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Text: Yu Dazui Booth
Editor|Yu Dazui Booth
Facelift? No facelift? This is a problem. When South Korean diva Lee Hyo-ri frankly said that she wanted plastic surgery, we couldn't help but ask: Will beauty also be defeated by time?
In this entertainment industry where appearance is king, even the top actresses worth 4.2 billion cannot escape the anxiety of appearance, is this reflected the cruel scrutiny of women in our time? Let's step into Lee Hyo-ri's inner world and see how this once sexy goddess faces the baptism of time.
Lee Hyori: The real anxiety behind the 4.2 billion worth
Lee Hyori, this name is synonymous with the Korean entertainment industry for many people. Her beauty, talent and charm have made countless people fall in love with her. However, time flies, time is like a knife, even Lee Hyori, who is naturally beautiful, cannot escape the troubles brought by age.
In a recent variety show, Lee Hyo-ri admitted that he was "old" and wanted to undergo plastic surgery. As soon as these words came out, they immediately caused an uproar on the Internet.
You must know that Lee Hyo-ri has just returned to the advertising industry with a sky-high endorsement fee of 700 million won per year, earning 4.2 billion won in just 5 months, a new high in the industry. Why does such an actress who is at the peak of her career have such strong face anxiety?
Lee Hyo-ri told his journey in the show. "Everything has changed, everyone is younger than me," she said. Behind this sentence is Lee Hyo-ri's helplessness and emotion in the face of young people on the set. Once upon a time, she was also the beautiful girl in her 20s, and now, she is the oldest person on the set.
"All the staff are younger than me, and when I go to shoot commercials, I invite people in their 20s to eat and drink with friends, and they are all called people in their 20s, and if you want to call friends, you have to call people in their 40s."
Lee Hyori's words expressed the hearts of many middle-aged women. In this fast-paced society, age seems to be a burden, especially for women.
Awkwardness in front of the camera: the impact of a stuntman
Lee Hyo-ri also revealed a poignant detail. During the filming of the commercial, the director used a young model in her 20s as a lighting double. When Lee Hyo-ri stood in front of the camera after the fair-skinned, young and beautiful model left, the director of photography and lighting suddenly became extremely busy.
This detail is undoubtedly a blow to Lee Hyori. It made Lee Hyo-ri realize the gap between his skin condition and that of a young model. This strong contrast made Lee Hyori start to wonder if he was still suitable for shooting commercials.
"I wondered if I should stop doing commercials, I was worried about what would happen if everyone on set thought I was the only old one."
Lee Hyo-ri's words express the anxiety of many middle-aged women in the workplace. In this youth-revering society, age seems to be an original sin, especially for the entertainment industry that needs to maintain its appearance.
The journey of plastic surgery: from nature to change
Faced with this situation, Lee Hyo-ri began to think about plastic surgery. This is undoubtedly a huge change for her, who has always admired natural beauty.
"Originally, I didn't touch my face because I liked natural things, but as I got older, I felt that it was rude, and I felt like I was a little too polite to advertise."
Lee Hyo-ri's words reflect her inner struggle. Behind this shift from insisting on natural beauty to considering plastic surgery is Lee Hyo-ri's thoughtful consideration of himself, his career, and his expectations of society.
She tried Botox injections, but they didn't work well. She also tried laser lifting treatments in Jeju Island, but the results were also not good because the skin was too thin. These experiences allow us to see Lee Hyo-ri's efforts to maintain his appearance.
However, Lee's confusion has not diminished as a result. She said:
"I can't lift my nose and I have double eyelids, what should I do?"
This confusion is probably the common sentiment of many women who face the same problem.
The reality behind the 4.2 billion worth of people
While Lee Hyo-ri is anxious about her appearance, her career has reached a new peak. Lee Hyo-ri, who returned to the commercial advertising industry for the first time in 11 years, spends 700 million won a year on advertising, the highest level in the industry. According to industry speculation, Lee Hyo-ri, who was designated as the spokesperson for six brand advertisements, had a revenue of at least 4.2 billion won as of December last year, about five months after announcing his return to advertising.
This figure is undoubtedly jaw-dropping. However, such a high value did not bring Lee Hyori a sense of security. Instead, it seems to have become a pressure that makes Lee Hyo-ri care more about his appearance.
This phenomenon may reflect the harsh requirements for women in the entertainment industry and even in society as a whole. Even a woman with a successful career like Lee Hyo-ri can't escape the trouble of appearance anxiety. This makes us reflect: Are we setting too high standards for women?
Netizens hotly discussed: Lee Hyori's honesty resonated
This incident quickly aroused heated discussions among netizens on the Internet. Some netizens expressed their understanding and support for Lee Hyori's thoughts:
"Sister Lee Hyo-ri is so real! We ordinary people also have this kind of anxiety, let alone celebrities who are in the spotlight? "
"4.2 billion is worth no match for the power of time, and Lee Hyori's honesty is distressing."
Some netizens also think that Lee Hyo-ri does not need plastic surgery:
"Lee Hyo-ri is already beautiful, and he doesn't need plastic surgery at all. The mature charm that comes with age is the most attractive. "
"I hope Lee Hyo-ri can accept her age, her talent and charm are the most important thing."
Some netizens questioned the aesthetic standards of the entire entertainment industry:
"Why do we always ask women to maintain their youthful appearance? This standard of beauty is inherently unfair. "
"Lee's anxiety reflects the harsh demands of society as a whole on women, and we need to change that perception."
These comments reflect people's different perceptions of beauty, age, and social values. Lee Hyori's honesty has undoubtedly touched the hearts of many people.
Written at the end: the dialectical relationship between age and beauty
Lee Hyo-ri's confession allows us to see a real person, a woman who feels anxious about the passage of time. Her story may be a microcosm for many people.
In this youth-oriented society, are we putting too much pressure on women? Can beauty really resist the baptism of time? Perhaps, we need to redefine the standard of beauty and learn to appreciate the charm of different ages.
Age brings not only wrinkles, but also experience, wisdom and calmness. Perhaps, we should learn to appreciate this beauty that comes from within.
Finally, I would like to ask you a question: if you were Lee Hyo-ri, would you choose plastic surgery? Or, how do you think we should feel about the changes in appearance that age brings? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section.