Heo Young Ji from KARA is parting ways with DSP Media after a decade together, marking a new chapter in her career.

On September 5th, Heo Young Ji posted on her social media, "I am leaving DSP, which has been with me for 10 years, to start a new journey."

She added, "DSP has been a precious company that shared all the moments of my 20s from the very beginning. It will always be a cherished company for me," sharing her heartfelt feelings about the agency.

Heo Young Ji also expressed her gratitude, saying, "Thanks to everyone’s support and love, I will come back as an even better version of myself."

Earlier that day, DSP Media confirmed the end of their exclusive contract with Heo Young Ji. DSP stated, "The exclusive contract period with Heo Young Ji, who has been with us for 10 years, has concluded."

They continued, "We sincerely thank Heo Young Ji for bringing positive energy both on and off the stage as our artist, and we will support her future endeavors."

Heo Young Ji joined KARA in 2014 and has been active not only as an idol singer but also as an actress in dramas like 'Another Miss Oh' and 'Moment at Eighteen.'

KARA celebrated their 15th debut anniversary in 2022 with the special album 'MOVE AGAIN' and made a full-group comeback after seven years. They also released a new single 'I DO I DO' in July.

Last month, KARA held solo concerts titled 'KARA THE 5th JAPAN TOUR 2024 "KARASIA"' in Tokyo on the 17th-18th and in Osaka on the 24th-25th, meeting with fans.

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Former AOA member Kwon Mina has shared a deeply emotional and heartbreaking update with her fans.

On January 20, Kwon Mina took to Instagram to reveal some difficult news. "I have some upsetting and heartbreaking news to share", she wrote, explaining that her dog, Mochi, had been diagnosed with malignant cancer.

She shared that a lump had been growing on her dog’s leg for years, and despite undergoing several surgeries, it kept coming back. Sadly, the latest diagnosis confirmed it was cancerous.

Kwon Mina’s post continued, "The pain is expected to get worse, and the doctor told me to prepare myself to say goodbye to Mochi, as she will suffer a lot."

She added, "Today, I can’t stop crying, and my heart feels like it’s breaking. I’m looking into options like anesthesia, euthanasia, and funeral arrangements so that she can pass without pain."

She reached out to her followers for advice, asking, "If anyone knows a better solution, please let me know."

Kwon Mina debuted in 2012 as a member of the popular girl group AOA. The group achieved great success with hits like "Heart Attack," "Bingle Bangle," "Like a Cat," and "Miniskirt".

However, in 2020, Kwon Mina opened up about being bullied by her AOA members, leading to the group’s eventual disbandment.

In a more positive update, Kwon Mina also announced on January 15 that she has started a new chapter in her career.

She will be working as a consultant at a dermatology clinic near Sicheong Station, which is set to open in March, signaling her fresh start after a difficult year.

Fans have rallied around Kwon Mina with messages of support as she navigates this emotional time.

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