4 popular Korean movies and dramas rejected by Son Ye-jin

Arpita Sarkar

Son Ye-jin rejected dramas

Son Ye-jin is one of the most famous Korean actresses. She has done several popular dramas but also turned down various projects due to overlapping schedules.

Iris: The Movie (YouTube)

Son Ye-jin rejected Iris: The Movie because she was filming White Night. However, White Night did not perform well at the box office while Iris became a hit in 2010.

Sungkyunkwan Scandal (Rakuten Viki)

Son Ye-jin was originally the director’s choice for the female lead role in the drama. But she rejected it to participate in the project Personal Taste. 

My Spring Days (HanCinema)

Few people know that the director initially approached Son Ye-jin for the female lead. However, due to unknown reasons, she refused this offer.

I Miss You (Rakuten Viki)

Before Yoon Eun Hye, Son Ye-jin was invited to take on this female lead role. However, she rejected the offer due to unknown reasons.

Son Ye-jin's debut drama

The famous Korean actress Son Ye-jin made her acting debut in the 2000 film Secret Tears at the age of 18. 

Son Ye-jin's famous dramas

She has several popular Korean dramas such as Crash Landing On You, Something in the Rain, A Moment to Remember, Running Man, Secret Garden, and more.

Son Ye-jin's upcoming project

As per reports, Son Ye-jin and Ji Chang-wook are being considered for Netflix's Scandal. The series is a remake of the 2003 film Untold Scandal.