Top Girl Group Member Reveals Why She Cried Because of Suzy

Yura, a member of the group Girl’s Day and an actress, has shared details regarding the psychological and physical pressures she faced during the early stages of her career in the K-pop industry.

During a video uploaded to her YouTube channel, Yura spoke with fellow member Sojin about their shared memories and the challenges Yura encountered as a new idol.

Visual Pressures and the Transition to Seoul

Yura recounted a specific instance of feeling intimidated by the appearance of other idols while filming a program called Bouquet. The production featured various idols wearing wedding dresses, a setting that Yura says left her feeling overwhelmed.

She stated that seeing Suzy and T-ARA’s Jiyeon in person caused her significant shock. The experience was so impactful that Yura retreated to a booth alone to cry, leading her to conclude that she was not actually pretty.

This emotional reaction was tied to Yura’s transition from her hometown of Ulsan to the capital. She noted that while she had previously believed she was the prettiest in Ulsan, her time in the industry changed her perspective, leading her to remark that Seoul city really is different.

Internal Group Dynamics and Early Anxiety

In addition to the pressures of public image, Yura described the anxiety she felt when first joining Girl’s Day. She discussed her initial impressions of Sojin, noting a perceived social and age gap that made her feel hesitant.

I don’t really remember the very first time I saw you, but unnie was 23 in Korean age. I was a high school senior, so you felt like such a distant older sister to me.

Yura

Yura explained that because she was a new member, she was frightened of causing trouble and spent a significant amount of effort reading the room due to concerns over whether her teammates would like her.

Physical Demands of the Industry

Beyond the emotional and social hurdles, Yura identified the physical requirements of her early debut days as a primary source of difficulty. She revealed that the mandatory daily weigh-ins were among the most challenging experiences she endured during that period.

While Yura later became recognized as one of the prominent visuals in K-pop, she highlighted these early struggles to provide a candid look at the intimidation and strict standards prevalent in the industry’s competitive environment.