Chapter 76

At the work dinner for the drama "Boys Over Flowers," director Kim Ji-sang began, "The roles are mostly set, but there's still an issue with the main characters, the F4. Everyone agrees that Lee Min-ho will play Gu Jun-pyo.

"As for the role of So Yi-jung, I recommend Kim Bum. What do you think?"

Who wouldn't give face to the director's suggestion? The KBS representative and Yoon Ji-hyun nodded in agreement, showing no objections...

"Let me share my thoughts. I think Kim Jun would be a good fit for the role of Song Woo-bin!" The KBS side also expressed their requirements...

The result was unanimous agreement. The only one left was the male second lead, Yoon Ji-ho. The name itself showed the screenwriter's fondness for this character, so everyone tacitly agreed to let Yoon Ji-hyun choose the actor...

"I have two candidates in mind, and I'm a bit hesitant!" Although she leaned more towards one person, for the sake of the entire production, she thought the other might be more suitable...

Director Kim Ji-sang asked curiously, as he had initially assumed Yoon Ji-hyun's choice, "Didn't you favor the leader of SS501, Kim Hyun-joong, before? Who is making you hesitate now?" Without waiting for her answer, he continued, "Could it be Lee Seung-gi?"

Although Lee Seung-gi's acting was still a bit raw in his opinion, it left a strong impression, especially in terms of his character, which was very close to the male second lead...

"Yes, it's him. He fits my vision of Yoon Ji-ho, especially the feeling of an autistic person opening up his heart!"

At this point, the KBS representative had little to say. Kim Ji-sang thought for a moment, realizing he had overlooked this aspect. In terms of acting, Kim Hyun-joong was currently a bit better than Lee Seung-gi, but Lee Seung-gi, being new to acting, had more potential. In actual filming, they would be about the same.

However, as a director, he preferred the latter. Watching his actors grow gave him a sense of achievement. Since Yoon Ji-hyun herself was leaning towards Lee Seung-gi, he naturally chose the one he liked, "Since you've said that, let's go with Lee Seung-gi! What are you hesitating about?"

Yoon Ji-hyun looked a bit embarrassed at the KBS representative, "This is my first time adapting such an important work. Kim Hyun-joong has a higher popularity, which should guarantee some ratings!"

Her reasoning made sense, but seeing the director's slightly displeased expression, the KBS representative, being a shrewd person, said, "Ji-hyun, you're wrong. Director Kim is the one who guarantees the ratings! Think about 'My Girl,' it doesn't need actors to guarantee ratings; it needs to make the actors famous!"

Yoon Ji-hyun realized she had misspoken, "Yes, let's follow the director's decision!" In Korea, directors and screenwriters are generally on equal footing, and by saying this, she placed herself under the director...

Kim Ji-sang was very satisfied. Choosing the right actors, hearing praise, and expanding the production's power, this Lee Seung-gi was truly a lucky star! He called the production staff and instructed them to notify Lee Seung-gi to report to the KBS TV station's XX meeting room at 8 AM the day after tomorrow!

...

"Oh, okay, okay, I got it, I won't be late!" Luo Bo couldn't contain his excitement. During dinner with Choi Ji-jong, Hong Chan-min, and Lee Seung-gi, he hung up the phone and excitedly hugged Hong Chan-min, giving him a kiss...

Hong Chan-min's face darkened, "Bro, I have a girlfriend, no homo!"

"Bro, you have a girlfriend?" Lee Seung-gi, hearing Luo Bo's tone and excitement, muttered to himself, what about that girl, Fang Min-ya?

"We succeeded, we succeeded, Seung-gi, we succeeded!" Although Luo Bo's previous artist was a big star, Lee Seung-gi was someone he had watched grow, and he had pushed him countless times. Now that he had succeeded, Luo Bo felt a deep sense of accomplishment...

Lee Seung-gi felt his heart rate increase. Could it be... "Bro, you mean..."

"Yoon Ji-ho, Yoon Ji-ho! This role is yours!"

Hong Chan-min and Choi Ji-jong knew Lee Seung-gi was vying for the male second lead role and were naturally happy for him, "Congratulations, bro, you made it!" "Star!"

Although sharing happiness with old friends was a joyful thing, Lee Seung-gi felt a bit regretful that he couldn't immediately hug his precious son. So he quickly called his mother, "Mom, give the phone to Huhu!"

"Huhu?"

"Dad! Eat!" It seemed Huhu was also eating...

"Huhu, Dad succeeded, he's going to play the male second lead, Dad will be a big star!"

"Dad~ Dad! Monkey~ Monkey!"

This little rascal, to talk about his dad like that...

Lee's mother took the phone, also very excited, "Seung-gi, you're going to play the male second lead? So soon?"

Indeed, although Lee Seung-gi had played many minor roles, he had only been a formal actor for a few months...

"Yes, that's right!" After venting to his son, Lee Seung-gi calmed down a bit...

"Oh, I see. When you get to the production, listen to the director and learn from the other seniors..." A mother's worry for her child never changes, no matter how old they are...

Listening to his mother's endless reminders, Lee Seung-gi felt no annoyance, only a deep sense of happiness...

It was already more than ten minutes after the call ended when Lee Seung-gi thought about it and sent text messages to a few close friends...

To Yoo Jae-suk: Remember to say I brought you into the industry... Bro, you can count on me, I'll remember your kindness forever!

To Park Myung-soo: Hey, don't disturb me while I'm earning milk money for Min-sook... Isn't your sister-in-law the one who earns more?

To Jung Hae-in: Next year, bro is getting married... What does that have to do with acting in a drama?

To Roh Hong-jip: HAHA, don't come back... Bro, you're so practical...

To Jung Jun-ho: When you become famous, remember to say I taught you acting... Big bro, do you even have acting skills?

To Lee Hyori: Are you mad at me... I heard Yoo Jae-suk say this NUNA's drama flopped...

To Kim Jong-kook: No wonder you're my brother... It's an honor for me...

To Kang Taegyung: Being an actor is better than being an idol... Taegyung, have you looked in the mirror?

To Yoon Eun-hye: It would be great if we could act together, little bro... Should I say I'm not that young? After calling you OPPA for a year, the resentment is real...