Breakup buzz swirled around K-pop’s favorite couple this week — but their agencies just shut it down, hard. Chaeyoung and Zion.T publicly confirmed their relationship in April 2024 and have maintained an open romance for over two years. But on August 14, 2026, a local media outlet citing an industry source reported that the two had broken up, claiming they “grew apart due to their busy schedules, and the relationship ran its course.”
The Official Statement
The response came fast. Representatives initially said it was difficult to confirm since it involved the artists’ private lives, but a few hours later both agencies released a joint statement calling the breakup rumors “completely groundless.” After confirming directly with the artists, the statement verified that the two are still continuing their beautiful relationship with positive feelings toward each other. PEP.phSoompi
The agencies didn’t stop at denial, either. They warned of strong legal action against the distribution of false information and said they would continuously monitor content to protect the artists’ reputations from groundless or malicious posts. Mediafine
Why Now? The Timing Explained
The rumors surfaced just a day after Chaeyoung announced her departure from JYP Entertainment on August 13, 2026, to pursue solo activities — though she confirmed she’ll continue participating in TWICE’s group promotions. As part of that transition, Chaeyoung has also launched her own independent label, LIL FANTASY, with both agencies asking fans to support her new, more independent career chapter.
TWICE: Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Couple | Chaeyoung (TWICE) & Zion.T |
| Relationship Confirmed | April 2024 |
| Rumor Sparked | August 14, 2026 |
| Agencies’ Verdict | Breakup rumors are false |
| Recent Career Move | Chaeyoung launches “LIL FANTASY” label |
| Legal Action Threatened | Yes, against false reports |
Chaeyoung debuted with TWICE under JYP Entertainment in 2015, while Zion.T debuted as a hip-hop and R&B artist in 2011. TWICE remains one of K-pop’s most successful girl groups globally — read more about the group’s history on Wikipedia’s TWICE page. koreajoongangdaily
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