Cha Tae-hyun to play veteran variety PD to Kim Soo-hyun’s rookie
by girlfriday
OH. I like this. I like it a lot. KBS’s new drama Producer isn’t settling for one male lead, because why have one when you can have two? Right on the heels of announcing Kim Soo-hyun’s potential reunion with the writer of You From Another Star in her newest drama, Cha Tae-hyun (Jeon Woo-chi) has signed on to play the veteran variety producer to Kim Soo-hyun’s rookie. The Yoda to his Luke Skywalker. The Moon-ho to his Healer. This is one trend in dramaland that should never die down.
The drama is set in the backstage world of variety shows, and will be helmed by star variety PD Seo Soo-min, of Gag Concert and Yoo Hee-yeol’s Sketchbook. She’s known for having a Midas touch, and is now the CP (chief producer, aka head honcho) of KBS’s Happy Sunday corner, which includes Superman Returns and Season 3 of 1 Night 2 Days. That explains how she got Cha Tae-hyun onboard since he’s on the 1 Night 2 Days cast, while we already know that writer Park Ji-eun (You From Another Star) was responsible for calling Kim Soo-hyun back to dramaland.
Cha Tae-hyun has been cast to play a 10-year veteran PD of variety shows. He’s described as walking in and out of the Korea Communication Standards Commission (the censorship office) like it’s his own house, though for all his experience on a long list of variety shows, he’s still a PD without a marquee program to his name. Cha Tae-hyun is pretty much perfect for this role — he spends his days on variety sets working with these PDs, and I can’t wait to see him making inside jokes, like meta on meta with a side of meta.
If he signs on, Kim Soo-hyun will play a rookie PD in his department. I already love his character description: He was planning to become a prosecutor, but chose to become a variety PD solely for love. Their leading ladies will be a variety PD and a singer, but we’ll have to wait till the roles are cast to know which way the pairings go.
The show still doesn’t have a set air date, though producers are aiming for a Friday-Saturday slot to compete with the prime weekend real estate that tvN and JTBC have cornered. The plan is to start shooting in March and some stories say that it could premiere as soon as April, but others have it premiering later in the year. It’ll require moving their standard weekend shows around to make a Friday-Saturday slot possible, so that’ll be a factor as well. I’m amused that they’re talking about cutting back on dramas one day, then carving out even more slots the next.
Whenever it airs, I’ll certainly be looking forward to this drama. I know showbiz — and particularly dramaland — is a well-worn landscape around here, but as a fan of variety, I’m going to find a little extra joy in the melding of two worlds that I love.
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1 Aria
February 28, 2015 at 3:05 AM
yay!!!
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thia
February 28, 2015 at 5:02 AM
I love this guy i missed him Saay Girl.. he was so wacky there.. with Kim Soo hyun i know its gonna be another hit..
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thia
March 1, 2015 at 6:26 AM
Ive read at koreaboo.com that it is confirmed our baby KSh and CTH that will going to star on kbs entitle Producer.. im so excited.. its worth waiting after one and half year that ksh is reviewing his comebavk drama after MLfs.
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2 little-muffin
February 28, 2015 at 3:09 AM
Wooo.. I'm actually looking forward to Cha Tae-hyun more than Kim Soo-hyun.
I think it's gonna be a funny and enjoyable drama ride!
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Manin
February 28, 2015 at 4:47 AM
Me too!
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jat
February 28, 2015 at 5:58 AM
me too
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Ella
February 28, 2015 at 7:58 AM
Totally! I love him and he's fab!
And it's a nice coincidence that both men worked with Jeon Ji Hyun on two mega hit projects. :)
From the descriptions, I not only appreciate the two men's potential bromantic-mentor relationship but the fact that there will be no love triangles because it seems like they have their own separate love lines.
Cha will have wonderful chemistry with anyone really so I can't wait to see who they cast for him. As for Kim, if its a singer and on KBS, IU sounds like a possibility. A reunion with Suzy would have fans going crazy and quite the possibility since he worked with Jeon again. Or how about Park Shin Hye? If it's a spunky, fun role, I'd love to see her do it. This project already has all the makings of Hallyu, so these are good contenders even if I want my usuals: Kim Ji Won, Park Eun Bin, Lee Yubi, Han Groo, Im Joo Eun, Jung So Min in a leading role, sighs.
