Why do K-pop groups disband after 7 years?

Popularity is another keyword: many groups simply disband because they are not successful enough and either the idols or the agency come to the conclusion that it is not worth renewing the contract. Of course, there are also cases where the idols and the agency cannot agree on a new contract.
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Why K-pop groups disband after 7 years?

Much of their success, since then, has been in Japan. As a result of that case, the Korean Fair Trade Commission created a rule in 2009 limiting entertainment contracts to seven years. Basically, the seven-year curse is about groups deciding whether to renew their contracts and disband.
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What makes a K-pop group disband?

It's pretty common for members of groups to go solo after their contracts expire, or pursue new opportunities, like acting and TV hosting gigs. As a result, we've already lost some pretty major K-pop acts in 2022 - and there are a handful of groups with contracts set to expire later in the year.
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What is the lifespan of a K-pop group?

Originally Answered: How long does a Kpop group last? Usually Kpop groups last 7 years as many companies use this kind of time contract. It is called the 7 year curse.
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What do K-pop idols do after disbanding?

Some K-pop idols whose groups disband, either go solo, try in acting or other activities in the industry (variety shows,etc.). Or they might leave industry and lead a normal life in other jobs. While foreign k-pop idols mostly go back to their own country.
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Who is the Fakest K-pop group?

BTS is the fakest idols in kpop,said #1 closeted fan. BTS is the most transparent people on screen.
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What is 7 year curse in K-pop?

The "7 Year Curse" is a term that always comes up when a K-pop group disbands after several years in the music industry.
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Which K-pop group stayed the longest?

Originally Answered: Who are the K Pop groups that have been together the longest? #1 is Shinhwa. They're still together and have had no changes to their line up since they debuted in 1998, refusing to split even when offered lucrative solo contracts after their group's contract ended with SM.
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Who is the oldest group in K-pop?

1. SoBangCha. What is this? Although there probably aren't too many people around today who know about SoBangCha, let alone remember the group, SoBangCha debuted in 1987 making them the oldest (and first) K-pop group ever in history.
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Which K-pop group has longest contract?

1) SHINHWA

SHINHWA has been through several agencies, but the members are still together. Not only is it the longest running K-pop group, but they managed to accomplish the feat with no members changes; they debuted as 6 and are still together as 6.
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Is it true that BTS will disband in 2027?

BigHit has confirmed that their contract will expire in 2026, rather than 2020.
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Is BTS disbanding in 2026?

BTS will remain under their label Big Hit Entertainment through 2026, it was announced Wednesday (Oct. 17). The seven members of BTS — RM, Jimin, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jungkook and V — have renewed their contracts with Big Hit for another seven years, extending the current contracts that are set to expire next year.
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Why did BTS Army disband?

Talking on VLIVE, Suga along with J-Hope said, “Due to differences in our opinions and musical styles, we have decided to go our separate ways. Still, we agreed to cheer on each other's life.
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Is BTS will disband?

Still, the members of BTS made it clear the group is not disbanding permanently. RM stressed this break is temporary and will end with BTS reuniting as a seven-member group someday down the line.
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In which year Blackpink will disband?

Lisa Could Be a Solo Singer After BLACKPINK's Disbandment

In 2021, she released her solo debut “LALISA” with strong dance choreography combined with her rapping skills. She may also possibly be considered a dance mentor or anything related to choreography.
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What age do K-pop idols get married?

Typically, K-pop idols get married when they hit their early-mid 30s or 40s.
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Who is the Indian K-pop idol?

An 18-year-old from Odisha has become the first-ever K-pop artist from India. Sriya Lenka will be joining the South Korean girl group Blackswan, along with Gabriela Dalcin from Brazil.
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At what age do K-pop idols retire?

Depending on how old the idol was when the group debuted, they're usually somewhere in their 20s by the time their contract expires.
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Which is the youngest K-pop group?

Hi Cutie is the youngest K-pop group!

In terms of collective age, they average at just 12.6-years-old. The oldest member of this girl group was born in 2003 while the youngest in 2006.
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What was the first K-pop girl group?

First generation groups from the late 90's and early 2000's such as S.E.S., Fin. K.L, and Baby Vox are cited as building these foundations as the first successful all-female girl groups in Korea and through their participation in the first Hallyu Wave.
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What do K-pop idols do on their period?

They mostly use tampons or menstrual cups over pads for their schedules, so that they can freely move around, especially while performances. They tend to take hormonal pills to avoid getting menses so that it does not affect their already designed appear.
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When did BTS retire?

Bangtan's contract will end on June 13, 2027, it started in 2019 and it has been 2 years since. The remaining five years could define their career in the future, because in addition to pausing their activities if they go to military service, they may or may not renew it again.
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What year did EXO disband?

The band is said to be having a 10-year contract, the band was formed in 2012, so it is clear that the Contract end date of the EXO band is 2022, despite the fact that the EXO member's contracts do not expire until 2022, Radio Star MC and Mystic Entertainment CEO Yoon Jong Shin urged Chen to begin planning for a ...
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Which K-pop band came to India?

The most recent K-Pop group to perform in India is KARD. The four-member quartet performed in Delhi and Guwahati in July 2020. As part of their 'Play Your KARD Right' tour, the South Korean band performed at Talkatora Indoor Stadium in Guwahati. They even danced on Kartik Aaryan's song 'Bom Diggy Diggy.
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