KG, a member of the girl group VCHA, has announced her departure from the group and revealed that she has filed a lawsuit against JYP Entertainment.
The former member shared the news via an Instagram story on December 7, 2024, in which she disclosed the emotional and physical toll that the abuse and mistreatment she allegedly faced from the company’s staff had on her mental health.
KG described the working environment as toxic and detrimental to her well-being, highlighting the devastating consequences it had on her fellow members, including one who reportedly attempted suicide, and others who struggled with self-harm and eating disorders due to the pressures of the K-pop system.
She went on to explain that she had made the decision to leave back in May and had been waiting for the release from her contract.
In her post, KG expressed her deep concern for the remaining members of VCHA, whom she genuinely cares for and loves, but stated that staying under JYP Entertainment was no longer viable for her as an artist.
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She revealed that despite her passion for music and songwriting, the company’s intense work culture, lack of personal freedom, and substantial debt made it impossible for her to thrive creatively.
While acknowledging the positive moments she experienced, she emphasized that the negatives outweighed the benefits and made her ultimately decide to step away.
KG also reflected on her gratitude for the opportunities provided by JYP Entertainment, including the training she received and the chance to perform on a global stage.
However, she made it clear that the mistreatment she endured is a systemic issue within the K-pop industry and not something limited to her experience.
Her hope is that her departure and legal action will bring attention to the need for reform in the industry to protect idols and trainees from abusive practices and ensure their mental and physical well-being.
The announcement came after VCHA’s hiatus, following their debut in January 2024, and there are plans for the group’s return next year.
KG expressed her hopes that her fans, known as V-lights, will continue to support the group, even in her absence, and that the attention brought to her case will inspire meaningful change within the K-pop system.
She reassured fans that while she would no longer be part of VCHA, she would continue to pursue music in the K-pop genre, though under different circumstances.
Her departure and lawsuit have ignited a broader conversation about the treatment of idols in the industry and the need for significant changes to protect their mental health.
After nearly three years since their last group release, GOT7 has officially confirmed that they will be making a long-awaited return in January 2025. The news was revealed on December 7, with group members JAY B and BamBam playfully teasing the announcement on social media.
BamBam took to X (formerly known as Twitter), expressing his excitement, saying,
“Oh god finally I can say this out loud. It’s been a month!! You know how hard it is to hold this…?”
This announcement was also made during JAY B’s solo concert that same evening, much to the excitement of their fans.
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The group’s comeback is set for January 20, 2025, marking the first time the seven members will release new music together since May 2022, when they dropped their self-titled EP “GOT7” with the title track “NANANA.”
Fans have been eagerly waiting for this moment, as the members had pursued various individual projects in the time since their last group release, including solo music, acting roles, and other personal ventures.
As GOT7 gears up for their much-anticipated return, fans are expressing their excitement and eagerly awaiting the upcoming release.
For now, fans can continue to enjoy the solo activities of the members, such as Jinyoung’s ongoing role in the drama “Yumi’s Cells 2” and Youngjae’s appearance in “Love & Wish.”
The group’s return is expected to be one of the major K-pop events of early 2025, and the anticipation is building rapidly among their loyal fanbase.
