According to media outlet reports on December 30, actor Kang Dong Won has decided to part ways with his long-time agency, YG Entertainment, after promoting as a label artist for 7 years. 

Once his current contract with YG Entertainment expires, Kang Dong Won will be a free agent, seeking out a new agency to continue his promotions in 2023. 

Meanwhile, Kang Dong Won signed on as an artist with YG Entertainment in 2016. He then renewed his contract in 2020 and 2021, most recently starring in the film 'Broker' alongside Song Kang Ho and IU.