Im Ji-yeon and Lee Se-hee Face Off in Audition Showdown for New SBS Drama

Im Ji-yeon and Lee Se-hee are set to clash in a dramatic audition showdown.

Premiering on May 8, SBS's new Friday-Saturday drama 'Brave New World' is a romantic comedy that depicts a high-stakes battle between Shin Seori, a struggling actress possessed by the spirit of a notorious Joseon-era villainess, and Cha Segye, a ruthless chaebol heir. Directed by Han Tae-seop, known for 'Stove League' and 'Cheer Up', and written by newcomer Kang Hyun-joo, the drama promises an exciting collaboration. Im Ji-yeon (as Kang Dansim/Shin Seori) and Heo Nam-joon (as Cha Segye) are set to captivate audiences with their first romantic pairing.

Im Ji-yeon takes on the role of Shin Seori, a struggling actress in Korea who becomes possessed by Kang Dansim, a legendary villainess from the Joseon era. The transformation of Seori's life through Dansim's survival instincts piques curiosity. Lee Se-hee plays Yoon Ji-hyo, a top star and Seori's rival, promising comedic tension with their constant clashes.

On the 4th, 'Brave New World' released stills from the audition scene featuring 'Joseon Villainess' Shin Seori, drawing attention. In the stills, Seori's ambitious gaze is unmistakable, even in the audition room. Her confident expression reveals her determination to succeed, eliciting laughter. Meanwhile, Yoon Ji-hyo responds with the poise of a top star, showcasing her formidable skills. The intriguing tension between the two, each displaying contrasting charms, raises curiosity about the unfolding events in the audition room.

The intense stare-down between Seori and Ji-hyo heightens interest. Both women, determined not to lose, glare at each other with raised chins. Seori exudes the fierce spirit of a Joseon villainess, while Ji-hyo, unfazed by her top star status, meets her gaze with equal intensity, sparking laughter.

As the fierce rivalry unfolds in the audition room, anticipation builds over who will emerge victorious. The drama 'Brave New World' is set to capture the explosive rivalry between Seori, who unleashes her fierce spirit to survive in 21st-century Korea, and Ji-hyo, who constantly clashes with her.

Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr