Yeri and Wendy
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Purple Velvet’s Wendy and Yeri have formally determined to not renew their contracts with SM Leisure.In an announcement on Friday, SM Leisure mentioned each Ok-pop powerhouses have determined to not renew their unique contracts for solo actions beneath the company. That mentioned, Wendy and Yeri will proceed to take part in Purple Velvet’s group actions beneath the company’s help.This announcement comes after Yeri sparked hypothesis about her future with SM Leisure by sharing a heartfelt message with followers the day earlier than. By her subscription-based messaging platform, the singer revealed that information concerning her and SM Leisure can be introduced the next morning. She famous that the information may not be optimistic. She additionally expressed her heartfelt gratitude to her followers.”Tomorrow morning, a bit of stories regarding me and my company might be launched… “I simply needed to inform you guys first quite than have you ever see it in an article and be stunned, so I got here to you first! So, what I imply to say is, my love for you’ll not change!” Yeri wrote.
The timing aligns with the staggered renewal schedules of Purple Velvet members, as Yeri joined the group later in 2015. Irene, Pleasure, and Seulgi have already renewed their contracts in recent times.Yeri’s relationship with SM Leisure has been beneath scrutiny in current months. She beforehand voiced dissatisfaction with the corporate throughout Purple Velvet’s “Cosmic” comeback in mid-2024, citing points akin to delayed music video releases and poor communication.Including to the uncertainty, Yeri has been specializing in solo initiatives exterior of music. She not too long ago accomplished filming for her first lead function in a function movie titled “Subsequent,” a mystery-horror film set to be launched later this 12 months.In the meantime, Wendy has thrived as a soloist and radio host, releasing profitable albums akin to Like Water (2021) and Want You Hell (2024).