Red Velvet Yeri’s Stunning Transformation Following Departure From SM Entertainment Triggers Diverse Responses

Red Velvet’s Yeri is facing backlash after leaving SM Entertainment.
Photos of Yeri have surfaced online showing her with sharp, striking visuals. Fans are calling her a “princess” looking like a typical SM artist with her confident, mature charm.
Her appearance got praise for her natural beauty and refined features.
Many fans said she looks like she’s ready to move into acting because of her look and aura.
However, some netizens criticized her departure from SM, her early trainee days, and her contract decision. The mixed reaction has fans debating her career move.
“She’s making that pouty face like a kid who wasn’t allowed to debut with her trainee friends… now she says she’ll try acting even though she has no talent. This is exactly the SM youngest princess type!!???”
— netizen on Pann
“She seems to be getting younger and younger. So pretty.”
— fan comment
“Yeri was always pretty. She’s insanely pretty.”
— fan comment
“Truly the eternal SM youngest princess type ”
— fan comment
“The more I see Yeri, the more she seems like an actress. Her features are so defined, but she looks naturally beautiful.”
— fan comment

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The controversy began when Yeri’s change in style after leaving SM went viral, sparking debates online. Fans praised her visuals, but others noted the unexpected split with the company.
Her post leaving SM continues to be a hot topic among fans and netizens, with opinions split on her future as an actress and idol.