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'My Royal Rival' Concludes: Lim Ji-yeon's Farewell to Character Moves Fans

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The SBS drama "My Royal Rival" concluded on June 20, achieving a high viewership rating of 11.8%.
  • Lead actress Lim Ji-yeon posted a farewell message to her character, Shin Seo-ri, expressing deep affection and gratitude.
  • Fans reacted emotionally to Lim Ji-yeon's post, with many expressing sadness over the show's end and a desire to see the main cast reunite.

The popular SBS drama "My Royal Rival" concluded its run on June 20, drawing an impressive 11.8% viewership rating.

Following the finale, lead actress Lim Ji-yeon shared a heartfelt farewell message to her character, Shin Seo-ri, on social media. The post included numerous behind-the-scenes photos, capturing cherished moments with co-stars such as Seo Kang-joon and Jang Seung-jo, as well as the production crew. Lim Ji-yeon's bright smiles in the photos underscored the significance of the project to her.

Her message to Shin Seo-ri resonated deeply with viewers. Lim Ji-yeon described the character as a guiding light that entered her life, imparting courage and determination. She affectionately referred to the character using the symbolic "June frost flower," bidding a gentle goodbye: "I loved you, Shin Seo-ri, Cha Se-gye, goodbye."

Thank you for coming into my life, which was like a vast ocean.

— Lim Ji-yeonThe actress expressed her deep gratitude to her character, Shin Seo-ri.

"My Royal Rival" marked Lim Ji-yeon's first foray into a full-fledged romantic comedy, where she showcased unexpected comedic talent. Her performance spanned exaggerated humor, action sequences, and emotional drama, leading many viewers to consider Shin Seo-ri another "life character" for the actress.

The conclusion of the series also marks the end of the "Seo-ri World CP" pairing of Lim Ji-yeon and Seo Kang-joon. Fans responded to Lim Ji-yeon's farewell post with numerous comments, expressing their own difficulty in letting go of the characters and their hope for a future collaboration between the lead actors.

I loved you, Shin Seo-ri, Cha Se-gye, goodbye.

— Lim Ji-yeonLim Ji-yeon bid a final farewell to her character, referencing another role, Cha Se-gye.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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