Sulli

ソルリは韓国の歌手、女優、モデル。初期は純粋なイメージで知られたが、後にK-POPで最も率直な人物の一人となり、タブー視されていたメンタルヘルスやネットいじめについて公然と語った。韓国で最もGoogle検索された人物の一人でもある。ソロ楽曲、特にシングル『Goblin』（2019年）は、より個人的で実験的な側面を示した。ファンは彼女の才能だけでなく、同調を求める業界の中で誠実に生きた勇気を記憶している。[編集]

1994年3月29日、韓国釜山でチェ・ジンリとして生まれ、後に芸名ソルリとして広く知られるようになる。彼女の出生名ジンリは韓国語で「真実」を意味し、後に正直さで知られる人物にふさわしい名前である。釜山で3人の兄と共に育ち、幼い頃から母親が演技教室に通わせ、初期の才能とパフォーマンスへの関心を育んだ。2005年、11歳の時、ソルリは単身ソウルに移り、名門芸術学校MTMアカデミーに通い、歌、ダンス、演技の総合的な訓練を受けた。

同じ2005年は彼女の急成長するキャリアの転機となった。SBS時代劇『ソドンヨ』に助演としてプロの演技デビューを果たす。多面的な才能を示し、同年SMエンターテインメントのオーディションにも合格し、練習生としてK-POPへの正式な道を歩み始めた。後に人気グループf(x)でデビューする前も、『Punch Lady』（2007年）や『BA:BO』（2008年）など、様々なテレビゲスト出演や独立映画で演技活動を続けた。[編集]

ソルリは2009年にf(x)のメンバーとしてデビュー。グループは『Pinocchio』（2011年）や『Electric Shock』（2012年）などのヒット曲でK-POPを代表する存在となった。2013年にはf(x)が米国テキサス州オースティンで開催されたサウス・バイ・サウスウエストに出演した初のK-POPグループとなった。グループ在籍中、ソルリは漫画『花君』の韓国ドラマ化作品『To the Beautiful You』（2012年）で主演を務め、2つのSBS演技大賞を受賞。その後、ファンタジー映画『海賊：海に行った山賊』（2014年）やドラマ『ファッションキング』（2014年）に出演。2014年には悪質な噂と健康問題により活動休止。2015年8月に正式にf(x)を脱退し、演技に専念。その後、エスティローダーのモデルを務め、ネオノワールスリラー『Real』（2017年）に出演。2018年にはディーンのシングル「Dayfly」にフィーチャリング。2019年6月にデビューソロシングルアルバム『Goblin』をリリース。[編集]

キャリア初期、ソルリは無邪気で人形のようなイメージと明るい笑顔で知られていた。しかし成長するにつれ、K-POPアイドルに課せられる厳しい期待に抵抗し始めた。メンタルヘルスの悩みを率直に語り、ネットいじめを批判し、女性の権利を擁護した。この変化により、彼女は賛否両論の人物となったが、多くの人にとって反抗の象徴でもあった。彼女のソーシャルメディアでの発信は率直でフィルターがなく、伝統的な規範に挑戦する写真や考えを頻繁に投稿した。彼女の死後、K-POPにおける本物であることの先駆者としての遺産はますます大きくなっている。[編集]

Choi Seol-ri, known professionally as Sulli, cultivated a fanbase that defied the traditional hierarchy of K-pop. Though no official fandom name was ever designated during her lifetime, supporters often identified themselves as 'sullian' or simply as devotees of her solo work and her time in f(x). Following her passing, the peach emoji 🍑 emerged as the central icon of her posthumous tribute culture, adopted by fans to honor her nickname and symbolize her authentic spirit. This community transformed into a force for advocacy, launching digital campaigns and petition drives demanding stricter laws against cyberbullying in South Korea. Rituals involving peach-themed art and photos posted on her birthday and death anniversary serve as a digital shrine, preserving her memory through a collective act of remembrance that feels more intimate than typical idol worship.

Sulli's cultural footprint remains substantial, reflected in her standing within global fame metrics. She is currently the 68th most famous person in South Korea, a position she has held steady across recent cycles according to the iFANN Global Fame Rankings. This placement underscores her enduring relevance in a nation where her name frequently topped search queries. Her influence extends beyond domestic borders, anchoring her legacy in a broader conversation about mental health and industry reform.[編集]

Her given name Jin-ri translates to truth in Korean, a fitting moniker for an artist who spoke candidly about her struggles. The nickname Giant Baby originated from her tall stature contrasted with her youthful features. In 2012, she appeared alongside Victoria Song in a Super Junior music video. A music critic once observed that she laughed when she wanted to laugh and cried when she wanted to cry, noting her brazen refusal to fit the mould. She was the most Googled person in South Korea in 2017.

Among the legends surrounding her life, the moment she declared 'I am not a doll' after facing backlash for wearing a bikini top became a defining act of rebellion. Fans still retell the story of her final blog post, 'I am so sorry... I am so tired,' written hours before her body was discovered, which cemented her narrative as a tragedy caused by systemic failure. The funeral scene, where over 10,000 mourners gathered holding peach signs, is often cited as an unprecedented display of public grief that sparked a national conversation about mental health.[編集]

ソルリは釜山で両親のもとに生まれ、3人の兄がいた。兄チェ・デヒは一部の情報源で言及されている。彼女はf(x)のメンバー、特に家族のように思っていたソン・チョンと親しかった。[編集]

ソルリはf(x)のメンバーとしてソン・チョン、アンバー、ルナ、クリスタルと活動。2013年から2017年までDynamic DuoのChoizaと交際。2018年にはディーンとコラボレーションしたシングル「Dayfly」をリリース。[編集]

ソルは2013年から2017年まで、ヒップホップデュオDynamic DuoのメンバーであるラッパーのChoizaと公に交際していました。交際は2013年に確認され、約4年間の交際を経て2017年に破局したと報じられています。2019年の死去時には公に知られた交際相手はいませんでした。[編集]

Choi Jin-ri, professionally known as Sulli, was found dead on October 14, 2019, at her home in the Gwanggyo-dong neighborhood of Seongnam-si. She was 25 years old. According to police reports and statements from her family, she was discovered by a staff member who had visited her residence around 8:30 PM that evening after failing to respond to phone calls. The initial police assessment indicated no signs of foul play. The official cause of death was ruled as suicide by hanging. This determination was established through a police investigation and an autopsy conducted by the Gyeonggi Provincial Police Agency's Forensic Department. Her family stated that she had been suffering from severe depression and anxiety for some time, exacerbated by intense cyberbullying and public harassment regarding her past activities and personal choices.

While the family and police maintained the suicide ruling, some online communities initially speculated about other causes; however, these accounts were never substantiated by official medical evidence or legal findings. Her last public appearance was a promotional event for her film The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion in September 2019, shortly before her death. The Seoul Southern District Police Office conducted a thorough investigation immediately following the discovery of her body. The case was closed as a suicide without any charges filed against individuals for involvement in her death. However, the investigation led to significant legal action against those responsible for the cyberbullying that preceded her death. In the months following her passing, prosecutors indicted several internet users for defamation and causing distress. Notably, in 2020, a court sentenced two individuals to prison terms for their role in spreading malicious rumors and photos of Sulli.

These rulings marked the first time in South Korea that cyberbullies were criminally punished specifically in connection with a celebrity's suicide, setting a legal precedent. Sulli's death triggered an outpouring of grief across South Korea and internationally. Within hours of the news breaking, her name topped search engine rankings globally, and fans organized vigils outside her former agency, SM Entertainment, and at her hometown in Busan. Major K-pop peers, including members of f(x), EXO, Red Velvet, and BTS, issued heartfelt tributes on social media, sharing memories and expressing their shock. Former bandmate Krystal Jung posted a message stating, 'I will always remember you.' Institutions such as the Korean Ministry of Gender Equality and Family condemned the culture of cyberbullying that contributed to her death, calling for stricter laws.

Streaming numbers for her music and films surged significantly in the days following her death, with her single Goblin re-entering charts worldwide. Memorial murals appeared in various districts of Seoul, particularly near her home and in Hongdae, where fans left flowers, letters, and candles. A moment of silence was observed during several major award ceremonies and variety shows in the weeks following her passing. A private funeral service was held on October 16, 2019, at the Seongsu Funeral Home in Seoul. The ceremony was attended by close family members, friends, and fellow artists, including actors Kim Soo-hyun, Park Shin-hye, and members of f(x). The service was conducted according to Buddhist rites, reflecting her personal faith. Following the service, Sulli was cremated, and her ashes were interred at a cemetery in Yangsan, Gyeongnam Province, her birthplace.

Posthumously, Sulli's estate has seen the release of her final single Goblin (which charted high) and the posthumous distribution of her acting roles, including the drama Love Alarm (where she made a cameo) and the film The Witch: Part 1. In 2020, the Sulli Foundation was established by her family to support victims of cyberbullying and promote mental health awareness, funded by proceeds from her estate and donations. Her brother, Choi Jin-ri's older sibling, has managed the estate and released occasional messages supporting her legacy and addressing legal matters concerning her digital rights.[編集]

iFANN currently estimates Sulli's estate to be worth around $5 Million as of 2026. During her career, she earned income from her music activities with f(x), acting roles, and modeling endorsements, including a partnership with Estée Lauder. After her death, her music and acting projects continue to generate revenue, though no specific estate management details have been publicly disclosed.[編集]

ソルは2012年、ドラマ『トゥ・ザ・ビューティフル・ユー』での演技によりSBS演技大賞で2冠を達成しました。また、同役で第49回百想芸術大賞にノミネートされました。[編集]