Paparazzi photos featuring Seong Hee-joo and Prince Ian, the main characters of MBC's new Friday-Saturday drama "21st Century Grand Lady," have been released. The drama is scheduled to premiere in April 2026. In the photos, Seong Hee-joo (played by IU) and Prince Ian (played by Byun Woo-seok) are seen naturally linking arms and smiling, showing everyday moments. Their appearance creates a warm atmosphere reminiscent of a newlywed couple.

In the drama, Seong Hee-joo is the child of a conglomerate family, possessing beautiful looks, exceptional intelligence, strong competitiveness, and management skills. However, she faces social limitations as an illegitimate child and a commoner. Prince Ian is loved by the people for his natural charisma and handsome appearance but lives hiding his identity as the king's second son. The two decide on a contract marriage to overcome their respective limitations. News of their marriage caused a stir throughout South Korea.

In the released photos, Seong Hee-joo and Prince Ian reveal cautious excitement and tender affection in their gazes toward each other. Their romance is a central theme of the drama, drawing viewers' anticipation. IU and Byun Woo-seok are receiving attention for their performances deeply immersed in their characters, and the chemistry they will show in this drama is also highly anticipated.

"21st Century Grand Lady" is set in a 21st-century constitutional monarchy in South Korea. The drama depicts the fate and social status-breaking romance of Seong Hee-joo, a conglomerate heiress who is a commoner by birth, and Prince Ian, the king's son who has nothing despite his royal blood. The production team includes writer Yoo Ji-won and directors Park Jun-hwa and Bae Hee-young.

The paparazzi photos released ahead of the drama's broadcast highlight the relationship between the two protagonists and increase viewers' expectations. Whether Seong Hee-joo and Prince Ian can overcome their limitations through their contract marriage and how their story will unfold is eagerly awaited.

"21st Century Grand Lady" is set to premiere this April, with growing anticipation for the performances of the two actors and the drama's storyline. This drama promises to present viewers with a new romance.