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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IU recently revealed that she watched her own concert film in a public theater, but shockingly, no one recognized her—even when she dropped a hint!

On February 27, a new video featuring IU was released, showing her inside a car on her way to Daejeon.

She excitedly shared, “This is a surprise stage greeting for UAENA! I picked this location through a ladder game when I did stage greetings.”

Previously, IU had let fate decide which city she would visit after her stage greetings. She happily said, “There are UAENAs everywhere I go. Wherever I go, it's a flowery path.” The game ultimately led her to Daejeon.

IU originally hoped to explore the city, saying, “I wanted to visit Daejeon's pride, Sung Sim Dang, and walk around, but my team said it wouldn’t be possible. The lines are too long, and it’s freezing outside.” She sighed, adding, “So, things turned out this way.”

Dressed up for the occasion, IU smiled, saying, “I don’t get to meet UAENAs in Daejeon often, so I wanted to make a surprise appearance looking my best.”

She also joked about enjoying surprise events, adding, “As long as Hanteo oppa drives me safely, I’m happy.”

But what really caught fans' attention was IU’s unexpected confession—she had secretly watched her concert film in a theater, but no one noticed her! “No one recognized me at all. There weren’t that many people, and it was a weekday… but still! I even gave a hint!” she said, sounding both amused and surprised.

Later, when IU finally appeared at the theater, her fans were overwhelmed with emotion. Some even burst into tears, prompting her to gently say, “You really didn’t expect me to come, right?”

After wrapping up her stage greeting, IU laughed at herself, saying, “Wait, did I just do a 40-minute one-woman show? I must have talked so much.”

On her way back to Seoul, IU reflected on the day, sharing, “It was so cold today. I shook hands with all the UAENAs. My hands are usually cold, and since the weather was freezing, I think I made a lot of people’s hands cold, too. But after touching so many warm hands, mine became warm, too. I still haven’t washed them.”

Her love for her fans truly knows no bounds!

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