Lee Jung-jae Stuns Fans in 'Grand Prince Suyang' Attire to Fulfill Drama Vow

Actor Lee Jung-jae met with fans in a spectacular appearance, as if he had stepped right out of the screen, to fulfill his drama's rating pledge.

The lead actor of tvN's Monday-Tuesday drama 'The Dearest,' Lee Jung-jae, successfully held his fan event 'Superstar Feel Good Day' on the 22nd, dressed as Grand Prince Suyang, showcasing immense fan appreciation.

This event was arranged to honor Lee's unconventional promise made during his appearance on tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' on October 29th: 'If the first broadcast viewership rating surpasses 3%, I will meet fans dressed as Grand Prince Suyang.' The news of the pledge fulfillment immediately sparked explosive reactions from fans and the public alike, especially as his portrayal of Grand Prince Suyang in the film 'The Face Reader' is still hailed as legendary.

On this day, Lee Jung-jae made a surprise appearance on the streets of Myeongdong, perfectly embodying Grand Prince Suyang with a red royal robe and a beard, instantly captivating the scene. After greeting citizens, the 'Superstar Feel Good Day' event was filled with a passionate atmosphere, packed with about 80 'true fans' who had traveled from all over the country, and even from overseas.

Fans were meticulously selected through fierce competition after preparing reasons why they had to meet Lee Jung-jae and their ultimate 'fan heart max level' skills. Lee expressed his emotion upon watching special 'fan-made' videos created by the fans. The appearance in the Grand Prince Suyang costume further amplified the excitement to its peak. He couldn't hide his happy smile, stating, 'I didn't expect such a passionate response. I am grateful for the opportunity to meet our viewers.'

Comedian Jo Se-ho made a surprise appearance, adding to the joyful atmosphere. The highlight was the one-on-one photo session with Lee Jung-jae, where the fans' sincerity shone brightly. From fans cosplaying Grand Prince Suyang identically to Lee, to a parody video presented by a fourth-grader, the event was filled with laughter and touching moments. Particularly, the heartfelt stories from 'true fans' who have supported Lee for a long time moved the audience. Towards the end of the event, a video celebrating Lee's 30th acting debut anniversary was played, eliciting thunderous applause from the fans.

Lee Jung-jae concluded the event warmly, saying, 'I am truly grateful for the sincerity and effort you put into preparing and creating these. I am always thankful for the support and love from my fans. I will work harder to meet you all more often.' Meanwhile, the 7th episode of tvN's drama 'The Dearest,' starring Lee Jung-jae, is scheduled to air on the 24th (Monday) at 8:50 PM.

Following the broadcast, online communities and social media platforms were flooded with comments such as 'Lee Jung-jae is so cool,' 'It's great to see him keep his promise,' 'The Grand Prince Suyang visuals are legendary,' and 'As expected, Lee Jung-jae is reliable!' Fans are sending their support, looking forward to Lee Jung-jae's future activities.