Folks can’t keep calm as the word on the street is Jo Yuri might be celebrating more than her debut in the cult favorite Squid Game series, with headlines saying she is pregnant.
Jo Yuri has netizens swooning online with her bubbly personality mixed with just the right amount of sass. The K-pop idol is nailing it both as a singer and an actress in the Korean entertainment industry.
However, all eyes are off her stellar career and on the news of a possible bun in the oven.
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Well, it’s a shame to have to burst the bubbles, but the rumors suggesting Jo Yuri is pregnant are just fiction. In reality, the tattle stems from her portrayal of Kim Junhee, who is a pregnant character in Squid Game season 2.
Jo Yuri takes on the role of Kim Junhee, who enters the dangerous game as Player 222 while pregnant.
Kim Junhee’s storyline is both intense and emotional as she enters the brutal competition, initially unaware of its lethal nature. She realizes her ex-boyfriend, Lee Myung-gi, is Player 333 after watching Thanos and Nam-gyu beat him up.
I’ve only had Jun-hee for 2 days and I’d already die for her. #SquidGame2 #SquidGame pic.twitter.com/ORdbWQvPGP
— Squid Game (@squidgame) December 28, 2024
Upon realizing the true stakes, her motivation is to win the substantial prize money to secure a better future for her unborn child. Jo Yuri’s portrayal of Junhee has been so convincing that it led to misconceptions about her real-life pregnancy.
In an interview with Teen Vogue, Jo Yu-ri shared her experience of playing a pregnant character while not being pregnant in real life.
Jo Yuri mentioned wearing a fake belly during filming to accurately represent Junhee’s physical state. She also did extensive research on the physical and emotional aspects of being pregnant.
Jo Yuri has clarified in multiple interviews that she is not pregnant and that her role is purely fictional. As for the future of her character, fans are eagerly anticipating what lies ahead for Kim Jun-hee in Squid Game Season 3.
Squid Game gives a major boost to Jo Yuri’s career!
There is no question that the fame from Squid Game season 2 has skyrocketed Jo Yuri’s star power. Her portrayal of a pregnant woman navigating the deadly games has led to a surge in industry buzz.
Casting directors and producers must be knocking on her door, eager to collaborate with this versatile talent.
However, let’s rewind to Jo Yuri’s journey in the industry, which was already making waves before the Squid Game. She first stepped into the spotlight in 2017 as a participant in Mnet’s reality show Idol School.
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The pregnant girl is Jo Yuri from IZ*ONE
My favorite kpop group that disbanded in 2021 cuz their contract ended
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— kalen (@happy__yorkie) December 30, 2024
Although Jo Yuri didn’t make it to the final group, she didn’t let that stop her from embarking on a new journey. Subsequently, she bounced back by joining Produce 48 in 2018 and showcased her vocal riffs and determination.
Jo Yu-ri’s hard work paid off, and she finished in third place and earned a spot in the girl group IZ*ONE.
As a member of IZ*ONE, she quickly gained momentum as a K-pop idol and amassed a following globally. Jo Yuri was one of the main vocalists, and she was famous for her powerful performances.
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— official_IZONE (@official_izone) March 25, 2019
However, her journey with IZ*ONE came to an end after the expiration of their contract. Moreover, the controversy surrounding Mnet’s vote manipulation also cast a shadow over their achievements.
Despite the scandal, she marked a new chapter in her artistic transformation by launching her solo career.
On October 7, 2021, Jo Yuri released her debut single album GLASSY, which earned her a nomination for Rookie of the Year at major music awards. Jo Yuri made her acting debut in 2022 with the web series Mimicus.
Additional Information
- Apart from singing, Jo Yuri also wrote and co-composed songs for IZ*One. The song ‘Someday,’ was one of her co-composed works, and she sang it along with Kim Chae-won and Choi Ye-na.
- Jo Yuri is also proficient in playing musical instruments like guitar, piano, and drums.
- Jo Yuri was also a promotional model for the Logitech G Aurora Collection, which is a gaming gear line.
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