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2026
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing
The 3rd hearing in the damages lawsuit filed by a former ADOR employee against former CEO Min Hee-jin was held.
2026-03-12
BELIFT LAB Distorts Facts Regarding Japan Record Awards ‘Excellent Work Award’ Win
BELIFT LAB distorted facts related to the Japan Record Awards ‘Excellent Work Award’ while sharing a My Daily report.
2026-03-11
HYBE Files Motion for Cancellation of Compulsory Execution Related to Stock Purchase Payment Claim Against Former CEO Min Hee-jin et al.
HYBE has filed a motion for cancellation of compulsory execution through Seoul High Court, related to the stock purchase payment claim against former CEO Min Hee-jin et al.
2026-03-10
ADOR Removes Danielle’s Chat History from Phoning / Announces Membership Renewal
ADOR announced it would discontinue the sale of the NewJeans membership kit and remove Danielle’s chat history from Phoning.
2026-03-03
Korea Entertainment Management Association (KEMA) Ethics and Disciplinary Arbitration Committee Demands Min Hee-jin’s Explanation Regarding Alleged Involvement in Terminating NewJeans’ Contracts
The Ethics and Disciplinary Arbitration Committee — a special body of the Korea Entertainment Management Association (KEMA) — released a position statement asserting that “the NewJeans tampering allegations must be thoroughly investigated.” However, reports and courtroom accounts covering the first-trial ruling indicated that the court found it difficult to conclude that former CEO Min Hee-jin and others had planned to terminate NewJeans’ exclusive contracts.
2026-03-03
NewJeans Truck Protest Team Releases Statement and Conducts Truck Protest
The NewJeans Truck Protest Team released a statement strongly demanding the protection of NewJeans and began a truck protest in their support. The truck protest is scheduled to run for two days in front of HYBE headquarters on Tuesday, March 3rd and Wednesday, March 4th.
2026-03-03
Bunnies Launch Solidarity Petition Drive in Connection with ADOR v. Danielle Lawsuit
NewJeans fandom Bunnies launched a solidarity petition drive in connection with the ADOR v. Danielle, Min Hee-jin, and Danielle’s mother lawsuit. The petition is set to be submitted to the court in the second week of March.
2026-02-28
HYBE Deposits 29.2 Billion Won in Security with the Court
HYBE, which was ordered to pay 25.5 billion won for the stock purchase payment following the exercise of the put option by former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin, has deposited a security with the court to prevent the provisional execution of the ruling.
2026-02-25
HYBE Releases Official Statement Saying It Has “No Position” on CEO Min Hee-jin’s Proposal
HYBE stated it had “no position” regarding the proposal made by Min Hee-jin, former ADOR CEO and current CEO of OOAK Records.
2026-02-25
Min Hee-jin Holds Press Conference on First-Trial Victory and Future Plans
Min Hee-jin, CEO of OOAK Records, proposed to HYBE that in exchange for forgoing the 25.6 billion won put option she is entitled to from her lawsuit victory, all civil and criminal lawsuits currently underway against herself, NewJeans, and all other parties involved be brought to an immediate close.
2026-02-25
Min Hee-jin Announces Press Conference on First-Trial Victory Against HYBE and Future Plans
OOAK Records released a press statement on the afternoon of the 24th, announcing that “CEO Min will hold a press conference at 1:45 PM on the 25th at an undisclosed location in Jongno-gu, Seoul.”
2026-02-24
Court Grants Suspension of Compulsory Execution for HYBE’s ‘Payment of 25.5 Billion Won to Min Hee-jin’
The court has accepted HYBE’s application to suspend compulsory execution, which was filed after HYBE lost the first trial of the 25.5 billion won put option lawsuit against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2026-02-23
Min Hee-jin Directly Refutes Dispatch Report and Announces Legal Action
Min Hee-jin took to social media to call out Dispatch for spreading false information, ignoring her right of rebuttal, and violating journalistic ethics — announcing that she would hold both Dispatch and any outlets that republished the article legally accountable.
2026-02-23
Dispatch Disregards First-Trial Ruling and Publishes Report Pushing Negative Framing (NewJeans Tampering Narrative)
Contrary to the intent of the first-trial ruling, Dispatch reignited the “Min Hee-jin as mastermind / tampering” narrative by bundling together allegations of a secret meeting with a Japanese “aristocrat grandfather,” a Hong Kong contract, and suspicions surrounding a press conference script — once again dragging NewJeans into the story.
2026-02-23
‘ADOR REBUILDER (@adorrebuilder)’ Announces Press Conference in Front of HYBE Headquarters
The unidentified account ‘ADOR REBUILDER (@adorrebuilder)’ announced that it would hold a press conference in front of HYBE headquarters on February 25, 2026.
2026-02-23
Account ‘ADOR REBUILDER (@adorrebuilder)’ Emerges and Posts Founding Declaration
An unidentified account, ‘ADOR REBUILDER (@adorrebuilder)’, emerged and announced that it is calling for reconciliation between HYBE, Min Hee-jin, and NewJeans, claiming to be a “stakeholder” in the conflict.
2026-02-23
Min Hee-jin Files for Provisional Attachment of HYBE’s Bank Accounts
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin (current CEO of OOAK Records) personally revealed that she filed for the attachment of HYBE’s bank accounts.
2026-02-20
Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) Issues Appeal in Response to Min Hee-jin’s First-Trial Victory
The Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) released an appeal stating that the first-trial ruling was likely to result in conduct that could be perceived as tampering being interpreted as legitimate business conduct, and that “the foundation of the K-pop industry is being shaken.” However, reports and courtroom accounts covering the first-trial ruling indicated that the court found it difficult to conclude that former CEO Min and others had planned the termination of NewJeans’ exclusive contracts.
2026-02-20
HYBE Appeals First Trial Ruling in Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment (Case No. 2024 Kahap 110222)
HYBE has appealed the first trial ruling that ordered them to pay 25.5 billion won for the stock purchase payment following former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s exercise of her put option.
2026-02-19
Korea Entertainment Producers’ Association (KEPA) Expresses Regret Over Min Hee-jin’s First-Trial Victory
KEPA released an official statement characterizing the first-trial ruling as having granted a “get-out-of-jail-free card for tampering.” However, reports and courtroom accounts covering the first-trial ruling indicated that the court found it difficult to conclude that former CEO Min and others had planned the termination of NewJeans’ exclusive contracts.
2026-02-13
Official Statement by OOAK Records CEO Min Hee-jin Regarding the First Trial Victory in the HYBE v. Min Hee-jin Lawsuit
Min Hee-jin, CEO of OOAK Records, former CEO of HYBE’s subsidiary label ADOR, and the creator of the group NewJeans, expressed her thoughts on winning both lawsuits against HYBE that have been ongoing for a year and six months.
2026-02-12
HYBE Releases Official Statement Regarding First Trial Ruling in HYBE v. Min Hee-jin Lawsuit
HYBE released an official statement, saying, “It is regrettable that our claims were not fully accepted. After reviewing the judgment, we plan to proceed with future legal procedures, including an appeal.”
2026-02-12
Interview with Attorney Lee Sook-mi Regarding the First Trial Victory in HYBE v. Min Hee-jin Lawsuit
Attorney Lee Sook-mi gave a brief interview regarding the first trial victory in the HYBE v. Min Hee-jin lawsuit.
2026-02-12
HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement & Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment – First Trial Ruling
In the lawsuit regarding the shareholders’ agreement and the exercise of the put option (right to sell shares) between HYBE and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin (current CEO of OOAK Records), the court ruled in favor of former CEO Min in both cases. The court dismissed HYBE’s claim for the ‘confirmation of the termination of the shareholders’ agreement’ and ordered HYBE to pay 25.5 billion won for the put option exercised by former CEO Min.
2026-02-12
ADOR Removes Danielle from ‘Phoning’ App
It has been confirmed that Danielle’s profile has been removed from the calendar and podcast pages of the Phoning app.
2026-02-03
ADOR Alters NewJeans-Related Profile and Banner Images and Detailed Information Displays
ADOR has removed the name ‘Danielle’ from the detailed information on major streaming services such as Melon, Bugs, and Spotify, along with the names of ‘Min Hee-jin’ and each member. Furthermore, the official YouTube and SNS banner images were changed from photos of the five members to the NewJeans logo image.
2026-02-02
Rhythm Hive Removes ‘Danielle’ from NewJeans-Related Content
Rhythm Hive has removed photos of ‘Danielle’ from NewJeans-related content within the app.
2026-01-30
ADOR Directly Involved in NJZ Trademark Registration by Submitting ‘Information Submission Statement’
It has been confirmed that on January 28, ADOR submitted a trademark information submission statement for each of the 56 application numbers for the ‘NJZ’ trademark filed by Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein, which are currently undergoing application examination.
2026-01-28
ADOR Expresses Position on Public Press Conference Regarding ‘NewJeans Tampering’ Allegations
Regarding the press conference by former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin, ADOR released a brief statement.
2026-01-28
Public Press Conference on the ‘NewJeans Tampering’ Allegations (Attorney Kim Seon-woong of Jiam Law Firm)
Attorney Kim Seon-woong of Jiam Law Firm, the legal representative of former CEO Min, held a press conference titled ‘The Truth About Min Hee-jin’s “NewJeans Tampering”‘ at the Kyowon Jonggak Building in Jongno-gu, Seoul, on the 28th.
2026-01-28
Min Hee-jin Announces Public Press Conference Regarding NewJeans Tampering Allegations
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s side has announced a public press conference tomorrow (the 28th) regarding the ‘NewJeans tampering’ allegations. However, former CEO Min Hee-jin herself stated that her attendance is “currently being coordinated.”
2026-01-27
Herald Economy Publishes Inappropriate Article Regarding Shinhan Bank Advertising Models
Herald Economy published an article discussing a ‘Shinhan Model Jinx,’ grouping NewJeans—who fully completed their contract period and simply did not renew—together with other models who underwent (or are likely to undergo) contract termination procedures due to unsavory incidents during their contract periods. The article was deleted after facing criticism that ‘it is inappropriate to treat different situations as the same problem.’
2026-01-23
Controversy Over Prime Minister Kim Min-seok’s Visit to HYBE
Criticism arose over Prime Minister Kim Min-seok’s visit to HYBE on the 21st, as the second-in-command of state affairs appeared to be “empowering a company whose judicial risks have not been resolved” while its key executives are under investigation for violating the Financial Investment Services and Capital Markets Act.
2026-01-21
Dolphiners Films Releases Official Statement on First Trial Ruling of Damages Lawsuit with ADOR
Dolphiners Films released an official statement saying, “We would like to correct the false information being circulated regarding the first trial ruling of the damages lawsuit with ADOR handed down on the 13th,” and stated, “We plan to take strong action against the spread of false information and coordinated comment manipulation based on reports we receive.”
2026-01-21
Min Hee-jin Contacts Lawyer Handling TAG PR Lawsuit in the U.S.
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin revealed through her Instagram story that she met with a lawyer handling lawsuits related to TAG PR in the U.S. and sought advice.
2026-01-19
HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Closing Hearing for Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement & Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Agreement Division 31 held the final hearing for the lawsuit filed by HYBE against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin and others to confirm the termination of the shareholders’ agreement, as well as the lawsuit filed by Min Hee-jin’s side against HYBE for the payment of the put option exercise price.
2026-01-15
Min Hee-jin States She Has “Never Received Documents Related to Provisional Attachment”
Former CEO Min Hee-jin’s side stated, “We have not heard anything regarding the application for provisional attachment of real estate filed by ADOR or the decision to grant it, nor have we received any court documents served through the post office or any other channel,” adding, “We plan to initiate legal proceedings, including an objection to the provisional attachment, as soon as the facts are confirmed.”
