Former members of FIFTY FIFTY, namely Saena, Aran, and Sio, have joined a new company. Following the update, netizens have reacted on social media to the trio's future with their new agency and potential success in the K-pop scene.
On August 12, Korean news outlets reported that Saena, Aran, and Sio, had signed exclusive contracts with IOK Company's newly established label MASSIVE E&C. The three idols are expected to begin their activities as a new global idol group in 2024.
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Outlets also revealed that IOK intends to use this endeavor to increase its exposure across domestic and international music markets, as well as to strengthen its reputation as a significant player in the entertainment industry.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson from IOK Company released a brief statement expressing support and enthusiasm for Saena, Aran, and Sio's inclusion.
"We are planning to give our full support to the members, who have the skills and passion to achieve greater growth on the world stage. We will write another success story with them, who established the success of 'Cupid' in the global music market."
The news sparked discussion in a forum. According to the post, netizens expressed surprise at the update and speculated if the trio would be primarily promoting in the United States.
Read some of their comments below:
"Wow, there's actually a place willing to take them in."
"I can understand Aran, but all of them?"
"What in the world?"
"What will they do with them? It's not like they're popular and it's not like they have songs."
"When are they going to pay back everything?"
"So, they'll give up on Korea and just go for the US?"
Meanwhile, in a different thread and X (Twitter), some users expressed enthusiasm about the contract signing. They also hoped that more people would support the three idols after everything that had happened between them and their former agency ATTRAKT.
Some comments read:
"I'm so glad they're not giving up and I'll get to hear Sio and Aran sing again."
"Pretty shocking news. Glad I could hear their voices again, and genuinely hope they can ease their debts."
"I'm surprised that a company is even interested in taking them in, but congrats to them! Use the second chance wisely."
"Good luck to the girls!"
"Hopefully they give them good songs. I'm looking forward to listening to Aran's voice."
im in shock like legit i hope with everything in my bones my soul everything they are happy and safe now and will be forever i dont know what to say i only want good things to come from this lets be positive and happy!!! https://t.co/vSiZvyZwCN
