The bickering romance begins in Playful Kiss
by javabeans
First stills are out of MBC’s new trendy drama Playful Kiss, which recently began shooting with its leads, Kim Hyun-joong and Jung So-min.
Although I think he looks a bit old for her, they do look cute together. Kim plays a cold, supercilious student — THE top student, in fact — at their high school, while Jung So-min looks pretty spot-on as the not-so-smart girl who has a crush on him. (Perhaps it’s because I really enjoy her spoiled princess act in Bad Guy, but I think she looks adorable even as she pouts sulkily.)
The drama’s first shoots took place on July 24 in a neighborhood in Seoul’s Seongbukdong. In this scene, the two characters (Seung-jo and Ha-ni) are bickering on their way to school, having already moved into the same house (her family temporarily moves in with his when her house is wrecked). Seung-jo doesn’t even want to act like they know each other at school and treats her coldly, to which she responds with sullenness.
Playful Kiss premieres on September 1.
Via Star News
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151 hpn88
July 26, 2010 at 10:35 AM
I love the change of opinion going on in this post and I have to admit I've kind of had one too! I think they do look adorable together and if the cute translates into the actual show, it might just work!
Yay for more drama crack
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152 meenuby
July 26, 2010 at 10:52 AM
Cute uniforms and JSM is adorable and looks the part...will check it out for her and pray that KHJ miraculously picked up some acting skills.
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153 virtualpancake
July 26, 2010 at 11:14 AM
Ummm she's not cutting it for me. She just isnt cute. -_____-
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154 ani
July 26, 2010 at 11:17 AM
Hyun Joong looks like he hasn't slept in days, but he looks sooooo handsome..*drools..*
I am looking forward to seeing this drama just because of HJ.
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155 ani
July 26, 2010 at 11:22 AM
What eyelid surgery? I don't think he had one. His eyes have always look the same to me since the old days.
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156 ferne
July 26, 2010 at 11:32 AM
Geez I'm still deciding on whether to watch this.
I don't find KHJ acting in BOF pleasing me, no offense.
But it's nice to try to see whether he has the charm that the taiwanese version guy has. I mean, at first I don't even find him handsome and by mid series i've fallen inlove ;P
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157 Debbie
July 26, 2010 at 11:36 AM
For those who watch Japanese dramas such as Nobuta wo Produce and Proposal Daisakusen, doesn't KHJ look just a little like Yamapi??? I had to do a quick doubletake when I saw the stills.
Jung so-min definitely looks the part in the stills. I might just watch this for her and not KHJ.
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158 jojo
July 26, 2010 at 11:38 AM
I'm done with Gumi bears and Playful Kisses...ready for some Hot Stuff!
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159 whatsupalisa
July 26, 2010 at 11:50 AM
theyre so cute!!!
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160 Lee
July 26, 2010 at 11:53 AM
I won't hold my breath but I'll give it watch when it airs. Jung So-min is totally cute and I really want to see if she pulls this character off.
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161 Natalie
July 26, 2010 at 12:11 PM
Oh Wow ! I didn't know at first if I would watch, but now I can't wait! They look cute together, hopefully KHJ's acting is good!
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162 ar
July 26, 2010 at 12:19 PM
it just occurred to me how Jung So Min fits Kotoko's image so well. JSM is really pretty, but i like how she looks average in these stills. She could be any girl on the streets. It would be weird to ahve a Kotoko who looks like all the other pretty heroines of other dramas.
I think the makeup/costume people really do a good job in making Kotoko and Naoki's look. This is one of the few times i thought KHJ looks like a dude rather than a girl.
As for KHJ- he's got the cold, expressionlessness down. Hopefully as the series progresses and Naoki warms up a teensy bit to Kotoko that KHJ would have then picked up some acting pointers from the rest of the cast. I'd rather have an awesome Kotoko anyways rather than an awesome Naoki.
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163 Carinne
July 26, 2010 at 12:22 PM
Wohh~ What has KHJ been doing? He really looks exhausted; his eyes use to have more life in them than what are shown here. Is he stressed taking this lead role? We are not suppose to see nor feel Naoki stressed at any point 'cos the boy genius is expected to do his best at everything he sets his mind on. There better be some good photoshop on those scenes or else KHJ must take better care of himself to fit the role. There are high expectations and I can only hope he perseveres through pushing his competitive spirit forward and nailing this role by the book. Get plenty of rest when possible KHJ.
JSM looks good in those scenes. I can feel her character's charisma ooze out of those photos. Good work so far.
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164 kim bum
July 26, 2010 at 12:40 PM
JSM beat out the other actressess by a nose.
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165 Simmy
July 26, 2010 at 12:57 PM
add me to the list of ppl who weren't enthusiastic until seeing these pics. they do look suited to the roles. I just hope they cut some of the cliches the original story was riddled with an dI hope the main girl isn't as annoying/pathetic as Ariel lin's was.
