Lee Hyo-ri to Miss World Korea winner Lee Ju-hyang, "You don't look like KARINA"

Lee Ju-hyang, a former Miss World Korea winner, brought up the topic of being a look-alike for aespa's KARINA, only to receive a candid evaluation from Lee Hyo-ri. Lee Ju-hyang, who described herself as a natural beauty, revealed that she had previously been told she resembled actresses Lee Na-young and Han Ye-seul, but when she mentioned KARINA, the reactions from the cast were unusual. Ultimately, Lee Hyo-ri drew a firm line, saying, "Ju-hyang has her own unique charm. It's not that she looks like KARINA," which turned the studio into a sea of laughter.

In the JTBC entertainment program 'Love War' broadcast on the 12th, Lee Ju-hyang, a girlfriend and former Miss World Korea winner, and her boyfriend Park Jin-seong, a job seeker, appeared. Park Jin-seong was introduced as a so-called 'Dolsoe boyfriend' who takes care of his girlfriend's schedule and even takes on the role of a manager. The sight of Lee Ju-hyang receiving makeup ahead of a promotional event with beauty pageant winners offered a glimpse into the daily lives of the two.

Park Jin-seong's affection for his girlfriend was extraordinary. Recalling her time at the beauty pageant, he said, "When she was wearing the beauty pageant sash and taking photos, I thought she was truly beautiful. I think her beauty is at the celebrity level." This moment revealed his devoted side as he takes pride in his girlfriend's appearance. His efforts to closely support her activities even while preparing for employment drew interest in their relationship.

The conversation heated up in earnest when Lee Ju-hyang brought up the look-alike stories surrounding her. Stating she is a natural beauty, she shared that she had heard she resembles aespa's KARINA. She added that in the past, people had also said she resembled actresses Lee Na-young and Han Ye-seul. While her confidence in her appearance as a beauty pageant winner was evident, the cast reacted immediately as soon as the name KARINA appeared.

Kim Hee-chul expressed surprise, asking, "Are you talking about the SM KARINA I know?" Seo Jang-hoon also drew laughter by saying, "I'm a little worried today, will it be okay?" As KARINA is an idol loved for her unique aura and distinct features, the cast members did not easily agree when the look-alike claim emerged. It also drew attention that Lee Ju-hyang explained she wasn't asserting she looks like KARINA herself, but rather that people around her had said so.

The decisive blow came from Lee Hyo-ri. Instead of unconditionally praising Lee Ju-hyang's appearance, she first acknowledged, "Ju-hyang has her own unique charm," before adding, "It's not that she looks like KARINA." It was a candid reaction that contained both a compliment and a firm evaluation in one sentence. Seo Jang-hoon immediately summarized the situation by emphasizing, "It's not that she is saying she is, but that others said so." The back-and-forth between the cast members regarding the look-alike debate created a pleasant scene typical of variety shows.

Look-alike evaluations can vary depending on the viewer's taste and impression. Even with the same face, one person might think of a specific celebrity, while another might discover a completely different charm. Lee Hyo-ri also drew a line regarding the similarity to KARINA while making it clear that Lee Ju-hyang has her own unique charm. Ultimately, the fun of the broadcast was created not by the conclusion of who looks like whom, but through the process of the cast members pouring out their honest reactions in their own ways.

The Lee Ju-hyang couple generated various topics, from beauty pageant winning experience to stories of resembling famous celebrities and the boyfriend's affection for his girlfriend. In particular, Lee Hyo-ri's direct remark emerged as a highlight of the broadcast, drawing viewers' attention. Although she did not agree with the modifier 'KARINA look-alike,' Lee Hyo-ri's honest evaluation, which acknowledged Lee Ju-hyang's own charm, left a strong impression.

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