Korean drama lovers, get ready to feel the new tension in the world of actress Hyeri's role! This time, he appears with a character that is very different from what we usually see. In the latest drama Friendly Rivalry, Hyeri challenges herself with the role of an antagonist full of ambition and manipulation.
This drama carries the mystery, action, and friendship story genres, which are guaranteed to make the audience curious from the first episode. Premiering on February 10, 2025, Friendly Rivalry is a must-watch drama for K-Drama fans.
If previously Hyeri was known for her sweet smile and cheerful roles, this time she has transformed into a very ambitious figure. In this drama, she plays Yoo Je Yi, a popular and intelligent student at the elite Chaehwa Girls' High School, who turns out to have a dark side.
Yoo Je Yi is not the cheerful character we usually see in Hyeri. Instead, she is an ambitious and highly manipulative figure in her quest to achieve her goals. The intense competition at the school makes the relationships between the characters even more complicated.
The friendship that initially developed between Yoo Je Yi and Woo Seul Gi (Jung Su Bin), a transfer student from an orphanage, drastically changed into a competition full of intrigue. Behind their fierce competition, a tense death mystery also emerges. The death of Woo Seul Gi's father, a former teacher at the school, becomes a turning point in the increasingly complex storyline.
With a mix of action, thriller, and mystery genres, Friendly Rivalry promises suspense that will keep viewers on their toes. Adapted from the popular webtoon titled Friendly Competition by Song Chae Yoon and Shim Jae Young, this drama immediately caught the attention of webtoon fans since it was announced.
This webtoon, which was first released on June 30, 2020 on Naver, has succeeded in gaining great popularity, so it is not surprising that its adaptation in the form of a drama is also awaited by many people. Friendly Rivalry consists of 16 episodes, with a duration of around 30 minutes per episode.
This drama is dense and full of action and tension that will make the audience even more impatient to wait for the next episode. Apart from Hyeri and Jung Su Bin, this drama also stars a number of talented actors and actresses, such as Kang Hye Won, Oh Woo Ri, Kim Tae Hoon, Choi Young Jae, and Bae Yoon. Their presence further enriches the story which is full of twists and surprises.
Not only the story and characters, several scenes in Friendly Rivalry also stole attention. One of them is the kissing scene between Hyeri and Jung Su Bin which is the main highlight. The scene sparked various reactions from the audience, adding to the appeal of this drama.
This is also Hyeri's comeback after last appearing in the drama May I Help You in 2022. Director Kim Tae Hee, who was trusted to direct this drama, provided a stunning visual touch. Set at Chaehwa Girls' High School, an elite and famous all-girls high school in South Korea, makes this drama interesting not only from a story perspective, but also from the visual aesthetics presented.
Hyeri also showed her dedication to the role by buying all the clothes and accessories that fit Yoo Je Yi's character herself. She even collects designer bags to reflect the exclusive status of the characters she plays. Interestingly, no sponsors provided luxury goods for this drama, showing how much Hyeri devoted herself to her character.
The presence of Friendly Rivalry is proof that Hyeri can not only play cheerful roles, but is also able to transform into a charming antagonist character. This drama offers an interesting combination of suspense, mystery, and conflicted characters. If you are looking for a drama with a challenging story and full of surprises, Friendly Rivalry is the right choice to watch!
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