URGENT UPDATE: Fans of the Japanese girl group ME:I are reeling from a shocking announcement as LAPONE GIRLS confirms major lineup changes just ahead of the New Year. On December 22, the agency revealed that the contracts for four members—Ran, Cocoro, Shizuku, and Kokona—will end on December 31, 2024, leaving the group with only seven remaining members.
The announcement has left fans with less than two weeks to prepare for the departure of these beloved members. LAPONE GIRLS issued an apology for the sudden news but did not provide specifics regarding the members’ final activities or future promotions for ME:I. This lack of information has heightened uncertainty and concern among the group’s dedicated fanbase.
Earlier this year, three of the four departing members—Cocoro, Ran, and Shizuku—paused their activities due to health issues, while Kokona continued to perform with the group. Speculation is rife among fans, particularly regarding Shizuku, whose previous rule-breaking incident, reported in October, may have influenced the group’s restructuring.
With the clock ticking, fans are eager for clarity as they brace for the imminent changes. The emotional impact of this announcement cannot be understated; many fans are now racing against time, hoping to express their support and bid farewell to the departing members before the New Year.
As ME:I prepares for this significant transition, fans are left wondering what this means for the future of the group. Will LAPONE GIRLS introduce new members or change the direction of ME:I’s activities? The answers remain unclear as the agency has yet to share any plans for the group moving forward.
Stay tuned as we continue to monitor this developing story and provide updates on ME:I’s lineup changes and the future of the group.
