Jo Yu Ri opens up about acting criticism.
On Tuesday, Jo Yu Ri sat down for an interview at a café in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, to discuss her role in Netflix’s Squid Game Season 3.
Jo Yu Ri recently made a strong impression playing Jun Hee in the latest season of the hit series. Since its release, her performance has sparked mixed reactions online. While many praised her, some critics felt her facial expressions lacked variation and shared negative feedback.
Addressing the controversy, Jo Yu Ri said, “Since this is a show that divides opinions, I respect all kinds of feedback.”
She added that after reading most of the responses, she felt especially proud when fans said, “I didn’t know Jo Yu Ri could act like this.”
Jo Yu Ri also shared a touching moment, recalling a fan reaction video of someone crying during the final scene between Jun Hee and Hyun Ju. “It showed me how much people care about Jun Hee’s character,” she said, expressing gratitude to her supporters.
Squid Game Season 3 marks Jo Yu Ri’s official debut as an actress. She called the project her first step into acting and thanked director Hwang Dong Hyuk for the opportunity, saying, “It was an honor to be part of Squid Game Season 3.”
While some viewers have mixed feelings about her performance, it’s essential to remember that she’s just starting in acting. Many fans are eager to see how she grows and develops her craft.
The latest season follows Gi Hun as he returns to the deadly game with a hidden agenda but suffers a heartbreaking loss. Meanwhile, the mysterious Front Man keeps his identity a secret, and the story explores the final fates of the remaining players as they navigate the brutal competition.
