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ALPHA DRIVE ONE’s Geonwoo Sues Agency WAKEONE

Geonwoo from ALPHA DRIVE ONE has filed a lawsuit against his agency WAKEONE, raising concerns about artist management in K-pop.

Updated: Oct 26, 2026, 03:01 PM GMT-3
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Geonwoo from ALPHA DRIVE ONE has filed a lawsuit against his agency WAKEONE, raising concerns about artist management in K-pop.

Geonwoo, a member of the K-pop group ALPHA DRIVE ONE, has taken legal action against his agency WAKEONE. The lawsuit, filed on October 25, seeks to clarify the validity of his exclusive contract and his status as an artist. This move comes after Geonwoo has been on hiatus since April, following controversies surrounding his conduct.

The issues began earlier this year when Geonwoo faced criticism for alleged offensive remarks made during a filming session. Reports indicated that he unknowingly made inappropriate comments while his microphone was on, leading to backlash from industry insiders. As a result, he paused his activities with the group, which has since continued as a seven-member ensemble.

In response to the lawsuit, WAKEONE issued a statement acknowledging the ongoing legal proceedings but refrained from providing specific details. They requested understanding from the public regarding the situation.

This case highlights ongoing concerns about artist management and contractual obligations within the K-pop industry, as disputes like this can significantly impact both the artists and their agencies. Fans and industry watchers are closely monitoring the developments in this case.

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