TEEN TOP will mark its comeback with only four members as TOP Media announced C.A.P’s departure from the group.
Multiple local media outlets cited the agency’s recent announcement regarding TEEN TOP’s leader’s removal from the boy group.
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C.A.P Leaves TEEN TOP Ahead Boy Group’s 2023 Comeback
Seoul Economic Daily and No Cut News Korea shared a copy of TOP Media’s official statement regarding C.A.P’s departure. According to the agency, the decision was made after discussing the matter with the other TEEN TOP members,
“After discussing with the Teen Top members, we have decided on the withdrawal of C.A.P [from the team],” it said, adding, “Once again, we deeply apologize for causing many people to concern over C.A.P's rash words and behavior. We also feel responsible for this situation and promise to do our best to manage our artists well.”
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It also confirmed that TEEN TOP would continue with its four remaining members: Chunji, Changjo, Niel, and Ricky. Meanwhile, details regarding the potential changes in the boy group’s comeback will be shared at a later date.
TEEN TOP has been gearing up ahead of its first comeback in 2020. A TOP Media source initially revealed to Xportsnews that the members gathered together to start plotting the band’s return.
C.A.P Sparks Controversy During Live Stream
C.A.P’s exit from TEEN TOP came days after he held a controversial live stream on YouTube. The ex-leader infamously used harsh words toward his viewers and called them out after they asked him not to smoke during a broadcast.
He also let go of a controversial statement about not wanting to do the comeback since his contract would end in July. He then told his viewers that TEEN TOP might be better if they go on without him.
The idol issued an apology statement after the controversy, with TOP Media sharing a separate statement to apologize for his words and action.
"Firstly, we apologize for causing worry to fans and many others with the unsavory speech and actions during C.A.P's live stream. C.A.P is currently deeply reflecting and regretting that he showed a side of himself that was so lacking,” the label said.
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