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rezberry
February 28, 2015 at 6:08 PM
Yes for Park Shin hye!!
I'd like to see it. She just need a perfect partner and a well-written script. I still love her in Pinocchio
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mocha
March 3, 2015 at 5:10 AM
High five!!! I'm totally excited because of Cha Tae Hyun lol. He's perfect for this role!
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3 zakin89
February 28, 2015 at 3:09 AM
YES, please dramagods let this happen! =)
Not gonna lie I'd be watching this more because of Cha Tae Hyun than Kim Soo Hyun :D
And how awesome would it be to get a Jun Ji Hyun cameo?
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cecilia
February 28, 2015 at 3:37 AM
+1
and thank you for reminding me that between CTH and KSH, there's a connection that is Jeon Ji-hyun. She can be the snooty actress they cast as guest star on their variety show.
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rezberry
February 28, 2015 at 6:09 PM
I'm Cheon Song yi, you know??
Omo! Please make it happen...
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KDaddict?JCW
February 28, 2015 at 3:54 AM
That's a wonderful idea! I think that she'd Want to cameo for these two.
Finally a drama I can get excited about after Healer. I really hope the leadings ladies are good, so as not to ruin this excitement.
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anabear
February 28, 2015 at 4:57 AM
same here! I'm not excited to watch anything after Healer, but this one seems interesting. hope it delivers :)
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fab
February 28, 2015 at 9:37 AM
Same here! That reference to Healer is just daebak, and Ive read the article multiple times just to make sure CTH and KSY have signed on for real.
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Daehoney
February 28, 2015 at 5:16 AM
Jun Ji Hyun as cameo? YES PLEASE!
Can we have a scene (or two or three the more the merrier) where CTH-JJH-KSH met? CTH was talking to KSH and JJH walks in like a sassy diva she really is and make them in awe? Or whatever the writer writes as long as JJH is in.
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pogo
February 28, 2015 at 5:28 AM
re: that last line
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH YES PLEASE!!!
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4 esther
February 28, 2015 at 3:10 AM
cha tae hyun and kim soo hyun??
yayyy!! As for the leading ladies, I really miss gong hyo jin in dramaland.
is it impossible to see her paired up with CTH? Pretty please..
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xilem
February 28, 2015 at 3:50 AM
from girlfriend description, the leading ladies are a producer and a singer. can we have gong hyo jin the producer leading lady and yoona as a singer leading lady? yoona is an idol n can sing
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j2hr
February 28, 2015 at 4:32 AM
is it a joke right? most people, even her fans, know that Yoona cant sing. and Plz, there are so many young talent actresses out there who can both act sing well. Why do we have to cast idols if the roles are singers? should we cast doctors if the roles are physicians? should we cast law enforcement personnel if the roles are police/soldiers...? No more idols plz
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Redfeather
February 28, 2015 at 6:02 AM
I think why idols are used in dramas as compared to say, actual doctors acting in physician roles, is because idols already are in the entertainment industry and they've already made a name for themselves. Sure, they may not be great at acting, but as we all know, the goal for producers is to earn as high as ratings as they can, and idols do tend to earn some viewers regardless of their acting skills since they already have a fan base.
tl dr; Idols are most likely casted because they're already established in the entertainment industry = fan base exists = more viewers = more money for producers
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pogo
February 28, 2015 at 9:14 AM
....except that even this logic is butt backwards considering how many dramas with idols in lead roles have flopped horribly. Their fan base is usually too young to bother actually turning on the tv!
solace
February 28, 2015 at 9:46 AM
I don't get the hate for idols...
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mo0mi
March 1, 2015 at 9:23 PM
they can't act. some people want a good performance..
shiksoo
February 28, 2015 at 6:19 AM
or gong hyo jin as a PD and han groo as a singer. han groo debut as a singer and i miss her acting.
