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Actors Seolhyun and Jung Somin are now free agents after their exclusive actress contract with the Korean entertainment agency IEUM HASHTAG has officially ended. The agency confirmed the news on October 24, 2025, stating they will continue to support both actors in their future endeavors. This development follows weeks of speculation and marks a significant shift for the talent management company.
A Series of High-Profile Departures from IEUM HASHTAG
The departure of Seolhyun and Jung Somin continues a trend of prominent actors leaving IEUM HASHTAG. The agency, which was founded in 2022 with star actor Jun Jihyun, has seen several key figures move on. Seolhyun had signed with the agency in 2022, followed by Jung Somin in 2023. However, the agency’s landscape began to change when its founding member, Jun Jihyun, left to establish her own company, Peach Company. Following this, actor Kim Sohyun also parted ways with IEUM HASHTAG upon her contract’s expiration in July 2025, subsequently joining Jun Jihyun’s new agency. These successive departures have placed the talent management of IEUM HASHTAG under public scrutiny.
Seolhyun’s Potential Move to a New Agency
Speculation regarding Seolhyun’s status as a free agent began in September 2025, when Xportsnews exclusively reported that her contract was nearing its end. Now that her departure is official, industry sources report that Seolhyun is in advanced discussions to sign an exclusive contract with The Present Company. This agency is well-known for managing top talent, including actors Ahn HyoSeop and Shin SeKyung. A move to The Present Company would signal a new chapter in her career, aligning her with another powerhouse talent management firm.
Jung Somin’s Future as a Free Agent
While Seolhyun’s next steps seem to be taking shape, Jung Somin’s future plans remain under wraps. The actress is currently starring in the popular SBS Friday-Saturday drama “Universe Marry Me,” where she continues to receive positive reviews for her performance. As a highly sought-after free agent with a successful ongoing project, her next move is being closely watched by many in the Korean entertainment agency world. Her decision will likely have a significant impact on the industry landscape. The dynamic nature of these career shifts is a constant in the entertainment world, as seen when other actors make pivotal contract decisions. For instance, YeonJe Takes a New Leap as an Actress: Signs Renewal Contract with IOK Company, highlighting the varied paths artists can take. As Seolhyun and Jung Somin embark on new paths, their careers will undoubtedly continue to be a focus of public interest.
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