This year was a total roller coaster of ups and downs.There are many valid reasons to say why 2022 is the first year for kpop. Not just for some out of the mind songs or for idols leaving the group and their companies or group disband but also for deaths and long time hiatus (breaks).Controversys were on the top of this year let it be for idol dating or break up or idols saying something irrelevant.
Let's know some of the talked about proofs of 2022 worst year for k-pop.
OMEGA X and spire entertainment CEO
In a video shared by , SBS News revealed video footage taken from the night when Spire Entertainment‘s CEO Kang Seong Hee verbally and physically abused OMEGA X, especially member Jaehan.
On Nov. 30, HyunA shared a post on Instagram announcing the breakup with k-pop singer Dawn after 6 years of dating.. She shared on her Instagram that the couple broke up but decided to remain good friends and moving forward. They both also thanked fans for love and support.
Kim Seok-jin has officially enlisted in the South Korean military to complete the country’s mandatory service requirement for men over the age of 18.
The dates of other members military enlistment has been announced.
Leo announce leaving TRANNIE A
For a long time Leo has not been as active as the other members.yet With the group documenting their journey to debut, fans were shocked when Leo shared his honest feelings with the member and fans that he is leave the group because of the pressure and stress.
BlockBerry Creative has announced that Chuu has been kicked out of LOONA due to verbally abusing and poor behavior toward their staff.
NMIXX former member Jinni was a trainee under JYP Entertainment for about 6 years. She was one of Kpop group members who trained the longest and the second NMIX member after Lily .she has stepped back from the spotlight, all the years of dream, passion, and hard work. While Jinni leaving NMIXX and JYP made fans believe that the signs have been there.
Garam was kicked out of LE SSERAFIM
Kim Garam has made her first statement since leaving LE SSERAFIM, which HYBE has shared a brief response . Garam would have her contract terminated for bulling acquisition..
Le Sserafim would continue with just members Sakura, Chaewon, Yunjin, Kazuha, and Eunchae
Yedam and Mishiho left TREASURE
Yedam wanted to pursue his career as a producer.
Bang Ye dam can pursue his career as a producer,” YG added.
Mishiho could have enough time to recover from his health condition, YG added.
“We have reached the decision that Ji-yoon needs to be in an environment where she can focus on her mental health above all else and that she should continue to focus on receiving treatment,” IST Entertainment
PLEDIS Entertainment announced that Jang Gyuri will be leaving fromis_9 since her original contract with her former agency has expired, and she has not signed a new contract with PLEDIS Entertainment. Going forward, fromis_9 will be an eight-member group.
Girl group bugAboo has officially disbanded, a year and 2 months after their debut. The group just made a comeback in June 2022 but no one knows the reason for this shocking announcement
Denise announced on her Instagram that her contract with Vine Entertainment had concluded on February 1, 2022 and she had left the company and group.
Heo Chan leaving this group comes after he was caught driving under the influence of alcohol. In late September, the idol was suspended from any upcoming group and individual activities. He didn't want to harm the group's reputation.
Son Naeun had recently joined YG Entertainment as an actor. She was supposed to join Apink in the group activities but due to the immense clashes in the schedules, she was unable to keep up with the load. That's why she left the group, Son Naeun and Apink are determined to continue to remember each other and support each other.
Jian and Huiyeon left LIGHTSUM.
The label didn’t state the reason for the member change or whether Huiyeon and Jian would remain with the label
While JR, Aron, and Ren will leave the company, Baekho and Minhyun have decided to renew their contracts. The band made their debut in 2012. the member pen down a heart warning hand written note for the fans.
Rumors have been circulating online as someone claiming to be his ex-girlfriend said that he cheated during their relationship, and verbally abused her. These were so high on the net that it was giving the entire group back flash that's why not to harm the reputation of the group Ravn took this hard decision .
CUBE Entertainment announced CLC's disbandment by issuing a statement explaining the end of their contract. The reason was members slowly started to leave the group one by one and it was left with almost none members
Lee Jihan died in itaewon tragedy .
The idol was known for his participation in the survival program “Produce 101: Season 2,” where he participated along with several Idols such as Park Heeseok, Jo Jinhyung and Kim Dohyun.
He unfortunately lost his life in that tragedy along with around 150 more people.
Somyi leaves DIA and group disband
“Somyi terminated her exclusive contract due to health reasons,” confirming Somyi’s departure in January from the label and the girl group.she continues her path for 18+ adult creator on PandaTV broadcasting jockey (BJ) under the name ‘Chomyi’—which many believe may be the exact reason behind her sudden contract termination.
Then the group disband in August: K-pop girl group DIA have announced that they will be disbanding after dropping their final album in August.
On January 28, 2022, after a year of no activities, and following the acquisition of DSP by RBW Entertainment on January 26, DSP Media announced that April has decided to disband after six years and go their separate ways. The decision was made after a long discussion and deliberation.
HOT ISSUE will officially be disbanded According to S2 Entertainment, they have been working with the group to try and find the direction and development they were aiming for, but ultimately decided to disband
The group couldn't have fan following that was the reason of disband.
The group disbanded just a few days before their 1 year anniversary.
After less than two years together, LUNARSOLAR has officially disbanded. disbanded for the termination of their exclusive contract, after “long discussions'' with the group.
Judy and Youngheun left BLACK SWAN
it announced that Judy and Youngheun would be leaving as they had "graduated" from the group.
The record label added that Judy and Youngheun had "decided to take a different path to fulfill their new dreams," and it wished to respect their decision.
Jisoo said, “Since we're starting the tour from Seoul, I kind of had the feeling that I had to do my best here, in my hometown,” adding, “thank you for coming and cheering for us, standing up the whole time. Thank you Blinks, I love you.” Fans were quick to realise that Jisoo's voice became heavier as she spoke.