TWICE’s Jihyo Celebrates 20 Years with JYP: A Shocking Photo and Emotional Milestone
On July 9, Jihyo, leader of the global K-pop sensation TWICE, hosted a special celebration marking her 20-year anniversary with JYP Entertainment.
The party quickly became the talk of K-pop forums, especially due to one stunning photo that showcased her circle of A-list idol friends.
Jihyo posed with fellow TWICE members Jeongyeon and Nayeon, alongside Mingyu and Seungkwan of SEVENTEEN, BamBam (GOT7), Nayoung and Sejeong (formerly Gugudan), and Sungjin (DAY6).
The image alone reflected the incredible journey of 3rd-generation idols who have stood the test of time.
What shocked fans even more? The realization that Jihyo, now 28, has been part of the K-pop industry for two decades.
She began training at age 8, making her one of the rare idols with such a long and consistent path in the industry.
Before her debut with TWICE in 2015, Jihyo spent 10 years as a trainee, an unusually long and emotionally taxing journey.
Those early years were filled with uncertainty, with no guarantees of debuting, highlighting the often harsh reality behind the polished glamor of the K-pop world.
Despite the hardships, Jihyo emerged as the main vocalist and leader of TWICE, roles that came with immense pressure.
Yet she not only succeeded—she became a pillar of strength and inspiration.
Now in their 10th year, TWICE continues to be one of the top K-pop girl groups.
Though the intensity of their peak fame may have softened, the group remains wildly popular, with record-breaking concert revenues and a dedicated global fanbase.
On July 11, TWICE has released their anniversary album, “This Is For”, celebrating their decade-long journey.
For Jihyo, this moment is not just about career milestones, but also a testament to resilience, talent, and the support of her group and the K-pop community.
As fans look back on Jihyo’s incredible story, where she transformed from an 8-year-old dreamer to a K-pop powerhouse.
All in all, there’s no doubt: 20 years in, she’s just getting started.