2026-01-13
Ilyo Shinmun Exclusive: Court Grants ADOR’s Application for 500 Million Won Provisional Attachment of Former CEO Min Hee-jin’s Real Estate
Ilyo Shinmun exclusively reported that the court granted ADOR’s application for a provisional attachment of real estate worth 500 million KRW filed against former CEO Min Hee-jin.
The application was based on a penalty tax imposed regarding ‘700 million KRW in stylist service fees,’ yet this case had actually already been concluded with a decision not to refer to prosecution (cleared of suspicion) by the police last year.
The application was based on a penalty tax imposed regarding ‘700 million KRW in stylist service fees,’ yet this case had actually already been concluded with a decision not to refer to prosecution (cleared of suspicion) by the police last year.
2026-01-13
Danielle Hosts Instagram/YouTube Live
Danielle hosted a live stream on her newly opened Instagram and YouTube channels.
2026-01-12
BELIFT LAB v. Min Hee-jin: 5th Hearing
The Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the fifth hearing for the 2 billion KRW damages lawsuit filed by BELIFT LAB against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin at 4:00 PM on the 9th.
2026-01-09
Some Media Outlets Omit Team Bunnies’ Accusation in Reports on Punishment of NewJeans’ Malicious Commenters
Some reports regarding the punishment of NewJeans’ malicious commenters—achieved through Team Bunnies’ third-party accusation—have diluted the true cause.
These articles either omitted the fact of the third-party accusation or placed it after ADOR’s legal response, thereby obscuring the direct link.
These articles either omitted the fact of the third-party accusation or placed it after ADOR’s legal response, thereby obscuring the direct link.
2026-01-06
2025
Rhythm Hive Halts Updates/Sales of NewJeans-Related Content
Rhythm Hive announced that, following internal review, it will halt updates and sales of ‘NewJeans’-related content as of January 1, 2026.
2025-12-31
Bunnies Release Statement of Condemnation Regarding ADOR’s Notice of Exclusive Contract Termination for Danielle
NewJeans fans released a statement strongly condemning HYBE, ADOR, and Bang Si-hyuk regarding ADOR’s notice of exclusive contract termination for Danielle.
2025-12-29
ADOR Releases Official Statement Regarding Notice of Exclusive Contract Termination for Danielle
ADOR stated that it had sent a notice of exclusive contract termination to Danielle, saying it judged it would be difficult to continue together as a NewJeans member and an artist under ADOR.
2025-12-29
Exclusive Report: “HYBE Kicks Out Only NewJeans’ ‘Danielle’”
Maeil Shinmun exclusively reported that “the HYBE side appears to be attempting a ‘retaliatory contract termination’ only against NewJeans member Danielle.”
2025-12-29
Min Hee-jin Interview on *Kim Jun-woo’s News Head-On*
Min Hee-jin appeared on the live broadcast of the *Kim Jun-woo’s News Head-On* YouTube channel.
2025-12-19
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: Closing Hearing
On the afternoon of the 19th, the Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the final hearing of the 500 million won damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-12-19
HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement, 6th Hearing & Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment, 4th Hearing
On the afternoon of the 18th, the Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 31 (Presiding Judge Nam In-soo) held hearings for HYBE’s lawsuit to confirm the termination of the shareholders’ agreement against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin and others, and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s lawsuit for stock purchase payment against HYBE related to the exercise of the put option (right to sell shares).
2025-12-18
Bunnies Release Statement of Protest Regarding BELIFT LAB’s ‘Damages Lawsuit Against NewJeans Fans’
The NewJeans fandom Bunnies released a statement of protest calling on HYBE to clearly state its official position on all five members of NewJeans and to fulfill its duty to protect affiliated artists.
2025-12-16
BELIFT LAB Files 100 Million Won Damages Lawsuit Against Team Bunnies
BELIFT LAB filed a damages lawsuit worth hundreds of millions of won against ‘Team Bunnies’.
Chosun Ilbo reporter Lee Ga-young exclusively reported the news first, even before the case was assigned to a judicial panel.
Chosun Ilbo reporter Lee Ga-young exclusively reported the news first, even before the case was assigned to a judicial panel.
2025-12-15
NewJeans Truck Protest Team Releases Statement and Holds Truck Protest
The NewJeans Truck Protest Team released a statement supporting NewJeans and strongly demanding their protection, and began a truck protest.
The truck protest is scheduled to take place for two days, December 15 (Mon)–16 (Tue), in front of HYBE headquarters.
The truck protest is scheduled to take place for two days, December 15 (Mon)–16 (Tue), in front of HYBE headquarters.
2025-12-15
Min Hee-jin Interview on *Genre Is Yeouido*
Min Hee-jin appeared on the live broadcast of the *Genre Is Yeouido* YouTube channel.
2025-12-04
mhdhh_friends and mhdhh_pr Instagram Accounts Deactivated
The mhdhh_friends and mhdhh_pr Instagram accounts were deactivated.
2025-12-01
HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement, 5th Hearing & Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment, 3rd Hearing – Examination of the Parties for Min Hee-jin
On the afternoon of the 27th, the Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 31 (Presiding Judge Nam In-soo) held hearings for HYBE’s lawsuit to confirm the termination of the shareholders’ agreement against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin, and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s lawsuit for stock purchase payment against HYBE related to the exercise of the put option (right to sell shares).
2025-11-27
NewJeans Fandom Bunnies Deliver Statement and Letter of Requests to ADOR CEO Lee Do-kyung
The NewJeans fandom Bunnies sent ADOR CEO Lee Do-kyung a letter containing the fandom’s requests along with the statement released on the 15th.
2025-11-19
Additional Portions of Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s ⌜Decision Not to Refer to Prosecution for Charges of Occupational Breach of Trust⌟ Released
Pop culture critic Kim Sung-soo additionally disclosed portions of former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s ⌜Decision Not to Refer to Prosecution for Charges of Occupational Breach of Trust⌟ during a live broadcast on his YouTube channel.
According to the decision, police stated that through KakaoTalk conversations between Chairman Bang S*-**** and Min Hee-jin, they confirmed items such as the ‘first girl group promise’ after Min Hee-jin’s joining, and that it was not even confirmed whether Min Hee-jin had joint criminal intent with the vice president, nor was there other evidence to prove it.
According to the decision, police stated that through KakaoTalk conversations between Chairman Bang S*-**** and Min Hee-jin, they confirmed items such as the ‘first girl group promise’ after Min Hee-jin’s joining, and that it was not even confirmed whether Min Hee-jin had joint criminal intent with the vice president, nor was there other evidence to prove it.
2025-11-18
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin Releases Portions of ⌜Decision Not to Refer to Prosecution for Charges of Occupational Breach of Trust⌟
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin released parts of the ⌜Decision Not to Refer to Prosecution for Charges of Occupational Breach of Trust⌟.
According to the decision, police judged that ‘EXIT does not mean a management takeover, and even the premise of an ADOR IPO or making major shareholders sell ADOR presupposes approval from the parent company.’
According to the decision, police judged that ‘EXIT does not mean a management takeover, and even the premise of an ADOR IPO or making major shareholders sell ADOR presupposes approval from the parent company.’
2025-11-17
Team Bunnies Notice Regarding Complaints About Malicious Posts
Team Bunnies stated that for recently received reports of malicious posts, they identified all individuals and transferred the cases to the competent police station, and the procedures are currently underway.
They also stated that regarding charges of violation of the Act on Collection and Use of Donations, the case concluded with protective disposition No. 1 in early September, about two months before the reports, after recognizing ‘use for a good purpose’ and ‘appropriateness of usage details’.
They also stated that regarding charges of violation of the Act on Collection and Use of Donations, the case concluded with protective disposition No. 1 in early September, about two months before the reports, after recognizing ‘use for a good purpose’ and ‘appropriateness of usage details’.
2025-11-17
ADOR Announces ⌜Legal Action Status Regarding Infringement of Artist Rights⌟
ADOR stated that, judging the severity of rights infringements such as malicious fake news, invasions of privacy, profanity, and use of derogatory nicknames against artists had increased, it deployed additional personnel to conduct intensive evidence collection.
2025-11-17
Min Hee-jin Releases Second Official Statement on NewJeans
Attorney Noh Young-hee revealed, during a live broadcast on her YouTube channel ‘*Noh Young-hee TV*,’ a statement on NewJeans sent by Min Hee-jin.
2025-11-15
ADOR Controversy Over Taking Credit for NewJeans Fans’ KGMA Award Achievement
An article about NewJeans winning KGMA’s ‘Trend of the Year’ described it as “ADOR also working hard.”
Many fans responded, saying, “It was achieved solely by fans’ efforts regardless of ADOR, so what do you mean they worked hard?”
Many fans responded, saying, “It was achieved solely by fans’ efforts regardless of ADOR, so what do you mean they worked hard?”
2025-11-15
BELIFT LAB v. Min Hee-jin: 4th Hearing
The Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the fourth hearing of the 2 billion won damages lawsuit filed by BELIFT LAB against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-11-14
BELIFT LAB Announces ⌜Legal Action Status Regarding Infringement of Artist Rights⌟
BELIFT LAB stated that ‘malicious posts infringing on artists’ rights have recently increased sharply’ and said it would pursue strong legal action.
2025-11-14
Report: ⌜LE SSERAFIM’s Agency Completes Complaints for Hate Comments Against NewJeans Fandom⌟
Without any basis, an article ran a headline as if the writer of hate comments about LE SSERAFIM were ‘NewJeans fandom Bunnies’.
In the Naver News article, the headline was corrected after 28 minutes, but the Newsen official Twitter account and various communities still have this malicious headline intact.
In the Naver News article, the headline was corrected after 28 minutes, but the Newsen official Twitter account and various communities still have this malicious headline intact.
2025-11-14
Source Music Announces ⌜Legal Action Status Regarding Infringement of Artist Rights⌟
Source Music stated that ‘malicious posts infringing on artists’ rights have recently increased sharply’ and said it would pursue strong legal action.
2025-11-14
Spreading False Information About NewJeans’ Return
It was confirmed that false information about NewJeans’ return was produced on Blind and spread to other communities.
2025-11-14
NewJeans Fandom Bunnies Release Statement Supporting All Five NewJeans Members & Distribute Press Release
The NewJeans fandom Bunnies released a statement saying they respect and support the members’ decision and that ADOR should fulfill its duties as the agency.
2025-11-14
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Announces the End of Activities
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ announced the end of its activities, saying that due to NewJeans’ return to ADOR, the supporters’ motivation for activity had largely been lost.
2025-11-13
Min Hee-jin Releases Official Statement Supporting NewJeans’ Decision to Return to ADOR
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin released an official statement supporting NewJeans’ decision to return to ADOR.
2025-11-13
Team Bunnies Releases Official Statement Supporting NewJeans
Team Bunnies released an official statement saying they respect the decision of all five NewJeans members.
2025-11-12
All Five NewJeans Members Decide to Return to ADOR
All five NewJeans members stated their intention to return to ADOR. The ADOR side officially announced only Haerin and Hyein’s positions and did not post an official statement regarding Minji, Hanni, and Danielle’s decisions to return.
2025-11-12
ADOR Releases Official Statement Regarding ⌜Haerin and Hyein’s Return⌟
ADOR conveyed in an official statement that “NewJeans members Haerin and Hyein expressed their intention to continue activities with ADOR.” However, it did not upload an official statement about the later-reported return of Minji, Hanni, and Danielle.
2025-11-12
ADOR Meets with Four NewJeans Members
It was revealed that ADOR met on the 11th with four NewJeans members (excluding one member who was in Antarctica). However, ADOR did not mention this in its official statement.
2025-11-11
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 4th Hearing
The Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 (B) held the fourth hearing of the 500 million won damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-11-07
‘Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop’ Posts Statement
The unidentified ‘Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop’ posted a statement titled .
