Jihyo is in discussions for contract renewal with JYP and promises fans, "I will share news soon."

TWICE member Jihyo directly shared her feelings with fans amid ongoing contract renewal discussions with JYP Entertainment. On the 28th, Jihyo acknowledged fans’ concerns regarding her contract through a fan communication platform. She said, ″I could just have casual conversations with ONCE (the fandom name), but continuing conversations as if nothing is wrong still feels heavy on my heart,″ adding, ″I will resolve and organize things well so that ONCE doesn’t have to wait too long and can receive news quickly.″ She continued, ″As the main subject of my life, I will carefully and wisely consider and make my choice.″ She also stated, ″I sincerely love and cherish the team TWICE, and I believe ONCE will understand well with just that feeling.″ Jihyo greeted fans, saying, ″I will come back when I can casually chat and joke during everyday conversations. Sleep well, eat well, rest well, and I am overcoming everything well. Thank you always.″ JYP Entertainment released an official statement saying, ″Currently, TWICE is in the period of contract renewal discussions, and careful deliberations are ongoing.″ All TWICE members renewed their contracts in 2022. Recently, there were reports that Jihyo is ending her exclusive contract with JYP Entertainment and preparing to establish a one-person agency, and it was also reported that group activities of TWICE will continue with JYP separately from individual contracts. Additionally, news emerged that member Jeongyeon held a meeting with Bareun Entertainment, and it is known that Tzuyu and Chaeyoung are also in discussions with JYP. Jihyo joined JYP as a trainee in 2005 and debuted as the leader of TWICE in 2015. Including her trainee period, she has been with JYP Entertainment for over 20 years.