This is his EIGHTH show in a row, yes 8th, as the second male lead in a prime-time drama. I honestly don't think any other actor of his acting caliber (or better) has been snubbed that much in the industry. And then we see some people getting lead roles in spite of not so great acting skills (cough cough some of his previous costars), lack of experience (cough cough a drama that ended a few months ago) or reputation issues (cough coughongoing drama). It's really so freaking upsetting!

My goodness please give this man a leading role!

You know those actors who just play the field because often supporting roles are more interesting?

Yeah, that's not the case here.

I think he's played boring second leads enough - give this man a lead role!

I hate Im Joo-hwan playing the second lead (again!), I mean.... isn't he handsome enough in the Korean eyes???
I find him totally gorgeous! Also, he is really a very very very good actor!!!!
Ohhh, I am upset!

But on the other hand, he had to make a living. He needs to work.... I should be happy for him to be on the screen....

As much as I love Eric... C’mon! Give this man a leading role! He deserves it!

This is so unfair... Drama Gods... do you ever listen?

Im Joo Hwan.....I really hope you get a 1st male lead role soon. But you know....you can also steal the drama from the male lead. It can happen since you're a great actor.

Also this...'The character is described as someone who has contrasting personalities, running both hot and cold. Although there are times when he is perfectly gentle and warm, there are also times he is distant and cool.' ---> sounds like a certain character in TLE. Lol 🤭

Ooooh this guy caught my eye IMMEDIATELY. Honestly I love him, Eric and Yoo Inna separately but I don't know if I can see her having chemistry with either of them to be honest o_O;; Hoping they can prove me wrong!

Someone please give this man a leading role already. He more than deserves it. I''m really hating his agency for not getting him enough roles

I'm curious why he didn't have first lead anymore. It's not like he never had.

Kim Jae-Wook said after Coffee Prince, he got offers for lead roles but he wasn't feeling ready to do it. So he refused and after he never got them anymore...

I understand why rookies don't say no even if they are not sure to be ready because you never know when you get another chance.

Looks like production put actors in little cases and you need someone with imagination to get you out and let you try something new.

I've been watching him since Tamra, can't believe he's still second lead after all this time.

"Although Im Joo-hwan will most likely (again!) be playing second lead, he is great at playing complex characters. "

I am happy that he is getting another project because he is incredibly talented. However, he should be the lead! This man is too talented to not get a leading role in a drama!

In Im Ju Hwan's last drama, "The Game Towards Zero" he was one of the three leads, just not the romantic lead. His character was the emotional and driving force of the show.
It seems like he chooses dramas based on the complexity of the character he is to play. Rarely can any of his roles be solely classified as "good guy" or "bad guy".

I haven't seen any of Im Joo-hwan's dramas so far, and I do feel for everyone who's sorry to see him heading for another supporting role... I have a few favorite actors suffering the same plight, and it sucks.

That said, my reaction to the rest of the casting news is:

OMG, Eric and Yoo Inna - that would be wonderful! I love both of them, and I can imagine them having great chemistry.

And on a purely superficial note, imagine the pretty. :-)

I would love to see him in a lead role.

Saw the headline.
Ready to throw confetti for IJH lead role.
Saw Eric’s name.
Keeps confetti again.

I mean, he’s probably not the lead for this right? Let’s hope it’ll be a meaty role and we can enjoy his acting 🤞🏼

He is such a talented actor. Random comment: whenever I see him I feel likeI'm looking at a Korean Neil Patrick Harris.

I liked him from Ugly Alert with kong so ra (where is she now???). Hope he gets better roles.