K-pop agency ends legal battle with former idol trainee; VCHA rebrands as 4-member GIRLSET

JYP Entertainment has officially reached a settlement with KG Crown, a former member of its U.S.-based girl group VCHA, following her child abuse lawsuit filed in the United States last year.

Mutual Agreement to End Contract

On August 8, JYP and KG released a joint statement confirming the end of their legal dispute:

"JYP America and KG Crown have amicably agreed to terminate her contract as a member of VCHA. Both parties wish each other well in future endeavors."

The resolution came after a mediation session held at the California Superior Court. Reports indicate that the court referred the case to mediation, where many of JYP's positions were accepted. As a result, KG agreed to withdraw her lawsuit, and JYP raised no objections to the settlement.

Background of the Lawsuit

In May 2024, KG filed a lawsuit against JYP USA, accusing the company of promoting disordered eating and contributing to self-harm among trainees. She also criticized the agency's financial structure and broader issues within the K-pop system.

JYP USA had strongly denied the claims, calling her public statements "false and exaggerated."

Group Restructuring and Rebranding

Following the departure of KG and another member, Kaylee, JYP rebranded VCHA as GIRLSET. The new 4-member lineup—Lexi, Camila, Kendall, and Savanna—is set to continue promotions under the updated group identity.

GIRLSET is scheduled to make their re-debut with the single "Commas" on August 29.