TWICE’s Jihyo posts heartfelt Bubble message amid JYP Entertainment contract renewal talks
Jihyo posted a long message to TWICE’s official Bubble account on July 28, addressing fans as contract renewal talks with JYP Entertainment continue.
Jihyo spoke directly to the group’s fandom, ONCE, about the emotional strain she’s feeling during the negotiation period.
Jihyo wrote on Bubble:
“I could be having casual conversations with ONCE about everyday things, but right now it’s difficult because my heart feels so heavy,”
“I was worried and very cautious before coming to Bubble, but I don’t want ONCE to have to wait too long. I’ll do my best to resolve everything properly and share good news with you as soon as I can.”
“As the person responsible for my own life, I’ll think everything through wisely and make the best choice. Just like you always have, I hope you’ll continue to support me and trust me.”
“I sincerely love and cherish TWICE as a team, and I believe ONCE will understand me because of that alone.”
“I’m sorry it’s been so long since I came to talk to you. I’ll come back when we can casually chat and joke around again. Sleep well, eat well, get plenty of rest, and let’s all get through this together. Thank you, always.”
Her post drew quick attention as discussions over TWICE’s contracts remain a top topic among fans.
Earlier this month, reports said Jeongyeon, Tzuyu, Chaeyoung, and Jihyo were weighing whether to leave JYP Entertainment, sparking agency-change rumors.
One report specifically claimed that Jihyo had decided to leave the agency after more than two decades and was likely preparing to set up a one-person agency. The same report added that, regardless of her individual contract, she is expected to continue participating in TWICE’s group activities under JYP.
On July 14, JYP Entertainment responded to the speculation.
JYP Entertainment stated:
“TWICE is currently in the contract renewal discussion period. We will provide an update once the matter has been finalized.”
Jihyo became TWICE’s leader in 2015 after spending approximately 10 years as a trainee with JYP Entertainment. Counting her trainee period, she has been with the company for around 21 years, and JYP marked her 20th anniversary at the agency last year with commemorative content.