Lee Hye Ri’s Character Stills from Upcoming K-Drama Friendly Rivalry
Friendly Rivalry is an exciting new South Korean drama starring Lee Hye Ri and Jung Soo Bin in the lead roles. Before the show’s premiere, fans got a sneak peek at Hyeri’s character through recently released stills. The series tells the story of two high school students caught in a complicated relationship, which leads to dangerous and unexpected outcomes.
On January 10, 2025, the production team shared several stills showing Lee Hye Ri as Jae Yi, her character in the show. In one image, Jae Yi is seen giving a speech at school, confidently speaking to her classmates and holding their attention with her powerful presence. In another shot, Jae Yi is focused in class, her calm and composed attitude showing how much she cares about her studies. Her serious expression and the determined look in her eyes reveal that she has a strong sense of control over those around her, and there is more to her character than what meets the eye.
The first stills of Lee Hye Ri as Yoo Je Yi in the drama have been revealed. Yoo Je Yi is a top student at Chehwa Girls’ High School, an elite institution for the best 1%, and the daughter of Yoo Tae Jun, the influential director of J Medical Center. She is portrayed as a brilliant student with wealth and beauty. In the still, Yoo Je Yi is seen delivering a speech, exuding confidence and charm, showing why she captures everyone’s attention.
The production team of Friendly Rivalry shared, “From the very first scene, Lee Hye Ri completely embraced her role, bringing Yoo Je Yi to life in a powerful way. Her transformation into this strong character will be a big moment in her career. We hope you look forward to this project and discover a new side of Lee Hye Ri.”
Friendly Rivalry is a highly anticipated show directed and written by Kim Tae Hee. It is set to premiere on February 10, 2025, offering viewers an exciting new drama to look forward to.
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