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166 Dora
July 26, 2010 at 1:08 PM
For those who dislike Hyun Joong, please watch We Got Married (starting ep 9) because you can see the real him there. He's quite adorable. For Hyun Joong fans who haven't seen We Got Married, you must see it.
I have a feeling that this will be a good drama. Both leads appear to fit well together.
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167 smiles
July 26, 2010 at 1:44 PM
I'm terrified yet compelled to watch it at the same time.....Lord Help us as we embark on this madness together.
Please let me be wrong, let KJH surprise us all with acting that has come on leaps and bound since his two expressions performance in BOFs (eye bulging = angry or looking sad whilst eating = lonely).
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168 Faye
July 26, 2010 at 2:00 PM
omg.
They look adorable together. I really hope KJH will make me eat my words.
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169 Michelle
July 26, 2010 at 2:01 PM
I adored It Started With a Kiss in the Taiwanese version, it was the only Chinese drama I actually finished watching but for some reason I don't quite think that Jung So min quite fits the part. I think she'll be a great actress and I really enjoy her character in Bad Guy but she seems a little too..pretty to do the role. Ariel Lin is beautiful but she also had the impression of not being the pretty popular girl. Jung So Min on the other hand looks like the girl everyone wants to be. Eh, I'm crossing my fingers!
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170 cjmfan
July 26, 2010 at 2:03 PM
i like KHJ. and i really hope his acting has improved since BOF.
will be watching with my fingers crossed
Playful Kiss fighting!!!
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171 S@lly
July 26, 2010 at 2:05 PM
After seeing these stills I'm actually kinda looking forward to the drama, but I still would of prefered Park Bo Young and Kim Hyung Jun looks perfect for the role well all he has to do is act the same as BOF lol
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172 Fafa
July 26, 2010 at 2:30 PM
hope he would act better this time.
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173 Mônica
July 26, 2010 at 2:47 PM
uouuuu he looks really handsome in this uniform. *o* I can't wait for watch it.
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174 sara
July 26, 2010 at 2:57 PM
i really don't know why everyone want to find defects in KHJ.i really love him what 's with so much complaints?as if there is'nt any actor worse than him.also the most important thing is that the first reason for watching dramas is enjoying. relieveing daily stress and forgeting about problems.we can express our ideas and to love or not to love a drama.but nothing is that serious.just take it easy.we are not film critics and even if we are,everything has its limit.
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175 Om
July 26, 2010 at 3:01 PM
The issue theres plenty of actors with talent get overlooked and they can cast a guy with terrible acting and no actual interest in acting. Some people don't care but I can't stand bad acting, won't watch this. He looks too old anyway.
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176 SunsetSeashells
July 26, 2010 at 3:16 PM
Oooo Kim Hyun Joong looks good and in character here, must be the better hair! (than in BOF).
Omg Jung So Min is sooo adorable, I think/hope she will do a great job! Now i'm definitely on board!
Please please please let Kim Hyun Joong's acting be wayy better!
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177 MsRetta
July 26, 2010 at 3:17 PM
Kim Hyun Joong FIGHTING!!!!!!
I may be the only one, I tried to watch the 'original' ISWAK and have yet to finish it.
I am also one who is not a fan of the lead actress, I didnt like her in Bad Guy either.
So for myself, I am coming into this with pretty much from the opposite side of everyone and thats ok.
I will be watching and I hope it goes better than well. Again from my perspective, the actors have been delivering or doing their best to and the rest of the production team have taken five! been missing in action, I hope this doesnt happen with Playful Kiss because KHJ will be the fall guy.
Kim Hyun Joong FIGHTING!!!!!
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178 moley
July 26, 2010 at 4:35 PM
KHJ looks better since it looks like he put on a little weight? Doesn't look so skinny.
The chick looks like Changmin in the last pic. oO;;
can't wait for this series either way =)
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179 KDR
July 26, 2010 at 4:57 PM
At least he fits the part.. now to see if he can PLAY the part!
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180 sleeplessinwgtn
July 26, 2010 at 5:01 PM
I have just finished re-watching BB, maybe for the 3rd time (can't keep track...) and I am learning to like KHJ's acting. It fits his character. Having watched the Japanese and Taiwanese versions, his protrayal of the character is actually quite good. His acting is wooden, as some have described it, but that's in keeping with the character who keeps his emotions subdued. His moments with Gum jan Di are sweeter that those with Gu Jun Pyo's.
Let's give him a chance, okay.
I really liked the Taiwanese ISWAK so will look forward to this. IMO, the Korean interpretations of the mangas are always well done so I'm hoping for something better.
KHJ, FIGHTING!
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181 Steph
July 26, 2010 at 5:02 PM
Aww, can't wait cause I liek them both. She's so adorable!
