Red Velvet’s Yeri Signs with Blitzway Entertainment to Pursue Acting Career

Red Velvet’s Kim Ye-rim, known by her stage name Yeri, has signed an exclusive contract with Blitzway Entertainment, signaling a bold new phase in her career as a full-time actress.

Blitzway Entertainment’s CEO, Hong Min-ki, announced on May 1 that, “It is meaningful to join forces with Kim Ye-rim, who has consistently showcased her potential both domestically and globally. We intend to fully support her in expanding her experiences and talents into the acting industry.”

To commemorate the contract announcement, Yeri’s new profile photos were unveiled, revealing a sophisticated elegance that exudes mystery and strength. Her piercing gaze and refined styling captivated fans, hinting at the depth she is ready to bring to her future roles.

Yeri debuted in 2014 with the globally successful K-pop group Red Velvet and built a devoted fan base through numerous album releases and performances. Recently, she has established herself as a compelling actress through appearances in the film Blue Birthday and the KBS1 drama Galchae.

Her breakout performance came in 2023 with the Netflix series Cheongdam International High School, distributed across major global OTT platforms. In the show, Yeri portrayed Baek Je-na, the only daughter of a wealthy chaebol family, impressing audiences with her nuanced delivery of the character’s inner conflicts beneath her glamorous facade.

Yeri’s portrayal added multidimensionality to Baek Je-na, earning her critical acclaim and solidifying her position as a leading actress to watch. The show’s popularity has been so strong that a second season of Cheongdam International High School is already in the works.

Meanwhile, Blitzway Entertainment recently revamped its corporate identity from Blitzway Studio to align with its content-focused strategy, emphasizing artist intellectual properties and original productions. The agency also represents top-tier Korean actors including Ju Ji-hoon, Jung Ryeo-won, Moon Chae-won, and many more.

With this new partnership, Yeri is expected to further broaden her repertoire and flourish in the global entertainment scene.