On January 5 KST, HYBE Labels subsidiary BeLift Lab released an official statement regarding the upcoming girl group I'LL-IT's future plans.

The label stated on this day,

"Hello. This is BeLift Lab.

We would like to notify you of I'LL-IT's plans to debut as a 5-member group.

After much time spent discussing her future promotion plans, BeLift Lab and I'LL-IT member Youngseo have come to an agreement to end her exclusive contract. As the decision was made through mutual agreement with consideration for the wishes of the artist, please refrain from any speculations or misunderstandings regarding the development. BeLift Lab will cheer on Youngseo's future with sincerity. 

As a result, I'LL-IT will debut as a 5-member group. BeLift Lab promises to support I'LL-IT's debut and promotions with full effort.

Thank you."

I'LL-IT is a girl group created through the JTBC survival program, 'R U Next?'. A total of six contestants were ultimately chosen as members of the winning group, including Wonhee, Youngseo, Minju, Iroha, Moka, and Yuna. 

Youngseo, a popular trainee loved by fans, finished second place overall on the survival program.