Lee Seo-jin carries Hwasa's high heels on stage during Nep Festa appearance

Actor Lee Seo-jin revealed an unexpected affectionate side by staying by the side of singer Hwasa, who stood barefoot on stage. After appearing on stage while holding Hwasa's high heels in one hand, he drew laughter from the audience with a playful gesture, lightly pulling Hwasa's arm to lead her off stage after the performance ended. The reaction at the scene was intense due to the different side of Lee Seo-jin, who is usually loved for his indifferent and chic image.

On October 31, videos capturing the scene of the 'Nep Festa' performance held that day were uploaded successively to social media and online communities. In the videos, Lee Seo-jin made a surprise appearance during Hwasa's performance of "Good Goodbye." In particular, he drew attention by stepping onto the stage while holding Hwasa's white shoes. His natural chemistry with Hwasa, who sang barefoot on stage, attracted interest from the audience as an unexpected combination.

Lee Seo-jin's appearance provided more than just a simple surprise appearance. From appearing on Hwasa's stage holding her shoes to being together on stage, the unusual combination of the two people heightened the atmosphere at the scene. Lee Seo-jin's characteristic blunt way of speaking and indifferent expressions, which he usually shows on variety shows, were fully revealed on stage, creating a unique sense of humor.

After the song ended, actor Kim Kwang Kyu also joined them on stage. Hwasa wittily handed the microphone to the two, saying, "Since the end of the year is not far away, as elders, could you please give a word of blessing to the friends here and then exit?" Following the request to deliver a word to the audience ahead of the year-end, contrasting reactions from the two followed.

Kim Kwang Kyu, who took the microphone first, shouted in his characteristic hearty voice, "Just do everything you want to do!" His short but powerful remark triggered laughter and applause at the scene. Following him, Lee Seo-jin took the microphone and offered a simple blessing, saying, "Have a pleasant weekend today," while showing his signature dimple smile. The contrast between Kim Kwang Kyu's unrestrained encouragement and Lee Seo-jin's calm greeting clearly revealed their distinct personalities.

The laughter continued until the final moment of exiting. When Hwasa announced an encore stage, saying, "I will do one more song before I go," Lee Seo-jin made a gesture as if he were lightly grabbing Hwasa's arm to lead her off stage. The audience burst into laughter at the playful action that seemed to jokingly restrain Hwasa's intention for an additional performance, and Lee Seo-jin also left the stage with a relaxed demeanor. Cheers of "Lee Seo-jin!" burst out continuously from the seats.

This surprise appearance was known to be part of the filming for the SBS variety program 'My Secretary.' Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang Kyu, acting as 'daily secretaries,' visited Hwasa's performance site and showed special chemistry. In particular, as Lee Seo-jin's appearance of personally carrying the high heels on stage and his playful behavior of appearing to lead Hwasa off stage were revealed, interest is growing in what kind of fun their meeting will lead to on the broadcast.

Lee Seo-jin, who seems indifferent yet naturally takes care of others when necessary; Kim Kwang Kyu, who livened up the atmosphere with his unrestrained talk; and Hwasa, who welcomed the two seniors with relaxed stage manners. The unexpected combination of the three captured the attention of the audience through even short videos. Expectations are also rising for the behind-the-scenes stories of them that will be revealed in 'My Secretary.'

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