The recent departure of Chunji and Ricky from TOP Media has marked the exit of all four members of TEEN TOP from the agency. On December 28, TOP Media officially confirmed that the exclusive contracts with Chunji and Ricky had expired. This follows the departure of Niel and Changjo, who left the agency two years ago after the expiration of their contracts.

TOP Media Confirms TEEN TOP Members’ Departure

The news was confirmed by TOP Media in an official statement.

“We are letting you know that our agency’s exclusive contracts with TEEN TOP’s Chunji and Ricky have expired,” the statement read. “We sincerely thank TEEN TOP’s Chunji and Ricky, who have grown together with us for a long time following their debut in 2019, and we ask that you continue to give them lots of love and interest in the future as well.”

Despite the members parting ways with TOP Media, the agency highlighted that TEEN TOP would continue their activities as a four-member group. Earlier in the year, TEEN TOP made a successful comeback, showcasing their resilience as a group even as individual members pursued different paths.

The departure of all members from TOP Media reflects the changing dynamics in the K-pop industry, where artists may choose to explore new opportunities or paths after the conclusion of their contracts. It also raises questions about the future direction of TEEN TOP and how the group, now consisting of Chunji, Ricky, Niel, and Changjo, will navigate their careers going forward. Fans of TEEN TOP are likely to be curious about the group’s plans for new music, performances, and any potential collaborations in the coming months.

As the K-pop landscape continues to evolve, the departure of TEEN TOP’s members from TOP Media serves as a notable development, prompting discussions among fans and industry observers about the challenges and opportunities that artists face in the ever-changing entertainment landscape.