Kep1er's Xiaoting to rejoin bandmates on group activities after ending contract with Chinese agency; 'in discussions' with WakeOne for solo plans
Kep1er's Xiaoting is set to officially resume her activities as a member of the girl group. Her contract with Chinese agency has recently expired and she is currently discussing her solo plans with WakeOne.
Kep1er member Xiaoting is all set to rejoin her bandmates. As per the latest updates, her contract with her Chinese agency has recently ended. She is now also negotiating with WakeOne and Klap Entertainment to discuss her solo plans outside of the group.
According to K-media reports on January 10, the Korean agencies confirmed that Xiaoting is all set to return to Kep1er. WakeOne and Klap Entertainment issued official statements confirming that her contract with the Chinese agency ended on January 1.
"Due to her strong wishes and our active support, she will soon rejoin Kep1er as a member," said the agencies. They also added that the K-pop idol has been in active discussions with Kep1er's agencies regarding her solo plans outside of group activities. Since her contract with TOP CLASS Entertainment has expired, her upcoming solo schedule is likely to be managed by WakeOne and Klap Entertainment.
Xiaoting went on a brief hiatus from K-pop activities for her solo promotions in China under TOP CLASS Entertainment. She has now returned to Korea and will join her bandmates for Kep1er's performance at the SuperSound Festival in Macau on January 18.
On the work front, Kep1er is currently preparing for their first-ever global fan-con tour, BEYOND THE STAR. The group will kick off the event with two performances on February 15 and 16 in Seoul. Afterward, they will meet fans in Yokohama, Taipei, and Macau.
On November 1, 2024, the group made their highly anticipated comeback with their sixth mini-album, TIPI TAP. The album featured a total of five songs, including the title track of the same name. Last year, Kep1er underwent a major lineup change. In July, all members except Yeseo and Mashiro renewed their contracts. The two parted ways with the group and, in September, debuted as part of the rebranded girl group MADEIN.