NewJeans sent a certified letter to ADOR stating, 'If you do not accept the rectification request, we will terminate the exclusive contract.' In response, ADOR commented today (14th), 'First, regarding the certified letter, we received it this morning and are currently reviewing it, and we are aware of the specific requests. We intend to do our best to resolve this wisely and continue to work with the artists.' They added, 'Regarding inquiries related to a certain listed company, Min Hee-jin has conveyed that there is no basis for claims regarding whether NewJeans members' relatives are involved or whether she has contacted the relevant company.' Prior to this, on the 13th, NewJeans sent a certified letter to ADOR under the real names of the five members. They demanded, 'Correct all serious violations of the exclusive contract within 14 days from the date of receipt.' The certified letter sent by NewJeans to ADOR reportedly included an apology for a manager from another group telling Hani to 'ignore' and the return of Min Hee-jin as CEO.
Hae-rin from NewJeans was recently spotted at a dentist in Seoul, signing her album. Despite her natural look, she showcased her striking features. The group is currently on hiatus after members requested to terminate their contracts with ADOR due to a breakdown in trust, leading to legal disputes. A court has prohibited their solo activities, with further hearings scheduled.
NewJeans' official social media posts promoting a contact lens brand during their hiatus have drawn criticism from fans. They question the appropriateness of using selfies for advertising. Following a previous announcement to leave ADOR due to unmet demands, legal disputes have arisen, with ADOR seeking to enforce contract restrictions on the members' activities.
Fujii Kaze's latest album "Prema" is making waves in Korea. Produced by 250, known for his work with NewJeans, the album features 9 tracks and includes the music video for the title song released today. This marks Kaze's first full album in about three and a half years since his 2022 release. The album was produced in a private studio on Jeju Island, where Kaze and 250 collaborated earlier this year.
KBS apologized for airing incorrect information about NewJeans, which caused confusion among fans. They acknowledged the inaccuracies regarding NewJeans' legal situation and promised to enhance their fact-checking processes in the future. The controversy arose after a panelist made misleading statements during a radio interview.
ADOR has announced the appointment of Lee Do-kyung as the new Vice President to strengthen artist management and support amid ongoing disputes with NewJeans regarding contract termination. This move follows previous organizational changes aimed at normalizing operations and enhancing artist activities. ADOR is also preparing for new artist production with upcoming auditions for a next-gen boy group.
The mediation session between ADOR and NewJeans took place again, with members Minji and Danielle attending. NewJeans claims their contract with ADOR was terminated last November, while ADOR disputes this and seeks confirmation of the contract's validity. The court has scheduled another mediation for September 11.
Harlin reveals her experience of not debuting with NewJeans due to sudden contract termination. She emphasizes that her past struggles were personal and not aimed at criticizing any company. Despite the hardships, she feels grateful for the opportunities that made her stronger and continues to support her former group members. She pledges to improve and asks for ongoing support from fans.
ADOR successfully sued a YouTuber for producing malicious videos targeting NewJeans members, with the court ordering the YouTuber to pay damages totaling 3.6 million won. The judge ruled that the videos violated social norms and harmed the artists' rights. The YouTuber did not appeal, solidifying the ruling.
Daniel from NewJeans has been training with SEAN from Jinusean, who shared on social media about their morning run. Daniel completed a 10km run in 56 minutes, showcasing his skills and potential for upcoming competitions. SEAN praised Daniel's progress and enthusiasm for running, highlighting a memorable training session together.
The 2024 SBS歌謡大典 will take place on December 25 at Incheon Inspire Arena, showcasing a lineup of popular K-POP artists. The second lineup includes SHINee's Key, NCT 127, ATEEZ, aespa, ENHYPEN, NMIXX, LE SSERAFIM, BOYNEXTDOOR, and ILLIT, promising a festive Christmas event. This annual festival highlights the best of K-POP during the holiday season.
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