“Contract Renewal” Yuqi: Was There a Chinese Offer? “If It Were Just About the Money, I’d Already Be in China”

On January 9th, the YouTube channel TT Studio premiered a new episode of “Physiognomy Analysis”featuring the intriguing titled segment, “Yuqi’s Contract Renewal Story?! Finally Welcoming the Idol Physiognomy” .

In this captivating episode, Yuqi from (G)I-DLE joined Yoon from STAYC for a delightful discussion with host Eom Ji-yoon. The conversation delved into the nuances of Yuqi’s recent experiences, especially surrounding her contract renewal.

Recently, (G)I-DLE garnered attention after renewing their contracts with Cube Entertainment, signaling their commitment to the group and its future.

During the episode, Yuqi inquired about the wisdom behind her decision to renew. The fortune-teller highlighted her tendency to feel significant stress within relationships, while simultaneously striving for perfection. Yuqi resonated with this insight, admitting, “Honestly, half of my stress comes from human relationships.”

Eom Ji-yoon remarked on Yuqi’s popularity, suggesting that offers from the lucrative Chinese market might have tempted her during the renewal phase. “Given your immense popularity, I imagined you could have chosen to go to China,” she stated.

In response, Yuqi clarified her intentions: “To be honest, if I just wanted to make money, I’d already have gone to China. That’s why I renewed my contract—to keep doing what I love.”

Reflecting on her journey, Yuqi shared insights about her debut, detailing the obstacles she faced as a foreigner during the audition process. “I was a good student, but I fought with my parents a lot to come to Korea,” she recalled.

The fortune-telling revealed that Yuqi thrives in stable and supportive relationships. She emphasized the need for comfort, suggesting that her career development will likely continue in environments that provide such stability.

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