New Netflix Series Male Lead Gets Replaced Ten Days Before Filming

The new Netflix series Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, has garnered considerable attention online after just the first two episodes.

The drama stars Girls’ Generation’s Yoona and actor Lee Chae Min as the drama leads.

In particular, Lee Chae Min went viral for the story of how he was cast for the drama!

It was revealed that the first script reading was scheduled for January 2, but was canceled after the original male lead was involved in controversy.

With the original lead leaving on January 11, Lee Chae Min was cast on January 13. The drama’s first filming date was January 22, and his first filming date was February 11, revealing that he joined filming not even one month after being cast, as the drama had already started filming before.

He revealed his honest thoughts about the late casting during the press conference.

I had little time to prepare, so the burden and sense of responsibility were heavy. But the director invited me before filming so I could participate in group readings and shape the character’s tone and style.

— Lee Chae Min

K-Netizens praised his acting and showed a positive response to his casting.

• “You really don’t know when an opportunity arises.”
• “Their chemistry is so good.”
• “I am happy they changed the male lead. So happy.”
• “I watch only for the male leads…I liked him since his previous drama role…so handsome.”
• “I wondered why so many people criticized the show when the casting was first revealed. They match so well.”
• “Opportunities truly come to those who are prepared. He must’ve had little time to prepare, but the response to the show is amazing!”