TWICE‘s Jeongyeon is giving fans a glimpse of her next chapter as she officially begins exploring acting under her real name, Yu Jeongyeon.
On September 14, VARO Entertainment released four new profile photos of the K-pop star, showing a striking look at a more mature and sophisticated side of her. From effortless styling to intimate close-up portraits that emphasize her expressive gaze, the photos showcase another facet of the artist fans have known for years.
The new images come shortly after Jeongyeon signed with VARO Entertainment in August, following 11 years with JYP Entertainment, KoreanTopik reported. Her move marks an important step toward pursuing individual opportunities, with acting expected to be a major focus of her activities.
Jeongyeon’s New Acting Career With TWICE Still at the Heart of It
Jeongyeon’s transition into acting also comes with a familiar connection. VARO Entertainment represents her older sister, actress Gong Seung-yeon, along with a roster of established Korean actors.
Despite embarking on a new professional path, Jeongyeon has made it clear that her identity as a member of TWICE remains incredibly important to her. In her message after leaving JYP Entertainment, she thanked her fellow members, ONCE, and the JYP family, and reassured fans that TWICE would remain her top priority.
“Although I am moving to a new home and beginning a new challenge, I will continue to protect TWICE, which is at the very heart of who I am,” Jeongyeon said, adding, “Standing before Once as a member of TWICE will always be my first priority,” per The Korea Times.
That message reassured fans who had wondered whether her agency change could affect the group. Jeongyeon continues to be committed to her activities with TWICE while also opening the door to new personal projects.
Now, with her elegant new profile photos introducing fans to “actress Yu Jeongyeon,” expectations are mounting about what comes next. Whether she takes on film, television, or other acting projects, this new chapter gives Jeongyeon another chance to show audiences a side of herself they haven’t seen yet.