The pink blood is truly with YoonA of K-pop girl group Girls’ Generation, also known as SNSD, as she signs with SM Entertainment for the third time!
On Wednesday, January 4, SM Entertainment announced that the idol-actress has renewed her exclusive contract with the agency. With this, they’ll be extending their 17-year partnership.
[UPDATE] SM Entertainment confirms Lim Yoona has renewed her contract with them for the third time
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— The Seoul Story (@theseoulstory) January 4, 2024
Moreover, reports claimed that the two parties smoothly ended up with an agreement that is based on the trust and confidence they have for each other.
“We plan to provide full support to Lim Yoona, who is actively working in various fields across dramas, movies, and on stage, so that she can shine even more and continue to be an artist who makes a global influence,” SM Entertainment said in a statement. To conclude their post, the agency also asked the fans to continue supporting the artist.
YoonA throughout the years
For those unaware, YoonA debuted as a member of the girl group Girls’ Generation in 2007. Widely known as the group’s “center,” the singer received love from both local and international fans for her unrivaled visuals.
In the same year, YoonA ventured into the world of acting by starring in a small role. In 2008, she bagged her first lead role in the KBS drama You are My Destiny. Since then, the idol-actress has proven that she can excel both on stage and on screen.
Among her remarkable dramas include The K2, Prime Minister & I, and Big Mouth. Recently, her latest drama, King the Land, secured her numerous awards including the 2023 APAN Global Star Award, Idol Champ Best Actress Award. Moreover, she also received the Idol Champ Best Couple Award, with her King The Land co-star Lee Junho.
Aside from being an idol and an actress, YoonA has also distinguished herself as a reliable host. Throughout her career, the Girls’ Generation member has hosted several shows including the MBC Music Festival, which she began hosting in 2015.
In 2024, she’ll be embarking on her YOOnite fan meeting, which will kick off in Seoul, South Korea. After that, the idol-actress will visit seven cities across Asia to meet her international fans. To note, this will be her first solo fan meeting after six years.
‘YOONA FAN MEETING TOUR : YOONITE in ASIA’
📆 공연 일시
📍 2024.01.06 – 07 SEOUL
📍 2024.01.13 HONG KONG
📍 2024.02.03 MACAU
📍 2024.02.04 TAIPEI
📍 2024.02.12 YOKOHAMA
📍 2024.02.24 BANGKOK
📍 2024.03.01 MANILA
📍 2024.03.29 JAKARTA#임윤아 #윤아 #LIMYOONA #YOONA #소녀시대… pic.twitter.com/DykMUGDeCg— Girls' Generation (@GirlsGeneration) December 4, 2023
Furthermore, she’s also expected to make her comeback on the big screen soon. Earlier reports claimed that she’ll be starring in the 2024 film 2 O’Clock Date. Although additional details about it are yet to be revealed.
Featured image: SNSD’s YoonA at the APAN Star Awards 2023. Credit: Facebook/Girls’ Generation