2025-11-01
The Korea Herald Exclusive Report: ADOR Submits NewJeans’ New Full-Length Album Track List
The Korea Herald exclusively reported that ⌜ADOR completed demo work for new songs on NewJeans’ next full-length album and submitted the track list to the court⌟.
2025-11-01
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Releases Position Statement
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ posted a statement about the first-trial ruling in ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract.
2025-10-30
Korea Management Federation (KMF) Releases Official Statement Welcoming Ruling in Favor of the Plaintiff
The Korea Management Federation (KMF) stated that the first-trial ruling in the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract between NewJeans and ADOR was a “reasonable outcome.”
2025-10-30
ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – First Trial Ruling Date
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 (Presiding Judge Jung Hoe-il) held the ruling date for the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract filed by ADOR against the five NewJeans members.
2025-10-30
Multiple Articles Report ⌜Team Bunnies’ Fundraising Organizer Is a Minor⌟
Multiple outlets reported Team Bunnies’ alleged violation of the Act on Collection and Use of Donations, emphasizing that the fundraising organizer was a minor.
2025-10-28
Bizarre Reporting Practices Regarding ‘Hanni’s Leniency for Hate Commenters’
Multiple media outlets reported on ‘Hanni’s leniency for hate commenters,’ quoting sensational hate comments unrelated to the essence of the case in headlines or using bizarre expressions like “avoided becoming a criminal record holder.”
2025-10-27
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Posts Statement
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ posted a statement titled “A Proposal for Peace, Reconciliation, and Reconstruction at ADOR.”
2025-10-27
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Posts Position Statement
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ posted a position statement saying, ‘Four days before the first-trial ruling in the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract, we propose a path for everyone to coexist.’
2025-10-26
Report: Min Hee-jin Establishes Entertainment Management Company ‘OOAK Records’
It was widely reported that former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin established a corporation called ‘OOAK (Only One Always Known)’ on the 16th.
2025-10-24
ADOR Interim Mediation Committee (@adormediate) Account Appears and Posts ⌜ADOR Interim Mediation Committee 1st Meeting⌟ Resolution
An account called ‘ADOR Interim Mediation Committee (@adormediate)’ newly appeared, saying it held ⌜ADOR Interim Mediation Committee 1st Meeting⌟, and posted the mediators, key discussions and decisions, and the contents of the resolution.
2025-10-24
Bunnies New Voice (@bunniesnewvoice) Posts ⌜Statement on the NewJeans Exclusive Contract Dispute⌟
An account called ‘Bunnies New Voice (@bunniesnewvoice)’ newly appeared and posted ⌜Statement on the NewJeans Exclusive Contract Dispute⌟.
2025-10-23
⌜Statement on the NewJeans Exclusive Contract Dispute⌟ Posted to Six NewJeans-Related Galleries on DCInside
The ⌜Statement on the NewJeans Exclusive Contract Dispute⌟ was posted to five of the NewJeans-related galleries that had been indiscriminately created last August, and to one existing gallery on DCInside.
2025-10-23
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Sends and Submits Petition
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ submitted a petition in the ⌜NewJeans v. ADOR main lawsuit (2024Kahap113399)⌟ as the representative of the petitioner group ‘People Who Wish for Peace at ADOR’.
2025-10-22
32 Intellectuals from the Left and Right Release Statement: “Courts and Government Must Ensure NewJeans’ Activities”
The 32 intellectuals from the left and right released a statement calling on the courts and government to ensure NewJeans’ activities.
2025-10-22
paris_capitale_officiel Instagram Deletes Danielle Cover Photo
The Danielle cover photo for the September issue of ⌜Paris CAPITALE⌟, which had been uploaded on the 15th to the paris_capitale_officiel Instagram, was deleted.
2025-10-21
Seoul Western District Court Rules to Uphold Fine in Former CEO Min Hee-jin’s Lawsuit Against Fine Imposition / Partial Victory for Former CEO Min Hee-jin
The Seoul Western District Court ruled to uphold the fine in former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s lawsuit against fine imposition regarding workplace harassment filed against the Seoul Regional Employment and Labor Office.
In the summary trial, the court found that part of the office’s fine imposition was incorrect, and it was also revealed that former CEO Min’s side achieved a partial victory.
In the summary trial, the court found that part of the office’s fine imposition was incorrect, and it was also revealed that former CEO Min’s side achieved a partial victory.
2025-10-17
Min Hee-jin Establishes ‘OOAK Records’ Corporation
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin established a new entertainment management company, ‘OOAK Records’.
2025-10-16
Two Pop Culture Critics Submit Petition to Ensure NewJeans’ Activities
Two pop culture critics (Kim Sung-soo and Byun Hee-jae) submitted a petition to the Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 (Presiding Judge Jung Hoe-il) asking to ensure NewJeans’ activities.
2025-10-16
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Uploads Full Text of Press Conference
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ uploaded the full text of the press conference held in front of HYBE headquarters at 16:00 on October 15, 2025.
However, there were also parts where the uploaded text differed from statements in the press conference video.
However, there were also parts where the uploaded text differed from statements in the press conference video.
2025-10-16
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Holds Press Conference in Front of HYBE Headquarters
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ held a press conference in front of HYBE headquarters at 16:00 on October 15, 2025.
However, no reporters attended the press conference that day.
However, no reporters attended the press conference that day.
2025-10-15
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Announces Press Conference in Front of HYBE Headquarters
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ announced it would hold a press conference in front of HYBE headquarters on October 15, 2025.
2025-10-13
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing Postponed for the 2nd Time
Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 21 (Single Judge) changed the third hearing date for the 100 million won damages lawsuit filed by former ADOR employee A against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin for defamation by false statement and related claims.
2025-10-13
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Posts Statement and Petition
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ released a statement calling for resolving the conflict between HYBE, Min Hee-jin, and NewJeans, and said it was preparing a petition for the lawsuit.
2025-09-29
‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ Account Appears and Posts First Post
The unidentified ‘ADOR Supporters (@Adorsupporters)’ account appeared and stated that the previous activities of ‘ADOR Peace’ and ‘Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop’ were their activities.
2025-09-26
'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' Uploads Post About The Fact Reporter Choi Hyun-jung’s Article
The unidentified 'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' mentioned an article by The Fact reporter Choi Hyun-jung and said they had requested a correction so that various groups would be included.
2025-09-24
The Fact Reporter Choi Hyun-jung Reports Article on ‘Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop’ Statement
The Fact reporter Choi Hyun-jung reported an article on the ‘Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop’ statement. The article also described NewJeans’ actions as ‘self-imposed dormancy’ and reported as if there would be a ‘penalty for breach of contract’ if NewJeans terminated the exclusive contract.
2025-09-24
'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' Posts Statement on HYBE – Min Hee-jin
The unidentified 'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' posted a statement on the September 11 HYBE – Min Hee-jin shareholders’ agreement lawsuit hearing.
2025-09-12
'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' Revises and Reposts Statement
The unidentified 'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' reposted on X a statement with the participating organizations revised.
2025-09-11
Min Hee-jin v. HYBE: Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment, 2nd Hearing & HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement, 4th Hearing (Consolidated Hearing)
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 31 held hearings for HYBE’s lawsuit to confirm the termination of the shareholders’ agreement against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin and two others, and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin and two others’ lawsuit for stock purchase payment against HYBE related to the exercise of the put option.
2025-09-11
ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 2nd Mediation Date
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 (Presiding Judge Jung Hoe-il) held the second mediation date for the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract filed by ADOR against the five NewJeans members.
2025-09-11
'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' Posts Statement
The unidentified 'Coalition for Resolving the ADOR Conflict & Advancing K-pop' uploaded a statement to X.
2025-09-10
Current ADOR Employee Sparks Controversy for Liking Hate Comment on NewJeans Instagram Post
It was revealed that a current ADOR employee liked a hate comment disparaging NewJeans on a NewJeans Instagram post.
2025-09-05
HYBE Begins Listing ‘Chairman Bang Si-hyuk’ in Artist Press Releases
HYBE began listing Chairman Bang Si-hyuk’s name in artist press releases, such as ⌜HYBE (Chairman Bang Si-hyuk)⌟.
2025-09-02
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing Postponed
The third hearing in Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin was postponed.
2025-08-25
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing
The Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the third hearing of the 500 million won damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-08-22
ADOR Appoints Lee Do-kyung as New CEO
ADOR stated that it appointed Vice President (VP) Lee Do-kyung as the new CEO.
2025-08-20
ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 1st Mediation Date
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 (Presiding Judge Jung Hoe-il) conducted the mediation proceedings for the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract filed by ADOR against the five NewJeans members. The next mediation date was confirmed as September 11, 2025.
2025-08-14
DCInside 'HYBE x Min Hee-jin x NewJeans Gallery' Posts Position Statement
The day after Sports Donga reporter Huh Min-nyung’s article about the statement, a position statement titled “Position Statement on the August 13 Article” was posted on the DCInside HYBE x Min Hee-jin x NewJeans Gallery.
2025-08-14
Sports Donga Reporter Huh Min-nyung Reports Article on the NewJeans Fandom Coalition Wishing for Peace at ADOR’s 'Statement'
Sports Donga reporter Huh Min-nyung reported an article about the 'statement' that the NewJeans Fandom Coalition Wishing for Peace at ADOR had posted simultaneously across multiple newly created galleries.
2025-08-13
Simultaneous Statement Posts to NewJeans-Related Galleries on DCInside
Statements were posted at irregular intervals on DCInside NewJeans-related galleries that began being created from July 30, 2025.
2025-08-02
Simultaneous Creation of NewJeans-Related Galleries on DCInside
Galleries related to 'NewJeans' were created simultaneously on DCInside.
2025-07-30
MBW Posts Statement to HYBE Shareholders on Insider Trading Guilty Verdict Related to BTS 'Hiatus'
It was revealed that HYBE subsidiary Tag PR and HYBE headquarters sequentially sent correction requests regarding MBW’s July 24, 2024 report on HYBE insider trading.
In particular, HYBE headquarters contacted the day before to correct Tag PR’s correction request again and explained Tag PR’s incorrect correction request as ‘human error’.
In particular, HYBE headquarters contacted the day before to correct Tag PR’s correction request again and explained Tag PR’s incorrect correction request as ‘human error’.
2025-07-28
Team Bunnies Releases Some Hearing Details from 'ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 3rd Hearing'
Team Bunnies released some of Shin & Kim’s hearing arguments from 'ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 3rd Hearing'. The released content included matters related to a ‘clarification request,’ but that content could not be confirmed through media reports.
2025-07-25
ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 3rd Hearing
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 held the third hearing of the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract filed by ADOR against the five NewJeans members (Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, Hyein).
2025-07-24
BELIFT LAB v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing
Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the third hearing of the 2 billion won damages lawsuit filed by BELIFT LAB against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin for damages from defamation and obstruction of business.
2025-07-18
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing Postponed for the 2nd Time
The third hearing of the damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin was postponed due to Source Music’s second request to change the hearing date.
2025-07-18
Dolphiners Films Releases Official Statement
Dolphiners Films stated that the civil lawsuit related to the posting of the ‘ETA Director’s Cut’ is awaiting the court’s decision, and that the criminal case has been referred to prosecution through an objection and is under investigation.
2025-07-15
HYBE Releases Official Statement on ‘No Charges’ for Min Hee-jin’s Occupational Breach of Trust
HYBE stated that regarding last year’s occupational breach of trust case it filed against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin and others being decided not to be referred to prosecution, 'the company will immediately file an objection with the prosecution today.'
2025-07-15
Police Decide Not to Refer to Prosecution, Concluding ‘No Charges’ for Min Hee-jin’s Occupational Breach of Trust
Police concluded ‘no charges’ regarding former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s occupational breach of trust allegations.
2025-07-15
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing Postponed
The third hearing of the damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin was postponed.
