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South China Morning Post
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet Jo Yu-ri, who plays Player 222 in Netflix's Squid Game: the 23-year-old K-pop singer is a former member of Iz*One, and rose to fame after starring in the survival show, Produce 48
Squid Game's third and final season was met with mixed reviews – but there was one scene in particular that received a lot of backlash. In the Netflix show's second episode, audiences watch Kim Jun-hee, aka Player 222 (played by 23-year-old Jo Yu-ri, also known as Yuri), giving birth in the middle of the game. Many viewers found the scene both unnecessary and unrealistic. 'How actually ridiculous is Squid Game? Like, who can give birth to a whole child in five minutes? (Not a metaphor – her water broke in the middle of a life-or-death game and she literally popped the baby out, just like that),' wrote one user on X. Despite the criticism, Yuri's emotional performance throughout the episodes highlight her promising career as an actress. Advertisement Park Sung-hoon, Kang Ae-shim, Yim Si-wan, Jo Yu-ri, Lee Byung-hun, Hwang Dong-hyuk and Lee Jung-jae attend Netflix's Squid Game Experience at Manhattan Mall on June 17, in New York City. Here is what to know about the Squid Game star – beyond her acting chops. Jo Yu-ri is also a K-pop artist Jo Yu-ri and the Iz*One members in April 2021. Photo: @official_izone/Instagram Some might recognise this rising actress from her earlier career as a member of the K-pop girl group Iz*One . She was the main vocalist of the now-disbanded group, which included other famous names like Ive's Jang Wonyoung, often referred to as the 'It' girl of K-pop's fourth generation, and Le Sserafim's Kim Chaewon. Jo Yu-ri is set to release her mini-album Episode 25 on July 14. Photo: @zo__glasss/Instagram The singer made her solo debut in 2021, shortly after Iz*One disbanded. She recently announced on Instagram that her third mini-album Episode 25 will be released on July 14, with the title track 'Farewell for Now!' She's a multi-talented musician
New Straits Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Squid Game' star Jo Yu-ri returns to singing this month
KUALA LUMPUR: South Korean artiste Jo Yu-ri is set to make her long-awaited return as a singer with the release of her third EP, 'Episode 25', on July 14. According to a recent statement from her agency, WakeOne Entertainment, this will be her first EP in nearly two years, following the success of 'Love All'. That EP, led by the track 'Taxi', topped a television music chart show. The title 'Episode 25' echoes the name of her concert held in April – her first since embarking on a solo career after the disbandment of the K-pop girl group IzOne. During the concert, she thrilled fans with a performance of IzOne's 'Panorama' and also unveiled unreleased solo tracks, 'Growls' and 'Purrs'. Beyond her music career, 23-year-old Jo recently attended the preview event for season 3 of Netflix's 'Squid Game' in New York. She plays a key role in the hit series as the character Kim Jun-hee, also known as Player 222, having survived the previous season's deadly games.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Locked Out and Laughing: Lee Chaeyeon recalls her hilarious 'Drunken Mishap'; Fans can't stop laughing
Lee Chaeyeon, a popular soloist from South Korea, is a multi talented performer—singer, dancer, rapper, and actress. She first rose to fame as a member of the South Korean–Japanese girl group 'IzOne'. On October 12, 2022, she made her solo debut with the release of her first EP, Hush Rush. She is also known for being the older sister of Itzy member Chaeryeong. The sisters are beloved for their candid personalities and hilarious antics, often going viral for the most random yet relatable moments. Recently, Chaeyeon appeared on the variety show Knowing Bros, where she shared a humorous story that had both the hosts and fans in splits—about the time she got locked out of her house after a night of drinking. The Incident: Locked Out and Laughing Chaeyeon recounted how she returned home late one night after drinking and, in her drunken state, completely forgot the passcode to her front door. The entire scene was caught on her door camera. In the footage, she can be seen pausing, stalling, and then attempting to enter a code—but to no avail. To make matters worse, after too many failed attempts, the lock system temporarily disabled itself, preventing her from trying again for 10 minutes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오스템 임플란트 받아가세요 임플란터 더 알아보기 Undo With no other option, she sat by the door in complete hopelessness, waiting to try again. The other guests on the show were shocked and thoroughly entertained by how openly she narrated the story—especially knowing it would be aired nationally. You can watch her hilarious appearance here: 🎥 Chaeyeon on Knowing Bros Fan Reactions Fans were quick to react with laughter and love, praising Chaeyeon for being so honest and relatable. Many expressed how refreshing it was to see a celebrity talk about such an everyday blunder with humor and no filters. Some even said they'd love for more idols to share similar real-life stories. Here are some of the best reactions from fans: Fans also pointed out how expressive her face was in the video—truly a 'trying hard' moment that many found endearing and laugh-out-loud funny. What She's Up To Now Since her solo debut, Lee Chaeyeon has continued to impress with her work. She released 'Over the Moon' in April 2023, followed by 'The Move: Street' in September 2023. Most recently, she made her acting debut in the drama 'Let's Dance', which premiered on April 18, 2025. Whether it's through music, acting, or accidentally getting locked out, Lee Chaeyeon continues to win hearts with her charm, talent, and authenticity. Let's Dance | KBS WORLD TV 250509
