The Return of the 'Oppas': EXO, INFINITE, and TEEN TOP Prepare for Comebacks After Years
The excitement of completing a puzzle by gathering its scattered pieces cannot be put into words. Teams that have been separated due to military hiatuses and different agencies are coming back together. This news brings joy to fans who have been waiting for their comebacks and fandoms that had little hope for full group activities. The 'Oppas' that ruled the 2010s are making their return.
Group INFINITE is establishing a new agency called 'INFINITE Company' and preparing for full group activities. 'INFINITE Company' is a company created by all members, including Kim Sungkyu, Jang Dongwoo, Nam Woohyun, Lee Sungyeol, L, and Lee Sungjong, to focus on INFINITE activities. Leader Kim Sungkyu is registered as the representative.
INFINITE members left their original agency, Woollim Entertainment, and joined different companies. It's common that a group cannot continue activities under their name when they leave their managing agency. INFINITE's ability to continue as INFINITE is due to the transfer of trademark rights from Woollim.
The members, celebrating their 13th debut anniversary this year, decided to gather their intentions for full group activities, and Woollim's representative Lee Jungyeop willingly transferred the trademark rights to INFINITE Company.
EXO, heralding the beginning of the third generation, is also preparing for a comeback. According to materials released by SM Entertainment, EXO is planning to return with their 7th full-length album in the third quarter.
TEEN TOP, who gained popularity with their appearance on YouTube channel 'Munmyung Special' and MBC's 'Hangout with Yoo,' is preparing for a full group comeback, targeting a July release. Their last album was 'To You 2020,' released to commemorate their 10th debut anniversary. TEEN TOP was expected to return to the stage after three years.
However, TEEN TOP's full group comeback has not been smooth sailing. The leader, C.A.P, was involved in a controversy involving smoking and cursing during a live broadcast. TOP Media announced CAP's departure from the group and termination of his exclusive contract, stating that TEEN TOP would be reorganized as a four-member group. TOP Media quickly resolved CAP's controversy, reorganized the team, and accelerated preparations for full group activities.
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