Hey there! Have you ever watched “Descendants of the Sun”? If not, you’re missing out on one of the most beloved dramas ever!
Song Joong Ki’s role as Yoo Shi Jin won the hearts of many fans, especially making South Korean soldiers look super charming. The show was a huge hit not just in Korea but all over the world, turning Song Joong Ki into a major Hallyu star.
But here’s something interesting: Song Joong Ki wasn’t the first pick for the role! Can you believe it? According to local news reports, the writers and directors initially thought he was too slim to play a heroic special forces officer. They had someone else in mind but eventually decided to tweak the character a bit and give Song Joong Ki a shot.
On June 6, a TV show called “The List 2016” spilled the beans on four actors who turned down the role before Song Joong Ki got it.
Drum roll, please… those actors were Won Bin, Jo In Sung, Gong Yoo, and Kim Woo Bin. Yep, all big names!
These guys were a bit hesitant about sporting the military short haircut and weren’t too keen on playing a soldier. Plus, they didn’t like the idea of committing to the pre-production format, which meant filming everything before the show aired.
Now, looking back, it’s hard to imagine anyone but Song Joong Ki as Captain Yoo Si Jin, right? He totally nailed the role and made it unforgettable!