Choerry

Choi Ye-rim, known as Choerry, is a South Korean singer born June 4, 2001, in Bucheon. At 25, she is a member of Loona, its sub-unit Odd Eye Circle, and the spinoff group Artms. Her bright vocals and energetic stage presence have made her a standout in K-pop. She was the twelfth and final member introduced in Loona's pre-debut project, and her solo single "Love Cherry Motion" showcased her playful, vibrant style. With Artms, she has expanded her artistry, contributing to songwriting and embarking on world tours.[edit]

Choerry grew up in Bucheon, a city in Gyeonggi Province, with her parents and an older brother. She attended Gyeonggi Arts High School, a prestigious institution known for producing K-pop idols, where she honed her singing and dancing skills. Her early interests included hip-hop and contemporary dance, and she participated in school talent shows. She auditioned for Blockberry Creative (then Polaris Entertainment) and passed, becoming a trainee. On July 28, 2017, she was revealed as the final individual member of Loona with the release of her solo single album "Choerry," featuring the title track "Love Cherry Motion" and the B-side "Puzzle" featuring Jinsoul.[edit]

Choerry debuted as a member of Loona in March 2018 with the mini-album "+ +" and lead single "Hi High." In September 2018, she debuted with Odd Eye Circle, a sub-unit comprising Kim Lip, Jinsoul, and herself, releasing the mini-album "Max & Match" and the single "Sweet Crazy Love." The unit's R&B and synth-pop sound earned critical acclaim. Over the next years, she participated in Loona's releases including "X X" (2019), "#" (2020), "12:00" (2020), "&" (2021), and "Flip That" (2022), as well as world tours. In 2023, after a legal battle with Blockberry Creative, she and four other members signed with Modhaus, forming Artms. Artms debuted in 2024 with the mini-album "Dall" and embarked on a world tour. In 2025, Artms released their first full-length album "Spark," which charted on the Billboard World Albums chart. In 2026, she launched a personal YouTube channel and Artms announced a second world tour.[edit]

Choerry is known for her bright, energetic, and youthful image, with a stage presence marked by powerful dance moves and a radiant smile. Her fashion often incorporates pastel colors, especially purple, and playful accessories. The media portrays her as hardworking and dedicated, having overcome legal and career transitions. Her personal YouTube content is casual and vlog-style, while her Instagram mixes professional photoshoots with personal moments. Her social media voice is warm and grateful, frequently using Korean honorifics. Loona and Artms fans are called Orbits, and her solo fanbase organizes birthday projects and charity donations.[edit]

Choerry's fandom is inseparable from the larger LOONA and ARTMS universe. There is no formally named individual fanbase for her; instead, her fans are part of the unified LOONA/ARTMS fandom, a community that has rallied around her through legal battles and triumphant re-debuts. The most celebrated narrative is the group's escape from a restrictive contract and their 2023 revival under ARTMS, a story of resilience that fans tell newcomers first. In-universe, her lore is rich: she wields a right odd eye, capable of opening portals between worlds, a power that fuels endless fan theories. One popular fan theory, shared on platforms like Wattpad, speculates that she and Hyunjin swapped places, a tale that persists as folklore.

In the global fame landscape, Choerry currently holds no placement in iFANN's published rankings. The Global Fame Engine has evaluated her, but she does not appear in the Global Top 1,000 or any Top-100 scope list. This status reflects the vast number of celebrities tracked worldwide, where even a beloved K-pop idol may not rank among the top thousand. Her fame is nonetheless substantial, evidenced by her dedicated following and the media coverage of her group's journey.[edit]

Choerry's representative animal in Loona's lore is a bat, and her color is purple. Her stage name is a portmanteau of "cherry" and "cho" from her surname Choi. She has a pet cat named Mochi, often featured on Instagram. She has several small tattoos, including a cherry on her wrist and a bat on her ankle. She enjoys cooking and baking in her free time. She is fluent in Korean and has been learning English and Japanese for international promotions.

In the Loona universe, Choerry's odd eye is on her right, a detail that has sparked a persistent fan theory: since Kim Lip and Jinsoul have left odd eyes, fans speculate that another undisclosed member must have a left odd eye to complete a pair. This theory, widely shared on Reddit and Wattpad, has become a cornerstone of fan folklore. Another story fans still retell is the group's 2023 legal victory and re-debut under ARTMS, a saga of resilience that defined her career. During that period, she and her Odd Eye Circle members declared, "We have more freedom now," a quote that encapsulates their hard-won autonomy.[edit]

Choerry was raised in Bucheon with her parents and an older brother, though she keeps details about them private. She has mentioned a close relationship with her family in interviews. She lives with her pet cat Mochi, whom she adopted and frequently posts about on social media.[edit]

Choerry has worked closely with Kim Lip and Jinsoul as part of Odd Eye Circle and Artms. She also collaborates with Heejin and Hyeju in Artms. Her career has been shaped by creative director Jaden Jeong, who founded Modhaus. She remains close with former Loona member Chuu, despite their different career paths.[edit]

Choerry has maintained a private personal life throughout her career. As of 2026, there are no confirmed public romantic relationships reported by credible sources. She has not been linked to any substantiated dating rumors. In interviews, she has consistently emphasized her focus on her career and her bond with her group members. As of 2026, she is single.[edit]

iFANN currently estimates Choerry's net worth at $2 million. Her income primarily comes from group activities with Loona and Artms, including album sales, digital streaming, concert tours, and fan meetings. Loona's world tours from 2019 to 2022 and Artms' tours from 2024 to 2026 generated significant revenue, though distribution among members is not public. She has limited solo income from her pre-debut single and occasional variety appearances. Group endorsements with cosmetics and fashion brands contribute, but she has no confirmed solo deals. Merchandise sales and potential YouTube ad revenue from her personal channel add to her earnings.[edit]