2025-06-27
ADOR v. NewJeans: ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’ Final Confirmation
The court’s decision granting the injunction to preserve agency status and prohibit advertising contracts, which barred NewJeans’ independent activities, was finalized.
2025-06-25
ADOR Releases Official Statement on Rejection of Immediate Appeal of the ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’
ADOR released an official statement regarding the rejection of the immediate appeal of the ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’.
2025-06-18
ADOR v. NewJeans: Immediate Appeal of ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’ Rejected
The Seoul High Court Civil Division 25-2 rejected the NewJeans members’ immediate appeal against the decision to grant the ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’.
2025-06-17
Min Hee-jin v. HYBE: Lawsuit for Stock Purchase Payment, 1st Hearing & HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement, 3rd Hearing (Consolidated Hearing)
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 31 conducted a consolidated hearing for Min Hee-jin v. HYBE’s put option lawsuit, 1st hearing, and the lawsuit to confirm the termination of the shareholders’ agreement, 3rd hearing.
2025-06-12
ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 2nd Hearing
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 held the second hearing of the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract filed by ADOR against the five NewJeans members (Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, Hyein).
2025-06-05
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 2nd Hearing
The Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the second hearing of the damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-05-30
ADOR v. NewJeans: Partial Grant of Motion for Indirect Compulsion
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 52 partially granted ADOR’s motion for indirect compulsion against NewJeans and ordered 1 billion won in damages per person per instance of independent activities.
2025-05-29
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin: 2nd Hearing
The second hearing was held for the damages lawsuit filed by former ADOR employee A against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-05-26
BELIFT LAB v. Min Hee-jin: 3rd Hearing Postponed
The third hearing of the damages lawsuit filed by BELIFT LAB against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin was postponed.
2025-05-02
Team Bunnies Releases Rebuttal Statement to ADOR’s Notice on the 'NewJeans x Mi Goreng Pop-up Store'
Team Bunnies rebutted that both the pop-up store and the demand survey were legitimate procedures carried out at the request and in consultation with Indofood and the official importer, and that ADOR’s claims were different from the facts.
2025-04-26
ADOR Releases Statement on Team Bunnies’ 'NewJeans x Mi Goreng Pop-up Store Notice'
ADOR emphasized that the NewJeans x Mi Goreng pop-up store is 'an event conducted under its approval' and portrayed Team Bunnies’ pop-up promotion activities as 'problematic actions outside its control'.
2025-04-26
Team Bunnies Announces NewJeans x Indomie Mi Goreng Pop-up Store
Team Bunnies posted a notice about the NewJeans x Indomie Mi Goreng Pop-up Store to be held from May 1 to May 13 in front of Exit 3 in Seongsu-dong.
2025-04-25
HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement – 2nd Hearing
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 31 held the second hearing for HYBE’s lawsuit to confirm termination of the shareholders’ agreement against Min Hee-jin.
2025-04-17
NewJeans Submits Notice of Immediate Appeal Against Rejection of Objection to ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’
Shin & Kim stated, ‘Today the court that issued the original injunction decision rendered a decision approving the original decision, and accordingly we submitted a notice of immediate appeal.’
2025-04-16
ADOR v. NewJeans: Objection to 'Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts' Rejected
"The five members of the girl group NewJeans (NJZ), in an exclusive contract dispute with ADOR, had their objection to the court’s decision prohibiting independent activities rejected."
2025-04-16
mhdhh_pr Releases Official Statement Refuting 'NewJeans Parents Division Rumors'
The members’ parents expressed deep regret over reports of 'division rumors' that even mentioned the members by name, and stated that 'all families still trust each other and respect their children’s wishes.'
2025-04-04
Exclusive Report on 'NewJeans Parents Division Rumors' (Chosun Biz, reporter Jang Woo-jung)
Chosun Biz reporter Jang Woo-jung published an exclusive article suggesting the possibility of a 'rift between parents' based on differences between the parental guardians of NewJeans’ underage members.
2025-04-04
ADOR v. NewJeans: Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract – 1st Hearing
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 41 held the first hearing of the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract filed by ADOR against the five NewJeans members (Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, Hyein).
2025-04-03
Dolphiners Films Releases Official Statement
'Dolphiners Films' (director Shin Woo-seok) expressed regret over recently spreading false claims and released an official statement saying it would set the record straight through legal action.
2025-03-28
Some NewJeans Fans Argue NewJeans Should ‘Return to ADOR’
Some NewJeans fans said, ‘We respect the members’ choice, but the members should also be informed of a way to return to ADOR,’ and it unusually spread across various communities.
In relation to this, a total of 59 articles were reported on the topic of ⌜NewJeans fandom division⌟.
In relation to this, a total of 59 articles were reported on the topic of ⌜NewJeans fandom division⌟.
2025-03-27
Truck Protest in Front of HYBE: ⌜NewJeans, Talk to ADOR⌟
A truck protest began with the main slogan ⌜NewJeans, Talk to ADOR⌟. In relation to this, a total of 59 articles were reported on the topic of ⌜NewJeans fandom division⌟.
2025-03-27
Chinese Bunnies NJZ_R Releases Statement Supporting the Members
Chinese Bunnies NJZ_R released a statement saying they fully respect the members’ wishes and support and cheer for their decisions.
2025-03-27
Team Bunnies Releases Statement Supporting NJZ
The NJZ fandom 'Team Bunnies' released a statement supporting the members.
2025-03-26
Min Hee-jin’s Side Releases Official Statement: “Fine Not Finalized, Appeal Process Underway”
Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s side stated that the matter was not that ‘a fine has been imposed’ but ‘merely an advance notice,’ and that after reviewing an objection to the advance notice, a fine would be imposed only if there were ultimately no objections.
2025-03-24
Seoul Regional Employment and Labor Office Issues Advance Notice of Fine Imposition for Workplace Harassment to Former CEO Min
The Seoul Regional Employment and Labor Office stated that, after investigating a complaint filed by Mr./Ms. B against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin, some legal violations by former CEO Min were confirmed.
Therefore, former CEO Min received an advance notice of fine imposition for this matter.
Therefore, former CEO Min received an advance notice of fine imposition for this matter.
2025-03-24
HYBE Producer FRANTS Posts on Threads
HYBE producer FRANTS posted a Threads post saying 'I’m good!' along with a video that appeared to attack the NewJeans mascot 'Bunini,' sparking controversy.
2025-03-24
ADOR Releases Official Statement Regarding NJZ’s Hiatus Announcement
ADOR released an official statement regarding NJZ’s 'hiatus' announcement.
2025-03-24
NewJeans Files Objection to Grant of ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’
The five NewJeans members submitted an objection to the Seoul Central District Court’s decision fully granting ADOR’s ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’.
2025-03-24
NJZ Announces Hiatus After ComplexCon Performance
NJZ announced a 'temporary hiatus' after its performance at ComplexCon.
2025-03-23
Court Grants Injunction Prohibiting NJZ Independent Activities (Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts)
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 50 (Senior Presiding Judge Kim Sang-hoon) granted ADOR’s application for the ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’.
2025-03-21
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin: 1st Hearing
The first hearing was held for the lawsuit filed by a former ADOR employee against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-03-17
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 2nd Hearing Postponed
The second hearing of the damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin was postponed.
2025-03-13
NJZ (formerly NewJeans) Fandom Bunnies Submit Petition
Approximately 30,000 members of the NJZ (formerly NewJeans) fandom Bunnies submitted a petition to the court asking for the injunction to be dismissed so that NJZ can carry out activities in a safe and happy environment with people it can trust.
2025-03-12
Weverse Excludes NewJeans from Special App Icon Change Vote
NewJeans was excluded from the special vote to change the Weverse app icon to artists’ representative logos.
This was one of the benefits of the ‘Digital Membership’ that Weverse artists must join, but ADOR did not activate NewJeans’ Digital Membership.
This was one of the benefits of the ‘Digital Membership’ that Weverse artists must join, but ADOR did not activate NewJeans’ Digital Membership.
2025-03-10
BELIFT LAB v. Min Hee-jin: 2nd Hearing
Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12 held the second hearing of the 2 billion won damages lawsuit filed by BELIFT LAB against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin for damages from defamation and obstruction of business.
2025-03-07
Five NJZ Members Attend Injunction Examination Date
The NewJeans members attended the examination date for ADOR’s injunction filing to preserve agency status and prohibit advertising contracts, held by the Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 50.
2025-03-07
ADOR Expands Injunction Request to Ban All NJZ Music Activities and Related Activities
NJZ members and their parents stated in a position statement that “ADOR requested the court to prohibit not only advertising contracts but also all creative activities.”
2025-03-06
Five Major Music Industry Associations Joint Press Conference
The five major music industry associations held a joint press conference, putting forward the slogan “No K-Pop Without Record Producers” and the theme “Please Keep Your Promise,” and claimed that agencies are actually the weaker party in disputes between artists and agencies.
They also said the voice of the ‘manager,’ the perpetrator in The “Ignore Her” Incident, should be heard fairly, and through the phrase “Famous: Innocent, Nameless: Guilty” spoke as if Hanni and the fandom had done wrong.
They also said the voice of the ‘manager,’ the perpetrator in The “Ignore Her” Incident, should be heard fairly, and through the phrase “Famous: Innocent, Nameless: Guilty” spoke as if Hanni and the fandom had done wrong.
2025-02-27
HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk Alleged to Have Tried to Cancel NJZ ComplexCon Performance
Allegations were raised that HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk personally called U.S. contacts to press for NJZ members’ ComplexCon performance to be canceled.
2025-02-19
Five Major Music Industry Associations Release Appeal Calling for Anti-Tampering Law
The five major music industry associations, without accurately establishing the facts, pointed to the HYBE situation as an example of tampering and urged the National Assembly and government to enact an ‘anti-tampering law’ that represents only agencies’ positions.
They also tried to mislead the public with a distorted expression that NewJeans “openly announced that it has a new agent.”
They also tried to mislead the public with a distorted expression that NewJeans “openly announced that it has a new agent.”
2025-02-19
Pressure Over Hanni’s Visa Extension
It was alleged via the njz_pr Instagram account that ADOR exerted unfair pressure during Hanni’s visa extension process.
2025-02-12
ADOR Expands Scope of Injunction to Preserve Agency Status (2025Kahap20037)
ADOR expanded the scope of its injunction request, asking to prohibit not only advertising but also all NJZ music activities such as lyric writing, composing, performing, and singing, as well as all other related activities.
2025-02-11
New Stage Name 'NJZ' Announced
NewJeans announced the new stage name 'NJZ'.
2025-02-07
Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, Hyein Release Official Statement
Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein stated via official SNS, "We have no intention of ever returning to HYBE and ADOR, from which we cannot even expect minimal good faith."
2025-01-23
HYBE v. Min Hee-jin: Lawsuit to Confirm Termination of Shareholders’ Agreement – 1st Hearing
The first hearing was held for HYBE’s lawsuit to confirm termination of the shareholders’ agreement against Min Hee-jin.
2025-01-23
ADOR Releases Official Statement on Application for ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’
ADOR released an official statement regarding its application to the Seoul Central District Court against the NewJeans members for the ‘Injunction to Preserve Agency Status and Prohibit Advertising Contracts’.
2025-01-13
BELIFT LAB v. Min Hee-jin: 1st Hearing
The first hearing was held, under Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12, for the 2 billion won damages lawsuit filed by BELIFT LAB against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-01-10
Source Music v. Min Hee-jin: 1st Hearing
The first hearing was held, under Seoul Western District Court Civil Division 12, for the 500 million won damages lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2025-01-10
ADOR Files Injunction to Preserve Agency Status (2025Kahap20037)
ADOR filed an injunction to preserve agency status and prohibit advertising contracts for the NewJeans members.
2025-01-06
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin Mediation Attempt
A mediation date between Min Hee-jin and the former ADOR employee was held, but mediation failed.
