Jo Yu-ri Reveals Contract Renewal Story and Behind-the-Scenes of 'Squid Game Season 3'

Former IZ*ONE member Jo Yu-ri, now with WAKEONE, shared the behind-the-scenes story of her contract renewal.

On the October 12th episode of MBC's variety show 'The Manager' (Episode 355), Jo Yu-ri, a key actress in the globally acclaimed Netflix series 'Squid Game Season 3', and miniature cooking creator Miniovening were featured.

Jo Yu-ri's home was revealed, showcasing her life as contestant 222 in 'Squid Game Season 3', which has become a global hit in 93 countries within just three days of release. Her charming home, filled with merchandise and cute items, set the stage for her morning routine, which included a spicy crab dish feast and a lively phone conversation with her mother in a strong Busan dialect, providing a humorous contrast to her on-screen persona.

After getting ready to go out, Jo Yu-ri met with Director Park Yong-bok and Manager Jung Ha-eun, where she disclosed the story behind her contract renewal. She revealed that her sole condition for renewing was her manager, which moved Director Park, who said, "It was the proudest moment in my 20 years as a manager." Their mutual respect and affection brought smiles to viewers.

To promote 'Squid Game Season 3', Jo Yu-ri met her favorite YouTuber, Calm Man, for a live broadcast. As a passionate fan, she couldn't hide her excitement and nervousness in front of him. The two shared great chemistry during the live session, adding to the fun of the broadcast.

Later, Jo Yu-ri met with fellow 'Squid Game Season 3' actor Lee David. Although they didn't have overlapping scenes, they quickly bonded over frequent gatherings. Jo Yu-ri also shared her experience of playing a pregnant woman in the series, revealing that she practiced her role at an amusement park and referenced her mother's parenting diary for the birth scene, providing unique insights into the filming process.

These exclusive behind-the-scenes stories from 'Squid Game Season 3' offered viewers an entertaining glimpse into the making of the series.