She is the most likely YG Entertainment artist to leave.

Lisa of BLACKPINK and YG Entertainment are said to have very different ideas about how to continue their contract.

A report from Munhwa Ilbo says that Lisa and YG Entertainment are talking about renewing their contracts.

Lisa's deal with YG Entertainment runs out in August 2023. But no deal has been made yet because the two sides have very different needs and wants.

Chinese sources also suggested to Munhwa Ilbo that Lisa's contract with YG Entertainment might not be renewed.

"We've been talking to Lisa and YG Entertainment to see if she can be on our show, but they've told us it's hard to talk about schedules after August because contract renewals are uncertain." — Source from China for Munhwa Ilbo

When Munhwa Ilbo asked YG Entertainment to speak on what the Chinese source said, the company did. Even though they didn't give a clear report on Lisa's contract renewal, they did say that the Chinese show's request had nothing to do with the renewal.

"It has nothing to do with her contract; it has to do with [BLACKPINK's] tour and her own plans."— YG Entertainment

YG Entertainment also gave Xportnews a simple comment about the renewal of BLACKPINK's contracts.

"We are in talks [with all members] about renewing contracts." — YG Entertainment

Munhwa Ilbo has also said that YG Entertainment's talks with Jennie, Jisoo, and Rosé to renew their contracts are going well, with sources saying that both the members and YG Entertainment have given in on some points in order to reach an agreement.

After YG Entertainment announces the state of each member's contract with the company, the direction of BLACKPINK's future plans should be clear.

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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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