2025-01-06
2024
Korea Startup Forum Releases Position Statement
The Korea Startup Forum posted a position statement titled ‘For Trust in Investment Contracts and a Sustainable Ecosystem,’ stating that NewJeans’ demands are ‘a serious case that could severely undermine the fundamental principles of trust and responsibility that are the basis of the investment ecosystem.’
2024-12-23
ADOR Claims Advertiser and Third-Party Complaints Due to Independent SNS Activity
ADOR claimed that "advertisers and third parties raised complaints due to independent SNS activity outside official accounts."
2024-12-18
NewJeans Members Open Independent Instagram Accounts
NewJeans members opened independent Instagram accounts to communicate directly with fans.
2024-12-15
'Illegal Stay' Framing in Reports on Hanni’s Visa
Malicious 'illegal stay' framing stood out in reports related to Hanni’s visa extension issue.
2024-12-13
Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) Releases Statement
The Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) released a statement with a threatening tone, saying it would exclude NewJeans’ digital and album sales from Circle Chart counts based on unproven tampering suspicions, and also exclude them from music broadcast programs and major domestic music awards that receive data from Circle Chart.
2024-12-13
Korea Entertainment Producers’ Association (KEPA) Releases Position Statement
The Korea Entertainment Producers’ Association (KEPA) belittled NewJeans’ legitimate concerns as ‘selfish and irresponsible claims’ and released a position statement using the inflammatory term ‘new-type tampering’ without specific evidence.
2024-12-06
Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, Hyein Release Official Statement
NewJeans rebutted in an official statement, saying, "We have the right to terminate the contract."
2024-12-06
ADOR Files Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract (2024Kahap113399)
ADOR filed a main lawsuit against the NewJeans members to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract.
2024-12-05
Korea Management Federation (KMF) Releases Position Statement
The Korea Management Federation (KMF) released a position statement saying it was expressing its views on the group NewJeans, the problems of exclusive contracts arising from it, the public’s perspective, and the sense of disillusionment felt by industry workers, and stated that ‘agencies have no choice but to hope for the maintenance and preservation of exclusive contracts from a strictly weaker position.’
2024-12-03
ADOR Releases Official Statement on Filing Lawsuit to Confirm Validity of Exclusive Contract
ADOR released an official statement saying it filed a lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract against NewJeans.
2024-12-03
Min Hee-jin Files Criminal Complaint Against HYBE Former CEO, Chief Communications Officer, and Dispatch Reporter
Min Hee-jin filed a criminal complaint against HYBE’s former CEO, chief communications officer, and a Dispatch reporter for violation of the Network Act.
2024-12-02
NewJeans Terminates Exclusive Contract with ADOR
Because ADOR did not accept the demand for corrective action within the corrective period, the exclusive contract with ADOR was terminated as of November 29, 2024.
2024-11-29
NewJeans Emergency Press Conference (SpaceShare Samseong Station Center, Samseong-dong)
On November 13, 2024, NewJeans sent a Legal Notice to ADOR and, on the last day of the corrective period, announced directly that the contract would be terminated starting after midnight the next day, citing the company’s serious contract violations.
2024-11-28
Former ADOR Employee v. Min Hee-jin: Referral to Mediation
The Seoul Western District Court decided to refer to mediation the lawsuit filed by a former ADOR employee against former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2024-11-28
ADOR Issues Position Statement One Day Before Legal Notice Deadline; Related Articles Reported
One day before the Legal Notice deadline, ADOR released a position statement titled 'Implementation of Actions Following the Artist's Legal Notice,' and many articles were reported.
2024-11-27
Report: HYBE Suspected of Failing to Disclose Related-Party Transactions in Internal Producing
Reports surfaced of suspected failure to disclose related-party transactions in HYBE’s internal producing.
2024-11-27
KFTC Notes HYBE, with 33.9% Internal Transactions, as Company Requiring Ongoing Monitoring
HYBE’s internal transaction ratio was 33.9%, the highest among seven companies, and it was mentioned as a company requiring ongoing monitoring.
2024-11-26
Report: HYBE Requires Consent for Forensics of Personal Devices (Not Company Assets) When Needed Upon Resignation
A clause requiring forensic examination of personal devices in former HYBE employees’ contracts sparked controversy.
2024-11-23
Exclusive Report: HYBE Forces General Employees to Sign 'Non-Compete and Non-Suit Agreement'
It was revealed that HYBE forced general employees to sign a confidential pledge filled with poison pill clauses such as non-compete.
2024-11-21
Min Hee-jin Resigns as ADOR Inside Director and Releases Statement
Former CEO Min Hee-jin stated in a position statement that she was resigning as an inside director of ADOR, and that she would terminate the shareholders’ agreement with HYBE and hold HYBE legally responsible for violations of the shareholders’ agreement.
2024-11-20
BELIFT LAB CEO Faces Allegations of False Claims in Exclusive OSEN Interview
In an exclusive interview with OSEN, the BELIFT LAB CEO claimed that Min Hee-jin’s side did not submit an internal whistleblower’s recordings, text messages, and proposal as evidence, but many outlets reported that they were submitted as evidence, leading to suspicions of a false claim.
2024-11-15
NewJeans Sends Legal Notice ⌜Request for Correction of Exclusive Contract Violations⌟ to ADOR
NewJeans sent ADOR a Legal Notice stating, “Correct the material violations of the exclusive contract within 14 days of receiving this letter,” and said it would terminate the exclusive contract if the demand for corrective action was not accepted.
2024-11-13
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ Files Complaint Against Petitioner for Withdrawing HYBE’s Top Job-Creating Company Designation
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ filed a complaint with the Seoul Yongsan Police Station against the petitioner who filed the petition to withdraw HYBE’s Top Job-Creating Company designation, for obstruction of business and defamation.
2024-11-11
The Hankyoreh Exclusive Report on NewJeans-ILLIT Proposal Plagiarism
The Hankyoreh exclusively reported that after obtaining and comparing the ILLIT proposal and the NewJeans proposal, many similarities were found in document design and strategy.
2024-11-11
Weverse Magazine Reports Official Statement on Internal Documents
Weverse Magazine released an official statement regarding HYBE internal documents.
2024-11-10
Report on Grant of 100 Million Won Provisional Attachment of Former CEO Min Hee-jin’s Yeonnam-dong Multi-Family Home
It was first reported that on September 23, the Seoul Western District Court granted a 100 million won provisional attachment on a multi-family home in Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, registered in former CEO Min’s name.
2024-11-10
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ Announces Complaint Against Petitioner for Withdrawing HYBE’s Top Job-Creating Company Designation
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ announced it would file a complaint against the petitioner who filed the petition to withdraw HYBE’s Top Job-Creating Company designation for obstruction of business and defamation.
2024-11-09
Director Shin Woo-seok Files Criminal Complaint for Defamation Against ADOR Management
It was reported that director Shin Woo-seok filed a criminal complaint for defamation against ADOR management. In response, ADOR stated that about two months earlier it had filed a civil lawsuit against Dolphiners Films and director Shin Woo-seok seeking responsibility for contract breach and damages, and said this was a 'groundless criminal complaint.'
2024-11-08
HYBE Fails to Submit Materials Related to 'Overwork Death Cover-Up Allegations'
Rep. Jung Hye-kyung’s office said HYBE did not submit materials related to the 'overwork death cover-up allegations' and did not provide any separate explanation.
2024-11-08
HYBE Suspected of Attempting to Identify Internal Document Leaker
On HYBE’s Blind, it was confirmed that a notice about responses to the leak security incident had been delivered on the internal network, along with wording indicating they 'investigated the leaker.'
2024-11-07
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ Files Complaint Against Team Bunnies for Violation of the Act on Collection and Use of Donations and Fraud
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ filed a complaint against Team Bunnies for violation of the Act on Collection and Use of Donations and fraud.
2024-11-04
HYBE Faces Insincere Apology Controversy Over Internal Documents
Reports said HYBE stated '(We) have never seen a place that said it received (the contact).' sparking controversy over an insincere apology related to the internal document.
2024-11-01
Second Expose of HYBE Document 'Weekly Music Industry Report'
Some contents of the HYBE document 'Weekly Music Industry Report' were uploaded as a community post along with a whistleblower’s expose.
2024-11-01
Lack of Foreign-Language Apology Regarding HYBE Internal Documents
It sparked controversy that only a Korean-language apology was posted regarding HYBE internal documents.
2024-10-31
Report: Evidence of Chairman Bang Si-hyuk’s Direct Involvement in Sharing HYBE Internal Documents
Reports said there were indications that Chairman Bang Si-hyuk was directly involved in sending the 'HYBE internal documents' to HYBE and subsidiary label top executives.
2024-10-29
HYBE CEO Lee Jae-sang Posts Apology; Scapegoating Controversy
HYBE CEO Lee Jae-sang posted an apology for the 'HYBE monitoring document' and relieved the report author of duties. This sparked controversy over scapegoating.
2024-10-29
Dismissal of Injunction to Convene ADOR Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting and Reappoint Inside Director
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 50 dismissed the injunction filed by former CEO Min against HYBE regarding exercise of voting rights and related matters.
2024-10-29
First Expose of HYBE Document 'Weekly Music Industry Report'
Some contents of the HYBE document 'Weekly Music Industry Report' were uploaded as a community post.
2024-10-28
Additional Disclosure of HYBE Document 'Weekly Music Industry Report'
Additional contents of HYBE’s internal document 'Weekly Music Industry Report' were disclosed.
2024-10-26
HYBE Fails to Disclose Affiliate 'Ocean Drive Investment' Established by CEO Park ********
Amid controversy over HYBE underreporting revenue and failing to pay about 120 million won in waste disposal levy, it was confirmed that it also failed to disclose an affiliate.
2024-10-25
HYBE Controversy Over Underreporting Annual Revenue and Paying Only Half of Plastic Waste Charge
It was revealed that HYBE underreported annual revenue and paid only half of the plastic waste charge. HYBE later explained it was a 'clerical error.'
2024-10-24
National Assembly Audit: Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee
The National Assembly Audit for the Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee was held. Issues such as the 'HYBE appearance evaluation internal report,' 'album pushing,' 'NewJeans plagiarism,' and 'identifying the leaker' were raised.
2024-10-24
First Trial Date for HYBE Employees Charged with Violation of the Financial Investment Services and Capital Markets Act
Seoul Southern District Court Criminal Division 13 (Presiding Judge Kim Sang-yeon) held the first trial date for three HYBE employees charged with violation of the Financial Investment Services and Capital Markets Act.
2024-10-22
Report: Suspected Collusive Relationship Between HYBE and Korean Sport & Olympic Committee
Multiple outlets reported that HYBE provided about 5,000 light sticks, but it was confirmed that the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee purchased 2,000 light sticks and that HYBE actually sponsored only 3,000.
2024-10-21
HYBE CEO Lee Jae-sang Emphasizes “We Are Team HYBE” at Employee Town Hall Meeting
HYBE CEO Lee Jae-sang said at an employee town hall meeting, “HYBE’s financial condition is healthy,” and “We are Team HYBE.”
2024-10-17
ADOR Reappoints Min Hee-jin as Inside Director
ADOR held an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting and passed the agenda to reappoint former CEO Min as an inside director.
2024-10-17
Weverse Controversy Over Mandatory Paid Membership Starting December 1
Weverse’s decision to introduce a new paid service starting December 1 sparked controversy that it exploits labels and fans.
2024-10-17
National Assembly Audit: Environment and Labor Committee
The National Assembly Audit for the Environment and Labor Committee was held. Hanni and ADOR CEO Kim Ju-young attended, and HYBE’s 'overwork death cover-up' allegations were raised.
2024-10-15
BELIFT LAB to Submit New Evidence Proving 'NewJeans Plagiarism' Claims Are False
BELIFT LAB released a statement saying it plans to submit new evidence proving the 'NewJeans plagiarism' claim is false.
