BTOB's Yook Sungjae signs with new agency: Check out statement
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Yook Sungjae, a member of the K-pop group BTOB, has inked an exclusive deal with IWill Media, a renowned media content production company. On Thursday, the company issued a statement, saying, "We have signed an exclusive contract with [Yook], a versatile talent active in music, acting, and variety." "We will provide unwavering support to ensure [Yook] can pursue his activities even more actively. Additionally, we will also proactively support his BTOB activities," it added.
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IWill Media's expansion into talent management
IWill Media, known for producing hit OSTs and dramas like Moon in the Day, May I Help You?, and Gold Mask, aims to expand its horizons by venturing into talent management and becoming a comprehensive entertainment agency. Signing Yook marks a significant step for the company as it explores new facets of the entertainment industry. This collaboration is expected to bring exciting developments for both parties involved.
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BTOB members join new agencies after Cube Entertainment departure
Following BTOB's departure from Cube Entertainment last month, Yook is the group's final member to join a new agency. In November, Changsub, another BTOB member, signed with Fantagio. On Monday (December 18), Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, and Peniel inked exclusive contracts with a newly established company. This signifies a fresh start for the popular K-pop group as the members continue their careers under different agencies while still maintaining their BTOB activities.