On July 8, tvN told news outlet Star News, “Park Hae Eun, who was cast in tvN’s new high profile Hong Sisters drama ‘Hwan Hon,’ left the drama after discussion with the production crew. "The actress even finished the script reading for the drama, but she unfortunately decided to leave the cast." Other reports said it was because of her “bad acting.” It is very rare for an actor to bounced from a project after it has started filming because of their acting talent. tvN explained, “Despite the fact that she is a rookie actress, we worked hard together, but she felt a lot of pressure to play the lead character of a big project. Therefore, after a lot of discussion with the actress and with respect to a mutual exchange of opinions, it was decided that she would step down from the role.” It was reported that Jung So Min (32) has been offered the role.

In an interview about a decade ago, the Hong Sisters said they like to find relatively unknown actors to play their leads because it makes their characters more believable. In reality, it was part of their “brand” to be “star makers” from their dramas. Also, in the past, it was probably cheaper to hire non-stars to put more money into production values and location shoots.

The most accomplished Korean actresses are in their late 30s and early 40s. Networks and producers are still desperately trying to find “break-out actresses” in their 20s to star in major productions. The current “hot” choice has been Han So-Hee, 26, who has received countless public offers for dramas and film projects. Her current drama, Nevertheless, is controversial and her critics find her acting not “nuanced” but limited.

But there are many other more accomplished actresses in their 20s such as Lee Joo Young (29) and Bae Suzy (26). Top lists may be subjective but often list Kim Sae-ron (20), Kim So-hyun (21), Kim Yoo-jung (21), and Jo Bo-ah (29) as being the best in their age group.

Little Boy - 4+ million - official stat. I still keep it at 15-20 million.

4115k - 20th of July.

summer is hot. heh. saw some drizzle but after that it was hot day. ok ok we are paying attention now. That's the future and being a nomad becomes valuable. have sufficient wealth so can escape anywhere. Only if visa system is no more and it will be thrown off for sure in future.

it's been a long time I've visited the site! I just have a lot of time to spare right now cause the work waiting for my attention might take HOURS to finish so I'm coming out of de-lurking.

A lot of dramas, too little time. Even the only one I'm watching Penthouse s3, I'm already behind hahaha

the only thing I've finished I think is web dramas, cause its just ten minutes

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Hello, All:
Hope all is well.
Current dramas:

Devil Judge: I have never "gotten" Ji Sung or his acting. But i'm liking this drama. Of course, i feel utterly morally conflicted about how loose I'm willing to play with the rules just to put a bad guy in prison. I'm actually annoyed with our hero's would-be girlfriend detective for continuing to be so rule-bound and snoopy. Of course, we need someone who is totally legalistic and by the book but... doesn't mean i have to be on her side. I'm hoping there is a true vengeance thing in devil judge's past and not just his own personal whims to mess with evil folks and desire to be loved because of his loveless friendless childhood. We shall see. The dystopian world is pretty minimally-depicted but is there more? Am loving the chairman. Loved him in Tomorrow with You and in Taxi. He is one of my favorite character actors. His speech about not getting roles when he was an actor seemed very meta. I do love the writing.

You are My Spring: Well, that second episode through me for a loop. Am liking this drama. This actor is one of my faves, although he is definitely king of lowkey acting. He does do his intrusive analyses well, though. We see it's just a weird quirk he has and he doesn't seem to be arrogant or pushy about it. I'm just hoping there is no over-arching governmental conspiracy. Give me a solid murder.

On the Verge of Insanity: Another gem. And another low-key actor. Not sure who is the main lead or if the girl will be gotten by anyone. The Ex is weak and unethical with nary a redemption arc in sight. But hero-would-be-coder-now HR manager has fewer scenes than sleazy ex. Will see.

Be My Dream Family: Somewhat boring meh slice of life without much page-turning vibe. And yet, weirdly addictive to me. I wish there were an entire drama about the trials of Min Hee as an actress.

Cdramas:
The Rebel: Oh so good. A great spy drama. I highly recommend it.

Have a great weekend, all.

late joining OT - but wanted to mention that i finished watching the J dorama Kikazaru Koi niha Riyuu ga Atte and it was really sweet. not preachy, just cute and sweet about a mixed house of boarders and their trying to achieve their dreams.
: )

I am so obsessed with the latest episode of Monthly Magazine Home and I’ve been listening to Story of Us nonstop. Waiting for next Wednesday is torture.