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BTS Encouraged to Follow BLACKPINK's Jennie and Establish Independent Label Amid HYBE Tensions

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In a surprising turn of events, fans of the global phenomenon BTS are advocating for the group to leave their current label, HYBE Corporation, and establish their own independent company. This call to...

In a surprising turn of events, fans of the global phenomenon BTS are advocating for the group to leave their current label, HYBE Corporation, and establish their own independent company. This call to action echoes the recent developments in the career of BLACKPINK 's Jennie , who has shown interest in pursuing more independent ventures. Growing Discontent with HYBE The relationship between BTS and HYBE has been under scrutiny since December 2025, when internal sources hinted at creative differences. HYBE, formerly known as Big Hit Entertainment, has been the powerhouse behind BTS's rise to global fame, but fans speculate that the group's artistic freedom might be stifled by corporate decisions. Notably, during a V LIVE broadcast on January 15, 2026, RM, the group's leader, subtly expressed frustrations regarding the label's control over their creative processes. Jennie's Independent Path BLACKPINK's Jennie, one of the most influential figures in K-pop , has reportedly been exploring o...

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