Nam Gyu-ri's conversation with Tekken champion Knee

Actress Nam Gyu-ri will stand before the public as a gaming expert. Nam Gyu-ri will participate in the '4th K-Forum (Korea Forum 2026)' to be held at the Conrad Seoul Grand Ballroom in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, on July 9. The theme of this forum is 'Play K,' exploring how K-content has evolved beyond mere viewing into a culture that people worldwide experience directly.

'Gaming Enthusiast' Nam Gyu-ri Meets Tekken Champion

Nam Gyu-ri will moderate Stage 4, 'K-Gamers, Dominating the World Through Play.' She will engage in a discussion alongside Tekken world champion Knee (Bae Jae-min), DRX CEO Yang Sun-il, Gen.G Executive Director Lee Seung-yong, and game commentator Kim Jung-min. Nam Gyu-ri's reputation as a Tekken enthusiast is the core of this session. She stated that although she lacks gaming time due to recent activities such as Sya's 20th-anniversary promotions, her passion for gaming, which has continued since childhood, remains unchanged.

A 30-Year Connection with Gaming

Nam Gyu-ri previously drew attention for her intense immersion during a Tekken match on an entertainment program. Regarding that video, she shyly shared, "I realized that is how I look when I am deeply immersed in something." Having shown an extraordinary competitive spirit while enjoying martial arts novels since childhood, Nam Gyu-ri has maintained a connection with gaming for 30 years, starting from the game consoles she encountered at her relatives' homes.

K-Content Stage Featuring Hwang Dong-hyuk, Jun Hyun-moo, and Hwang Chan-sung

This forum consists of four stages and a special session. In the keynote discussion, director Hwang Dong-hyuk of 'Squid Game' and broadcaster Jun Hyun-moo will appear to examine the current state of K-content. Stage 1 will discuss the production of AI advertisements using the digital IP of 2PM's Hwang Chan-sung and star business in the AI era.

In Stage 2, CRAVITY members Hyungjun, Wonjin, and Jungmo will participate as panelists to talk about the influence of 'self-produced content' in uniting K-pop fandoms. In the following bonus session, Mnet CP Kim Shin-young, who produced 'Boys Planet,' will share the success methods of global auditions. This forum is expected to be a forum for discussion covering the entirety of K-culture, from AI technology to fandom communication methods.