Leads cast for rom-com All About My Romance

58 January 23, 2013January 23, 2013

by javabeans

SBS’s upcoming romantic-comedy drama series All About My Romance has settled upon its leads, and while that means Im Soo-jung is out (having considered the role), we do have confirmation that Shin Ha-kyun (Brain) will be taking the show after all. Joining him as the leading lady is Han Hye-jin (Thorn Birds, Syndrome).

The project is an opposites-attract romance set in the world of politics, which isn’t a milieu that automatically screams love and laughs. But that’s exactly what this writer-PD duo, who produced Protect the Boss together, hope to do by drawing parallels between the political arena and the romantic. Not only will our leads be total opposites in personality and ideology, but also political parties. Ooh. That… could get dangerous.

Shin Ha-kyun’s character is Kim Soo-young, a former judge and a newly elected parliamentarian belonging to the conservative New Korea Party. Confident and prickly in nature, as a judge he hated being pressured by superior forces and thus entered politics… ’cause you know there’s no pressure there or anything. As a new assemblyman, Kim Soo-young finds himself constantly crossing paths (and clashing) with another new parliamentarian, Noh Min-young, of the Green Progressive Party.

Noh Min-young entered politics after the death of her older sister, who was a strong presidential candidate. So when all that crackling romantic tension with Kim Soo-young leads to actual dating, she’s careful to keep the relationship a secret, since she’s already under the scrutiny of the opposing party and, oh yeah, the whole nation. Ha, I bet the upstanding judge isn’t used to being anybody’s dirty little secret.

So this could be cute, and funny, and quite a bit different from what we’ve been seeing in dramaland. Maybe, if done well to make the most of its potential—which is always a big if. I like the concept and could see it making for light humor and sweet romance, as well as being able to swing more serious when needed. Sort of like West Wing meets City Hall. (I’m also thinking fondly of the cracked-out secret congresswoman romance in 30 Rock, although that level of zaniness is too much to hope for in a K-drama, I suppose.) And since politics is already a pretty high-stakes arena, my big hope is that the drama won’t need to reach into that grab bag of standard angsty melo tricks to draw out the big dramatics. *crosses fingers*

All About My Romance is wrapping up its casting and plans to begin production soon, for an April premiere.

Via Star News

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Tags: Han Hye-jin, Shin Ha-kyun

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1 snow_white

January 23, 2013 at 5:13 AM

I liked Protect The Boss, less melo, more light and fun.....so I can hope the same tone with this.....

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Domino

January 24, 2013 at 7:33 AM

I have no doubt about Shin Ha Kyun's humorous side and acting ability, but I am wondering how good he can form a chemistry with Han Hye Jin.

HHJ is a good actress, but seems to act independently and could not really form much chemistry with her counter part. That's the reason, she never won any best couple award in her acting career. (Please correct me, if I am wrong).

In Jumong, Jejeongwon, Thorn Bird, and Fighting Sansoom, she seems to be always acting on her own and independently, rather than bringing out the chemistry between her and her lead actor.

Deep down, as I observed Healing Camp and KBS Drama Awards in 2011, I believe she is a machiavelli, and this woman politician role should fit her to the tee.

Am looking forward to the drama. ^_____________^

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2 emmy

January 23, 2013 at 5:20 AM

Sounds like a fun premise. I'll be crossing my fingers too since good romcoms seem incredibly hard to make.

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3 Mystisith

January 23, 2013 at 5:29 AM

"West Wing meets City Hall": If this is what we get I will be happy like a clam.
And yes, forget the melo boring/upsetting family tropes which would be overkill. Please?

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ladysarahii

January 23, 2013 at 7:37 AM

Just as long as we can get speed walking and talking in the hallways. :)

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JO

January 23, 2013 at 2:39 PM

lolllllll
on a side note: I do wish Im Soo Jung was in it :T

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booos

January 24, 2013 at 7:30 PM

that would be so cool! passing each other secret notes or trading bars on the debate floor with hidden messages in it that are actually lovey dovey but on the surface sounds like they are going at each other's throats lol! what a hoot!

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4 JoJo

January 23, 2013 at 5:33 AM

They say politics makes strange bedfellows, so with a few laughs along the way, could be fun.

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Domino

January 24, 2013 at 7:39 AM

Obama and Michelle....????

