Every year, the K-pop industry welcomes a slew of new artists and admirers, as well as some heartbreaking disbandments. Most idols have a seven-year contract with their label, which has resulted in the “seven-year curse,” in which bands break up or have specific members leave after seven years. So, who are the K-pop superstars whose contracts are set to expire in 2022? Which groups are more likely to stick together, and which are more likely to break up? Here are five to keep in mind.

1. Twice

While the group’s accomplishments are impressive, many people are worried about Mina and Jeongyeon. Over the years, these two members have suffered from their mental health and have taken several hiatuses. Because of her panic and anxiety issues, Jeongyeon has been on hiatus since August 2021. As a result, fans are concerned that their contracts will not be renewed.

2. Day6

The group’s last project together was in April 2021, and while the members have worked as soloists and as a subgroup, their future as a whole group is still unknown. Furthermore, the abrupt departure of now-ex-member Jae on December 31, 2021, raised even more concerns and queries among supporters. Despite the singer’s declaration on Twitter that he would be taking a break, JYP Entertainment stated that Jae had really terminated his contract with the agency and will be departing the band, according to Yonhap News.

3. iKon

After forming their group on the survival show Mix & Match, iKon debuted under YG Entertainment in September 2015. The group has been very silent since March 2021, when they released a new digital song and competed in the competition program Kingdom: Legendary War in April of that year.