Transgender Star Chae Ryu-jin: From Boy Group Idol to Social Media Sensation – What’s Her Journey?

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[EPN Enpinow Reporter Gonari] Chae Ryujin recently discussed her daily life in a recorded interview.

In the video, Chae said she lives in Hongdae and is 174 cm (about 5 ft 8.5 in) tall and weighs 54 kg (about 119 lb). She also said she frequently streams online.

Chae named Lee Jin-wook as her ideal type and added that she is open to dating until age 60. On fashion, she said her regular style is inspired by Choi Yena.

She said people often tell her she resembles Choi Yena, a comparison she welcomed. Chae also revealed that she is a transgender woman who transitioned from male to female.

She noted that before streaming, she appeared on the audition program Boys24 as a male trainee. She said her legs are a physical asset and joked that they bear many scars.

Addressing social prejudice and concerns about transgender people, she said, \”Come meet me in person and judge for yourself. There’s no odor or uncleanliness—I wear perfume.\”

Viewers left comments such as, \”She’s truly very pretty,\” \”We’ll keep supporting you,\” and \”Her high self-confidence stands out.\” Chae also drew attention by replying in the comments, \”Please see me as pretty.\”

Born in 1997, Chae Ryujin appeared on Mnet’s Boys24 in 2016 under the name Chae Ho-cheol. She later promoted under the stage name Ryu J as a member of the boy group JWiiver.

Last year she attracted attention when she publicly came out as transgender during a live broadcast, and she continues to engage with fans regularly through her personal channel and social media accounts.

Photo: Chae Ryujin; channel \”HOWMUCH KOREA\”