Seo Ji-hye Dominates 'Unlucky Love' Premiere with Overwhelming Aura

Actress Seo Ji-hye has captivated audiences from the very first week of the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama 'Unlucky Love' with her powerful presence.

In the first two episodes, aired on the 3rd and 4th, Seo Ji-hye portrayed Yoon Hwa-young, the youngest department head in the sports entertainment division. She flawlessly embodied the character's sophisticated urban charm and sharp charisma.

Within the drama, Yoon Hwa-young displayed a professional demeanor, reacting cynically to Wi Jeong-shin (played by Lim Ji-yeon), who was transferred from the political to the entertainment department, and offering direct advice to Jeong-shin's inexperience in covering stories. Despite her limited screen time, Seo Ji-hye's distinctive urban appeal and strong energy shone through.

Notably, she revealed a pragmatic side, prioritizing results over emotions by choosing to publish an article about actor Im Hyun-jun's (played by Lee Jung-jae) dating evidence, despite knowing it was three years old, and even commending Jeong-shin for writing a retaliatory article. However, as the conflict deepened, she also demonstrated her responsibility as a rational leader by arranging a meeting to resolve the issues.

Seo Ji-hye's meticulous portrayal of Yoon Hwa-young's complex inner self, balancing charisma, coldness, and human warmth, added significant tension to the early narrative. Her compelling presence has heightened anticipation for the drama's future developments.

Following the broadcast, viewers flooded online communities with comments like "I was completely immersed whenever Seo Ji-hye appeared," "The role of the entertainment department head suits her so well," and "Her career woman styling is perfect." Many also expressed anticipation for "the chemistry between Hwa-young and Jeong-shin," looking forward to future interactions.