NewJeans break silence on HYBE and Min Hee Jin controversy

Recently , K-pop group NewJeans has publicly addressed the ongoing conflict between HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin, which has been causing unrest for several months. The drama between the two entities, which started earlier this year, has now compelled NewJeans to share their feelings and frustrations with fans. The group’s members took to the fan communication platform Phoning to express their thoughts.

Minji, a member of NewJeans, shared her struggles on September 2, stating, “It’s been almost a week since I wanted to share with you all the things that have been happening, but I couldn’t.” She added, “I feel so sorry that we’re going through unnecessary hardships when we could be spending our time sharing only good stories.” Danielle also expressed her anxieties, saying, “Since CEO Min Hee Jin was dismissed, it has been very tough, and I’ve had a lot on my mind.”

Hanni revealed that she created a song to offer comfort during these challenging times, expressing her emotions through music. The conflict began when HYBE accused Min Hee Jin of attempting to take over management rights and later faced allegations of covering up a sexual harassment incident. Although Min Hee Jin was removed from her CEO position, she continued to face disputes over her contract terms.