Lee Soo Hyuk has officially begun a new phase in his professional journey by signing an exclusive contract with SARAM Entertainment. This marks his departure from YG Entertainment, where he spent more than eight years building his career. His move to SARAM places him among a lineup of prominent stars, including Park Gyu Young and Girls’ Generation’s Sooyoung. The news was made public through an official announcement on the agency’s Instagram page, drawing immediate attention from fans and industry watchers.
Lee Soo Hyuk initially joined YG Entertainment in March 2017 and remained with the company until recently. His exit aligns with YG Entertainment’s broader shift in business strategy. In January of this year, the label disclosed its decision to shut down its actor management division, choosing instead to concentrate fully on its music operations. The move followed reports that YG’s actor division had not delivered significant profits in recent years, prompting the company to double down on its strengths in managing K-pop artists and other musicians.
With this transition, Lee Soo Hyuk has found a new professional base in SARAM Entertainment. On July 14, the agency confirmed the signing, stating that they are committed to supporting him as he expands his influence both in South Korea and globally. SARAM emphasized the actor’s distinct appeal, citing his dual success as both a model and an actor. The agency also manages a number of high-profile talents, including Sooyoung, Gong Myung, Claudia Kim, Yoon So Hee, Lee Yeon Hee, Jung Gun Joo, and Jo Jin Woong.
SARAM’s welcoming message to Lee Soo Hyuk on Instagram suggested promising opportunities ahead. The actor is currently appearing in the drama S Line, where he stars alongside Arin and Lee Da Hee. With a new agency behind him, fans are looking forward to seeing how his career will evolve under SARAM’s guidance.
