Min Heejin faces a significant financial burden as she continues her legal battle against HYBE following her dismissal as ADOR’s CEO. She has already spent 2.3 billion won on legal fees and remains determined to fight for her position.
Category: K-Pop
FIFTY FIFTY and Their Promotions Across K-pop Stages
FIFTY FIFTY began their promotions with a debut performance of “SOS” on M Countdown, captivating fans with their live show and floral outfits. The group shared the message behind their new song, encouraging self-love, and showcased key choreography.
Stray Kids Set to Perform at AMAs Amid Mixed Reactions
Stray Kids will perform at the AMAs 50th-anniversary special on October 6, marking their second major U.S. show. Despite global success with Billboard and MTV wins, reactions in Korea remain lukewarm due to past issues with Hyunjin.
FIFTY FIFTY Album Review: Love Tune Receives High Praise
FIFTY FIFTY album Love Tune received high praise in So Seung-geun’s review, scoring 4.5 stars on IZM. The critic highlighted the group’s exceptional vocals and strong song selection, emphasizing the emotional depth of tracks like “Gravity.”
Ethical Issues Surface as a Reporter Attacks HYBE for NewJeans
The accusations of a reporter against HYBE for undermining NewJeans sparked significant controversy. However, ethical issues emerged regarding the reporter’s actions, particularly in how the claims were presented.
HYBE Refutation of Min Heejin Claims in Recent Interview
HYBE issued a refutation of several claims made by Min Heejin in a JoongAng Ilbo interview. The company denied offering her money to resign and refuted her allegations about audits, management interference, and slander.
Min Heejin Rejects HYBE Offer, Escalating the Conflict
Min Heejin claimed she received an offer from HYBE to leave after winning her legal battle in May, but she refused as money was not her primary motivation. She, along with NewJeans, continues to resist HYBE’s interference, demanding autonomy and freedom from harassment.
Reporter Uncovers HYBE and Unfair Treatment of NewJeans
A reporter revealed that a HYBE PR officer had been making negative comments about NewJeans and criticizing their achievements. They’d even accused Min Hee-jin of gaslighting the group, causing a controversy.
FIFTY FIFTY ‘SOS’ Hits 10 Million YouTube Views After Comeback
FIFTY FIFTY ‘SOS’ music video rapidly gained popularity on YouTube, surpassing 10 million views shortly after release. The title track of their new mini album Love Tune combines dreamy synths with captivating vocals.
NewJeans Demands Seemingly Denied in Face-to-Face Meeting
NewJeans members held a meeting with ADOR CEO Kim Joo-young to address their ongoing conflict regarding management issues. The conflict began after a live broadcast, where NewJeans raised concerns about mistreatment within HYBE and ADOR’s leadership.