Seventeen Extends Contract with PLEDIS, Promises to ‘Sail Together’ Into New Era

SEVENTEEN Renews Contracts with PLEDIS Entertainment

SEVENTEEN has officially renewed their contracts with PLEDIS Entertainment, assuring fans of their commitment to “sail in the same boat and move forward together.”This announcement marks a significant milestone as all 13 members step into a new chapter as a unified group.

Announcement at the Concert Finale

The news was unveiled during the grand finale of their “SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] ENCORE”series at the Incheon Asiad Main Stadium, concluding a remarkable seven-month concert journey across the globe.

During this pivotal moment, group leader S. Coups addressed the enthusiastic crowd. He shared that after extensive discussions among the members, they collectively decided to renew their agreements with HYBE’s PLEDIS Entertainment. This announcement, reported by Inquirer, was greeted with resounding applause from their devoted fans.

A Commitment to Togetherness

S. Coups emphasized that the decision stemmed from heartfelt conversations, underscoring the team’s desire to “row together”and progress as one unit. This is SEVENTEEN’s second full-group contract renewal, following their initial early extension with PLEDIS in 2021, when all members opted to remain with the label before their original contracts lapsed.

At that time, both the group and the agency reiterated their mutual trust, focusing on creating compelling music and performances as a cohesive team.

Strengthening Their Legacy in K-Pop

This renewal solidifies SEVENTEEN’s standing as one of the few large K-pop groups to retain their complete lineup through multiple contract cycles without any members departing. The industry recognizes this accomplishment as a testament to their robust teamwork and enduring relationship with PLEDIS.

Future Plans and Fan Engagement

Post-encore shows, reports from PLEDIS and South Korean media indicate that the group intends to continue their activities after a brief hiatus. Members are expected to engage in a mix of group endeavors, solo projects, and smaller unit initiatives, as highlighted by SBS Star.

SEVENTEEN has consistently assured their fanbase, known as CARATs, of their ambition to remain a united 13-member group, and this contract renewal is regarded as a significant step towards fulfilling that promise. During the concert, the group expressed gratitude to fans, encouraging them to look forward to their return as a complete team once individual schedules are wrapped up.

Looking Ahead

Industry experts have noted the rarity of a group of SEVENTEEN’s magnitude achieving a second contract renewal without changes in their lineup. This speaks volumes about their deep-rooted camaraderie and cooperative spirit with PLEDIS. As they embark on this latest phase of their journey, the anticipation grows for upcoming releases and tours that are expected to carry forward the momentum from their recent world tour, as reported by Chosun.

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