Former Fourth-Generation Idol Says She Received No Income During Career

A former member of a top K-pop girl group has spoken about allegedly receiving no income during her years as an idol. Her comments have drawn attention to the financial arrangements between performers and their agencies.

According to the report, the idol said she was not paid despite the group’s success. The source describes her as a beloved fourth-generation girl group member and says she accused her company of financial abuse. The report does not identify the idol, group, or agency.

The account also references an earlier statement that she had completed six years since debut without earning income. Elsewhere, the source says she has been active for eight years, creating an unclear timeline. No further details about contracts, payments, or the company’s response were provided.