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dafuqwhat
February 28, 2015 at 7:29 AM
Gong hyo Jin will be nice. Someone mention Jung ryeo won too, and I agree whole heartedly! She and CTH will look good together. As the singer... if they have to cast idol I prefer Jung eun ji rather than yoona. She's from idol group Apink right?
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meliyasha
March 1, 2015 at 7:38 PM
Ohhhh if it's Gong Hyo-jin or Jung Ryeo-won then I'm in!
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lemondoodle
February 28, 2015 at 7:59 AM
Yeah, looking to Yoona for singing ability though? I don't think so.
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5 Kimmy
February 28, 2015 at 3:13 AM
as long as Cha Tae Hyun doesn't get sidelined, this will go on my must-watch list. you don't just cast Cha Tae Hyun & give him a not-so meaty role!!!
let's hope for a Chief Oh - Jang Geu Rae kind of dynamic. Or Moon-ho - Healer. etc. :)
(also, if this means kim soo hyun might go on 2D1N, then i'm a very happy camper indeed)
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xilem
February 28, 2015 at 3:22 AM
park ji eun writer is known for writing equally for all the actors in the drama to make sure all of the actors shine. even bad actor like ahn jae hyun is likeable in my love from the star..with kim soo hyun and cha tae hyun confirmed in
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xilem
February 28, 2015 at 3:25 AM
sorry, i'm so excited untill unconciously press enter button.. pali ksh, confirm it.. oh, for leading lady, can we have upcoming and rising star this time? how about yoona snsd?
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Kay
February 28, 2015 at 9:29 AM
But Yoona is too young to play a PD and she can't really sing at all either. She's also had strong dating and break up rumors with Kim Soohyun so I doubt we'll see them sharing the screen.
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ㅇㅈㄱ
March 1, 2015 at 2:03 PM
Yoona? Really, yoona? Lmao
That would ruin the heat of this drama.
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pogo
February 28, 2015 at 6:22 AM
yeah, sidelining is a thing I've seen happen to way too many fantastic older actors in favour of the hot young thing.....hope this writer lives up to her reputation for avoiding that.
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6 sancheezy
February 28, 2015 at 3:34 AM
I like the pair, they have lot of potential to be marketing in local and foreign market
but let just see till they release an official poster
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7 chocopieb
February 28, 2015 at 3:36 AM
just when im recovering from my healer syndrome, you just had to refer to moonho - healer >.<
anyway this sounds fun! xD
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blo
February 28, 2015 at 4:26 AM
Ha I'm glad I'm not the only one who had to make a comment about that. It will never get old for me for Healer to pop back up in random places.
Well, I am definitely more interested with Cha Tae-hyun being casted. I miss him.
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Everine
February 28, 2015 at 6:19 AM
Lol, same here!
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hwaiting
February 28, 2015 at 6:21 AM
@chokopie83
I know right? Healer ya:(
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glowry
February 28, 2015 at 7:46 PM
my sentiment exactly!
this is not helping my Healer withdrawal syndrome..lol
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8 Viki
February 28, 2015 at 3:40 AM
Definitely watching! The two male leads are great! Now just don't ruin it with female leads who can't act...(I don't want to watch Sensory Couple anymore, sorry Yoochun).
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9 Chandler
February 28, 2015 at 4:01 AM
Oh yes. YES.
Honestly, this is so great. Because 1. Cha Tae-hyun back in dramaland in a drama I want to see and 2. Cha Tae-hyun back in dramaland in a drama I want to see!!!!!!! and 3. Kim Soo-hyun playing a character that I'm actually really excited to see him play (I've had this weird lack of excitement for him lately despite liking him in YFAS, but this could revamp my love for him!). And you're right, I'm totally loving this trend!
Omg, a cameo from Jun Ji-hyun would be ridiculous...
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10 Ajumma Jjang
February 28, 2015 at 4:09 AM
Yaaaasss!
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11 Ginger
February 28, 2015 at 4:19 AM
Thank you Drama Gods!!!
Side note, does anyone know where I can watch movie 'Slow Video' w/ decent eng subs and quality?
