Red Velvet Joy’s New Career Path Surprises Fans

Red Velvet’s Joy is grabbing attention with a surprising new move revealed on the upcoming episode of I Live Alone.

The preview clip shows Joy sharing that she has been quietly studying for a pet grooming certification for the past two months. She is set to take her written exam in July.

Fans quickly reacted online, amazed by her dedication.

OMG, the preview for next week’s I Live Alone features Joy. Apparently Joy unnie has been studying for a pet grooming licence for two months and has her written exam in July. Insane
— Fan via X

This step is unexpected for a star thirteen years into her idol career, especially one who has also taken on leading acting roles.

Netizens are praising Joy’s grounded approach, but her new career path has also sparked heated discussions about former idols who pursue other careers after their time in the spotlight ends.

It was so pathetically stupid when people said celebrities who’d fallen from grace or couldn’t work anymore had no choice but to become pimps for adult streams or film adult content because of money… or debt… or whatever. But then you see Joy studying for a skills licence, and someone else going into hair and beauty… I think that’s such a great example to set, and honestly it’s just really cool.
— Korean netizen via X

Joy unnie from Red Velvet, thirteen years into her debut, is still working this hard to get a licence.  I really need to start living with more purpose too.
— Korean netizen on X

I find it so, so admirable when idols like her are actively thinking about their future alongside their main career and seeking out things they want to do and studying for them. I just hope she gets to be really, really happy.
— Korean netizen on X

Joy’s decision to study for a pet grooming license while maintaining her idol career is inspiring fans and setting a positive example for idols planning their futures.

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