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182 natureii
July 26, 2010 at 5:12 PM
this looks like fun, loved ISWAK hopefully I get to love this too
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183 nonie2868
July 26, 2010 at 5:13 PM
I watched the Taiwan version and the old one of Itazura Na Kiss, and I love both of them just like I love MG, HYD and BBF. Just want to say again KHJ zai you ! Fighting, pray that he will act well !!
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184 hjlyskjjmhjb
July 26, 2010 at 5:34 PM
he look really young in that haircut, he suit the role well, i hope he can act well too.
some people that say hyun joong look too old, you must blind. he still 24 years old, and he is an idol. And idol always look younger and baby face.
I think you just envious and mad to him because your favorite actor can't cast in this drama
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185 Ally
July 26, 2010 at 6:00 PM
hjlyskjjmhjb don't get butthurt over an opinion.
The pics look kind of odd to me but I'm not judging it off of that. I still feel hesitate but I'm sooo watching it :D
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186 sokinsella
July 26, 2010 at 6:38 PM
what about ISWAK 2 (they kiss again) is it possible that KHJ and JSM do that? loads of hot kissing there, one of the most and natural kissing in asian dramas ever..well, let's wait and see if they can live up to the taiwanese version. they look good together tho xxx
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187 Mel/mel
July 26, 2010 at 6:58 PM
There's a lot of racket regarding this, it's gonna be popular!!! There's so much "antis" and likers that this will not be ignored... So on with the show.
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188 marie
July 26, 2010 at 7:13 PM
lets give a chance to KHJ...i see nothing wrong with his reaction on the given scenes...he look snubbish and cold for me...and JSM is so cute...so...let's all watch Playful Kiss - the Korean version.
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189 ank
July 26, 2010 at 7:31 PM
The stills looks pretty good. KHJ looks good and Jung So Min looks cute. I'm looking forward to this. I watched the Taiwanese version a little bit but couldn't finish it - I got soooo bored. Hope this version is better. I don't wish to judge based on the stills. I'll see the first few episodes before deciding.
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190 moochi
July 26, 2010 at 7:50 PM
the girl is really cute
he looks too tired, and i'm not going to judge from pictures alone
i was never a fan of this from the taiwanese drama (since i hated the girl)
but will give this a chance
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191 Purpleclouds
July 26, 2010 at 7:53 PM
In Taiwan's version, I actually liked the 2nd male lead Jiro Wang and wished he end up with the girl. I had to force myself to finish that show. Joe C. wasn't that handsome/perfect to get away with being so arrogant and expect the audience to like you. I have high hopes for this K version. I'll watch 3 eps before critiquing it. It's not fair I know, but Kim Hyun Joong doesn't have to do much to mesmerize... plus now, with diligence (which he has), he can do great in this given the chance & the right director. I wouldn't be surprised at all if this becomes huge hit..
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192 itsjustme
July 26, 2010 at 8:02 PM
I am one of those who doesn't think much of KHJ's acting skills but damn boy look so fiiinnneee...
I am sure that alone will pump up the ratings. That's why they picked him. His milkshake can bring all the fangirls in the yard....
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193 TABER
July 26, 2010 at 8:03 PM
@ 47 You are correct, it's a k-version of ISWAK
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194 dee-dee
July 26, 2010 at 8:09 PM
OMG... Joong Oppa....Saranghae.... \(^^)/
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195 Ladymoonstone143
July 26, 2010 at 8:22 PM
Definitely I will watch this drama...the lead characters seems to have a chemistry...so that is definitely a must...:))
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196 rl
July 26, 2010 at 8:22 PM
I think the first stills are so far looking pretty good.
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197 Dara
July 26, 2010 at 9:58 PM
The girl looks cute and fits the role. KHJ looks tired (already?). Actually this drama depends so much on the girl parts since she's the one following him around.
KHJ character rarely smiles and always looks down on the girl. Hope both leads pull through. this drama might hit the roof since the Taiwanese version is very popular and KHJ (although weak acting) is also very from BOF.
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198 monchaichan
July 27, 2010 at 12:40 AM
i couldn't finish ISWAK. I stopped at ep 17 (i forced myself to get that far...), and watched only the first episode of the 2nd season. After that I lost total interest. why? because the taiwanese version didn't have good flow. the pacing was slow, alot of scenes could have been cut or shorten...the editing was not very good.
but know i feel i should at least finish it. idk.
i'll give Playful Kiss a chance and i hope that KHJ will do well with the help of a good director. anyways i'm more addicted to korean dramas....so i'm bias.
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199 reiharuhi
July 27, 2010 at 1:00 AM
i'm really excited about this drama! i love the taiwanese version but the korean just has a style of their own that makes it more interesting... i was, at first, disappointed with the casting but after seeing the pictures above, they do look good together and it seems like they are really fitted for the role... and i love their uniforms! let's keep our fingers crossed for this drama...
KHJ and JSM, gambaru! ;p
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200 kara park
July 27, 2010 at 2:38 AM
Awww, KHJ can be a very good contemporary of Joe Cheng, but the girl? She just looks like his younger sis.
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