Lee Young Ae has shared a delightful update with fans, revealing a fresh side of herself ahead of her long-awaited return to the stage.

On May 6, the veteran actress posted several photos on her personal account with the caption: “Hedda Gabler D-1. Finally meeting you all on stage tomorrow! Thank you to Ji Hyun Joon’s fans for the team hoodie!”

In the photos, Lee Young Ae poses in front of a large poster of the upcoming play Hedda Gabler, in which she stars. 

Dressed casually in black with a baseball cap, she strikes playful poses—making a finger heart at the camera and lifting one leg in a jumping stance.

Known for her calm and elegant image, Lee’s cheerful and youthful energy gave fans a refreshing surprise—what some described as unexpected “MZ-generation vibes.”

Lee Young Ae will be appearing in Hedda Gabler, running from May 7 to June 7 at the LG Arts Center Seoul in the LG SIGNATURE Hall. The role marks her first return to the stage in 32 years since the 1993 play Jjajangmyeon.

Originally written by Henrik Ibsen, Hedda Gabler explores the psyche of a woman yearning for freedom amid societal constraints and repression.

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