NewJeans graces ELLE's digital cover, showcasing 90s minimalism and sharing insights on their recent singles and fan interactions.
October/1/2024 20:00
NewJeans adorned the digital cover of a fashion magazine with a chic atmosphere. On the 1st, the fashion magazine 'ELLE' released the cover of the special digital project 'D Edition' that NewJeans and 'Calvin Klein' collaborated on. In the released gravure, NewJeans perfectly showcased the 1990s minimalism concept and displayed a professional appearance. Alongside the gravure shoot, they revealed their thoughts on their double single 'How Sweet' released in May and June, and their Japanese debut single 'Supernatural.' Minji expressed about 'Supernatural,' saying, 'Since it is our official debut single in Japan, the expectations were really high. It seems to have become a fun and important activity where we could show music and dance that fits us well.' Daniel, who premiered her self-composed song 'Butterflies' at a fan meeting held at Tokyo Dome in June, expressed her affection, saying, 'This song was made with the feeling of wanting to always be with Bunnies (NewJeans' fans).' Hani shared, 'In the photos of Bunnies taken on stage, each fan's expression was vividly captured, and I looked closely at the photos. Seeing the happy expressions that I couldn't see well on stage made me emotional.' Hee-in, who couldn't participate in activities for a while due to an injury, reflected, 'From a step back, the team NewJeans suited the word 'happiness' the best. It was an important time where I could vividly feel the happiness while watching the stage and listening to the music.' Heerin answered about moments of intimacy with the members, saying, 'Before going on stage, when we shout 'Fight!' Looking into each other's eyes and shouting the encouragement makes us feel we can rely on each other.' NewJeans' digital cover, moving cover, fashion film, and video interviews will be released on 'ELLE's' website and social media channels. The entire gravure can be seen in the November issue of 'ELLE.'
Related Articles
Min Hee-jin, former head of ADOR, has launched a new entertainment agency called 'ooak Co., Ltd.' She shared a photo of the logo and explained its meaning, 'Only one always known.' The agency will focus on artist management, music production, and event planning, with its location in Gangnam, Seoul. Speculation arises about her plans for NewJeans amid ongoing legal disputes with ADOR.
As a lawsuit regarding NewJeans' exclusive contract approaches, former ADOR representative Min Hee-jin has established a new entertainment agency, ooak Co., Ltd. The company focuses on artist management, music production, and event planning. This marks the first official update on her activities since leaving ADOR, leading to speculation about her intentions post-lawsuit.
On October 15, a charity event for the 20th Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign took place at the Four Seasons Hotel in Seoul. The event featured numerous K-pop stars, including members of BTS, BIGBANG, and Stray Kids, as well as popular actors, creating a glamorous atmosphere. The event highlighted the importance of breast cancer awareness and showcased the unity of the entertainment industry.
BTS, BLACKPINK, Girls' Generation, and NewJeans made it to Rolling Stone's '250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century' list. BTS's 'Spring Day' ranked 37th, praised for its universal themes of hope and loss. BLACKPINK's 'DDU-DU DDU-DU' ranked 142nd, showcasing their individual styles. Girls' Generation's 'Gee' ranked 170th, embodying charm, while NewJeans' 'Hype Boy' ranked 206th, celebrating youth culture and love.
The 'YOASOBI ASIA TOUR 2024-2025 “超現実｜cho-genjitsu”' features live performances from NewJeans and AKMU. The tour runs from December 2024 to February 2025, with concerts in Korea on December 7 and 8. Live videos of 'Biri-Biri' with NewJeans and 'たぶん' with Lee Su-hyun were released on YouTube on October 7.
NewJeans' popular track 'ETA' has surpassed 400 million streams on Spotify, marking it as their seventh song to reach this milestone. Released in July 2023, 'ETA' features a fast beat with Favela Funk influences and has topped major Korean charts alongside 'Super Shy'. The dynamic performance incorporating hip-hop and jersey club dance has also been well-received. Overall, NewJeans has released 15 songs with over 100 million streams on Spotify, accumulating over 6.7 billion total streams across all their tracks.
Daniel of NewJeans recently went for an early morning run with SEAN from Jinusean, sharing insights about fans and future race preparations. Meanwhile, NewJeans is in a legal dispute with their agency ADOR regarding their exclusive contract, with a court session held on September 11 that ended without a conclusion, leading to a verdict expected on October 30.
The SBS歌謡大典, a premier K-POP festival, is set for December 25. Following last year's success with global viewership and trending moments, the 2025 event promises an exceptional lineup and unique performances, continuing its tradition of excellence in the K-POP scene.
On the afternoon of the 24th, an open talk featuring Tony Leung and director Ildiko Enyedi took place at the 30th Busan International Film Festival. Established in 1996, this prestigious festival is Asia's largest and runs from September 17 to 26. Additionally, behind-the-scenes details of Leung's appearance in NewJeans' music video 'Cool With You' were revealed.
While NewJeans is on hiatus, Daniel has been actively running with Sean, preparing for the Sydney Marathon. Recently, she completed her first 10km in 47 minutes and 27 seconds, impressing many. Sean praised the event, highlighting the perfect weather and vibes. Daniel has been managing her health during this break from her group due to conflicts with her agency, ADOR.
