Pledis Entertainment, a company under HYBE, has announced that it will end its exclusive contract with the girl group FROMIS_9.

On November 29, Pledis Entertainment shared that the group's contract will officially end on December 31.

They explained, “We had many discussions with the members about their future plans and activities. After careful conversations, we mutually agreed to end the exclusive contract.”

Pledis also took the opportunity to thank the group, saying, “Since joining our company in August 2021, FROMIS_9 has shown a variety of music styles and has become a loved artist, not just by their fans, Flover, but also by many K-pop fans worldwide.”

The statement also expressed gratitude, saying, “We are deeply thankful to FROMIS_9 for their hard work over the last seven years, and for sharing their many talents. We fully support the members in their future paths.”

FROMIS_9 will continue their scheduled activities until the contract ends and will release a special fan song on December 23 to thank their fans.

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Former AOA member Kwon Min Ah—who opened up in the past about being bullied—has once again shared a deep and emotional message on social media, leaving fans feeling concerned and sending love.

On April 23, Min Ah took to her Instagram to write:
“I don’t know if I’ve become completely twisted, or if I’m just scared. Maybe I’m afraid the same thing will happen again. Everything feels scary. And I want to say something sharp to myself too—get it together.”

Along with the message, she posted a selfie where she wore a red knit top, had her hair half-up, and showed a soft pout with a calm expression. Though her outfit and style looked casual, the mood of her words felt heavy.

Fans aren’t sure if Min Ah was directing the message toward someone else or simply speaking to herself. The final line, “get it together,” sounds like a tough love reminder to herself—but also makes many wonder what she’s been going through recently.

People quickly filled the comment section with supportive messages, telling her to stay strong and reminding her she’s not alone.

Min Ah debuted with AOA in 2012 and left the group in 2019. In 2020, she made headlines when she revealed that she had been bullied during her time in the group. The confession caused a huge reaction in the K-pop world, leading to conversations about idols’ mental health and group dynamics.

Recently, she surprised fans when it was revealed she began working as a manager at a dermatology clinic, showing a new side of her life outside of the entertainment spotlight.

Fans continue to cheer her on, hoping she finds peace and happiness in whatever path she chooses next.

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