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loveyoumomo
February 28, 2015 at 5:44 AM
I watched it on dramacool the other day but the last segment didn't have any sound (still had subs though)
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12 haydee
February 28, 2015 at 4:21 AM
Wow! Can't wait!!! Love Cha Tae-hyun.
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13 ilovewish
February 28, 2015 at 4:24 AM
Omfg i'm so freaking excited for this--- in the midst of monotone kdrama genre and theme this unique one came out with kim soohyun on board. What could be better jzvahsbsjqbjahsua.
And is it impossible to hope suzy playing as the female leas because i'm dying to see ksh and suzy together in a drama again with a good production and a good script and all.
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14 oosiee
February 28, 2015 at 5:01 AM
Ooh....looking forward to this combo!
♡♡
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oosiee
February 28, 2015 at 5:10 AM
As for cameos..along with Jun Jihyun..can we have a 1N2D team cameo too?..saying 'ee memba...rememba'..haha..I'd b epic...or maybe our evil PD duo..Na PD and Yoo Hojin PD!
♡♡
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Everine
February 28, 2015 at 6:20 AM
"ee memba…rememba"
Hahaha! I forever love Kim Junho for starting that.
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Purva Huilgol
February 28, 2015 at 11:32 AM
I agree completely! And please throw in a Dragon Brothers cameo too!!
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Heal-er
February 28, 2015 at 2:57 PM
And he Babo(Idiot) Brothers too that would be awesome.
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15 jheart
February 28, 2015 at 5:05 AM
Can't be more perfect than that!!!!!
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16 jheart
February 28, 2015 at 5:07 AM
Hopefully we will get to see cameo by Jeon Ji Hyun <3 <3
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17 Daehoney
February 28, 2015 at 5:08 AM
Sounds really fun! It has Misaeng vibe, not that I'm complaining tho. And Cha Tae-Hyun is like the Einstein of comedy in Korea, so I'm really looking forward to it! I just hope the leading ladies are up to par with CTH and KSH (if he confirms, but I think when CTH agrees, KSH will agree). Agree with someone above, GHJ will be perfect as PD (though the strong and independent woman will likely resemble her character in IOIL) and for the singer, please please please don't cast an idol who can't act! Well, there are idols who can act, and there are plenty of actress who can sing. We don't know how the character's gonna be, so I can't think of anyone at the moment.
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shiksoo
February 28, 2015 at 6:21 AM
instead an idol i prefer han groo. han groo debut as a singer.
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18 paroles
February 28, 2015 at 5:19 AM
Now I'm looking forward to this!
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19 kanz
February 28, 2015 at 5:33 AM
Yes please!!! Kim Soo Hyun, just accept this!
I think this drama can be another hit
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20 lidyadya
February 28, 2015 at 5:37 AM
I wish Jeon Jihyun make a cameo appearance. Maybe as a snooty celeb on their variety show? Which turns out that she got history with both of them.
She's like, one is my ex-boyfriend and one is my ex-manager. And turn the shooting upside-down. Lol
That should be fun!
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21 jheart
February 28, 2015 at 5:39 AM
MY nominations for leading ladies ^^
I wonder who will pair with who.
Veteran Variety PD couple?
Variety PD + rookie PD= female sunbae+ male hoobae couple ?
Variety PD+ famous singer?
rookie PD+ famous singer?
Some actresses could act both roles since they can also sing!
We are not sure about the age yet so it could be idol (age 18-24 ) or top singer (age 25-35)
Variety PD
Gong Hyo Jin
Kim Min Hee
Moon Chae Won
Ha Ji Won
Im Soo Jung
Jung Ryeo Won
Lee Bo Young
Shin Min Ah
Yoon Eun Hye
Han Hyo Joo
Singer
Han Hyo Joo
Yoon Eun Hye
Shin Min Ah
Yoo In Na
Han Chae Ah
IU
Ham Eun Jung
Han Groo
Kim Ji Won
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loveyoumomo
February 28, 2015 at 5:46 AM
Han Groooooo please :) I want to see her back in drama land!
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jongyu
February 28, 2015 at 6:09 AM
Ooh.
