TWICE's Jeongyeon Departs JYP Entertainment to Join Baro Entertainment for Acting Career

TWICE member Jeongyeon has made a significant career move, departing JYP Entertainment after approximately 11 years. This change has generated buzz as she joins Baro Entertainment, an agency known for its actors, signaling her intention to expand into acting while maintaining her activities with TWICE.

Jeongyeon officially ended her contract with JYP Entertainment on August 10th and subsequently signed with Baro Entertainment, where her older sister, actress Gong Seung-yeon, is also managed. Baro Entertainment released new profile photos of Jeongyeon, showcasing a more mature, actress-like image with longer hair and natural styling, a departure from her idol stage persona. She is also confirmed to appear in the movie 'New Recruit: The Movie', marking her first step into acting.

Local bloggers highlighted the noticeable transformation in Jeongyeon's appearance and atmosphere following her agency transfer, noting her shift towards a refined, calm image. They expressed curiosity about her future endeavors as she balances her established career as a TWICE member with her new path as an actress, emphasizing that her commitment to TWICE remains unchanged.