On the 2nd, LIVEWORKS announced that the contract with Kim Dong-wan had expired and would not be renewed.
In a statement, both parties expressed, "We held long discussions and consultations before the contract expired, and we made this decision for the sake of our respective future development." LIVEWORKS also stated, "Although the contract between the agency and the artist has ended, we will continue to support Kim Dong-wan's activities as a member of Shinhwa in the future."
Following the successful conclusion of Shinhwa's 16th-anniversary concert "HERE" held on the 22nd and 23rd of last month, Kim Dong-wan will soon depart for Canada for short-term language studies. After returning to the country at the end of July, he will participate in commercial filming and preparations for Shinhwa's 12th official album.
During his time with LIVEWORKS, Kim Dong-wan appeared in several popular dramas and films, such as "Peak" and "Deranged." His identity as an actor has been gradually accepted by the audience, and his acting skills have received critical acclaim.
