Lee Seo-an, a former member of second-gen K-pop groups SeeYa and F-ve Dolls, is gaining new praise as an actress for her performance in the TVING original series My Dear X (친애하는 X), where she plays the tragic mother of lead character Baek Ah-jin, portrayed by Kim Yoo-jung.
On November 23, Lee Seo-an posted behind-the-scenes photos from a cast gathering on her social media, writing, “To the beloved ‘My Dear X’ team, thank you for everything. You all worked so hard.” The images, taken during a wrap-up dinner, show a cheerful Lee posing closely with her co-stars, including a warm selfie with Kim Yoo-jung, radiating a real-life mother-daughter vibe beyond their on-screen roles.
She also encouraged fans to binge-watch the series, saying, “It’s honestly so good… I can’t wait for the next episodes!”
In My Dear X episodes 1 through 4, the focus lies heavily on Baek Ah-jin’s dark past, growing up in an abusive household scarred by her father’s alcoholism and gambling. Lee Seo-an’s character, Im Seon-ye, tragically dies at the hands of her violent husband (played by Bae Soo-bin)—a trauma that leaves a deep imprint on Baek Ah-jin’s adult life and identity.
Lee Seo-an debuted in 2009 with SeeYa, later joining F-ve Dolls. Since the group disbanded in 2012, she has focused on acting, gradually establishing herself with supporting roles in dramas and web series. Her nuanced portrayal in My Dear X is now earning fresh recognition, with many viewers revisiting her idol roots and praising her seamless transition to acting.
As My Dear X gains momentum on TVING, Lee Seo-an’s performance adds emotional weight to the series’ gritty themes, while her real-life bond with Kim Yoo-jung continues to delight fans on and off screen.
Sources: Netizenbuzz