BLACKPINK Jisoo Rumored to Sign With G-Dragon's Agency— Galaxy Corporation Responds
Recently, there were rumors that BLACKPINK member Jisoo was signing with G-Dragon's current agency for her solo endeavors. The agency, Galaxy Corporation, has since commented on the rumors. Keep on reading for all the details.
Galaxy Corporation Responds to Rumors Concerning BLACKPINK Jisoo
Word has gone around that BLACKPINK member Jisoo will be signing with Galaxy Corporation, the agency that currently houses BIGBANG member G-Dragon.
BLACKPINK Jisoo Rumored to Sign With G-Dragon's Agency— Galaxy Corporation Responds
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Following the rumors, South Korean news outlet iMBC Entertainment News reached out to Galaxy Corporation to verify if the rumors were true or false. The news outlet stated, "We recently reached out to Galaxy Corporation to fact-check after receiving a tip that they have completed signing a contract with Jisoo."
An official from the agency responded to the rumors, stating, "It is not true. We told you it is not true. It is not like that." The flippant way the agency responded to the news site has caused confusion among internet users, who noted the label's discomfort at the rumors.
BLACKPINK Jisoo Rumored to Sign With G-Dragon's Agency— Galaxy Corporation Responds
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Usually, the process for A-list stars to change agencies is very complicated. This is especially true for members of idol groups, as they need to take into account group promotions with other agencies on top of managing their individual activities. It requires various steps, and the parties involved may need to change their decisions in an instant.
Regardless of whether the contract signing was successful or not, this major business deal attracts much attention from the public, leading many to anticipate Jisoo's solo career.
BLACKPINK Jisoo Rumored to Sign With G-Dragon's Agency— Galaxy Corporation Responds
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When asked if it was true that they sent a love call to Jisoo, Galaxy Corporation only gave a vague response. They told news outlets, "We have been asked this many times. However, it is not true. We will inform you if this does happen."
The outlet then asked, "Do you mean the company will make a clear official announcement to clarify the situation later on?"
BLACKPINK Jisoo Rumored to Sign With G-Dragon's Agency— Galaxy Corporation Responds
To this, Galaxy Corporation responded, "No, we already told you that it is not happening; that means we are not going to release an announcement, right? If we receive such information, we will contact you. For now, it is not true."
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BLACKPINK Jisoo Recent Activities
Along with her bandmates, Jisoo was invited by King Charles III as an Honorary Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) on November 22, 2023, at a special investiture held at Buckingham Palace. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was also present.
BLACKPINK Jisoo Rumored to Sign With G-Dragon's Agency— Galaxy Corporation Responds
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On December 5, YG Entertainment announced that Jisoo and the other members of BLACKPINK had extended their contracts for group activities and that negotiations were still ongoing regarding the members' individual contracts. On December 29, YG Entertainment subsequently verified that Jisoo and the other members of BLACKPINK had decided against moving forward with a contract with the label for individual endeavors.
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