Break Contract, Rocky Leaves ASTRO And Fantagio
JAKARTA - A few days after the debut celebration, Rocky was announced out of ASTRO and his agency, Fantagio. This news was confirmed by the agency as well as explaining the K-pop group's plans for the future.
This is Fantagio. First we want to thank fans who give love and support to ASTRO," Fantagio said in a statement.
"After in-depth discussions with Rocky, who is a member of ASTRO for seven years, it was decided he would terminate an exclusive contract with our agency and activities as an ASTRO member," he continued.
The agency also thanked fans called AROHA for their support for Rocky while with ASTRO.
The agency also announced that ASTRO will start activities as a group of five members. But on the other hand, they will focus on solo activities and ongoing sub-units.
ASTRO akan berlanjut sebagai grup lima member dan bersama Fantagio, member akan fokus dengan unit dan aktivitas solo untuk sementara. Kami berencana untuk memberi dukungan agar member bisa aktif di berbagai area," kata Fantagio.
"We hope you can provide support to ASTRO members. Thank you," he added.
It is known that JinJin, Cha Eun Woo, Moonbin, and Sanha renewed their contracts with Fantagio last December. Meanwhile, MJ, who carries out military service, will discuss his contract after his obligations are completed.
With this, JinJin and Rocky subunits were declared disbanded. Meanwhile Moonbin and Sanha ASTRO focus on promoting subunits and Asian tours. Then Cha Eun Woo and Moonbin are busy with solo activities as actors.
Rocky is one of the ASTRO members who debuted in 2016. In addition, Rocky has been active as an actor where he starred in a number of drama titles. His name became increasingly highlighted when he confirmed his personal relationship with Park Bo Yeon.