Wendy and Yeri Departs from SM Entertainment, But Will Continue RedVelvet Activities
Red Velvet members Wendy and Yeri have officially ended their exclusive contracts with SM Entertainment. On April 4, SM Entertainment released a statement confirming the contract termination while reassuring fans that the two artists will continue group activities as part of Red Velvet.
SM Entertainment’s Statement
SM expressed gratitude for their time with Wendy and Yeri, stating, “The moments we shared with Wendy and Yeri, who debuted as members of Red Velvet and excelled in solo activities, brought us immense happiness. We will cherish all the memories we’ve built together and sincerely support their new journey.”
The agency also clarified that Wendy and Yeri will remain active in Red Velvet’s group activities under SM Entertainment, adding, “We hope fans will continue to look forward to the dazzling journey of Red Velvet.”
How Knetz Reacted to Wendy and Yeri’s Departure
Translation of Comments Regarding Wendy and Yeri Leaving SM Entertainment
- 10:18: “It seems like many SM artists are moving to new agencies for solo activities while continuing group activities together.”
- 10:20: “Wendy leaving is surprising, yet not too surprising. She’s talented, so I think she’ll do well wherever she goes.”
- 10:21: “I thought Yeri would join an acting agency, but Wendy’s leaving is unexpected. Is she planning to start her own agency?”
- 10:26: “I feel the most regret about Wendy leaving. I really thought she’d stay with SM. Maybe it’s because I love Like Water so much, but I hope she continues producing high-quality music even after leaving.”
- 10:32 (reply): “222. Her solo album quality has always been great, I often see a drop in quality of artists’ albums after leaving SM. I hope Wendy doesn’t experience that.”
- 10:27: “Wendy leaving is unexpected. I’m curious about her solo plans.”
- 10:28: “Wendy leaving is truly surprising.”
- 10:29: “SM always produced top-tier albums for Wendy, so her departure feels disappointing.”
- 10:38: “There were already rumors about Wendy leaving. She didn’t appear at SM concerts and didn’t participate in recent soundtracks either. While I respect her decision, as someone who loves Red Velvet’s music, I hope her new agency isn’t associated with MC Mong. If it is, group activities might become difficult. It’s sad because I love even their B-side tracks.”
- 10:33: “I’m really looking forward to Wendy’s solo work—hoping for some deep R&B tracks!”
- 10:34: “Wow.”
- 10:34: “I kind of expected this.”
- 10:45: “Where is Wendy going? Please, not MC Mong’s agency! I loved Like Water and her other songs so much.”
- 10:46: “I thought Joy would leave instead—this is unexpected.”
- 10:52 (reply): “22”
- 11:10: “I kind of expected Wendy to leave, but Yeri’s departure is surprising.”
- 11:19: “I thought Yeri would leave for acting, but Wendy leaving is unexpected. Still, I think she’ll do well wherever she goes.”
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