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Ha Ji-won Expresses Bold Crush on Favorite F1 Driver… Asks Lee Seo-jin for Help

Published : Oct 30, 2026 11:25 AM


"My Genie Secretary" actors Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-gyu are embarking on an unprecedented overseas business trip to grant the wish of Ha Ji-won, a devoted Formula 1 fan.

Airing tonight (October 30) at 11:10 p.m., the SBS Friday variety show "My Genie Secretary" will feature the Korean broadcasting industry's first-ever behind-the-scenes look at an F1 event, alongside Ha Ji-won's grand mission to meet her favorite driver.

On this day, the "My Genie Secretary" team heads to Singapore, their first overseas destination, alongside Ha Ji-won. Unable to hide her excitement even before arriving at the F1 venue, Ha Ji-won brings up her favorite driver, asking Kim Kwang-gyu, "Can you find out if he has a girlfriend?" She also unabashedly expresses her crush to Lee Seo-jin, saying, "Oppa, make it happen so I can meet him," bringing everyone to laughter.

In response, Lee Seo-jin steps up to make Ha Ji-won's dream of becoming a successful fan come true. Expressing his determination by saying, "Even if it means getting run over by a Ferrari..." he takes charge of providing top-tier personal assistance on the ground. Through Lee Seo-jin's tearful efforts, Ha Ji-won even gets the opportunity to step into an unexpected, special space, raising expectations to their peak.

Meanwhile, a special pre-release clip of "My Genie Secretary" featuring Ha Ji-won—who shares a past connection with Lee Seo-jin through the drama "Damo"—has garnered explosive attention immediately upon release, proving overwhelming popularity with views nearing 5 million.

Whether Lee Seo-jin and Kim Kwang-gyu will be able to successfully arrange a meeting between Ha Ji-won and her favorite F1 driver will be revealed on "My Genie Secretary," airing tonight, Friday, at 11:10 p.m.

Reporter Kang Sun-ae

(Photo: SBS Entertainment News, Kang Sun-ae)