Actress and Singer Lee Elijah Reveals Her 'Triple Job' Lifestyle on MBC's 'The Manager'

Actress and singer Lee Elijah is set to unveil her 'triple job' lifestyle as an actress, singer, and graduate student for the first time.

On the upcoming episode of MBC's variety show 'The Manager' (planned by Kang Young-sun, directed by Kim Yoon-jip, Jeon Jae-wook, Kim Hae-ni, Jung Dong-sik, Lee Da-woon, written by Yeo Hyun-jeon) airing on the 4th, viewers will get a glimpse into the multifaceted life of Lee Elijah. Known for her roles in dramas like 'Fight for My Way', 'The Last Empress', and 'Miss Hammurabi', Lee Elijah showcased her impressive singing skills on 'Miss Trot 4', earning an 'All Heart' and securing a spot in the TOP 8, proving her new charm. She shares anecdotes about being scouted by SM and Big Hit's Bang Si-hyuk during her school days and surprises the audience with her unexpected popping dance skills.

Particularly, she reveals the behind-the-scenes story of managing her activities without an agency during the competition, waking up at 3 AM to juggle drama shoots, competition rehearsals, and graduate school classes. Currently, she has been acting as her own manager for about seven months, handling everything from driving herself to appointments to managing calls and scheduling. Her routine includes practicing trot music, transcribing, and reading right after waking up, and she surprises once again with her down-to-earth habit of enjoying solo meals at a bustling barbecue restaurant during weekday lunch hours. Her humble daily life as a person, not just a celebrity, is expected to add a unique charm.

Lee Elijah also has a strong support system. Her vocal coach, Youngji from Bubble Sisters, praises her as a "model student who practices two to three times more on her own," and expressed concern for her struggles during the competition, offering to be her temporary guardian until she finds a good agency.

Meanwhile, the process of preparing for Lee Elijah's new album as a 'Trot Goddess' will also be revealed. The show will feature the song that earned her 'All Heart' on 'Miss Trot 4', nostalgic remakes, and a sneak peek of a new song she participated in writing and composing.

Catch it on Saturday, the 4th, at 11:05 PM on MBC's 'The Manager'.

Reporter Kim Se-ah from Ten Asia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr