TWICE successfully overcame K-pop’s so-called “seven-year curse” when all nine members renewed their contracts with JYP in 2022. Since then, the group has continued promoting as one of the most influential girl groups of the Hallyu wave.
Recent Korean media reports, however, claimed that the members are now discussing their future agreements with the agency. JYP Entertainment confirmed that negotiations remain underway but emphasized that no final decision has been made.
Jeongyeon’s Reported Agency Meeting Fuels Concern
Fans became more anxious after reports suggested that Jeongyeon had met with Baro Entertainment, the agency representing her older sister Gong Seung Yeon and actor Byeon Woo Seok.
The meeting prompted speculation that Jeongyeon could leave JYP and explore acting or other individual activities. However, neither Jeongyeon nor the agencies involved have confirmed such plans.
Some fans also criticized JYP’s handling of Jeongyeon’s solo career, arguing that she has received fewer individual opportunities than other members in areas such as music, magazine covers and endorsement deals.
Jihyo’s Tears Gain New Meaning for Some Fans
Amid the contract discussions, footage of Jihyo crying during TWICE’s Tokyo concert on April 28 began circulating again. During the final song, the group’s leader became emotional and could not hold back her tears. Jeongyeon approached her, offered an embrace and gently wiped away her tears, creating a touching moment between the two members.
Jihyo later told fans that she had cried because she was happy. Despite that explanation, some online users connected the moment to the current rumors, suggesting that she may already have known about Jeongyeon’s future plans.
Others firmly rejected the theory, noting that there is no evidence linking Jihyo’s emotions to contract negotiations. They argued that reinterpreting the concert moment through unverified rumors could create unnecessary misinformation.
Many ONCEs have also pointed out that leaving the same agency does not necessarily mean the end of a group. Several K-pop acts have continued releasing music and promoting together even after their members signed with different management companies.
Sources: Saostar
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