K-Drama Fans Are Strongly Disagreeing With “The Roundup” Star In His New Interview
Lee Joon Hyuk, the talented actor who gained popularity through his roles in hit dramas such as Three Brothers, I Am Legend, City Hunter, and Man from the Equator, is currently making waves as Joo Seong Cheol in the thrilling film The Roundup: No Way Out. However, while his performance has Seong Cheol amazed fans, it seems that Lee’s recent interview has left dedicated K-Drama followers in disagreement.
Known for his impressive performances in crime and thriller genres, Lee Joon Hyuk was asked in a recent interview with Star News Korea whether he would ever consider taking on a romantic K-Drama role. Lee’s response left many fans shocked.
I think romance as a genre is difficult. And all the male leads in romantic works are so good-looking. There are a lot more wholesome romantic K-Dramas and movies, so it might seem easy. But romcoms and melodramas depend a lot on the leads.
— Lee Joon Hyuk
After expressing his reservations about taking on such roles, he also added that he feels uncertain about whether production companies would be willing to “risk casting” him.
So, I don’t know that production companies are willing to risk casting me for a romantic male lead.
— Lee Joon Hyuk
Fans were quick to express their disagreement with Lee’s comments, particularly regarding his perception of his own looks. Posts on the popular Korean community site TheQoo are full of comments that show the fans’ strong opposition. Some express disbelief and encourage Lee to reconsider his opinion, emphasizing that he is indeed more than attractive and suitable for romantic roles. They plead with him to listen to their desires and highlight his potential as a dreamy romantic male lead.
- “And I thought he was avoiding romcoms because he’s only into thrillers… SIR, have you seen yourself?”
- “Sigh… Don’t you hear us, though? We’ve been begging for years…”
- “DONGJAE-YA. Snap out of it. T-T”
- “But there’s nothing I’d like to see more. WDYM?”
- “PLEASE. A ROMCOM. P-L-E-A-S-E.”
- “Literally, what the f*ck are you talking about…”
- “Omfg. You ARE good-looking. WHEN WILL YOU BELIEVE US? We keep telling you a million times… T-T”
Others were so bewildered by Lee’s opinion of his looks someone even playfully questioned whether the actor has mirrors at home. Their lighthearted remark is a way of expressing their disbelief at his self-perception, emphasizing that if he could see himself as they do, he would recognize his own attractiveness.
- “Excuse me… Who else, if not you, is the best fit for romcoms? T-T”
- “Oppa. Do you not have mirrors in your house?”
- “But you ARE the dreamiest romantic male lead. You have the eyes for it. T-T”
- “PLEASE STAR IN ONE.”
- “Listen to this not-your-average-looking man saying the most average nonsense ever…”
It remains to be seen whether Lee Joon Hyuk will take on a romantic role in the future, but one thing is certain—fans’ unwavering support and adoration will persist, no matter the genre he chooses to conquer.
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