SHINee’s Taemin is starting a new chapter in his career.
According to an exclusive report, the K-pop star has signed an exclusive contract with Galaxy Corporation, the agency that currently represents G-Dragon.
The move comes shortly after Taemin ended his contract with Big Planet Made Entertainment, marking a major shift in his management and future activities.
Taemin Joins Galaxy Corporation
On March 11, reports revealed that Taemin recently finalized his contract with Galaxy Corporation, a company that has been expanding its artist lineup in recent years.
The agency currently represents several high-profile figures including G-Dragon, Kim Jong Kook, and legendary actor Song Kang Ho.
With Taemin joining the roster, the company is expected to further strengthen its presence in the entertainment industry.
Industry sources say Taemin will also continue working with several managers who previously worked with him at Big Planet Made Entertainment.
A New Start After Contract Dispute
Taemin’s move follows the termination of his contract with Big Planet Made Entertainment, the company led by CEO Cha Ga Won.
Reports suggested the contract ended early after issues including unpaid settlement payments reportedly exceeding 1 billion KRW.
Sources also claimed there were problems related to external business agreements made without Taemin’s consent.
After raising concerns about the situation, Taemin requested to terminate the contract, ending his roughly one year and ten months partnership with the agency.
Galaxy Corporation’s Growing Influence
Galaxy Corporation has been expanding its entertainment operations in recent years.
The company, which produced Netflix’s hit show “Physical: 100,” focuses on combining media, technology, and intellectual property in its entertainment projects.
In 2023, the company signed G-Dragon, marking its official entry into artist management.
Since then, the roster has continued to grow with the addition of stars such as Song Kang Ho, Kim Jong Kook, and now Taemin.
Taemin’s Career So Far
Taemin debuted in 2008 as a member of SHINee, the globally popular boy group created by SM Entertainment.
He later launched his solo career in 2014 with his first solo album “ACE.”
Since then, Taemin has successfully balanced both group and solo activities, building a reputation as one of K-pop’s most influential performers.
In March 2024, Taemin ended his 16-year contract with SM Entertainment, the company that had managed him since his debut.
He then signed with Big Planet Made Entertainment before eventually leaving the agency earlier this year.
Fans React to Taemin and G-Dragon Becoming Labelmates
News of Taemin joining the same agency as G-Dragon quickly spread across social media, with many fans calling it an unexpected but exciting development.
Some fans described the pairing as a major moment for the K-pop industry.
“K-pop fans never expected this crossover,” one post read, suggesting that the possibility of Taemin and G-Dragon collaborations could shake the industry.
Others celebrated the move as a powerful lineup for the company.
“Taemin and G-Dragon under the same label is a dream come true,” another fan wrote, while others called the new agency lineup a “power move” that could make Galaxy Corporation a major force in entertainment.
Many reactions were simply expressions of excitement, with fans posting messages like “This is huge,” “OMG,” and “wow.”
Some also highlighted the significance of two legendary performers sharing the same label, with one comment calling them “the best K-pop dancer and the king of K-pop.”
With two of the industry’s most influential artists now under the same agency, fans are already speculating about potential collaborations in the future.
What’s Next for Taemin
With his new contract at Galaxy Corporation, fans expect Taemin to expand his activities even further.
The company previously supported G-Dragon’s global comeback after his long hiatus, helping launch new music and international promotions.
Industry insiders believe Taemin may now have greater freedom for music production, global promotions, and creative projects under the new agency.
As one of K-pop’s most respected performers, many fans are eager to see what Taemin’s next era will look like.