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Nayeon's mother's post sparks speculation of TWICE solo career

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Speculation arises about TWICE member Nayeon potentially pursuing a solo career, fueled by her mother's social media post.
  • Nayeon's mother emphasized the members' deservingness of fair treatment after years of dedication to the group.
  • This follows similar sentiments from Tzuyu's mother regarding contract discussions and past alleged unfair treatment.

Speculation is mounting that Nayeon, a member of the popular K-pop group TWICE, may be preparing for a solo debut. The buzz intensified following a recent social media post by Nayeon's mother, which fans interpreted as a hint towards her daughter's future endeavors. The post highlighted Nayeon's nearly two decades of dedication, including her trainee period and 11 years as part of TWICE, suggesting she and the other members deserve recognition and fair treatment.

Nayeon's mother wrote on Instagram, "Excellent TWICE, gaining recognition from ONCE (fans) and parents, now you deserve the treatment you deserve. All 9 members have this qualification." This statement has led to widespread discussion among fans and media outlets, with some interpreting it as a sign that Nayeon might be seeking to leave her agency, JYP Entertainment, for a solo contract. International media have already begun reporting on the possibility of Nayeon's departure from JYP.

Excellent TWICE, gaining recognition from ONCE (fans) and parents, now you deserve the treatment you deserve. All 9 members have this qualification.

— Nayeon's motherPosted on Instagram, interpreted by fans as a hint towards Nayeon's potential solo career and the members' deservingness of fair treatment.

The situation is further complicated by similar sentiments expressed by Tzuyu's mother, Huang Yen-ling. Tzuyu's individual contract is reportedly with her parents' agency, 'Yu Hai Entertainment.' Last year, Huang Yen-ling posted on X (formerly Twitter), expressing frustration with "unbelievable behavior, delaying excuses, the end of plans. No integrity has become your habit, yet I am a character in your lies, always caught up in it." Although she later clarified it was a general reflection, the post fueled speculation about Tzuyu experiencing unfair treatment.

These developments come as TWICE is reportedly in contract renewal negotiations with JYP Entertainment. The agency is said to be discussing individual contracts with members like Tzuyu, Jeongyeon, Chaeyoung, and Jihyo. The combined expressions from the mothers of Nayeon and Tzuyu suggest a potential collective desire among some members for better terms or individual career paths, placing significant pressure on JYP Entertainment.

Unbelievable behavior, delaying excuses, the end of plans. No integrity has become your habit, yet I am a character in your lies, always caught up in it.

— Huang Yen-ling (Tzuyu's mother)A past social media post that fueled speculation about Tzuyu receiving unfair treatment from her agency.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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