TWICE’s Jihyo Addresses Fans as Contract Renewal Talks Continue

TWICE leader Jihyo has addressed fans directly while contract renewal discussions with JYP Entertainment continue, offering a measured update at a moment when the group’s future arrangements are drawing intense attention across the K-pop world.

In a message shared through TWICE’s official fan communication channel, Jihyo acknowledged that she had found it difficult to speak casually with ONCE, the group’s fandom, while weighing decisions that could shape the next stage of her career. Her note did not announce a final outcome, but it signaled that she is treating the process seriously and wants fans to hear from her rather than wait in uncertainty.

The singer wrote that everyday conversation with fans had become hard because of the emotional weight surrounding the situation. She also indicated that she had hesitated before posting, but did not want to leave supporters without any sense of where things stood. The result was a personal update that balanced reassurance with caution.

Jihyo asks fans for trust during an uncertain period

Jihyo emphasized that she intends to think carefully and make a wise decision as the person responsible for her own life. That phrasing stood out because it framed the contract discussions not only as a company matter, but also as a personal crossroads for an artist who has spent most of her life inside the same entertainment system.

She also made clear that her affection for TWICE remains unchanged. In her message, Jihyo said she sincerely loves and cherishes the team, and suggested that this commitment should help fans understand the care behind whatever decision comes next. For ONCE, the distinction matters: contract negotiations can involve individual management, solo work, group activities, and long-term scheduling, but they do not automatically define the emotional bond among members.

JYP Entertainment previously said that TWICE was in a contract renewal discussion period and that an official announcement would be made after decisions are finalized. Reports earlier this month raised questions about whether several members could adjust their agency relationships, including Jihyo, Jeongyeon, Tzuyu, and Chaeyoung. Those reports have kept fans watching for any direct statement from the members or company.

A long history with JYP Entertainment

Jihyo’s situation carries added weight because of her unusually long connection to JYP Entertainment. She joined the company as a trainee before her debut and spent roughly a decade preparing before TWICE launched in 2015. Including her trainee years, her relationship with the agency spans about 21 years, making any contract decision a major professional and personal milestone.

Since debuting, Jihyo has served as TWICE’s leader through one of the most successful runs by a K-pop girl group. The group built a catalog of major Korean and Japanese hits, expanded its global fanbase, and became a reliable touring act in arenas and stadium-scale venues. Jihyo has also developed her own identity as a vocalist, performer, and solo artist, giving her future choices broader implications than a standard renewal cycle.

The timing follows a particularly active period for TWICE. The group recently completed the large-scale This Is For world tour, performing 81 shows across 19 countries over about a year. That run underscored the group’s continued demand outside Korea and reinforced why the renewal talks are being watched closely by fans, promoters, and industry observers.

What the renewal talks could mean

For veteran idol groups, contract renewal periods rarely have a single simple meaning. Members may remain with the same company for both group and individual activities, sign with different agencies while preserving group promotions, or negotiate hybrid arrangements that reflect solo careers, acting projects, music releases, and international schedules. Until JYP Entertainment or the members confirm the final structure, the practical outcome remains unsettled.

Jihyo’s message therefore functions less as a conclusion than as a request for patience. It reassures fans that she is aware of their concern, that she is approaching the decision thoughtfully, and that her attachment to TWICE is still central to how she sees the situation. In a fandom environment where speculation can move faster than official information, that kind of direct communication can help slow the narrative without revealing confidential details.

For now, TWICE’s next chapter remains in discussion. Jihyo’s words point to a careful process rather than a sudden break, and the final announcement will likely be judged by how it balances individual growth with the group’s ability to continue promoting together. Until then, ONCE have been asked to trust the members as they work through one of the most consequential decisions of their post-debut career.