In a recent development, Red Velvet's Irene has chosen to extend her partnership with SM Entertainment, marking a continuation of a bond built on trust and a shared vision for the future.

The decision to renew her contract highlights the unwavering support Irene has received from SM, paving the way for exciting endeavors ahead.

Expressing her gratitude and confidence in the company, Irene conveyed, "I've decided to renew my contract due to the steadfast support of SM's dedicated staff, who have been with me since the beginning of my career."

She went on to express thanks to SM for shaping her into the artist she is today. Looking forward, Irene expressed eagerness to showcase her talents through various activities alongside her Red Velvet members, extending heartfelt appreciation to their devoted fans.

SM Entertainment echoed Irene's sentiments, emphasizing their dedication to fostering mutual trust and collaboration. The company stated, "We have renewed contracts with both Seulgi and Irene based on our enduring partnership."

Furthermore, SM pledged comprehensive support to enhance Irene's global presence as an artist while seeking continued love and interest from fans worldwide.

Amidst the announcement, netizens shared their thoughts:

"And ReVeLuvs all over breathed a sigh of relief. But what about the other three tho? Kinda worried since Joy has been having health issues and Wendy has been voicing a lot of discontent."

"I am beyond excited! Hopefully Red Velvet will have more comebacks in the following years. I have been a Luvie since Day 1 (get it?)! Red Velvet was the group that got me into kpop and I am excited that their story is not ending yet."

"People may not like SM or certain other companies, but at the end of the day, fans easily forget that this is their career."

"Good for Irene to not let the haters kick her down."

"They can still have a OT5 comeback even if Yeri, Joy and Wendy leave for other agencies like SNSD did."

"She renewed because SM stood by her and continued to support her despite her scandal. Unlike YG w/ GD or HYBE w/ Garam or Cube w/ Soojin."

"Irene following BoA footsteps."

"Waiting for the once a year release from full Red Velvet team."

"So she wants to go solo? Why they other members don't renew?"

"Whyyyy?"

"OT2 is honestly all they need to keep really."

What are your thoughts?

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Actor Lee Min Ho recently shared an unforgettable and embarrassing moment from his early career, revealing how he became a “falling star” at his first Baeksang Arts Awards.

On the December 25th episode of You Quiz on the Block (Episode 274), Lee Min Ho made a guest appearance and reflected on his rise to fame.

The actor, known for his iconic role as Goo Jun Pyo in Boys Over Flowers, won the Best New Actor award at the Baeksang Arts Awards, but it wasn’t just his victory that grabbed attention.

Lee Min Ho recalled, "I was attending the Baeksang for the first time, and I was so excited. Since I wasn’t going as Goo Jun Pyo, but as Lee Min Ho, I styled my hair in a perm and was ready to go." However, things took an unexpected turn when he tripped and fell on the red carpet.

He sighed, recalling, "That day, I fell. I fell and created so many memes. Even now, I look back and think, 'How did I walk that quickly on the red carpet?'"

Laughing at his own clumsiness, he admitted, "I was moving at the speed of light, no composure, no focus. Honestly, more than the joy of winning the award, that day was chaotic and so embarrassing for me."

Though his win was a highlight, Lee Min Ho humorously shared that the incident of tripping overshadowed the excitement of his achievement.

It’s safe to say that while the fall became a funny meme, it also became a lesson in humility for the actor, and a moment that fans still remember to this day.

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