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Pink Villa
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Red Velvet's Yeri in talks for Inside Men K-drama remake with Song Kang Ho and Koo Kyo Hwan; know cast and plot details
Red Velvet's Yeri (real name Kim Yerim) is continuing to build her acting portfolio with new projects. The idol-turned-actress is reportedly being considered for a major role in the drama adaptation of Inside Men. This is a remake of the acclaimed 2015 film of the same name. Yeri considers role in Inside Men remake On May 29, media outlets reported that Kim Yerim has received an offer to join the cast of the drama Inside Men. Her agency, Blitzway Entertainment, confirmed the news by stating that she is 'positively reviewing the offer.' If confirmed, this project would mark her first major casting move since signing with Blitzway earlier this month following her departure from SM Entertainment. Inside Men was originally released in 2015. It is known for its gritty portrayal of political corruption. The movie featured intense power plays between politicians, media figures, and enforcers from the criminal world. The drama remake aims to bring that same intensity to television screens. Award-winning actor Song Kang Ho has already been confirmed to play Lee Kang Hee, a veteran journalist and kingmaker. The role was originally portrayed by Baek Yoon Shik in the film. Koo Kyo Hwan is reportedly in discussions to take on the role of Ahn Sang Goo, a former gangster entangled in the webs of political conspiracy. A strong ensemble cast is also being assembled, with names like Lee Moo Saeng, Soo Ae, Kim Ji Yeon, Lee Sung Min, and Shin Seung Ho said to be in talks or confirmed for key roles. Production is expected to begin later this year. BITCH X RICH Season 2 confirms July release In addition to potential new projects, Yeri will also return to the small screen with the second season of BITCH X RICH. The drama, which garnered attention for its edgy high school revenge plot, has confirmed its Season 2 broadcast for the first week of July. Her role in the first season was met with positive responses. Fans are eager to see how the story will evolve in the upcoming season. A new chapter under a new label Earlier this year, Yeri ended her long-standing relationship with SM Entertainment. It is the agency where she debuted with Red Velvet in 2014. In early May, she took a big step toward her acting career by signing an exclusive contract with Blitzway Entertainment. The move signaled her desire to transition more fully into acting. With BITCH X RICH Season 2 already on the way and the high-profile Inside Men remake in the works, Yeri's shift into the acting world is rapidly taking shape. Fans and industry watchers alike are anticipating her next move as she broadens her career beyond the idol spotlight.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
RED VELVET'S Yeri joins new agency; paves new way for solo activities
Red Velvet's youngest member Yeri has recently joined hands with a new entertainment agency after she made the decision to not renew her expiring contract with her former agency. Her new management agency recently released a statement regarding the addition, leaving fans buzzing with excitement over the news. Yeri's new agency issues statement as she joins the firm As reported by Allkpop, Yeri's new agency issued a statement regarding the artist joining their agency. They shared that "We are delighted to work alongside our new artist Kim Ye Rim, who has conducted her activities both in Korea and overseas. We will support her to our fullest capabilities so that the experience she gained thus far on the global stage can be reflected in her acting." Her new management agency, Blitzway Entertainment , also took to their social media accounts to launch their latest artist through new concept photographs. The photos exude a different side of Yeri and are meant to show a new side of the idol. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 블리츠웨이엔터테인먼트 (@blitzway_ent) Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thousands Are Saving Money Using This Wall Plug elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Click Here Undo Her new agency houses some of the most popular names in the acting industry such as Go Doo Shim, Joo Ji Hoon, In Kyo Jin, Jung Ryeo Won, So Yi Hyun, Moon Chae Won, Chun Woo Hee, Park Ha Sun, Yoon Park, Woo Do Hwan, Kwak Dong Yeon, and more. About Kim Ye Rim Red Velvet's Yeri has been a popular force to reckon with ever since her debut in the industry alongside Red Velvet in 2015. The group had initially debuted a year earlier with only four members; Irene. Joy, Wendy, and Seulgi. Yeri was the fifth addition who joined with the release of their first EP, 'Ice Cream Cake.' The title song as well as the EP both became extremely popular amongst the masses and helped the group solidify their mark on the Korean music industry. Currently even though members Yeri and Wendy have left their previous agencies, they will still be promoting as a group whenever there is a requirement. The idol left her previous company only recently when her official contract expired in April 2025.
