Lee Hae-in Captivates at Olympic Gala with K-Pop Inspired Performance

Milan, Italy – South Korean figure skater Lee Hae-in concluded her first Winter Olympics appearance with a memorable performance at the Olympic gala show held at the Milan Ice Skating Arena on February 21st. The 21-year-old skater transformed her routine into a vibrant tribute to K-pop, captivating the audience with a performance set to music from the Netflix animation K-Pop Demon Hunters.

“Grim Reaper” Transformation and Performance

Lee Hae-in’s performance stood out as she embodied the character of the “Grim Reaper,” donning a black hat, fan, and scroll costume. She performed to “Your Idol,” an insert song from K-Pop Demon Hunters, incorporating dance elements that showcased the energy of the popular music genre. The performance drew significant attention and applause from the crowd.

Olympic Debut and Future Aspirations

Lee Hae-in finished eighth in the women’s singles competition at the 2026 Milan-Cortina d’Ampezzo Winter Olympics, achieving a personal season best with a total score of 210.56 points. She expressed her excitement about the opportunity to perform at the gala show, stating, “It was incredibly special to be able to appear in a gala show at my first Olympics. I am looking forward to what I will show in the next competition.”

A Rising Star in South Korean Figure Skating

Lee Hae-in’s top-10 finish marks her as the sixth South Korean woman to achieve this result at the Winter Olympics, following in the footsteps of Kim Yuna, Choi Da-bin, You Young, and Kim Ye-lim. AJU Press reports that she set season bests in both the free skate and overall total scores during the competition.

Recognition and Invitation

Following her successful Olympic debut, Lee Hae-in was invited as a special guest to the Olympic gala, further solidifying her position as a rising star in the world of figure skating. The Chosun Ilbo highlighted her invitation to the gala, emphasizing the recognition of her talent and performance.