2024-10-11
Min Hee-jin Reveals HYBE Internal Whistleblower’s Testimony that 'ILLIT Plagiarized NewJeans from the Planning Stage'
Min Hee-jin’s side revealed at the injunction examination date an internal whistleblower’s testimony that 'ILLIT plagiarized NewJeans from the planning stage.'
2024-10-11
Examination Date for Injunction to Convene ADOR Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting and Reappoint Inside Director
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 50 (Senior Presiding Judge Kim Sang-hoon) held the examination date for the injunction lawsuit filed by Min Hee-jin against HYBE regarding exercise of voting rights and related matters.
2024-10-11
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ Posts Update
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ posted that it contacted Rep. Ahn Ho-young’s office and Rep. Kim Hyung-dong’s office about the National Assembly audit and received responses.
2024-10-10
HYBE PR Team Park ******** and Cho ******** Allegedly Requested Name Removal from Article
A suspicion surfaced in the community that HYBE PR team Park ******** and Cho ******** asked for their names to be removed from an article.
2024-10-09
HYBE Says ADOR CEO Kim ******** Not Necessarily Required to Attend National Assembly Audit
The National Assembly Environment and Labor Committee selected Hanni as a reference witness and CEO Kim ******** as a witness, but the HYBE side said, “Being selected as a witness or reference witness does not necessarily mean they must attend.”
2024-10-08
BELIFT LAB Releases Statement Denying Manager’s “Ignore Her” Remark
BELIFT LAB denied the manager’s “Ignore Her” remark while stating a position that shifted HYBE’s responsibility for revealing the artists’ real names first onto the fan community.
2024-10-07
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ Posts Statement and Collects Petitions
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ wrote a statement about Rep. Ahn Ho-young and collected petitions.
2024-10-04
Team Bunnies Claims HYBE Tried to Investigate Team Bunnies’ Personal Information
Team Bunnies claimed via a Twitter post that HYBE tried to investigate Team Bunnies’ personal information.
2024-10-03
‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ Account Appears and Posts First Post
An account called ‘Team K-Pop (@TEAM_K_POP)’ appeared and posted its first post.
2024-10-01
HYBE IM – ADOR Internal Transaction of 4 Billion Won for Unclear Purpose
It was reported that a 4 billion won internal transaction between HYBE IM and ADOR for an unclear purpose (claimed to be Rhythm Hive game royalties) took place.
2024-09-30
Underreported Hyein’s Departure for Louis Vuitton Paris Fashion Week
Hyein’s departure for Louis Vuitton Paris Fashion Week was not properly reported.
2024-09-29
Min Hee-jin Lecture at '2024 Hyundai Card DaVinci Motel'
Min Hee-jin appeared at '2024 Hyundai Card DaVinci Motel' and successfully concluded her lecture.
2024-09-27
ADOR Board Proposes Compromise: 'Remain Inside Director, Not CEO' to Min Hee-jin
ADOR proposed a compromise to Min Hee-jin: 'Remain inside director; CEO not allowed.'
2024-09-25
Tip Says 'Malicious Rumors Are Spreading' After Jang Hyung-woo’s Recording Disclosure
HYBE’s PR team obstructed the job move of reporter Jang Hyung-woo, who reported the recording disclosure, and spread malicious rumors.
2024-09-25
Seoul Shinmun Reporter Jang Hyung-woo Reveals 'HYBE’s Media Control' on CBS Radio *Kim Hyun-jung’s News Show*
Seoul Shinmun reporter Jang Hyung-woo disclosed recordings related to 'HYBE’s media control' on CBS Radio.
2024-09-25
HYBE Suspected of Community Monitoring and Management via Viral Marketing Agency
Suspicions were raised that HYBE was monitoring and managing communities through a viral marketing agency.
2024-09-23
Seoul Western District Court Grants Former ADOR Employee’s Provisional Attachment Request Against Min Hee-jin’s Real Estate (2024Kadan54520)
The Seoul Western District Court granted the provisional attachment of Min Hee-jin’s real estate requested by a former ADOR employee.
2024-09-23
Japan’s Gendai Business Deletes Article 'HYBE’s Overwhelming Financial Power'
The Gendai Business article 'HYBE’s Overwhelming Financial Power' was deleted. The article contained indications that HYBE induced favorable coverage in exchange for unusual reporting support.
2024-09-21
HYBE Blind Internal Board: Some Employees’ Derogatory Remarks About NewJeans and Jungkook
Some employees made inappropriate remarks derogating NewJeans and Jungkook on the HYBE Blind internal board, sparking controversy.
2024-09-15
Min Hee-jin Files Injunction (2024Kahap21391) to Convene ADOR Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting and Reappoint Inside Director
Former CEO Min Hee-jin filed an injunction application at the Seoul Central District Court to convene an ADOR extraordinary shareholders’ meeting and reappoint an inside director.
2024-09-13
Suspicion That HYBE Used AI for Public Opinion Management
After suspicions arose that HYBE used AI to manage public opinion, an article was reported as if the Bunnies who support NewJeans’ actions had used AI.
2024-09-12
HYBE Discloses 'Other Group' Information Hanni Did Not Mention via Article
HYBE itself disclosed through an article the "other group" information that Hanni did not mention in the emergency live broadcast.
2024-09-12
HYBE Tells The Leaves, “If You Write an Article, We Will Report You to the Press Arbitration Commission”
It was reported that HYBE’s Cho ******** said to The Leaves, “If you write an article, we will report you to the Press Arbitration Commission.”
2024-09-12
NewJeans Emergency Live Broadcast (What NewJeans Wants to Say)
NewJeans held an emergency live broadcast. It was revealed that an 'other group manager' said “Ignore her” in front of Hanni, and that the members first learned of CEO Min Hee-jin’s dismissal through an article.
2024-09-11
HYBE Cho ******** Controversy Over Inappropriate Remarks on Facebook
HYBE’s Cho ******** made inappropriate remarks on personal Facebook, sparking controversy.
2024-09-11
Director Shin Woo-seok Announces Fact Correction and Banheesoo Channel Restoration Regarding ADOR (CEO Kim ********) Statement on September 9
Director Shin Woo-seok expressed anger at the statement released on the 9th by ADOR (CEO Kim ********) and announced fact corrections and Banheesoo channel restoration.
2024-09-10
Director Shin Woo-seok Posts Statement Requesting Apology from ADOR (CEO Kim ********) and ADOR Issues Rebuttal Statement
Director Shin Woo-seok announced a statement saying he would transfer the Banheesoo channel to ADOR if it apologized, but ADOR issued a statement saying, 'Do not hold the YouTube channel hostage and increase the anxiety of the artists and fandom.'
2024-09-09
Reports on Kim Keon-hee & Prime Minister Kishida’s Wife Yuko Kishida Visiting HYBE Deleted/Edited
Kim Keon-hee and Prime Minister Kishida’s wife Yuko Kishida visited HYBE. Most related articles were deleted shortly after publication or had the name 'HYBE' removed.
2024-09-06
HYBE & Weverse Company Selected as '2024 Top Job-Creating Company'
HYBE and Weverse Company were both selected as Top Job-Creating Companies.
2024-09-06
ADOR (CEO Kim ********) Rebuts Director Shin Woo-seok’s September 2 Official Statement; Shin Rebuts Again
ADOR (CEO Kim Ju-young) said, “Dolphiners Films director Shin Woo-seok is spreading false information,” and director Shin Woo-seok angrily rebutted again.
2024-09-03
ADOR (CEO Kim ********) Demands Deletion of 'ETA Director’s Cut' and 'Banheesoo' Channel from Director Shin Woo-seok
Due to the deletion request from ADOR (CEO Kim Ju-young), all NewJeans-related videos and channels previously produced and uploaded by Dolphiners Films, as well as videos planned for future upload, could no longer be released.
2024-09-02
ADOR Proposes Unreasonable Contract for NewJeans Producing After Min Hee-jin’s Dismissal
After Min Hee-jin’s dismissal, a producing contract for NewJeans was sent, but it was a very short two-month contract and contained many poison pill clauses allowing ADOR to terminate unilaterally.
2024-08-30
Min Hee-jin Forced Dismissal & Kim Ju-young Appointed New CEO
CEO Min Hee-jin was forcibly dismissed, and the NewJeans members learned the news through an article.
2024-08-27
Former ADOR Employee B Files Civil and Criminal Lawsuits Against Min Hee-jin
A former employee who reported sexual harassment and workplace harassment at ADOR filed a complaint against Min Hee-jin for defamation, violation of the Personal Information Protection Act, and other charges.
2024-08-27
Former ADOR Employee B Announces Complaint Against Min Hee-jin for 'Concealment of Sexual Harassment' Allegations
Former ADOR employee B said they would file civil and criminal complaints against Min Hee-jin for violation of the Labor Standards Act and the Personal Information Protection Act, spreading false information, and other charges.
2024-08-23
ADOR Vice President Lee ******** Controversy Over Posting Min Hee-jin’s Work Achievements on LinkedIn
ADOR Vice President Lee ******** posted Min Hee-jin’s ADOR-era works (debut pop-up, Bingky Bong) on LinkedIn and spoke as if they were his own achievements, sparking controversy.
2024-08-15
Articles Unnecessarily Linking Channel Fullmoon's 'NewJeans Dorm' Mention with '5.2 Billion Won Settlement'
Articles reporting NewJeans’ appearance on Channel Fullmoon unnecessarily linked the 'NewJeans dorm' and the '5.2 billion won settlement.'
2024-08-09
Reports on Former ADOR Employee B’s Claims of 'Sexual Harassment'
Articles were reported regarding former ADOR employee B’s claims of 'sexual harassment.'
2024-08-09
Min Hee-jin Lecture Announced for '2024 Hyundai Card DaVinci Motel'
Reports said CEO Min Hee-jin would appear at '2024 Hyundai Card DaVinci Motel.'
2024-08-07
Reports of 'Public and Fan Fatigue Intensifying' Due to HYBE–Min Hee-jin Conflict
Articles reported that public and fan fatigue was intensifying due to the HYBE–Min Hee-jin conflict.
2024-08-04
Second Report on NewJeans’ Non-Participation in GRAMMY Museum 'HYBE Artists' Exhibition
Articles reported that NewJeans would “ultimately not participate” in the GRAMMY Museum 'HYBE Artists' exhibition.
2024-08-02
Articles Report 'Bunnies Funeral Wreath Protest' Coinciding with LE SSERAFIM Member’s Birthday
Articles reported controversy that a LE SSERAFIM member’s birthday coincided with the 'Bunnies funeral wreath protest.'
2024-07-29
Dispatch Leaks NewJeans Members’ Medical Records and Trainee Videos Without Authorization
NewJeans members’ medical records and trainee-era videos were leaked without authorization.
2024-07-23
ADOR (CEO Min Hee-jin) Statement on Member Poaching Controversy, Plagiarism Dispute, and Shamanism-Based Management
In relation to the Dispatch article reported that day on the "member poaching controversy and shamanism-based management controversy," as well as the "Shakatak plagiarism dispute," ADOR (CEO Min Hee-jin) wrote two statements.
2024-07-23
Source Music Statement in Response to ADOR (CEO Min Hee-jin) Statement
Source Music wrote a statement saying that the "statement written by ADOR (CEO Min Hee-jin)" was false and announced strong legal action. (As of July 27, 2025, Source Music continues to postpone the third hearing.)
2024-07-23
Shakatak — Follow-up Report on the “Bubble Gum” Plagiarism Allegations
After the British band Shakatak sent a Legal Notice saying, “Stop using ‘Bubble Gum’ and pay damages,” ADOR requested that they “submit an authoritative analysis report,” but they did not respond.
