Hwang Jung-eum recreates iconic 'Giant' look from 16 years ago

Actress Hwang Jung-eum has stirred nostalgia among fans by perfectly recreating her visual style from the drama 'Giant' 16 years ago.

On the 31st, Hwang shared several photos on her SNS with the caption, "I tried the 2010 'Giant' Miju visuals again! The long hair felt awkward, but thank you for taking such pretty pictures."

In the released photos, Hwang creates an intense yet captivating atmosphere with waist-length straight hair, dark eye makeup, and tanned skin. Her appearance directly evokes the style she sported while playing Lee Mi-joo in the SBS drama 'Giant'.

The transformation captured significant attention, as it stands in stark contrast to the natural, casual look she has recently shared on her YouTube channel. With the addition of long, straight hair and glamorous styling, her signature features and sultry aura were further enhanced, making her "Liz beauty"—reminiscent of her prime—a hot topic once again.

Fans responded enthusiastically, leaving comments such as "Miju has truly returned," "She looks exactly the same even after 16 years," "Did long hair suit her this well?" and "Successful recreation of legendary visuals."

'Giant,' the drama mentioned by Hwang, was a special project aired by SBS to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2010. It was a massive hit, surpassing a maximum viewership rating of 40%. At the time, Hwang solidified her status as an actress by gaining explosive popularity for her portrayal of the bold Lee Mi-joo.

Hwang is currently raising two sons. She briefly suspended her activities following an embezzlement controversy last year and has recently been resuming her career by communicating with fans through her YouTube channel.