Stray Kids has renewed their contract with JYP Entertainment.

On the afternoon of July 18, JYP Entertainment announced, "Ahead of the expiration of their exclusive contract early next year, all members of Stray Kids—Bang Chan, Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N—have completed their contract renewals. Stray Kids, an artist group demonstrating unique music and performance power in the global music market, and JYP, which has led and planned their growth trajectory, have renewed their contract based on strong mutual trust and a shared high vision."

The news of Stray Kids' contract renewal surprised Korean netizens and fans. Many were taken aback by how quickly the group seemed to be preparing for this milestone. Korean netizens and fans commented:

"It's been already 7 years?"

"Wow, Stray Kids debuted 7 years ago? Time flies... congrats..."

"I am looking forward to more awesome promotions..."

"Congrats."

"I like Stray Kids."

"I guess they have excellent teamwork because they all renewed their contract."

"I want to see them for a long time."

"Congrats. How long did they renew for?"

"I think they renewed for 4 years?"

"I love them."

"Hope they last for a long time."

"Congrats to all the members who renewed."

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