: After a failed confession and public humiliation, Ju-kyung masters the art of makeup, transitioning from an outcast to a "goddess" at her new school.
Watch these highlights and reactions to see how the premiere captures the essence of the webtoon: True Beauty (2020) Episode 1
: Critics argue the show may inadvertently suggest that physical beauty is the primary solution to bullying and social isolation. : After a failed confession and public humiliation,
: The episode starts with a heavy focus on the bullying Lim Ju-kyung (Moon Ga-young) faces due to her appearance, creating immediate sympathy for her character. : A dramatic encounter on a rooftop introduces
: A dramatic encounter on a rooftop introduces the cold and handsome Lee Su-ho (Cha Eun-woo), setting up the central romance and his connection to her "secret."
: Some viewers felt the transition from the old school to the new one happened too quickly, leaving little time to process the character's growth.