As singer-actor Lee Junho and JYP Entertainment part ways beautifully, the considerate process between them also grabs attention.

On the morning of the 20th, JYP Entertainment stated, "We would like to inform you that the exclusive contract with Mr. Lee Junho will end as of April 15. After deep discussions over a long time, both the company and the artist decided not to renew the contract," revealing their official position.

It is rare to formalize a "breakup" when there is still a month left until the contract expires. Usually, when the contract renewal between both parties fails at this time, actors or singers quietly look for new agencies or plan to establish their own management companies. However, in such cases, news such as "discussions with Agency A" or "having a meeting with Agency B" could leak out, resulting in articles being written. This process could also lead to unnecessary noise.

According to OSEN, Lee Junho has already decided not to renew his contract with JYP but has reportedly not engaged in serious meetings with other agencies or actively searched for a new agency. Typically, in the industry, it is possible to make prior contact with other companies three months before the formal contract expiration date.

Currently, many agencies are reportedly interested in Lee Junho, but he has taken a cautious approach and waited patiently. He has been thoughtful about JYP, with which he has spent 17 years since his debut, reaching success as a top actor.

The same goes for JYP, his original agency. Recently, as inquiries about Lee Junho's contract expiration and renewal have increased, it is reported that they announced the "end of the exclusive contract" as soon as possible to allow him to meet and find a new agency without burden.

On that day, JYP Entertainment stated, "Mr. Lee Junho has been working diligently in both singing and acting fields since debuting with the group 2PM in 2008. Based on a strong trust for each other, we have signed numerous renewal contracts, sharing the brilliant seasons of the artist. We sincerely thank Mr. Lee Junho for being a part of our company’s growth and journey for 17 years. Above all, we express gratitude to the fans who send countless love and support in response to Mr. Lee Junho's efforts. While the official contract will conclude, JYP Entertainment will always support Mr. Lee Junho's new challenges and brilliant paths. We also plan to continue overseeing Mr. Lee Junho's activities in Japan and will actively support future collaborations that may be necessary," expressing their sincerity.

Lee Junho also expressed, "I sincerely thank you for the unconditional support over the past 17 years. I will cherish the bond we've formed and the value of the support you have given as I move forward."

Meanwhile, Lee Junho held the '2025 Lee Junho FAN-CON 'Midnight Sun' in TAIPEI' at the NTU Sports Center 1F last month, recording a full house for every session. He then held the '2025 Lee Junho FAN-CON in SÃO PAULO' fan concert in São Paulo, Brazil, becoming the first Korean actor to appear on the Brazilian talk show 'The Noite.'

Along with this, he is set to release the Netflix series 'Cashier' this year and will return to drama as the lead in tvN's new work 'Taepung Sangsa.'

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