Nam Yu-jeong to perform at Waterbomb Sokcho on August 22nd

'Squirtle Queen's' Transformation, Shaking Up Sokcho's Summer

Nam Yoo-jung, formerly of the group BBGIRLS, has been named in the lineup for 'WATERBOMB SOKCHO 2026,' one of this summer's hottest stages. Her agency, R&D Company, officially announced that Nam Yoo-jung will perform at the festival held on August 22 at Hanwha Resort Seorak Sorano in Sokcho, Gangwon-do. As Korea's largest summer festival combining music and water fighting, the Waterbomb stage marks the first such opportunity for Nam Yoo-jung since her debut.

During her time with BBGIRLS, Nam Yoo-jung was beloved by fans, earning the friendly nickname 'Squirtle Queen' due to her resemblance to the Pokémon character 'Squirtle.' However, starting with this Waterbomb stage, she expressed her ambition to go beyond her existing bright and healthy energy to reveal a deep, mature charm never before seen, reinventing herself as a new 'SUMMER MUSE.' Given the nature of the festival where water and music blend, a groundbreaking performance that will instantly capture the audience's attention is anticipated.

From Variety MC to Actress, a Constantly Expanding Spectrum

Nam Yoo-jung's appearance at this Waterbomb is expected to be more than just a stage as a singer; it will be a platform to prove the expertise she has built across various fields recently. After leaving BBGIRLS in 2024 to embark on her solo career, she has established a unique presence by moving between variety shows and acting. She showed a different side by appearing on the KBS 2TV debate survival show 'The Logic,' and has also proven her smooth hosting skills by serving as an MC on various variety programs.

Her challenges as an actress have also been relentless. She expanded her acting spectrum by appearing in the TVING short original series 'Man with Zero.' Since Nam Yoo-jung possesses both witty banter in variety shows and immersion in acting, industry professionals and fans alike are focusing on the quality of the performance she will deliver on this Waterbomb stage. Her journey of growing into a versatile entertainer, rather than being confined to the framework of a singer, is set to be reaffirmed through this stage.

Sokcho on August 22, Waiting for the Protagonist of Waterbomb

This 'WATERBOMB SOKCHO 2026' will take place at Hanwha Resort Seorak Sorano in Sokcho, Gangwon-do. As Waterbomb is a festival characterized by active audience participation rather than just a simple performance, Nam Yoo-jung's stage is expected to center on intense performances that interact with the audience, differentiating itself from her existing friendly image. The agency stated that Nam Yoo-jung is preparing a new stage composition that captures a mature charm not previously shown in her performances.

Audiences wishing to participate in the festival can purchase tickets through the official Waterbomb website and major ticketing platforms. Through this stage, Nam Yoo-jung plans to move beyond the nickname 'Squirtle Queen' and establish herself as a new icon representing summer, a 'Summer Queen.' As late August approaches, curiosity is growing regarding the specific stage composition and how Nam Yoo-jung will face the audience amidst the intense heat of Sokcho.

On the Path to Successful Solo Career, Nam Yoo-jung's Next Move

Since leaving BBGIRLS, Nam Yoo-jung has continued her successful solo activities by steadily expanding her field of work without any hiatus. Building on the public recognition gained during her group activities, she has increased the value of her personal brand by acquiring new titles such as variety MC and actress one by one. This Waterbomb appearance is also one of these expanded activities and will serve as an opportunity to reconfirm her overwhelming performance abilities on stage.

Beyond simply joining a summer festival lineup, this stage is expected to be a decisive moment for Nam Yoo-jung to imprint her new identity as a 'Summer Muse' on the public. The key point of interest for the August 22 stage is what kind of synergy will be created when the expertise she has built through variety and acting combines with her musical performance.

Solo Career Path Continued After Leaving BBGIRLS

Nam Yoo-jung began her solo activities after leaving the group BBGIRLS in 2024. Since then, she has built her hosting skills by appearing as an MC on various variety programs, including the KBS 2TV debate survival show 'The Logic.'

She has also expanded into the field of acting. She showcased her side as an actress by appearing in the TVING short original series 'Man with Zero.'