Taemin, member of the K-pop boy band SHINee, has revealed that he will be leaving SM Entertainment after a 16-year partnership with the agency. In a message to his fans posted on the fan community app Bubble, the singer confirmed that he made the decision to leave last year and has spoken with other SHINee members about his departure. Taemin expressed his gratitude to those who have supported him in the past and promised that better things are coming – both as a member of SHINee and as Taemin.
Rumors of Taemin’s departure from SM Entertainment began circulating after South Korean media reported that his contract would expire this month. Other reports suggested that he is considering signing with Big Planet Made, though no official confirmation has been released. Taemin’s confirmation comes after the news that his SHINee bandmate Onew is also expected to leave SM Entertainment when his contract expires later this year; however, the agency has stated that Onew’s future plans are still unconfirmed.
Onew has been on hiatus since June 2023 due to health issues and has been absent from the group’s recent activities, including promotions for their 2023 studio album ‘Hard’ and their ‘SHINee World VI: Perfect Illumination’ tour. Neither singer has announced plans for future musical pursuits, though fans around the world are sure to watch their next moves with interest.
With Taemin’s departure from SM Entertainment, many are speculating on what his next steps will be – whether he’ll sign with another K-pop agency, pursue solo work, or focus on other projects. One thing is clear, though: the singer’s departure marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new journey – one that fans can’t wait to see unfold
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