang Wook in MOON LOVERS: SCARLET HEART RYEO, but he declined due to a scheduling conflict with the drama REPLY 1988. The role was ultimately played by Kang Ha Neul. Although its ratings were not high in Korea, the drama became a global phenomenon.

Bae Suzy - HOTEL DEL LUNA IU successfully captivated the audience with her role as Jang Man Wol in HOTEL DEL LUNA, but the role was initially offered to Suzy. Because she was focused on her music career, Suzy decided to decline the offer. This decision gave IU the opportunity to showcase her acting skills.

Kim Soo Hyun - VINCENZO Before Song Joong Ki, Kim Soo Hyun was offered the lead role in VINCENZO. However, he declined due to a scheduling conflict with the preparations for the drama IT'S OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY. The role of Vincenzo Cassano ultimately went to Song Joong Ki and received an extraordinary response from global audiences.

Han So Hee - THE GLORY The revenge drama THE GLORY, starring Song Hye Kyo, was actually offered to Han So Hee for the main role. Han So Hee declined because she felt unprepared for such a complex role. This decision led to Song Hye Kyo delivering one of the best performances of her career. These are a number of Korean celebrities who turned down roles in famous films and dramas that KLovers might find interesting. Do you have a favorite actor or actress? There are still many other lists that KLovers can discover by reading articles on kapanlagi.com. Because, if not now, when?