TWICE's Chaeyoung Departs JYP for Solo Career, Confirms Continued Group Activities

TWICE member Chaeyoung has announced her departure from JYP Entertainment after 14 years, opting to pursue independent music activities under her own label, 'LIL FANTASY.' This move allows her to freely explore her unique musical world while explicitly confirming her continued participation in TWICE group activities, ensuring fans will see both her solo and group endeavors.

Chaeyoung conveyed this news directly to her fans, ONCE, via social media on August 13, emphasizing her gratitude to JYP and TWICE members. The 'LIL FANTASY' concept is not new; her first solo album, 'LIL FANTASY vol.1,' released in September 2025, received international acclaim, appearing on year-end lists by Rolling Stone, Forbes, and Billboard, showcasing her potential as a solo artist.

Local bloggers highlight that this decision is not a group departure but a strategic move for independent solo work, allowing fans to see 'TWICE Chaeyoung' and 'solo artist Chaeyoung' simultaneously. The direct communication with fans through SNS was particularly noted as a thoughtful gesture, reinforcing that this is a new challenge rather than a sudden separation, with expectations for her unique artistic expression to deepen.