On the 14th, the production team of the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'My Royal Nemesis' (written by Kang Hyun-ju, directed by Han Tae-seop) heightened anticipation ahead of the third episode by releasing stills showing a direct clash between Shin Seo-ri (played by Lim Ji-yeon), an unknown actress possessed by the soul of a Joseon-era royal concubine, and top star Yoon Ji-hyo (played by Lee Se-hee).
The released photos capture a tense standoff between Seo-ri, Ji-hyo, and their agency CEO Hong Bu-seon (played by Baek Ji-won). What particularly catches the eye is the red, swollen cheek of Seo-ri. Even in a situation that suggests a storm has just passed, Seo-ri exudes the dignity of a villainess who once shook the Joseon Dynasty, shooting sharp glares at the two people cornering her.
The following stills capture a full-blown physical altercation. Even at the moment Ji-hyo raises her hand to slap her, Seo-ri does not blink, facing her with the eyes of a predator. The contrast between Seo-ri's intense aura and Ji-hyo's shocked expression raises questions about what consequences the charisma of this 'Joseon villainess' will bring as she overwhelms a 21st-century top star.
Previously, the two had already clashed at a brand audition for chaebol Cha Se-gye (played by Heo Nam-jun), where they displayed polar opposite attitudes—one as a 'devoted wife' and the other as a 'proponent of remaining single.' As Seo-ri’s confidence in not backing down even in front of a top star provided catharsis to viewers, attention is focused on how this physical fight will serve as a turning point in their relationship.
Meanwhile, 'My Royal Nemesis' reached No. 1 on the Netflix Global Top 10 weekly viewership rankings for non-English TV shows within its first week of broadcast. This marks the fastest record among all SBS Friday-Saturday dramas to date, proving its immense popularity both domestically and internationally.
'My Royal Nemesis,' featuring the performance of Lim Ji-yeon possessed by the spirit of a Joseon villainess, will air its third episode on the 15th at 9:50 PM.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)
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