For the PD, I think it would be great to see Yoon Eun Hye.
As for the singer, IU came to mind as well. But I'll be even happier with Han Groo!
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Chandler
February 28, 2015 at 7:55 AM
Woah, this is funny because I literally had the same thought process as you on all counts! Yoon Eun-hye for the PD and IU or Han Groo for the singer. But that's if the pairings are going to be Veteran Variety PD couple + rookie pd & famous singer. If the pairings are different then my suggestions might change. Also Han Groo and Yoon Eun-hye might be too similar...
I also like most of the other suggestions on the list!
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shiksoo
February 28, 2015 at 6:24 AM
yes han groo plus han groo also a singer
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paroles
February 28, 2015 at 7:12 AM
Shin Min-ah can't sing though. She sings for OSTs for her voice is really unstable in real life.
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jheart
February 28, 2015 at 8:07 AM
Looking at your comment, I am thinking about an idea.
How about a top singer who got popular due to her beauty, mysterious image and catchy hits. There is a twist that she won't be able to sing live. Lacking skill in singing live+ stage fright? Would be quite interesting ^^
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22 Mandy
February 28, 2015 at 5:39 AM
Oh this is sounding better and better. Damn. I'm so excited because Cha Tae-hyun and Kim Soo-hyun? This needs to happen NOW!
The character descriptions sounds really interesting and I'm loving the set up already. Now I'm just waiting to see who they'll court for the female lead. Hopefully no love triangles because I love both the guys and want them to get their girls.
The time slot is a little odd. For a drama that could boast the likes of KSH and CTH and the writer of YFAS, wouldn't it be smarter to just give them the regular weekday miniseries slot so KBS can hope for a big ratings boost? Specially since its the network that's been on the biggest slump out of the big three. So weird.
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23 ganadaramabasa
February 28, 2015 at 5:55 AM
I agree that Gong Hyojin would be the perfect fit for the female PD character! But omg I suddenly have this idea for who should play the singer. Since she's not chosen for the female lead in Sensory Couple so how about Kim Jiwon?? I think she would be perfect! She's a talented actress and she can sing as well (she sang in Whats Up drama). What do you guys think? & I think she and Kim Soohyun would look kinda cute together too.
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ganadaramabasa
February 28, 2015 at 6:14 AM
& hmm IU would be great too. If ever they wanted to include an idol then atleast let it be IU. She's one of the better idol actresses out there.
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pogo
February 28, 2015 at 9:16 AM
I wouldn't mind Kim Ji-won being cast in this, if only because of the huge boost it would give her career (and finally a step to leading lady).
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mmeuh
February 28, 2015 at 5:02 PM
yea I have her singing on my playist, it's gonna be awesome if she gets to sing again.
But really, I hope she'll get cast in sth soon after changing agency. At this point Idc if it's only second female lead. She made me feel for Rachel, I know she can make her character much more compelling than what's on paper. They just need to give her(and many other talent young actresses out there) a chance to shine.
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24 jongyu
February 28, 2015 at 6:05 AM
Okay, now I'll HAVE to check this out. It's funny cause last week I re-watched Scandal Makers cause I missed CTH and yesterday I was thinking it would be great to see him in a drama again.
I think this is going to be fun, ONLY if is role is a good one. I don't think I can stand him being in the background, for the young'uns to be in the spotlight. I would hate that cause he deserves better. But I guess I don't mind KSH taking up the role.
When I saw the leading ladies being a producer and singer, idk why I thought of IU as the singer. Maybe bc I remembered their duet "Can I love you" in Dream High lol So if they decide they will cast an idol, I hope they consider IU, at the least. Omg, but what if they cast Suzy? :| Shippers will be happy at least.
Young actresses who can sing are not coming to mind atm. But I'm looking forward to more casting news.
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25 Ai Sky
February 28, 2015 at 6:13 AM
Moon Chae Won... Please... her act is daebak. she'll be the perfect role...
