Who will be the next star to join Fantagio’s star-studded lineup? Might Lee Se-young, the critically acclaimed “Sageuk Goddess,” be embarking on a new chapter in her continuing career with Fantagio? On September 12, Fantagio formally announced that the award-winning actress recognized for her performance in The Red Sleeve has signed an exclusive management contract with the agency.
Fantagio shared its excitement about the collaboration by emphasizing her wealth of acting versatility: “We will be supporting her full capacity based on the various genres to be tackled in the films and dramas to come.”
Fantagio’s Official Statement
Fantagio stated in an official release, “We are very happy to welcome Lee Se-young Fantagio, an actress with an exceptionally broad filmography with proven talent in multiple genres.” Fantagio further said it will provide full management support so she can continue to explore a range of roles and exhibit the breadth of her acting skills during her Fantagio exclusive contact.
Lee Se-young’s Career Highlights
Journeys Start (1997)
Lee Se-young began her career as a child actor, as a child actress when she debuted in the 1997 television drama River of Brothers (or Brothers’ River). After her first appearance, she quickly garnered attention for how naturally she presented on screen.
Rise to Prominence (2003)
She gained national fame by playing the young Choi Geum-young in MBC’s 2003 historical drama Dae Jang Geum by performing virtually as well as many adult actors.
Seamless Transition from Child Roles to Adult Roles
Lee quickly transitioned into adult roles without a break in roles. She successfully built her résumé in television and in films similarly. Lee demonstrated consistent performances in every role giving her a reputation as a reliable and versatile leading actress.
Notable Works & Nicknames
Significant dramas:
- The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop – Slice of life drama that reinforces her versatility with families and family stories.
- A Korean Odyssey (Hwayugi) – Fantasy drama that showcased her ability to accomplish supernatural and imaginative storytelling.
- The Crowned Clown – Historical/political drama steeped in royal intrigue.
- Doctor John – Medical drama demonstrating her mastery of modern professional and emotions.
- Memorist – Crime/mystery drama that introduced her to suspense storytelling.
- Kairos – Time-travel thriller/melodrama that solidified her adaptation to complex dramatic lines.
Films:
Boiling Youth, Suseongmot, Hotel Lake – Probably smaller or indie films, giving Lee the ability to explore her character in a nuanced way, through a refined performance.
Acclaimed Historical Dramas:
The Red Sleeve, Contract Marriage Story of Chaste Lady Park – Roles that earned Lee significant acclaim, and have earned her the nicknames of “Sageuk Goddess” and “Sageuk Invincible.”
The nicknames indicated that she is considered by media and fans to be well respected for the quality of her performances in historical dramas.
Recent & Future Projects
2024–25 Performances:
What Comes After Love – A romance or melodrama exemplifying that she has a continuing role in the modern television space.
Motel California – A possible suspense/thriller denoting she is willing to explore challenging and difficult characterisations in various genres.
Future Project:
Disney-plus adaption The Remarried Empress (or Remarriage Emperor) is her first drama as she is being noticed by a major streaming platform that has international reach and she is being identified as a significant artist in major productions.
Fantagio, Talent Pool and History
Fantagio is an entertainment agency based in South Korea who manage multiple talent including actors and K-pop idols, with well-known names such as Kim Seon-ho, Lee Sung-kyung, Ong Seong-wu, veteran actor Baek Yoon-sik, and popular idol groups ASTRO and BTOB’s Lee Chang-sub under Fantagio. Fantagio also produces dramas and films, offering their artists opportunities through in-house projects, and provides international shows to help expand and promote their brand.The benefit of being under the Fantagio umbrella is that there is strong support in the industry, as well as the opportunity to collaborate with other major artists.
Visual /Social angle
Lee Se-young has recently posted a celebratory selfie on social media in a white shirt and jeans, sitting next to a “Welcome to Fantagio” tiara cake. The post went viral as fans complimented her casual charm and warm smile. Social media interactions such as this one can help strengthen the connection with her fans and get them excited about her various projects under Lee Se Young new agency Fantagio.
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Conclusion
As Lee Se-young Fantagio embarks on her journey as an official Fantagio artist, fans are awaiting her next ventures. Her versatile approach across genres, along with the resources from the agency, will allow for exciting upcoming projects. We should hopefully expect that this collaboration will elevate her career domestically and internationally.
What genre do you expect to see her involved with next?
