South Korean actress Lee Se Hee is garnering attention online for her recent fashionable — albeit hilariously unexpected — poolside ensemble.
A series of photos from the Summer of 2023 has recently resurfaced on online forums, featuring the Bad Prosecutor star in full black swim gear that included a cap and goggles.
The fully covered look, she explained, was intended to protect her skin from UV rays.
Avoiding UV rays! Maybe my friends will also prevent me?! Thank you for hanging out with me!" Lee wrote in the caption of her Instagram post at the time.
While most celebrities opt for bright or revealing swimwear during summer, Lee's sun-conscious ensemble — and her playful attitude — drew widespread laughter and admiration from netizens.
In the photos, Lee is seen walking toward the pool, lying down in full gear, and flashing a playful peek-a-boo look at the camera.
One particular image, showing her floating serenely while fully dressed, especially caught the internet's attention.
"She looks like the villain portrayed as a silhouette from the Detective Conan animation series," one commenter joked.
Others chimed in with remarks like, "What bet did she lose?" and "She could probably go to haenyeo school in that outfit."
Fans flooded the forums with reactions ranging from amused disbelief to genuine admiration for her self-deprecating humor.
"Is she a water strider?" one user wrote, while another asked, "Where do you even buy stuff like that LOL. Please tell me too."
Many were charmed by her cheerful energy, with comments such as "She's really having fun LOL," and "Lee Se Hee is seriously so cheerful and cute."
"She was so pretty in the drama A Virtuous Business LOL. Turns out she's hilarious," one fan noted, while another added, "Please go on variety shows already!"
Lee, 32, has starred in several notable dramas including Young Lady and Gentleman, A Virtuous Business, and Bad Prosecutor.
She has also played supporting roles in series such as Hospital Playlist 2, Love Revolution, and Live On.
Her humorous side, now gaining viral traction, has prompted many fans to call for more variety show appearances.
