Lee Se Young is turning heads in her latest role, ditching her regal queen image and stepping into the shoes of a fiery, mixed-race Disney princess in Spicy First Love – and fans can’t get enough!

After her impressive role in MBC's Motel California, Lee Se Young is making waves once again. Known for her powerful portrayal of queens in historical dramas, she’s now taking on a completely new character in Spicy First Love, showing off a side that’s totally different from anything fans have seen before.

Motel California (based on Sim Yoon Seo’s 2019 novel Home, Bitter Home) tells the emotional story of Ji Kang Hee (played by Lee Se Young), a young woman who grows up in a motel in the countryside and reconnects with her first love after 12 years. With its gripping plot and emotional twists, the show quickly captured the hearts of viewers, ranking second in Good Data Corporation’s January 2nd-week TV-OTT popularity survey.

Lee Se Young’s portrayal of Ji Kang Hee has been praised for her stunning visuals and deep acting. In this role, she embraces a mixed-race character, wearing brown eyes and dark hair, which gives her a fresh and exotic look that’s nothing like her historical roles. Fans are loving her transformation, calling her a "Disney princess" and comparing her to Daphne from Bridgerton. Some even said, "The queen is gone, and a Disney princess has arrived."

Her performance has also been a standout, with her perfect blend of sweetness and strength. Lee Se Young nails the balance between the tough "motel daughter" who stands up to her boss and classmates and the innocent, passionate character caught up in a first love story. The cathartic moments she brings to the screen have left fans wanting more.

Spicy First Love is airing every Friday and Saturday at 9:50 PM on MBC, and with Lee Se Young's incredible performance, it’s no wonder the drama is already gaining huge popularity! Fans can’t wait to see what more surprises this show will bring.

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Song Hye Kyo’s much-anticipated return to the big screen with The Black Nuns is making waves, as the film shoots straight to the number one spot in overall pre-sale rankings, even beating out Hyun Bin’s Harbin.

The Black Nuns is a chilling thriller about a group of individuals who perform forbidden rituals to save a boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit. And it’s already generating tons of buzz!

According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network, as of 11 AM on January 15, The Black Nuns is leading the pack with a 16.4% pre-sale rate, having sold 38,391 tickets in advance. This is a strong indicator of the film’s high pre-release anticipation, even with nine days still left before its official opening.

With its unique storyline and gripping visual appeal, The Black Nuns is expected to inject fresh energy into the upcoming theater season. Song Hye Kyo has been actively promoting the film, making appearances on tvN's You Quiz on the Block, the web variety show Jeong Jae Hyung's Fairy Table, and sharing vlog videos on the Davichi Kang Min Kyung channel. All of these efforts are driving the film’s rising pre-sale numbers.

The film is also drawing attention for its star-studded cast, which includes not only Song Hye Kyo but also Jeon Yeo Bin, Lee Jin Wook, and Moon Woo Jin, all of whom deliver impressive performances.

The Black Nuns is set to hit theaters on January 24, and it looks like it’s already on track to be a massive success.

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