On April 2, 2025, Sports Donga reported that the iconic K-pop group TVXQ has renewed its contract with SM Entertainment, thereby extending their extraordinary 22-year collaboration with the label. Initially launched as a five-member ensemble, TVXQ now features two talented members: U-Know Yunho and Max Changmin.
In making this announcement, Yunho expressed enthusiasm about continuing their partnership with SM Entertainment, a relationship that has been integral since their debut. He reassured fans that they remain committed to delivering exceptional performances and demonstrating their love and gratitude to their supporters.
Reflecting on their journey, Changmin acknowledged the invaluable support and encouragement from SM Entertainment throughout the last two decades. He expressed hopes for a bright and successful future for TVXQ.
In an official statement, SM Entertainment commented:
“We are happy to work with TVXQ again. TVXQ is a legendary K-POP artist who has created SM’s history together, so we will actively support Yunho and Changmin’s wide-ranging activities in many ways.” (translated by Google)
In response to the contract renewal, fans took to social media to share their excitement. One fan highlighted their confidence in the duo’s ability to create more outstanding music.
“Yay, TVXQ is staying with SM Entertainment! More great music to come, I’m sure,”commented a fan on X.
The positive reactions continued on X, with one user expressing eagerness for the duo’s future accomplishments, while another referred to them as the “Kings of K-pop.”
“Wow, TVXQ and SM continuing their 22-year journey together is truly iconic…can’t wait to see what new heights Yunho and Changmin will reach!”exclaimed another fan.
“Y’all better accept the facts, they have been around for over a decade. Yunho and Changmin are very successful. Congratulations on your renewal with SM Entertainment,”wrote yet another fan.
“20+ years, and that’s what you call King of KPop,”reacted another fan.
Additional reactions on X expressed deep appreciation for the group’s loyalty to the agency that has supported their journey. Some fans emphasized that their main concern is TVXQ’s happiness and ability to pursue their passion.
“I love them and I love them even more for being loyal to a company that helped them achieve their dreams…just saying,”remarked one fan.
“I honestly don’t care about SM, all I care about is TVXQ being happy with what they do,”commented another.
“I’ve been with TVXQ/Tohoshinki for 8 years already, no regrets. Congratulations on your new chapter, love you,”said another fan.
About TVXQ: The Legendary K-pop Duo
Originally formed as a five-member group, TVXQ’s lineup included HERO Jaejoong, Mickey Yoochun, Xiah Junsu, Yunho, and Changmin. They gained prominence with their debut single “Hug,”released in 2004, which catapulted them to fame. Their subsequent albums, including Tri-Angle, Rising Sun, “O”-Jung.Ban.Hap, and Mirotic, solidified their status as K-pop legends.
In 2008, their album Mirotic won the Golden Disk Award for Album of the Year. Their fourth Japanese album, The Secret Code, released in 2009, further entrenched their dominance in the Japanese market.
Despite facing challenges when members Jaejoong, Yoochun, and Junsu left SM Entertainment, TVXQ made a comeback in 2011 as a duo with Yunho and Changmin. They launched their fifth Korean album, Keep Your Head Down, followed by successful Japanese albums Tone and Time, establishing themselves as top-tier touring artists in Japan.
In 2019, the group released their tenth Japanese album, XV, making history as the first foreign act to achieve six number-one albums on the Oricon Charts.
Looking ahead, TVXQ is set to perform their 33rd concert at the renowned Tokyo Dome in Japan from April 25 to 27, 2025.