Hyeri’s GL (Girl Love) K-Drama Becomes A Hot Topic Among Korean Netizens
Hyeri‘s latest project — the GL (Girl Love) K-Drama Friendly Rivalry — has been making waves in China and generating significant buzz among Korean netizens. The series, which premiered on February 10 on U+ Mobile TV, adapts a popular webtoon of the same name and has been steadily climbing in popularity.
The teen mystery thriller showcases Hyeri in the lead role as Yoo Je Yi, a student who appears to have it all—intelligence, wealth, and beauty. As the top student at her school, she’s widely envied, and she’s fully aware of the advantages her privileged background affords her. Her carefully constructed world begins to shift when she develops a particular interest in transfer student Woo Seul Gi. Their relationship quickly intensifies into something that blurs the boundaries between friendship and obsession.
Starring alongside Hyeri are Chung Su Bin, Kang Hye Won, and Oh Woo Ri. The K-Drama’s compelling storyline and Hyeri’s transformation into a darker, more complex character have fueled its growing success, particularly in China. Fans have noticed her social media has been flooded with comments from Chinese viewers — proving just how appealing the show is to international fans.
자기 손목 잠깐붙잡았다고 웃는게 진짜광기같애.. pic.twitter.com/E6t7gPVHSE
— 굴 (@tunnel000) February 17, 2025
혜리 언니의 이런 서늘한 장면들을 볼 때마다 그녀가 평소에 왜 입 크게 벌리고 와하하 웃는지 알 것 같음 … 압도적인 아름다움을 숨기기 위함임..
— 자연눈물 (@tearsinnature) February 18, 2025
The show’s success has sparked lively discussions among Korean netizens, with a post on TheQoo attracting thousands of views and comments. Viewers have praised Hyeri for successfully stepping away from her typical cheerful, hardworking characters. Many have been particularly impressed by her convincing portrayal of Yoo Je Yi’s cunning and obsessive nature.
- “Indeed, when you choose the right character, an actor can showcase their acting skills… She pulled off this acting transformation well”
- “Hyeri seriously comes across as an obsessive psycho, lol. The character suits her extremely well”
- “It’s super fun… I don’t usually watch dramas religiously, but I watch this one whenever it’s on”
- “I also became a fan of Hyeri this time, lol”
- “It seems like Hyeri successfully transformed her character. She used to always play the sweet, hardworking female lead”
