The so-called "miracle of small-scale idols" seems to have hit a stumbling block. Rising global music sensation, the group FIFTY FIFTY, is embroiled in a contractual dispute with their agency Attrakt, raising red flags about their future activities.

News broke on June 28th that all members of FIFTY FIFTY had lodged an injunction against Attrakt, aiming to suspend their exclusive contracts. Represented by their legal counsel, the group members claimed that the agency had violated the contract and damaged the relationship of trust. Alleged breaches included opaque accounting practices and a disregard for the members' health in enforcing their activities. These were pointed out as reasons behind their application for the injunction.

The rift between FIFTY FIFTY and their agency Attrakt surfaced on the 23rd. At that time, the agency had alleged that external forces were approaching the members and encouraging them to violate their exclusive contracts, hinting at legal action. The controversy intensified when Attrakt named Warner Music Korea and an outsourced operating company as the forces attempting to illegally lure away the members.

In response, Warner Music Korea strongly rebutted the claims, calling them "groundless." FIFTY FIFTY, who had also sought to suspend their exclusive contracts with their agency, reiterated that the decision was made autonomously by the members without any external influence, thus rejecting the allegations of interference.

With Attrakt alleging attempts to poach members and even sending formal notices to prove their claims, and FIFTY FIFTY refuting these, the truth behind the situation remains a mystery. What's undeniable is the fact that the dispute is posing a serious obstacle to FIFTY FIFTY's future actions. Considering the stir FIFTY FIFTY created in the global market with their song 'Cupid,' this legal drama is indeed unfortunate, putting a brake on their planned activities.

Four months after their debut, FIFTY FIFTY achieved 17th place on the US Billboard Main Singles Chart 'Hot 100' and 8th place on the UK's Official 'Singles Chart Top 100' with 'Cupid.' The impressive performance of this new group, not even a year after their debut from a small-scale agency with no other artists, hinted at the possibility of another "miracle of small-scale idols."

The K-pop market, both domestically and internationally, had high expectations for FIFTY FIFTY's future. However, this crucial period has been marred by the unexpected contractual dispute. Given the forecast of a legal battle with their agency over the suspension of their exclusive contract, it's hard to predict smooth sailing for their future activities, making the situation even more regrettable.

The members of FIFTY FIFTY expressed their sentiments on the situation, stating they were well aware of how crucial this period was for them. However, they emphasized that their decision to challenge their agency came without any external pressure and was purely motivated by their desire to tread their path correctly. The focus remains on FIFTY FIFTY's troubled journey, despite the anticipation of their leap to global stardom. In order to green-light their path ahead, a quick and accurate resolution to the situation is urgently needed.

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