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Nam Gyu-ri

Nam Gyu-ri (남규리) built her name at the center of 2nd generation K-pop. As leader of ballad trio SeeYa, she helped define the genre's vocal identity from 2006 until her departure in 2009 amid a high-profile contract dispute with Core Contents Media. Post-SeeYa, she pivoted to acting, landing notable roles in the horror film Death Bell (2008) and the romance-fantasy drama 49 Days (2011). Her YouTube channel "남규리의 귤멍" documents her daily life and has become a direct line to the fans who followed SeeYa through its original run.

In March 2026, she returned as CEO of SeeYa Co., Ltd., the independent management company the three original members founded for their 20th anniversary reunion. Their pre-release single "Nevertheless, We" (그럼에도, 우리) dropped March 30, 2026, with a full fourth studio album scheduled for May 2026. She confirmed the group's original disbandment came from "outside reasons," not conflict between the members.

SeeYa
Leader, Vocalist of SeeYa
1 articles6 creditsDebut: February 24, 2006South Korean

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Discography

2026
Nevertheless, WeSingle
Vocalist, LyricistSeeYaSeeYa Co., Ltd.
2007
Lovely Sweet HeartAlbum
Lead VocalistSeeYaCore Contents Media
2006
The First MindAlbum
Lead VocalistSeeYaCore Contents Media

Filmography

2020
KairosK-Drama
Yoon Jin-woo (lead actress)
2011
49 DaysK-Drama
Ji-hyeon (lead actress)
2008
Death BellFilm
Gang Yi-na (lead actress)

Fans Also Ask

What dramas and films is Nam Gyu-ri known for?
Nam Gyu-ri is best known for the horror film Death Bell (2008) and the romance-fantasy drama 49 Days (2011), where she played the lead role of Ji-hyeon. She later appeared in Different Dreams (2019), Kairos (2020), and the web drama My Military Valentine Romance (2024). She studied Theater and Film at Kyung Hee University.
Why did Nam Gyu-ri leave SeeYa in 2009?
Nam Gyu-ri left SeeYa in 2009 due to a contract dispute with Core Contents Media. She cited a desire to pursue acting full-time as her reason. The split was contentious, with the label threatening legal action. In 2026, she confirmed the breakup was caused by external label issues, not conflicts between the members themselves.
When did Nam Gyu-ri reunite with SeeYa?
Nam Gyu-ri reunited with SeeYa in March 2026 for the group's 20th debut anniversary. She serves as CEO of SeeYa Co., Ltd., the independent company all three members formed. Their pre-release single Nevertheless, We dropped on March 30, 2026, with a full studio album planned for May.
What is Nam Gyu-ri's real name?
Nam Gyu-ri's real name is Nam Mi-jeong (남미정). She was born on April 26, 1985, in Gwanak District, Seoul. She took the stage name Nam Gyu-ri (남규리) when she debuted with SeeYa in February 2006, and has used it for both her music and acting career.
What solo music has Nam Gyu-ri released?
After leaving SeeYa in 2009, Nam Gyu-ri released solo singles including December Dream (2025) and Sorrow at My Door (February 2026). She returned to full group activities with the SeeYa reunion single Nevertheless, We in March 2026, co-writing lyrics alongside Kim Yeon-ji and Lee Bo-ram.

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SeeYa members Nam Gyu-ri, Kim Yeon-ji, and Lee Bo-ram in 2026 reunion promotional photos
Music6 min read

SeeYa Are Back: 'Nevertheless, We' Drops After 15 Years

SeeYa's Nam Gyu-ri, Kim Yeon-ji, and Lee Bo-ram release their first new music in 15 years with 'Nevertheless, We', backed by the company they built themselves.

PakMarch 31, 2026
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