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Everine
February 28, 2015 at 6:21 AM
+1
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26 Ek Ladhki Thi is Kim Eun-sooks no 1 fan
February 28, 2015 at 6:31 AM
I don't know who I'd want in the producer role, but for the Singer I hope they'll cast Im Joo-eun, we know she can sing. Although I'm still waiting on a reunion between her and Jo Jung-seok. Or they could cast IU or Ham Eun-jung.
And yes to a cameo by JJH, she could walk in flip her hair, yell Do manager and proceed to call Cha Tae-hyun all the mean names she wants.
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27 mary
February 28, 2015 at 6:40 AM
I want this show.
WANT IT.
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28 Asterido
February 28, 2015 at 7:01 AM
Dear Drama-gods,
Please make this happen!
And do you mind to consider Eunji - Apink too?
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Heal-er
February 28, 2015 at 5:48 PM
I hope so too. Jung Eun Ji as the singer. She can act and her voice is one of the best. And KBS like her and APink too hehe
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29 glitzmadrb
February 28, 2015 at 7:16 AM
Having Cha Tae Hyun in this drama is so cool! He's the right actor for this! I hope he nails this character!
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30 earthna
February 28, 2015 at 7:52 AM
Cha Tae Hyun got me more hyped for this drama.Would be better if Soohyun confirms though. Now, the casting for the female lead just had to be perfect. Hahaha. I trust Park Ji Eun Writer-nim so I'm not so worried. Eeeeee so excited. Cheon Song Yi cameo please! That would be awesome. I wonder if CTH has ties with Writer Park too since he also did a cameo on her Unexpected You.
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31 misty
February 28, 2015 at 7:57 AM
Wow! I'm actually more excited for his casting than KSH.
As for the female lead, please let it be Moon Chae Won or better yet, Jung Ryeo Won (she needs to comeback to dramaland).
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Chandler
February 28, 2015 at 8:19 AM
I also think Jung Ryeo Won would be good for this!
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32 simen
February 28, 2015 at 8:30 AM
Nam Ji hyun as singer opposite kim soo hyun??? she's trend these days and they looked cute in another prvious drama. <3
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annie
February 28, 2015 at 11:46 AM
Ooh that's a great idea. I LOVED them together in Will it Snow for Christmas.
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33 Annie Nguyen
February 28, 2015 at 9:36 AM
Kim Ji Won? She's good at acting and singing. I just really want her to get a role that would launch her into more leading roles. I need to see her in something after gapdong and that web drama
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mmeuh
February 28, 2015 at 4:55 PM
SECOND THIS.
In fact I just really miss her on screen :'(
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34 bbstl
February 28, 2015 at 9:44 AM
OH.YES PLEASE.
I wonder, can Jo Boa sing?
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mary
February 28, 2015 at 1:52 PM
I'd love to see her in another light role.
I have no idea if she can sing, but it would be hilarious and a gold mine of meta jokes if the "singer" role actually can't sing!
Hey, it's a show about variety PDs. Surely they will make lots of jokes about "buzz over talent"? :D
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jensredshoes
February 28, 2015 at 7:51 PM
Right, but we keep wanting more meta jokes and getting nuthin. Remember the hope we had for Rain in She's So Lovable as a producer? Great potential that was totally wasted. Poo!
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mary
March 1, 2015 at 11:03 PM
LOL at poo
YFAS writer wrote a funny Chun Song-yi char though (which was amplified by JJH's awesomeness)
I'm getting the same vibes from CTH. I feel like he will make a male version of Chun Song-yi.
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35 barbjean
February 28, 2015 at 9:53 AM
So true! Love this trend of mentor-mentee relationships in dramas. It was one of my favorite things about Healer!
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36 Cocoboo
February 28, 2015 at 10:08 AM
Oh now that I know some more info about this drama, I'm totally on board. I'm liking the concept a lot, getting to see more of the behind-the-scenes. It reminds me of King of Dramas in that way. I'm anticipating all the meta jokes.
I really liked Cha Tae Hyun in the few times I saw him on variety shows. I need to see his drama acting. ^^
Waiting to see who the female leads will be... Pleasebegood.
