Actor Lee Jong Suk canceled his appearance in Netflix's "See You Again" just a day before the script reading in May 2018.

He was supposed to star with Kim Ji Won, reuniting after seven years since "High Kick! The Revenge of the Short Legged."

A staff member claimed, "Lee Jong Suk backed out the evening before the reading," but his side said, "It was just one of the works under consideration, and no contract was signed." The show was canceled, and Netflix stated, "The timing didn’t work out."

Since then, Lee Jong Suk hasn't appeared in any Netflix originals. His drama "Romance Is a Bonus Book" (2019) was available on Netflix, but he hasn't had other projects with the platform.

After his military service, he starred in "Big Mouth" and the film "Decibel" (2022), but hasn't confirmed any new projects in over two years.

"Big Mouth" faced its own issues. Initially set for tvN with Netflix distribution, it ended up on MBC and Disney+. Netflix rejected "Big Mouth," but it gained popularity on Disney+ and Lee Jong Suk won the MBC Drama Award.

Recently, there were reports that Lee Jong Suk would star in an OTT project called "One Second," based on a webtoon about a firefighter with the ability to see the future. However, his agency confirmed he ultimately declined the role. "One Second" was likely to be a Disney+ series, but the project seems delayed.

Lee Jong Suk remains popular overseas, with successful dramas like "Secret Garden," "School 2013," "I Can Hear Your Voice," "Pinocchio," and "While You Were Sleeping." Given his track record, he likely feels pressure in choosing his next project.

An industry insider noted, "While OTT platforms are preferred over terrestrial and cable channels, success is not guaranteed. Even Netflix series have struggled, and platforms like Disney+, Coupang Play, and TVING have limitations. The better his previous works perform, the more cautious he must be in selecting his next project."

Another insider added, "Lee Jong Suk tends to negotiate extensively before signing a final contract, which can be nerve-wracking for production and broadcasting companies."

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2PM’s Taecyeon has become the center of engagement rumors after viral photos showed him seemingly proposing to his girlfriend in Paris. However, his agency has shut down the speculation, saying there are no wedding plans yet.

Recently, social media exploded with pictures of Taecyeon in Paris, kneeling in front of his girlfriend and presenting her with a ring. With the romantic Eiffel Tower in the background, he gifted her a luxury ring from brand T, while she covered her mouth in what looked like excitement.

The couple was later spotted holding a bouquet and smiling, with Taecyeon gazing lovingly at his girlfriend as she admired the ring on her finger. The sweet moment quickly spread across online communities, leading fans to believe that the 2PM member had proposed.

Taecyeon has been openly dating his non-celebrity girlfriend since 2020. She is reportedly four years younger than him and works in the corporate world. Over the years, the couple has been seen on casual dates, including outings in Apgujeong Rodeo.

Foreign media also added to the buzz, reporting that the ring Taecyeon gifted was a diamond piece from luxury brand T, allegedly worth 78 million KRW (around 58,000 USD).

However, his agency was quick to clarify the situation. On February 5, 51K Entertainment firmly stated, “It was simply a couple’s photoshoot. Taecyeon did not propose, nor are there immediate wedding plans. He and his girlfriend are in a happy relationship, and while marriage may happen someday when the time is right, there are no plans at the moment.”

Despite the agency’s statement, many fans still believe that wedding bells could be ringing soon for Taecyeon and his girlfriend!

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