Kim Ji Won is expected to find a new agency.

According to a report on Spotify News on the 5th, Kim Ji Won is discussing an exclusive contract with History DNC.

Kim Ji Won's contract with his former agency, Salt Entertainment, expired in June. Since then, Kim Ji Won, who has been thinking about where to go, is said to be discussing an exclusive contract with History DNC.

History DNC is also the agency of Song Joong Ki, who co-starred with Kim Ji Won in the tvN drama 'Arthdal ​​Chronicle'.

In 'Arthdal ​​Chronicle', attention is also focused on whether the two people, who have well conveyed the tricky story of the fateful story of heroes in an ancient city with their high-density acting skills, can eat a bowl of rice at the same agency.

Kim Ji Won debuted in a CF in 2010 and performed 'High Kick! Short-legged counterattack', 'The Heirs', 'Descendants of the Sun', 'Fight for My Way', and 'Arthdal ​​Chronicles'.

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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