THIS ‘Juvenile Justice’ Star Steals Spotlight Once Again In ‘Weak Hero Class 1’

Rising star Lee Yeon steals the spotlight and wows the entire entertainment scene with her unparalleled acting performance. This year, she appeared in back-to-back blockbuster hit series "Juvenile Justice" and "Weak Hero Class 1."

Lee Yeon Receives Acclaim For Impressive Performance

Lee Yeon widens her acting spectrum with the new coming of age series "Weak Hero Class 1"!

The series follows the story of a boy who fights injustice inside and outside of the premises of the school through his methodical and strategic techniques, and it is headlined by Park Ji Hoon.

In the drama, Lee Yeon transformed into Young Yi, a runaway teenager who joined the gang in order to survive. She received recognition for her passionate acting despite being the only girl in the cast.

The drama also received acclaim from the viewers, creating a new box office sensation. Lee Yeon recently starred in another blockbuster hit "Juvenile Justice" where she portrayed a 13-year-old killer.

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The actress' two performances were compared and was once again lauded for her immersive acting. In addition to that, both her characters were aged down, seamlessly acting along with young co-stars despite being 26 years old already.

With her outstanding acting, she is slowly building an impressive career for herself. Lee Yeon is expected to become bigger in the following years.

Lee Yeon On Portraying Young Yi In 'Weak Hero Class 1'

In real life, Lee Yeon is a bright and charming person. She became her co-stars "older sister" during their filming as she was naturally sweet and caring.

But when the cameras roll, Lee Yeon works hard to express the dark side of her character. She stated, "I analyzed my character and gave emphasis on her vile personality. She's a very complex role and it was a challenge to be her."

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Thankfully, Lee Yeon has the ability to transform effortlessly into her new acting role, effectively showcasing her precarious side and high-density acting skills.

In particular, her chemistry with the cast, especially Shin Seung Ho who starred as her gang's leader, remained impeccable. From the heavy to emotional scenes, the cast successfully decorated the story.

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Lee Yeon hopes to return with a new work, and challenge herself with romance or horror genres in the future. Stay tuned for more updates about the rising actress!

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Written by Elijah Mully.