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37 verte
February 28, 2015 at 10:36 AM
Yay! Looking forward to this show :D
How about Lee Yoo Bi? I think she'd be good for the singer role...
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38 Lucy
February 28, 2015 at 10:49 AM
:D
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39 Arhazivory
February 28, 2015 at 10:50 AM
Went into happy shock reading this. Whoo~
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40 alpha
February 28, 2015 at 11:11 AM
This drama is screaming awesomeness. Now if they only cast rightful female leads, it will become a guranteed hit.
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41 RoRoRo
February 28, 2015 at 11:26 AM
They need to cast Lee Kwang Soo for this drama too
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xilem
February 28, 2015 at 8:49 PM
i second this.. lee kwang soo + cha tae hyun + kim soo hyun bromance please
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42 cheliwel
February 28, 2015 at 1:15 PM
I can already see a bunch of cameos from the variety shows. Suzy or Eunji as the singer?
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43 Wyn
February 28, 2015 at 1:28 PM
How about Song Joong Ki instead. Am I right in saying that SJK and CTH are somewhat close? I think I saw an article somewhere SJK saying CTH is one of his sunbaes he is grateful to.
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44 Diana
February 28, 2015 at 2:04 PM
Jung Eunji as an idol singer who secretly aspires to be a gag comedian instead of a singer and Gong Hyo Jin as a variety PD with Kim Seul Gi as the quirky assistant
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45 mmeuh
February 28, 2015 at 4:50 PM
For the male lead actors I'm in, the premise is interesting enough too, now only left the ladies. I know who I want, she can act, she can sing, she is pretty and brings on the chemistry with every of her co-star and all but heck I also know they will never give me! D:
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46 Aigoooo
February 28, 2015 at 4:53 PM
I am really excited about the plot. I hope it goes in the way of King of Dramas but for variety shows. I want them to show how much scripting is involved in variety shows and that some celebrities aren't all nice and humble just because it's what they show us in front of the camera. Also, JJH cameo would be a must since her 2 most memorable leading men are both in it.
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47 poliwag
February 28, 2015 at 5:16 PM
I'm really hoping for a cameo by the 2 Days and 1 Night cast if Taehyun signs up because come on- we get a pick of Joowon, Seungwoo, Haejin and Taewoong to come on and break the fourth wall to bully Taehyun about it. Even funnier if the 4 above are those in the show he's producing!
Also for the female lead choices, I'm swinging in the direction of Moon Chaewon/Jung Eunji owo I do like them both \o/
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48 juniper
February 28, 2015 at 5:50 PM
I cannot with this trend. I'm just so done with older, better actors babysitting for this generation of talentless pretty boys. Kim Soo-hyun is serviceable (and funnily enough, was at his best in Giant, paired with Jung Bo-seok), and there are a few actors in their 20's/early 30s who do have talent, but still--can we please stop it now? I mean, if dramaland isn't ashamed over the fundamental lack of respect shown to legitimate talents on a regular basis (Lee Beom-soo in Triangle springs to mind), the secondhand embarrassment from seeing these partnerships unfold should be enough to keep them from doing it again-- watching them together is just so painfully cringeworthy because you can't not see what's going on. For instance, I remember squirming through City Hunter because Kim Sang-joong was practically bludgeoning Lee Min-ho with the force of his charisma and getting absolutely nothing back from him. Healer was also embarrassing, though to a lesser degree because Yoo Ji-tae is not all that great or magnetic. These partnerships are a terrible mistake as a rule, the only exceptions being when the younger guy brings something to the table (and the older one is given the role he deserves), like Siwan and Lee Sung-min in Misaeng, or Lee Je-hoon and Han Seok-kyu in Secret Door (it was definitely not their fault that drama failed).
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49 miloplease
February 28, 2015 at 8:56 PM
I LOVE THIS. If I was born a korean I'd prolly be a variety scriptwriter or something related to it. Doesn't have to be kpop idols, cus I love return of superman too. Anyways, needless to say, I'd be looking forward to the behind the scenes take of the variety world.
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50 sophia
February 28, 2015 at 10:03 PM
OMG im sold, this could totally be my next addiction!!
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