2024-07-18
Recording of HYBE PR Head Cho ********’s Reverse-Viral Response to Seoul Shinmun Reporter Jang Hyung-woo’s Report
After Seoul Shinmun reporter Jang Hyung-woo’s report ⌜Bang Si-hyuk VS Min Hee-jin, Round 2… Why HYBE’s subsidiary labels are lining up with lawsuits⌟, HYBE’s PR side downplayed NewJeans’ achievements and requested revisions to the article.
They also said things like, ‘NewJeans’ Japan performance is not as good as expected,’ and ‘the members were gaslighted by Min Hee-jin.’
They also said things like, ‘NewJeans’ Japan performance is not as good as expected,’ and ‘the members were gaslighted by Min Hee-jin.’
2024-07-17
Source Music Files 500 Million Won Damages Lawsuit Against Former CEO Min Hee-jin for Defamation/Obstruction of Business and Insult
Source Music filed a damages lawsuit against former CEO Min Hee-jin for defamation, obstruction of business, and insult.
2024-07-15
Exclusive Report on NewJeans’ Non-Participation in GRAMMY Museum 'HYBE Artists' Exhibition
Both sides’ positions regarding NewJeans not participating in the GRAMMY Museum 'HYBE Artists' exhibition were exclusively reported.
2024-07-15
Report: Additional Investigation Needed for CEO Min Hee-jin’s Occupational Breach of Trust Allegations
Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner Jo Ji-ho said additional investigation was needed regarding ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin’s occupational breach of trust allegations.
2024-07-15
Headline on Article About 'Excessive Fandom Spending': “NewJeans Umbrella Costs 120,000 Won”
An article about fandom marketing promoting 'excessive and unnecessary consumption' unnecessarily used a NewJeans photo first and used the phrase “NewJeans umbrella costs 120,000 won.”
2024-07-14
First Report on NewJeans’ Non-Participation in GRAMMY Museum 'HYBE Artists' Exhibition
Articles reported that NewJeans would not participate in the GRAMMY Museum 'HYBE Artists' exhibition.
2024-07-10
CEO Min Hee-jin Questioned by Police Regarding Occupational Breach of Trust Allegations
ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin received a first summons for questioning regarding 'occupational breach of trust' allegations.
2024-07-09
Exclusive Report on NewJeans Japan Debut Album Classified as 'J-pop'
Segye Ilbo reporter Lee Bok-jin exclusively reported that criticism was emerging that it was unfortunate for NewJeans’ Japan debut album to be classified as 'J-pop.'
2024-07-03
Reports on KFTC Investigation Into PUBG Collaboration Probability Items
Articles reported that the KFTC was investigating the controversy related to NewJeans – PUBG collaboration probability items.
2024-06-30
Reports on BELIFT LAB’s ILLIT Choreographer’s 'Forced Retro' Dig Controversy
An ILLIT choreographer at BELIFT LAB uploaded an Instagram Story with remarks that seemed to take aim at ADOR’s group NewJeans and ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin.
2024-06-27
Official Announcement of Compensation/Refund Plan for 'NewJeans – PUBG Collaboration'
'PUBG: Battlegrounds (hereafter PUBG) announced an official compensation plan for the NewJeans collaboration.
2024-06-27
Reports on the Forced Coined Term 'NewJeans-like (뉴진스럽다)'
It was reported that amid various issues related to the NewJeans – PUBG collaboration, the neologism 'NewJeans-like (뉴진스럽다)' emerged.
2024-06-23
Sexual Harassment Issue Emerges in NewJeans – PUBG Collaboration
Some game users created and shared sexually harassing content using NewJeans – PUBG collaboration characters, sparking controversy, and the game company and agency responded.
2024-06-20
Reports Saying "NewJeans' Departure Hall Is Empty and Becoming a Talking Point"
Articles used expressions like "can't see the fans" and "empty departure hall" to describe an atmosphere suggesting that fan interest in NewJeans is not what it used to be.
2024-06-20
Reports on Controversy Over NewJeans – PUBG Collaboration Item Probabilities
Krafton incorrectly disclosed the winning probabilities for limited items from its NewJeans collaboration, sparking controversy.
2024-06-17
BELIFT LAB Posts Full Official Statement and Video (BELIFT LAB’s Position on Plagiarism Claims)
BELIFT LAB attempted to explain the 'ILLIT plagiarism controversy' through a statement and video titled 'BELIFT LAB's Position on Plagiarism Claims'.
2024-06-10
BELIFT LAB Files Additional 2 Billion Won Damages Lawsuit Against Former CEO Min Hee-jin
BELIFT LAB filed an additional damages lawsuit seeking 2 billion won against former CEO Min Hee-jin.
2024-06-10
Reports Say 'How Sweet' First-Week Album Sales "Halved"
Some media reported that 'How Sweet' first-week album sales were "halved" compared to 'Get Up'.
2024-06-04
International Petition Calling for "Min Hee-jin to Leave HYBE" Emerges
An international petition calling for CEO Min Hee-jin to leave HYBE appeared. The petitioner’s ID was revealed as ARMY Forever.
2024-06-04
CEO Min Hee-jin’s Second Press Conference (Korea Press Center, Jung-gu)
CEO Min Hee-jin held a second press conference and proposed reconciliation to HYBE.
2024-05-31
⌜2024Kahap20635⌟ Partial Grant of Injunction to Prohibit Exercise of Voting Rights
The Seoul Central District Court Civil Division 50 (Presiding Judge Kim Sang-hoon) partially granted the injunction, stating that “based on the claims and materials submitted so far, HYBE’s asserted grounds for dismissing or forcing the resignation of CEO Min have not been sufficiently substantiated.”
2024-05-30
CEO Min Hee-jin’s Private Messages Leaked (Shamanism-Based Management)
TV Daily obtained and exclusively reported messages between CEO Min Hee-jin and a shaman acquaintance.
2024-05-27
BELIFT LAB Files Criminal Complaint Against Former CEO Min Hee-jin for Obstruction of Business and Defamation
BELIFT LAB filed a criminal complaint against former CEO Min Hee-jin on charges of obstruction of business and defamation.
2024-05-22
Reports on Plagiarism Allegations Involving NewJeans and Mexico's 'Jeans'
Reports claimed that "the girl group NewJeans (NewsJeans) copied Mexico's girl group Jeans."
2024-05-20
CEO Min Hee-jin’s Private Messages Leaked (Entertainment President Lee Jin-ho (Behind-the-Scenes))
On May 17, 2024, the Entertainment President Lee Jin-ho (Behind-the-Scenes) channel leaked CEO Min Hee-jin’s private messages through a video titled ‘Shocking Exclusive! We Reveal NewJeans Materials’.
2024-05-17
HYBE Releases Response to CEO Min Hee-jin's Whistleblower Email
HYBE released a detailed response to CEO Min Hee-jin’s whistleblower email sent to HYBE management on April 16, 2024.
2024-05-17
Exclusive Report on Full Text of CEO Min Hee-jin's Whistleblower Email Sent to HYBE Management
Sports Kyunghyang exclusively reported the full text of CEO Min Hee-jin’s whistleblower email sent to HYBE management on April 16, 2024.
2024-05-17
HYBE Says, "If ILLIT Copied NewJeans, Then the Cookie+Kalguksu Controversy Is Also True"
HYBE was seen using the 'Cookie' lyrics controversy and the 'kalguksu' cyberbullying victimization as tools in the public opinion battle to blur the essence of the ILLIT plagiarism controversy and attack CEO Min Hee-jin.
2024-05-17
Reports on Allegations of Contact Between Naver, Dunamu, and Min Hee-jin
Reports claimed that CEO Min Hee-jin contacted Naver and Dunamu to pursue a management takeover of ADOR.
2024-05-17
Hearing Held for Injunction to Prohibit Exercise of Voting Rights (2024Kahap20635)
The hearing for the injunction filed by CEO Min Hee-jin against HYBE to prohibit exercise of voting rights lasted about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
2024-05-17
HYBE Requests FSS Investigation of ADOR Management
HYBE reported ADOR management to the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) for alleged use of undisclosed information and market manipulation.
2024-05-14
Exclusive and Related Reports on HYBE Management's Meeting with NewJeans' Parents (Long Vacation Mention, Shamanism-Based Management Media Play, Face Recognition Disorder Excuse)
The contents of the April 25, 2024 meeting between NewJeans' parents and HYBE management were first revealed through Ilgan Sports' exclusive phone interview with a NewJeans member's mother, Ms. A.
HYBE asked that the 'shamanism-based management' remarks not be relayed to the members, then reported them an hour later, and offered 'face recognition disorder' as the reason for Bang Si-hyuk's ignoring greetings. It also foreshadowed a hiatus of up to a year and a half after the Tokyo Dome fan meeting.
HYBE asked that the 'shamanism-based management' remarks not be relayed to the members, then reported them an hour later, and offered 'face recognition disorder' as the reason for Bang Si-hyuk's ignoring greetings. It also foreshadowed a hiatus of up to a year and a half after the Tokyo Dome fan meeting.
2024-05-13
Exclusive Report on Parents' Opinion Letter Submitted to ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin
The contents of the opinion letter sent by NewJeans' parents to CEO Min Hee-jin on March 31, 2024, and the full text of the protest email sent by CEO Min Hee-jin on April 3, 2024 were reported for the first time.
2024-05-13
Shakatak — Initial Report on the “Bubble Gum” Plagiarism Allegations
It reported that, according to the industry, there was controversy on YouTube and communities that 'Bubble Gum' is similar to Shakatak's 'Easier Said Than Done'.
2024-05-13
HYBE Conducts Coercive Late-Night Audit of NewJeans' Stylist Team Leader
HYBE conducted a late-night audit of NewJeans' stylist team leader for over five hours, pressured them by mentioning embezzlement and breach of trust charges and a police investigation, and coercively seized a laptop from their home.
2024-05-10
Report Claims 'Bubble Gum' Is 'Not on the Charts' Even Before Release
An incomprehensible report said that 'Bubble Gum' was 'not on the charts' even before its release.
2024-05-08
CEO Min Hee-jin Files Injunction (2024Kahap20635) to Prohibit Exercise of Voting Rights on Dismissal Agenda
On the 7th, ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin filed an injunction at the Seoul Central District Court against HYBE to prohibit exercise of voting rights regarding her dismissal.
2024-05-07
ADOR Releases Official Statement Correcting Facts on Management Takeover, Monetary Compensation, Whistleblowing, and Audit Process
ADOR released an official statement clarifying accurate facts about misreported matters such as management takeover, monetary compensation, whistleblowing, and the audit process.
2024-05-02
ADOR Releases Official Statement Regarding Reports on CEO Min Hee-jin's 'Authority to Terminate Contracts of Affiliated Artists'
ADOR stated in an official statement the background for requesting authority earlier this year to terminate NewJeans' contract.
2024-05-02
⌜*Kim Hyun-jung's News Show*⌟ Exclusive Interview with Min Hee-jin
An exclusive interview with CEO Min Hee-jin was conducted on ⌜*Kim Hyun-jung's News Show*⌟.
2024-04-26
HYBE Management Meets with NewJeans' Parents
HYBE asked that the 'shamanism-based management' remarks not be relayed to the members, then reported them an hour later, and offered 'face recognition disorder' as the reason for Bang Si-hyuk's ignoring greetings. It also foreshadowed a hiatus of up to a year and a half after the Tokyo Dome fan meeting.
2024-04-25
HYBE Media Play: 'NewJeans Psychological Healing and Emotional Stability' & 'We Will Protect NewJeans'
HYBE released an official statement saying 'We will protect NewJeans' and that it would provide full support for NewJeans' psychological healing and emotional stability.
2024-04-25
HYBE Files Complaint Against Min Hee-jin and ADOR Management for 'Occupational Breach of Trust and Other Allegations'
HYBE filed a complaint against Min Hee-jin and ADOR management for alleged occupational breach of trust and other charges, and promised NewJeans' psychological healing and emotional stability.
