VIVIZ has officially ended its exclusive contract with Big Planet Made Entertainment amid ongoing settlement-related disputes.
On the 8th, the group’s legal representative stated that the termination was due to issues including delayed settlement payments, lack of management support, and a resulting breakdown of trust. They added that the contract became ineffective as of March 4, 2026.
According to the statement, the company’s last settlement payment was delayed around November of last year, with no additional payments made since. It also claimed that a planned album release was canceled, fan meetings did not proceed, and some on-site expenses were covered personally by staff.
Despite the contract termination, VIVIZ reportedly completed previously scheduled activities through late last month in consideration of fans. Their representative noted that the group fulfilled these commitments voluntarily, even without contractual obligation.
The situation comes amid broader developments within Big Planet Made and its parent company, OneHundred Label. SHINee’s Taemin previously left the agency, while some members of THE BOYZ and artists including Lee Seung-gi, Lee Mujin, and BE’O have also been linked to contract disputes or termination discussions.
The company stated it is working to stabilize operations and support artists’ activities, but continued controversies have raised concerns over management practices.
Separately, reports indicate that chairman Cha Gawon is under investigation over allegations related to business dealings involving celebrity intellectual property. Reported damages are estimated at around 30 billion won.
With multiple contract terminations and ongoing disputes, scrutiny surrounding Big Planet Made Entertainment is expected to continue.