Nam Gyu-ri opens up about past struggles: "My face was a barrier"

Singer Nam Gyu-ri has candidly shared the hardships she faced during her early career and the emotional toll of her long hiatus before returning to the stage.

According to a video released on the YouTube channel 'YouTube Ha Ji-young,' Nam met with entertainer Ha Ji-young on the night following SeeYa's sold-out Daegu performance, part of their 20th-anniversary tour. Ha traveled to her hometown of Daegu specifically to witness the sold-out concert, and the two long-time friends sat down at a local soft tofu restaurant that same night. While the conversation began with laughter, it grew deeply personal as Nam revealed sincere feelings she had struggled to express until now.

"Times when my pretty face became a barrier"

In the video, Nam touched upon the complexities of her time in the spotlight. Although she has been a widely recognized figure beloved by the public, she confessed that her appearance sometimes acted as a barrier, serving as a constraint to her professional growth and personal expression.

Nam poignantly recounted the process of returning to the stage after a long and difficult hiatus. The conversation, marked by alternating laughter and tears, featured reflections that only someone who has overcome significant adversity could share. Nam continued her confession through tears, while her longtime friend Ha also grew emotional in response to Nam's vulnerability.

SeeYa 20th Anniversary Concert and new music

The discussion took place immediately following the Daegu stop of the '2026 SeeYa 20th Anniversary National Tour Concert: THE FAN.' The tour has already seen massive success with sold-out shows, confirming the enduring support of SeeYa's fans as the tour continues across various cities nationwide.

Meanwhile, Nam is actively promoting her new song, "Let's Do That Kind of Love (U.Sa.G)." The music release is currently available on various streaming platforms.