K-pop girl group Red Velvet member Joy is in discussion with her agency, SM Entertainment, to renew her contract.
"We are currently discussing renewing our contract with Joy,” said SM Entertainment.
The agency made the statement after it was reported that Joy met with an actor management company ahead of the expiration of her contract with SM Entertainment.
“Positive vibes,” Joy posted on Instagram on Sept. 20.
Red Velvet member Joy (Instagram)
Red Velvet member Joy in Manila on Sept. 14 (Instagram)
On Sept. 22, Red Velvet’s X account posted a photo of Joy along with her schedule.
Red Velvet debuted in 2014 and celebrated their 10th anniversary this year. Among the members, Seulgi renewed her contract with SM Entertainment in August last year while Irene renewed hers in February this year. Yeri was added to Red Velvet in 2015.
According to Korean media outlet Star News, Joy publicly criticized SM Entertainment in June about their new music video. She also expressed frustration with the lack of promotions before the release of Red Velvet’s new album.
Red Velvet visited the Philippines and held their “Happiness: My Dear, ReVe1uv” Fancon Tour in Manila on Sept. 14 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
Red Velvet at their “Happiness: My Dear, ReVe1uv” Fancon Tour in Manila on Sept. 14 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.(Jonathan Hicap)