Really sad for many reasons. But respect his decision. Wish him all the best always.

I think he did a wise decision,I've had enough of seeing him in second lead territory. YAY!

Yay! Now I'm curious as to who will replace him. :) Not an idol, puhleaaze?

wish him all the best! yeay! i hope the crew cast someone good who can compare with lee min ho.

well done yonghwa, and who's gonna replace him? hope not an idol

I am a fan of CN Blue and Yong-Hwa, and this news won't change that -- but at the same time, I can be honest and say this was handled so, so poorly. I think you can be happy about the news and still admit this chain of events was very unprofessional. If there were strings attached to JYH’s acceptance of the role, FNC should have delayed announcing his participation in the show until they resolved those issues. This does not reflect well on FNC (and by extension JYH, even though it might not be his fault) — certainly not at a time when they’re trying to expand CN Blue’s profile abroad.

I have a hard time believing the World Tour was the reason for this delay. Concert dates have to be scheduled months in advance, and they knew what the schedule, more or less, was going to be. So the reasons are either 1) they really were turned off by the character (and if so, huh? Do agencies usually have that much control over characterization in a drama?) or 2) they did this because of negative netizen response (in which case, they seem very cowardly). Either way, it is not a good thing to announce his participation and make a comittment, then pull out when nothing significant like a family emergency occured in the interim.

I still like CN Blue and Yong-Hwa, have respect for them as musicians, and really hope to see them in concert this year. However, this whole incident leaves a bad taste in my mouth, so to speak. I hope FNC acts with more professionalism and better judgment in the future when making these types of decisions.

At first I was ecstatic: "Yes, Oppa has a new project! With Shin Hye and Min Ho!". But then I remembered he and Shin Hye had starred in three dramas together and I was like "God, why? Don't pair them off again! Twice is enough!".

I admit I was a little bit sad when I read the news earlier, part of me wanted to see three of my favorite faces together on screen... but I think is for the best. More projects will come, eventually. Now I'm curious to see who will they cast.

Let me just say, I'm happy with the decision:
A pairing seen and reseen and him who's basically not the worst but also not the best actor.
“Difference of opinion with producers.” ??
I already have the feeling that this cast was imposed on the writer (which is famous for her ratings hits if not for her writing) and you want to tell Ma'am how to write your character? W.T.F? People would kill to work with her and there is battalions of marketable idols out there. Take it or leave it!

Possible replacers:
Shin Won Ho (crucified drama stealer needs his revenge).
JGS (that could be his rebirth role if acting is still his thing).
Park Min Woo (who's underused in the Virus).
Choi Woo Sik (who has to graduate from his status of maknae in TEN).
Kim Joo Young (maknae of Vampy).
Lee Hyun Soo (L).

Nobody can impose anything on Kim Eun-suk. She has the biggest influence in SBS as far as writers go. She picks her cast and time slot as well.

Thank you, JB!

As Yonghwa fans, my reaction is torn in half.
I'm sad because:
1. I will not get weekly dose of Yonghwa on small screen.
2. I'm worry about the effect of this decision toward his career in drama circle. I think rejecting highly influential script writer because he doesn't like the script, then announcing that reason to the world is not considered as good PR move. Even right now he get some extent of backlash because of this T.T

On the bright side, I'm happy because:
1. He doesn't need to juggle between drama-filming and world tour.
2. Without Yonghwa-Shinhye rumor circulating the drama, viewers will be able to concentrate more into the OTP.
3. He doesn't get backlash for repeat pairing with Shinhye.
4. I have a hope that he will get better role and drama next time.

Yes, i don't care much but maybe what netizens comments get thru him somehow. so what's the disagreement all about or is it just want to cover the rumour about him and Park Shin Hye dating.

all the best for him and hope his replacement will be the non-idol

Omg ! The best news I've heard. Yuppi Yuppi yay ! Hahah I'm so happy ! I hate this guy! And I hated his casting's bad effect on the whole drama. (u know him and PSH.)
I'm going to throw a party and celebrate it ! Plus min ho oppa is soooooo enough for the production to be PERFECT !

Noona is proud of you Yonghwa ya !

And WooHOO ~~~ I'm happy I dont have to force myself to watch the show.

Woo to the hoo. There's still a real possibility they could cast down, but I'm hoping it's up we're headed. Glad CN Blue will be his focus. Love their catchy tunes and his voice. Maybe he realized his character was the same broody but loving dude from his last two roles and was like, should I play this dude again? If so, applause, Yonghwa. Applause.

Thank God. I really think he should just stick to CN Blue 'cause his acting is not that impressive anyway.

Can Yonghwa's role go to Hongki?!!! I Mean he needs to chase for the girl one more time ^^

I'm sad with this news as I love Park Shin Hye-Jung Yong Hwa pair..... :(

Not sad here (love Yong-hwa, but there are a few reasons), but I am wondering what the "backlash" will be of his joining and departure being this way.

I am really sad For him but I blame his company actually after What I read on NetizenBuzz showing how much his company so greedy :(

I'm glad he's pulled out, i didn't want to see him and Shin Hye together again anyway. I do agree that it maybe wasn't the smartest move to agree to the show and have that publicised, and then pull out because you didn't like the character. But i do wonder if it was just another role like the ones he's played, and he didn't want to play that role again.

He really can't act very well so I think he should just stick to leading CN Blue because that is something he is really good at.

Simon will be good choice for this..but I want Lee joon. .lol the psycho just got me...

Choi Woo-Shik is a bloody brilliant choice.

So is JGS only because i want to see that. Werent he and LMH up for Gu Jun-Pyo?

If the 2nd lead is supposed to be slightly evil may I suggest
Seo In Guk
Choi Daniel
Joo Won

Or just because a girl can dream and i would love to see these three actors on screen together Lee Jun-Ki.

I know none of these fools are 2nd leads, and are leading men, but i dont care. My math adds up to being awesome performances.

i'm not actually excited on the first place; so i'm not actually excited hearing this either...*emotionless*

get shim changmin to replace him! lol~

Seo In Guk as replacement? Or, Sung Joon? They are all tall, dark and handsome - perfect for JYH's fill-in!

Sad yong hwa couldn't make it, how about choi siwon as the second lead?

Hmmmm, this move makes me think he may be acting like a spoiled brat. I dunno. It's his perogative, but still...

I'm actually feeling more happy than bitter about this news. Happy because i believe there'll be another better opportunity for him that can expand his horizons in acting. I agree, i really wanna see him act with another actress for his story line, not because i dislike PSH but for the sake of new atmosphere and challenges. Maybe this is the best for him this time. He's a talented charming guy, so i believe with the right project and hard work, i will see more interesting character from Yonghwa.

Package deal gone awry? Like how Jang Hyuk had to leave Secret Garden?

Quite pleased with this news, his casting as the second lead somewhat dampened my excitement for the drama. I'm a huge fan of Yonghwa as a person and a musician (going to see CN Blue live soon yay!) ... but an actor? Not so much.

I'm curious to see who they'll find as a replacement, I don't have anyone particular in mind but I do hope they don't go down the 'find another male idol that isn't necessarily a good actor but IS insanely gorgeous and popular ' route.

I don't think it was his idea to leave. Though happy he's gone tbh.

I was a bit hapy about this news tbh... Im not that much of a fan of leemin hosacting and yonghwas acting so far has being limited so to think he was the second lead who doesnt get the girl again was a bit underwhelming.. Id wish he could focus n music or find a different role.

I'd like to see Jung Il Woo, Ko Kyung Pyo from FBND or Park Min Woo from FBRS. No idols please.

So, I know he's busy but I think Yoo Ah In is a dynamic second lead. I wish he wasn't working already. Him and Lee Min Ho fighting over me -- I mean Park Shin Hye -- would be amazing.

Aww No Jung Yong Hwa on the small screen? It's okay. I honestly didn't care if he chose this project or not because he's busy and well... I'm sure his acting hasn't improved much haha I enjoy watching him, but can never finish his dramas. Still, I adore CN Blue so :D

As for now needing a new second lead... may I suggest Hyun Woo, Choi Wook Shik, White Christmas boys, or SUFB boys? lolol I think a couple I mentioned are already in dramas, but I would love to see any of them. I don't have a preference though currently I am obsessed with Kim Woo Bin. Then again, he is doing Friend 2 right now, so I don't know. However, if he ever wants more popularity, this drama is probably the way to go. I do not care to watch this for anything except the pretty and...more pretty :)

yeah, i'm not crying either. actually, i'm not too thrilled about park shin-hye's casting either. i'd love to see a talented fresh face get some attention, or a currently underrated actress. i didn't watch PSH's most recent work (couldn't get through it) but she's never really impressed me, though i've always WANTED to like her.

please please, no more idols! i think the idol craze is slowly on its way out (it's inevitable) and i'm happy to see it go. there are just too many to care about.

that's too bad. i was looking toward the bts
where they all get along

oh well

As for his replacement, I would recommend Lee Min Hoo (The Moon that Embraces the Sun).

It will be awesome if the two Lee Min Hoo gets to start together in this drama.

How about Yoon Si Yoon or Kim Jae Wook please? :)

i hope lee joon will get the role..or that the role will be offered to him...it a good thing that yonghwa decided NOT to do it. He's been paired with PSH for 3x if he did this drama..not and to think that this will be his 3rd drama.I hope he choose another project that can widen his acting range.

i just Hope Lee Joon will get the part.I want to see him in a Romantic drama.

I'm so glad he left this drama. I like him but his pairing with Shin Hye is too much for me. They had been together twice, apart from having presented three or four shows together.

I think he disagreed because his role would be either a Shin Woo, or a Lee Shin...pfff

I wish an upcoming young talented actor be selected so that we can focus on looking forward to the drama in October without another prolonged and exhausting controversy as regards to the casting.