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K-pop groups that have continued to operate as a group, preserving their original line up.
Groups that renewed contract and kept their original line up
In the K-Pop industry, at the start of their career, it's a common practice for groups to sign contracts with their companies, committing to a career lasting around 7 years. While the contract duration can vary, and there have been instances of members departing before their contract term concludes.
Amidst uncertainty regarding the future of groups like BLACKPINK, who have not yet signed their contracts and have not provided any official updates to their fans (Blinks), there are others that have continued to operate as a group, preserving their original lineup.
This list excludes groups that are still together despite leaving their company, like GOT7, or groups that claim to be intact despite one or more members departing the company, as is the case with MAMAMOO.
It also does not encompass groups that lost members either before or after their initial contract renewal, such as Jay Park's departure from 2PM or even Seungri's exit from BIGBANG, and Jessica leaving Girls' Generation afterwards.
Last Updated: 08.10 PM, Sep 10, 2023
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SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN's contract extension with Pledis Entertainment, which took place on July 19, 2021, is particularly noteworthy in the K-Pop scene. This is especially remarkable given the group's impressive lineup of 13 members.
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SF9
In March 2021, SF9 collectively renewed their contracts with FNC Entertainment, with all nine members of the group choosing to continue their journey with the company.
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BTS
Certainly, all seven members of BTS decided to extend their partnership with BigHit (now HYBE) in 2018, even before their original contract was due to end in 2020. As a result, BTS will continue to be affiliated with their label until 2026, having renewed their contracts for an additional seven years.
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SHINee
SHINee stands out as another significant addition to this list. Despite the tragic loss of Jonghyun in late 2017, the group holds a special place in K-Pop history for renewing their contracts with SM Entertainment twice, first in 2014 and again in 2018. Jonghyun will always be a cherished and enduring member of the group.
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TWICE
TWICE's contract renewal had been a topic of concern among ONCE fans, who were anxious about the status of their renewals. However, in July 2022, JYP Entertainment announced that all nine members had chosen to extend their contracts.
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Red Velvet
Red Velvet, initially a quartet at their debut, has witnessed Seulgi renew her contract for a second time, while there is currently no information available about the other four members. Although not officially announced, it is widely speculated that the remaining members of Red Velvet, who made their debut in 2014 (and 2015 for Yeri), likely renewed their contracts in 2021, following the typical seven-year contract duration for idols.
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Dreamcatcher
Dreamcatcher made their debut in 2017 as a seven-member group, transitioning from the earlier five-member group MINX. In November 2022, it was officially confirmed that all seven members had renewed their contracts with Dreamcatcher Company.
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KARD
KARD made their debut in July 2017 as a co-ed group with four members, and they are one of the few co-ed K-Pop groups that continue to actively promote. In July 2022, it was announced that all four members had successfully renewed their contracts with DSP Media.
Last Updated: 08.10 PM, Sep 10, 2023