13 Members of SEVENTEEN Officially Renew Their Contracts with Pledis Entertainment, United Together

Kapanlagi.com - Good news comes from the popular K-Pop group SEVENTEEN. All members of this boy group have officially renewed their contracts with Pledis Entertainment for the second time.

This important announcement was made directly by the group's leader, S.Coups, at their last concert of the world tour in Incheon. According to Soompi, the SEVENTEEN members agreed to stay together under the management of Pledis Entertainment.

This contract extension is in the spotlight because SEVENTEEN is known as a group that has remained intact since their debut in 2015. S.Coups revealed that the members went through in-depth discussions before reaching this agreement. For more details, check here about the facts of SEVENTEEN renewing their contract with Pledis summarized from various sources by Kapanlagi.com.

1. SEVENTEEN Officially Extends Group Contract for the Second Time

SEVENTEEN members mirror selfie in the studio (credit: X/pledis_17)

All members of SEVENTEEN have agreed to renew their contract with Pledis Entertainment. This decision marks the second extension for the K-Pop group.

This announcement was made by S.Coups, the leader of SEVENTEEN, during the concert SEVENTEEN WORLD TOUR [NEW_] ENCORE on April 5, 2026, at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium.

"As many of you may know, SEVENTEEN is approaching something important. We felt this was the right thing to share with you before CARAT LAND, so I’m speaking on behalf of the members," said S.Coups.

2. Emotional Announcement from S.Coups the Leader

S.Coups announced the contract extension news on stage at the concert. He admitted that he often reflects on the journey of 11 years with his group since their debut in 2015. He also emphasized that this announcement was intended to be shared with CARAT before the CARAT LAND event.

3. The Togetherness of Members Including Those in Military Service

Photoshoot of SEVENTEEN members (credit: Instagram.com/saythename_17/)

Although some members like Hoshi and Woozi are currently undergoing military service, the group's solidarity remains strong. S.Coups mentioned the presence of Jeonghan and Wonwoo at the event while expressing his longing for the absent members.

"At times like this, even though Jeonghan and Wonwoo are here, I wish Hoshi and Woozi could be here too," he said.

4. Staying Together Under PLEDIS Entertainment

Pledis Entertainment, the agency that manages SEVENTEEN, was founded in 2007 by Han Sung-soo. The name of the agency is inspired by the Pleiades star cluster, with the philosophy of nurturing future K-Pop idol stars to shine brightly. The agency is located in Yongsan Trade Center, Seoul, and now also manages the TWS group.

After long discussions, all 13 members of SEVENTEEN agreed to continue together under the same agency. They promised to move forward as one team with full strength.

"After having deep conversations among ourselves, all 13 of us decided to extend our contract. We will stay on the same ship and continue to paddle forward together with all our strength. Thank you," he added.

5. SEVENTEEN's Debut Journey

SEVENTEEN's compact pose (credit: Instagram.com/saythename_17/)

SEVENTEEN debuted on May 26, 2015, with the EP '17 Carat', after an exciting pre-debut journey through Seventeen TV. They are known for their three sub-unit structure (Hip-Hop, Vocal, and Performance) as well as their active participation in music production and choreography. SEVENTEEN also became the first male K-Pop group to debut with a one-hour live showcase broadcast.

6. Official SEVENTEEN FAQ on Contract Extension

1. When did all 13 members of SEVENTEEN renew their contracts with Pledis Entertainment?

All 13 members of SEVENTEEN renewed their contracts with Pledis Entertainment for the second time, with the announcement made on April 5, 2026, during the final concert of their world tour in Incheon.

2. Why did SEVENTEEN renew their contracts with Pledis Entertainment?

This decision was made after in-depth discussions among the members and was based on a strong commitment to continue creating together, as well as dedication to their fans, CARAT.

3. Who are the members of SEVENTEEN?

S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino are the members of SEVENTEEN.

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7. Dedication to CARAT and Upcoming Activities

The members of SEVENTEEN refer to CARAT as the biggest reason behind this contract extension, expressing their love for their fans. They promise to return soon as 13 members and diligently continue their unit and solo activities. SEVENTEEN will always be by CARAT's side, continuing to create and give their best.

8. Long-Term Commitment in the K-Pop Industry

The decision of the 13 members of SEVENTEEN to renew their contract is a testament to their long-term commitment in the K-Pop industry. It reflects a deep trust between the group and the agency, as well as a strong desire to stay together. This solidity serves as inspiration and hope for many other idol groups.

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