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5 summer

January 23, 2013 at 5:33 AM

Don't think i have seen Han Hye-jin in a romantic comedy. This is gonna be interesting

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6 john

January 23, 2013 at 5:51 AM

Han Hye-jin ! I'm in.

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7 Bellamafia

January 23, 2013 at 5:53 AM

Love CIty Hall! I hope this one will be super romantic as well.

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racheose

January 24, 2013 at 8:28 AM

i liked it to death too haha and shin ha kyun, can't wait for this.. though i'm not familiar with the other actors, i'm in XD

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booos

January 24, 2013 at 7:32 PM

won't they be arguing about political ideologies all day?

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8 Stina

January 23, 2013 at 5:54 AM

I love the concept, I'm not really in fond of politic dramas, but this one pleases me ^^ I look forward it ! Protect the boss was really fun and cool, so I hope this one will be too. And Han Hye-Jin ♥

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9 Lilly

January 23, 2013 at 5:56 AM

Sounds good to me. I will be watching.

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10 KANGly

January 23, 2013 at 5:58 AM

Oh sounds like the love story of a family friend.

This family friend is an activist, as in she joins rallies and marches to protest against government policies and stuff like that. In one of those anti-government rallies she met a military man. They fell in love despite their opposing ideologies. They got married, had kids, and still pursued their respective beliefs.

Later on she became congresswoman in our country representing marginalized members of society, while her husband rose in the ranks in the military.

Sadly, the husband died young due to heart attack. She is still congresswoman in our country.

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11 RockPaperScissors

January 23, 2013 at 6:00 AM

I have loved Han Hye Jin since her Geum Soon days, and would love to see how she does in a comedic role. I have a feeling this one has potential.

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Collibosher

January 23, 2013 at 6:30 AM

Yeah, she'll always be a bit of 'Geum-soon' to me. Along with all of the other bits, she was pretty comedic, at times in that one. I see her delivering in whatever role she plays... :)

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Annie

January 23, 2013 at 8:32 AM

She's also good on Healing Camp - it's a variety show, but still.

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Domino

January 24, 2013 at 7:41 AM

I beg to disagree. See the comments above!! BTW, her last portrayer of a doctor, was not really impressive.

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Kiara

January 23, 2013 at 7:56 AM

Loved her in Jumong as Queen So Seo No. I was hoping she would do another sageuk but this sounds a lot better than the weep-fest called Thorn Birds.

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chasen8888

January 23, 2013 at 12:25 PM

She did do one in 2010 called Jejungwon - although it was not popular, it was a quality drama about the first western medical school in Joseon/Korea. Check it out at http://www.dramacrazy.net or related k-drama sites, they are likely to have it.

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Domino

January 24, 2013 at 7:43 AM

She portrayed doctor twice. But, both dramas flopped. Jejeongwon is kind of slightly better, given the historical context.

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12 ck1Oz

January 23, 2013 at 6:04 AM

I think I am interested. At least the leads look believable as politicians. Hope the writing and chemistry is good.

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13 Miica

January 23, 2013 at 6:07 AM

Until today I thought Jung Yumi (I Need Romance 2) got that role...

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14 Annie

January 23, 2013 at 6:17 AM

Finally a good pairing. Excited for Shin Ha Kyun!

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15 jae

January 23, 2013 at 6:35 AM

after brain & TK2H last year maybe this will be my new kdrama crack for this year... i'm in for shin ha kyun! ^^

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16 Ivoire

January 23, 2013 at 6:38 AM

Read about this on an online news site. That sounds promising and I like Han Hye-jin. I have never seen Shin Ha-kyun in anything, so I will be curious to see him here. Does anyone know how long (how many episodes) this drama will be?

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Kiara

January 23, 2013 at 7:31 AM

Shin is a veteran actor and has been in close to 30 movies, thats why we dont see much of him in dramaland. He's only been in 2 or 3 dramas since 2010 I think.

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houstontwin

January 23, 2013 at 9:26 AM

He is a very intelligent, intense, and versatile actor. You can't help but be impressed!

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deasy

January 23, 2013 at 9:08 PM

try to watch brain, he is really amazing there. so much into the character, n got daesang. I'm so in love with him since brain. glad he's back to dramaland.

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17 LangitBiru

January 23, 2013 at 7:09 AM

Shin Ha Kyun on my tv. I need this... Can't wait... :)

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18 Kiara

January 23, 2013 at 7:13 AM

Shin Ha-kyun one of the best actors in dramaland. Glad to see him on the small screen. I dont care what the story is about, I'm gonna watch the hell out of it cause he is in it.

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19 cg

January 23, 2013 at 7:19 AM

this is a total random question but can anyone tell me how Seoul is exactly pronounced: is it see-ol or soul ????

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Mystisith

January 23, 2013 at 7:35 AM

Phonetically, I would say it sounds like "so-all" in English. Korean native speakers are free to correct me of course...

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Annie

January 23, 2013 at 8:31 AM

Not a native speaker, but I'd say it sounds more like 'sole' as in the sole of a foot.

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Javabeans

January 23, 2013 at 10:58 AM

It's suh-wool. Soft s. Think of it as two syllables, breaking as Seo-ul rather than one syllable like soul.

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cg

January 23, 2013 at 11:06 AM

thanks everyone :)

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Domino

January 24, 2013 at 7:46 AM

soul!!!

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20 Lovebug

January 23, 2013 at 7:45 AM

This sounds promising. My prayer is that if it starts out light in funny that it not devolve in to draggy draggy melo territory. I am getting really sick of that. (I prefer my melos to be upfront about it.)

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21 ujsid

January 23, 2013 at 7:58 AM

This sounds like something that I will like.... Politics bore me yes... But this looks like it has the right amount of funny to make me go through the political stuff...

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22 Opal

January 23, 2013 at 8:27 AM

SHK..... the only reason I will give this drama a try. Don't really get excited with the lead lady though.

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23 Anvesha

January 23, 2013 at 8:57 AM

I cant picture Shin Ha Kyun in a romcom after seeing him in Brain.. But he obviously is a very good actor. I hope it's interesting and not too serious territory.

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mskololia

January 23, 2013 at 10:39 AM

I first saw him in Harvest Villa....He had me in stitches.

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canxi

January 23, 2013 at 4:14 PM

Really??!! He can be HILARIOUS! If you can find it, watch this movie he is called Festival (I believe, watched it some time ago). He plays a cop who's a jerk and thinks he's awesome because he has a big.... *cough*. ANYWAY. It is the best thing. EVER. EVER.

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Domino

January 24, 2013 at 7:53 AM

Yes, SHin Ha Kyun is a all-round actor. He can be really funny and makes you laugh. In Harvest Villa, he did make me laugh a few times (non-stop!!). Nevertheless, he did not manage to have much chemistry with Lee Bo Young. I guess, it is not so much of Shin Ha Kyun's inability to ignite her loving sentiment, I believe it is Lee Bo Young who failed to respond to her counter part. That's the reason, I never finished watching the drama.

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24 Hui Ting

January 23, 2013 at 9:50 AM

OMG I think it was just last week when I saw the news which reported Shin Ha-kyun didn't accept this role. Oh my god. I am so happy. You mean SHK + Rom-Com = 16 hours of silly, childish but adorable antics by SHK? (sorry, got reminded of Protect the Boss, hehe.) lol, I'm getting a little too excited here.

I'm so contented with the main leads, I hope the script and the rest of the cast will be good too. :)

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25 mskololia

January 23, 2013 at 10:35 AM

An actress that can go the distance with SHK.

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26 Sam

January 23, 2013 at 10:45 AM

Sounds great! Refreshing idea for a rom-com :D

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27 evoka

January 23, 2013 at 12:40 PM

Good pairing. Good concept!I liked it. Now I'm curious why ISJ gave-up from this project (real reason) and if we would gonna see Im Soo Jung at another drama this year.! I hope she wont give-up and chose another drama project and be on my computer screen each week! Cinema is special but sometimes she needs to seen on tv! Tv need good actresses.

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28 Melmax

January 23, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Han Hye Jin!!!! I'm in too.... she's got a contageous laugh, can't wait, thanks!!!

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29 canxi

January 23, 2013 at 4:10 PM

I like it! I'm in! Also, this couple is already darn cute *__* ALSO Shin Ha Kyun in a drama again sooo soon!!!!!! *ugly sobbing*

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30 kfangurl

January 23, 2013 at 7:06 PM

Oh, if this is anything like City Hall, I'm in! Not too much politics, just enough to make a good context, plus great chemistry between the leads - that's all I'm asking for! ^^