{
  "id": 737385,
  "title": "Twice's Chaeyoung to leave JYP Entertainment, is second member of K-pop group to do so",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/twices-chaeyoung-to-leave-jyp-entertainment-is-second-member-of-k-pop",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-13T06:14:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/twice-chaeyoung-leave-jyp-entertainment-6316696"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chaeyoung, a member of the popular K-pop girl group Twice, announced her departure from her longtime label, JYP Entertainment, on Thursday (Aug 13). The singer, whose real name is Son Chae-young, expressed her excitement about embarking on a new journey, stating that she is currently working on her project Lil Fantasy. This ambitious venture allows her to explore and build her music in a unique way. Chaeyoung took the time to express her gratitude towards everyone at JYP and Team Twice for their unwavering belief and support over the past 14 years. She also conveyed her deepest appreciation to her fellow Twice members, acknowledging them as her constant strength and biggest supporters.\n\nIn her message to her fans, Chaeyoung assured them that nothing changes with the nonet. She emphasized that her experiences and roots with Twice will always remain significant. As of now, Chaeyoung's new agency remains undisclosed. Chaeyoung's announcement follows closely after her groupmate Jeongyeon's decision to leave JYP Entertainment and join South Korean agency Varo Entertainment. The management of JYP also oversees Jeongyeon's sister, actress Gong Seung-yeon, as well as South Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok, who recently starred in the hit Disney+ series Perfect Crown.\n\nWith this development, the status of the remaining seven Twice members' solo contracts is yet to be revealed. As fans navigate these changes, it is essential to ensure a seamless experience while staying updated on the latest news. To accomplish this, readers are advised to upgrade to a supported browser or download the mobile app for the best possible browsing experience.",
  "summary": "Chaeyoung announced her departure from JYP Entertainment on Thursday (Aug 13).",
  "key_points": [
    "Chaeyoung, aka Son Chae-young, leaves JYP Entertainment",
    "Second Twice member to depart from K-pop label",
    "Excited to pursue Lil Fantasy project"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Chaeyoung's departure from JYP Entertainment follows a similar move by a groupmate, leaving the status of the remaining members' solo contracts uncertain and potentially altering the group's dynamics.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yonhap News",
        "title": "TWICE's Chaeyoung to leave JYP, vows to continue group activities",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/twices-chaeyoung-to-leave-jyp-vows-to-continue-group-activities-748744",
        "published": "2026-08-13T07:38:14.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "TWICE's Chaeyoung to leave JYP, vows to continue group activities",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/twices-chaeyoung-to-leave-jyp-vows-to-continue-group-activities",
        "published": "2026-08-13T08:37:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}