Actress Lee Elijah stuns viewers by revealing her "three-job" daily grind — balancing acting, music, and grad school all at once.
On April 4, MBC variety show Omniscient Interfering View follows Lee Elijah through a breathless day as she jumps between drama shoots, trot music, and graduate studies. Born in 1990 and now 36, Lee made her name through dramas like Wonderful Days, The Return of Hwang Geum-bok, Fight for My Way, The Last Empress, and Ms. Hammurabi. Recently, she proved new potential on the trot survival show Miss Trot 4, earning an "All Heart" and breaking into the TOP 8.
Lee reveals she has dreamed of becoming a singer since her school days. She shares anecdotes about receiving casting offers from SM Entertainment and HYBE’s Bang Si-hyuk — and even shows off unexpected popping dance skills.
What really grabs attention is her relentless routine. Now about seven months into working without an agency, Lee drives herself to schedules, personally answers casting calls, and coordinates her calendar. During the competition period, she shocked staff by waking at 3 a.m. to juggle drama filming, rehearsals, and graduate classes — all in one day.
Her daily habits are just as intense. Right after waking up, she starts with trot practice, then keeps a disciplined "godsaeng" pattern — handwriting practice and reading — before heading out. At lunchtime on weekdays, she often eats alone at busy restaurants, revealing a down-to-earth charm.
Support pours in for Lee Elijah. Her vocal coach Youngji praised her, saying, "She’s the diligent type who practices two to three times more even on her own." Youngji added, "I want to stay by her side and help until she finds a good agency," warming hearts.
The broadcast will also unveil parts of her music-making process — from the Miss Trot 4 stages that went viral to nostalgic remake tracks and even a brand-new song she co-wrote and composed.
From actress to trot singer to grad student, Lee Elijah’s 24 hours are not enough — and viewers can witness her unstoppable drive on April 4 at 11:05 p.m. (KST).