Gunil Leaves Xdinary Heroes, Contract with JYP Entertainment Ends

Kapanlagi.com - Gunil officially departed from Xdinary Heroes, thus ending his exclusive contract with JYP Entertainment. This news was announced by the agency through an official statement on Thursday (13/8/2026).

JYP Entertainment stated that the decision was made after in-depth discussions with Gunil regarding "a certain issue" that has recently arisen. The agency deemed that continuing group activities with Gunil was no longer feasible, leading both parties to agree to terminate their collaboration as of the announcement date.

In its statement, JYP also expressed apologies to fans for this sudden news. The announcement confirmed that all of Gunil's activities with the group would cease starting the same day.

1. JYP's Decision and Immediate Impact

Gunil's Selfie Xdinary Heroes (credit: instagram.com/xdinaryheroes_official)

JYP Entertainment confirmed Gunil's departure from Xdinary Heroes effective Thursday (13/8/2026). The agency emphasized that the contract termination was based on a mutual agreement after internal discussions.

The agency stated that there was an in-depth discussion with Gunil regarding "a certain issue" before the decision was made. The details of the issue were not elaborated further in the announcement.

In addition to informing about Gunil's departure, JYP expressed apologies to fans for the sudden announcement. At the same time, no additional details were provided regarding the content of the discussions or any further actions.

2. Xdinary Heroes' Steps After Gunil's Departure

Xdinary Heroes will continue group activities with a five-member formation. JYP stated that Jungsu, Gaon, O.de, Jun Han, and Jooyeon will continue their activities as an active unit.

The agency is committed to providing full support so that the members can focus on their musical activities moving forward. This formation adjustment will take effect immediately following the official announcement.

With this change, all future agendas of Xdinary Heroes will be carried out by the existing five members. JYP did not specify changes to the schedule but emphasized the continuation of the group's activities.

3. Issues Arising Ahead of the Decision

This decision comes after allegations emerged in the online community implicating Gunil. An anonymous user claiming to be his ex-girlfriend uploaded a confession along with an audio recording, which is said to contain Gunil's harsh words towards the fans of his group.

In its statement, JYP did not elaborate on the details of the allegations and merely referred to it as "a matter" that had been thoroughly discussed with Gunil before the contract was terminated.

As of now, neither JYP Entertainment nor Gunil has provided a detailed response regarding the circulating allegations. No further information has been communicated other than the content of the official announcement.

4. Overview of Gunil's Role and Profile in the Group

Gunil, whose real name is Goo Gun Il, is the leader and drummer of Xdinary Heroes since the rock group debuted in December 2021 under Studio J, a sublabel of JYP Entertainment.

He was the last member to be introduced during the group's formation at the end of 2021. His position placed Gunil as one of the central figures in the early structure of Xdinary Heroes.

After his departure, Xdinary Heroes now consists of five members: Jungsu, Gaon, O.de, Jun Han, and Jooyeon. This new formation will serve as the basis for the group's future activities as confirmed by the agency.

(kpl/rsp)