Lee Hye Ri ranks as the top student at her elite high school in 'Friendly Rivalry'

Lee Hye Ri transforms into a top student in Friendly Rivalry.

Friendly Rivalry is a mystery thriller that follows the cut-throat academic competition at Chehwa Girls' High School, an elite educational institution, which only the top 1% of the society can attend. The story follows Seul Gi (Jung Soo Bin), a transfer student at the Chehwa Girls' High School, and the mysterious death of her father, who was a college entrance exam question setter. 

The first stills of Lee Hye Ri have been unveiled. In the drama, she plays the role of Yoo Je Yi, a high school student who consistently ranks as the top student at Chehwa Girls' High School, an elite institution for the top 1%. Yoo Je Yi is the daughter of Yoo Tae Jun (Kim Tae Hoon), the director of J Medical Center, who wields influence over the school. She is a multi-faceted character, who is not only a genius at her high school but also possesses immense wealth and perfect looks. The first still captures Yoo Je Yi delivering a speech in an auditorium. Her confident posture and relaxed smile highlight her commanding presence, making it evident why she draws attention wherever she goes. 

In another photo, she stands out among her peers, dominating with her confident demeanor and piercing gaze.

The production team of Friendly Rivalry shared, "From the very first shoot, Lee Hye Ri fully immersed herself in the character, vividly bringing Yoo Je Yi to life. Her transformation into the charismatic Yoo Je Yi will mark a defining moment in her filmography. We ask for your anticipation and interest in this project, where you will witness a new side of Lee Hye Ri." 

Friendly Rivalry will premiere on February 10. News about the K-drama's global OTT platform is yet to come. 

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