2024-04-25
HYBE Releases Official Statement on CEO Min Hee-jin's First Press Conference
HYBE released an official statement on CEO Min Hee-jin's first press conference.
2024-04-25
CEO Min Hee-jin's First Press Conference (Korea Conference Center, Seocho-dong)
CEO Min Hee-jin held her first press conference.
2024-04-25
Distortion of NewJeans' Debut Narrative and Timeline
Through Dispatch, it reported while intentionally omitting key context in the debut process, including the core premise of 'HYBE breaking its promise,' and distorting the NewJeans debut timeline.
2024-04-24
Unusually Fast Truck Protest Saying 'We Support NewJeans Under HYBE'
A truck protest with unclear organizers proceeded with the message 'We support NewJeans under HYBE.' The protest took place at an unusually fast pace, only 1 day 21 hours 6 minutes (45 hours 6 minutes) after the incident broke.
2024-04-24
Negative Framing by Linking NewJeans to the FIFTY FIFTY Incident
Reports continued to create a negative frame by linking NewJeans to the FIFTY FIFTY incident.
2024-04-24
ADOR Releases Official Statement on the 'ILLIT Copying NewJeans' Issue
CEO Min Hee-jin refuted claims that she was trying to seize ADOR's management control, saying they were completely untrue, and released a statement on the 'ILLIT copying NewJeans' issue.
2024-04-22
Reports: HYBE 'Invoked Audit Rights Due to CEO Min Hee-jin's Attempted Management Takeover'
HYBE ran reports saying it invoked audit rights due to CEO Min Hee-jin's attempted management takeover, one day before the whistleblower response deadline and six days before the 'Bubble Gum' comeback.
2024-04-22
HYBE Responds to CEO Min Hee-jin's Whistleblower Email
HYBE sent a response to CEO Min Hee-jin's whistleblower email sent on April 16, 2024.
2024-04-22
ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin Sends Whistleblower Email to HYBE Management
She pointed out HYBE's "album pushing," "discrimination between labels," "excessive involvement in each label's operations," and "HYBE's lax management ethics," and demanded corrective action and a response.
2024-04-16
ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin Sends Protest Email to HYBE/BELIFT LAB
CEO Min Hee-jin compiled the contents of the opinion letter submitted by NewJeans members' parents on March 31, 2024, and sent it to HYBE.
2024-04-03
NewJeans' Legal Representatives (Parents) Submit Opinion Letter to ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin
The members' parents submitted an opinion letter stating that they were deeply concerned that a group debuting under another HYBE label had many similarities with NewJeans and that controversy had arisen, and that they wanted to strongly protest to HYBE and receive a response and corrective measures.
2024-03-31
2023
BELIFT LAB Receives NewJeans Planning Proposal and Faces Plagiarism Allegations
“I shared the NewJeans planning proposal with a HYBE official who was having difficulty planning, but I never thought they would actually do that. I never imagined they would make the exact same thing.”
2023-08-28
Reports: HYBE Acquires All BELIFT LAB Shares and Makes It a Subsidiary
HYBE said it signed a contract to acquire a 51.5% stake in BELIFT LAB from CJ ENM. As a result, HYBE came to own 100% of BELIFT LAB’s shares.
2023-08-10
Controversy Over Three HYBE Employees Trading Shares Before Stock Price Plunge Using Insider Information
The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) special judicial police investigated three HYBE employees who traded shares using insider information and referred them to prosecutors with a recommendation for indictment.
2023-05-31
2022
ADOR Releases Official Statement on NewJeans 'Cookie' Lyrics Controversy
ADOR released an official statement explaining the controversy related to NewJeans' 'Cookie' lyrics.
2022-08-27
ADOR's First Girl Group 'NewJeans' Debuts
ADOR's first girl group 'NewJeans' debuted.
2022-07-22
ADOR Announces Official Debut of Its First Girl Group
"The first female group of HYBE (HYBE)'s new label ADOR will officially debut."
2022-07-01
HYBE's First Girl Group 'LE SSERAFIM' Debuts
"Initially, HYBE's first girl group project was known to be led by former HYBE CBO (Chief Brand Officer) Min Hee-jin, a brain from SM Entertainment, but it was confirmed that she was excluded from the LE SSERAFIM team."
2022-05-02
Reports: Bang Si-hyuk Is Executive Producer of HYBE's First Girl Group 'LE SSERAFIM'
Reports said HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk handled executive production of HYBE's first girl group LE SSERAFIM's debut album.
2022-03-30
HYBE Reveals Its First Girl Group 'LE SSERAFIM'
Reports said that 'the girl group LE SSERAFIM, a collaboration between HYBE and its subsidiary label Source Music, will debut in May.'
2022-03-28
Reports: HYBE to Debut Two Rookie Girl Groups in 2022
"HYBE's first girl group is set to come from its subsidiary label Source Music, and another label, ADOR, is also preparing a rookie team with the aim of debuting this year."
2022-03-17
Bang Si-hyuk Releases Proof Photo Announcing Recruitment of M*** S** & KIM ***
HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk announced the recruitment of former IZ*ONE members M*** S** and KIM ***.
2022-03-14
Min Hee-jin Named a Variety 'Woman of Impact in Global Entertainment'
CEO Min Hee-jin was named by U.S. entertainment outlet Variety as a 'Woman of Impact in Global Entertainment'.
2022-03-03
Reports on HYBE's 2022 Rookie Girl Group Launch Blueprint
An article reported on three HYBE girl groups (Min Hee-jin girl group&S** girl group+BELIFT LAB 'I-LAND Season 2' selection plan).
2022-01-09
2021
Ban on NewJeans Promotion and Mentioning 'All Members Are Rookies'
HYBE forced a ban on promoting NewJeans and mentioning that all members are rookies until another group (LE SSERAFIM) debuted, but CEO Min Hee-jin appeared on *You Quiz on the Block* and promoted them herself.
2021-12-01
ADOR Holds Global Audition
"Attention is focused on the artist branding innovations that CEO Min Hee-jin will carry out through the 'ADOR Global Audition' following the 2022 rookie girl group launch."
2021-12-01
Official Report on Establishment of ADOR
"'ADOR' is scheduled to introduce its first rookie girl group in 2022. It was planned around members selected through the 2019 'Plus Global Audition'."
2021-11-12
ADOR Established
A new label 'ADOR' led by CBO Min Hee-jin was established.
2021-11-02
M*** S** Completes Contract with HYBE
"S** concluded an exclusive contract with HYBE and will fully join HYBE's subsidiary Source Music's new girl group."
2021-09-23
Reports: 'Produce 48' Huh ***, S** & KIM *** Join HYBE New Girl Group
After this article, the HYBE girl group and the 'Min Hee-jin girl group' began to be reported as completely separate.
2021-08-24
Exclusive Report on M*** S** Exclusive Contract Rumor with HYBE Subsidiary Source Music
"M*** S**'s entry this time was reported to be for signing a contract with HYBE's subsidiary label (Source Music)."
2021-08-19
Reports That M*** S** and KIM *** Will Join the 'Min Hee-jin Girl Group' & HYBE Remains Silent
Articles reported that M*** S** and KIM *** would join CBO Min Hee-jin's first HYBE girl group.
2021-08-18
Report: Former IZ*ONE Member 'KIM ***' Heading to HYBE Source Music
"KIM *** is expected to be active as a member of a new girl group being prepared by Source Music under the HYBE label."
2021-08-17
HYBE Repeatedly States "Nothing Has Been Decided"
"Even regarding articles claiming that IZ*ONE's S** would join the new girl group led by Min Hee-jin, HYBE said "nothing has been decided," and even for today's report about KIM ***, it said "we cannot confirm.""
2021-08-17
ADOR (CBO Office) → HYBE (Park ********) Email Sent
CEO Min Hee-jin (ADOR CBO Office) sent an email to HYBE (Park ********) protesting that NewJeans' launch strategy, which she had said was difficult to implement at Source Music, was being copied by Source Music and reconsidered.
2021-07-13
Source Music & Big Hit Entertainment Cast Minji and Hanni in BTS MV Without Consultation with CEO Min Hee-jin
Without prior consultation with CEO Min Hee-jin, trainee Minji and Hanni were made to appear in a BTS music video.
2021-07-09
HYBE Unilaterally Notifies Delay of Existing First Girl Group (Team N) Debut
HYBE pushed back the debut of the existing project (Team N), seized the title of HYBE's first girl group, and this became the catalyst for CEO Min Hee-jin establishing her independent label, ADOR.
2021-06-01
M*** S** Graduates from Her Former Japanese Group HKT48
"M*** S**, who finished IZ*ONE activities, was reported to be graduating from her former Japanese group HKT48."
2021-05-13
CEO Min Hee-jin Mentions Label Launch
In an interview with W Korea, CEO Min Hee-jin said, "Separate from the girl group launch, I'm planning a label I will lead."
2021-04-06
Min Hee-jin Reveals HYBE's New CI Design
Min Hee-jin, who moved from SM Entertainment to Big Hit Entertainment, introduced the CI as HYBE launched. As CBO, Min Hee-jin oversees development of the new corporate brand and the new headquarters' space branding and design.
2021-03-19
Exclusive Report: Former IZ*ONE Member 'M*** S**' to Join Big Hit Entertainment
"On the 11th, rumors emerged that IZ*ONE member M*** S** would join Big Hit Entertainment, the agency of group 'BTS'."
2021-03-11
2020
Big Hit Entertainment Announces 2021 Girl Group Debut
“We can't reveal much yet, but the girl group was formed from members selected through a global audition. It will be a global girl group consisting of multinational members and people fluent in languages.”
2020-08-13
Source Music Revises Concept to "Peers of Teen Girls Worldwide" and "Global Influencer"
In August 2020, Source Music revised its launch strategy to "peers of teen girls worldwide" and "global influencer," but issues were raised that it was very similar to CEO Min Hee-jin's May launch strategy.
2020-08-01
CEO Min Hee-jin Proposes "Teen Influencer" and "Teens' Empathy and Aspiration" Concepts
In the May 2020 CBO Office launch strategy she wrote herself, CEO Min Hee-jin proposed the "Teen Influencer" and "teens' empathy and aspiration" concepts.
2020-05-01
Source Music Presents "Beautiful Ruler Growth Narrative" Concept
In March 2020, Source Music presented a launch direction called "beautiful ruler growth narrative."
2020-03-01
Reports of Big Hit Entertainment's Pledis M&A and Denial Saying "Nothing Has Been Decided"
Reports said Big Hit Entertainment would acquire Pledis Entertainment, but Big Hit Entertainment stated that "nothing has been decided."
2020-01-13
2019
Big Hit Entertainment x Source Music Hold ⌜Plus Global Audition⌟
“It is drawing significant attention as the first girl group presented with Big Hit Entertainment CEO Bang Si-hyuk and CBO Min Hee-jin at the forefront.”
2019-09-04
Bang Si-hyuk Announces Preparations to Launch Girl Group with Source Music and Min Hee-jin
"Big Hit Entertainment and Source Music will hold a global audition together. CBO Min Hee-jin will also participate. We ask for much interest in the Plus Global Audition, which will be held to form the debut lineup of a rookie girl group."
2019-08-21
Big Hit Entertainment Acquires Source Music
Big Hit Entertainment (Big Hit Entertainment) acquired Source Music.
2019-07-29
Reports: Min Hee-jin Joins Big Hit Entertainment as Chief Brand Officer (CBO)
Former SM Entertainment director Min Hee-jin joined Big Hit Entertainment as CBO.
2019-07-01
Min Hee-jin Confirmed to Join Big Hit Entertainment as Chief Brand Officer (CBO)
"When I joined, I was given three major tasks. First, to complete the company's rebranding project. Second, to launch a girl group. Third, to launch Min Hee-jin's label."
2019-01-13
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