On December 27, Woollim Entertainment shared that the exclusive contracts of four members of its girl group Rocket Punch—Yeonhee, Yunkyung, Sohee, and Dahyun—will officially end on December 31, 2024. The agency explained that after extensive discussions about the future direction of the group and the members' individual careers, both the agency and the members decided to part ways.
Woollim Entertainment expressed sincere gratitude to Yeonhee, Yunkyung, Sohee, and Dahyun for their hard work and dedication during their time with the agency. The company wished them success in their future endeavors and assured fans that they would continue to support the members as they pursue new opportunities in the entertainment industry.
"Hello, this is Woollim Entertainment.
We would like to inform you that the exclusive contracts of Rocket Punch members Yeonhee, Yunkyung, Sohee, and Dahyun will conclude on December 31. After extensive discussions regarding the future direction of the group and the individual members' careers, both the agency and the members have mutually agreed to end the exclusive contracts.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Yeonhee, Yunkyung, Sohee, and Dahyun for their time and efforts as artists under our agency, and we sincerely wish them the best for the future. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the fans who have continuously supported and loved the group, and we ask for your ongoing encouragement.
Thank you."
In addition to thanking the members, Woollim Entertainment also acknowledged the unwavering support of the fans who have stood by Rocket Punch since its debut in 2019. The agency expressed deep appreciation for the fanbase and encouraged them to continue showing their support as the members embark on new journeys.
The future of Rocket Punch as a group is now uncertain, with no official announcement about whether the remaining members will continue under the agency. Woollim Entertainment promised to provide further updates as the situation develops, leaving fans awaiting news on the next steps for both the group and its members.