Lee Chaeyeon from IZ*ONE signs an exclusive contract with DOD Entertainment, aiming for diverse activities and fan engagement.
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Lee Chaeyeon, from IZ*ONE, has signed an exclusive contract with the comprehensive entertainment company DOD. DOD announced today (12th) that they have released three profile photos of Lee Chaeyeon, stating, 'We have signed an exclusive contract with Lee Chaeyeon, who has a variety of charms. We plan to spare no effort in supporting her so that she can fully demonstrate her excellent abilities and continue her activities.' She debuted in the girl group IZ*ONE, formed through Mnet's 'PRODUCE48' in 2018, and was loved by K-POP fans for her outstanding dance skills and stage presence. Afterward, she released numerous hit songs as a solo artist in 2022, including 'HUSH RUSH' and 'KNOCK,' earning the title of 'Performance Queen.' Lee Chaeyeon is actively engaged in various fields, including music, variety shows, and acting, solidifying her status as an 'all-rounder artist.' In particular, she has been expanding her interactions with fans through her personal YouTube channel 'Charachar Cheyeon,' where she conducts talk content with various artists and holds diverse offline events. She is shining across genres and plans to continue her active activities through the exclusive contract with DOD. DOD's BTOB company, which signed the contract with Lee Chaeyeon, includes BTOB's Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik, and Peniel. Additionally, they are expanding into a global enterprise while encompassing various businesses such as music production and management IP commerce (B Factory) and live entertainment (Set the Stage).
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