Twice's Tzuyu reportedly leaving JYP Entertainment, agency says contracts under discussion

Tzuyu, a member of the popular K-pop girl group Twice, is reportedly set to leave her longtime agency, JYP Entertainment. The news, first reported by South Korean outlet News1, indicates that the 27-year-old Taiwanese singer, whose real name is Chou Tzu-yu, will continue her activities with the group.

Twice, which also includes Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, and Chaeyoung, debuted in 2015. The group is preparing to celebrate its 11th anniversary in October. They recently wrapped up their extensive "This Is For" world tour with a series of concerts at Seoul's KSPO Dome.

In response to the reports, a representative from JYP Entertainment issued a statement to South Korean media outlets. The statement clarified that the group is currently in the process of discussing contract renewals. The agency assured that an update would be provided once the matter is finalized.

Tzuyu herself recently garnered attention for covering Singaporean singer Stefanie Sun's song "First Day" during a festival held in Taiwan.

“

Twice is currently in the period of discussing contract renewals. We will provide an update once the matter has been finalised.