Stellar Blade‘s global popularity is off the charts, and Sony knows exactly what to do to keep its momentum going. In a bold move to ramp up excitement for its upcoming PS5 exclusive, the company has pulled out all the stops by enlisting the talents of Korean model and K-pop sensation Lee Dahye to cosplay as the game’s protagonist, Eve.
The buzz surrounding this promotional event has gamers in Hong Kong and Taiwan eagerly pre-ordering the game for a chance to meet and greet the star.
K-pop Idol to Cosplay Stellar Blade’s Eve at an Official Event
So, who is Lee Dahye? Well, she’s not just any celebrity.
A Korean-Australian actress, she’s renowned for her roles in popular Korean dramas like Heaven’s Fate, My Girl, and The Slave Hunters. She’s also dipped her toes into the world of Chinese dramas with appearances in Love Actually and Best Couple.
Of course, her momentum in the arts didn’t stop there. March 30, 2024, marked her debut as a K-pop idol with the release of her digital single, Hush, under K-Star Global Entertainment.
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— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) April 8, 2024
The idol’s fame isn’t limited to acting and singing, as she’s very well known for her career as a cheerleader.
In 2019, she gained widespread recognition as a baseball cheerleader for South Korea’s KIA Tigers and later for Taiwan’s Rakuken Girls.
It was her uncanny resemblance to K-pop sensation Irene from Red Velvet that really caught the attention of social media users and propelled her to even greater heights of popularity.
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— PlayStation HK (@PlayStationHK) April 8, 2024
Now, SIE has cleverly tapped into the cheerleader’s star power to promote Stellar Blade, and fans are eating it up.
Those who pre-order the game will have the chance to attend an exclusive event where they can meet the cosplay-clad celebrity in her stunning Eve suit.
50 lucky players will even get the opportunity to shake hands, snap photos, and snag autographed gifts from the star herself.
Who is the Actual Person Behind Eve?
Eve’s striking appearance continues to captivate players worldwide. But who exactly served as the muse for her physique? It’s Shin Jae-eun, a Korean model.
It’s no secret that the game’s developers drew inspiration from real-life models to breathe life into their digital creations. In the case of Eve, the team opted for a straightforward approach, basing her body on a 3D scan of Shin Jae-eun.
This decision wasn’t made lightly—it was a very extensive process aimed at capturing the essence of the character they envisioned.
Director Hyung-Tae Kim shed light on this collaboration in an interview with Push Square. He candidly explained how they approached Jae-eun to serve as the model for Eve, considering her body shape to be the perfect reference for the character they sought to portray.
What do you think about Eve’s design? Do you think it fits her character? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
