NewJeans sent a contract termination notice to ADOR, demanding corrective action for alleged contract breaches. The group cited HYBE’s internal report and concerning statements about their management, fueling the dispute. Public discussions speculate on legal advantages, though ADOR and HYBE are legally separate entities, complicating the case.
NewJeans Issues Contract Termination Notice to ADOR
On the 13th, NewJeans, a South Korean girl group, sent a legal notice to their agency, ADOR. They demanded contract termination if ADOR did not address their concerns. This action follows their request to correct significant breaches of their exclusive contract. NewJeans required ADOR to resolve these issues within 14 days. All five members signed the notice using their real names to strengthen their position.
ADOR Dispute Background and the Rise of NewJeans Contract Termination Talks
The controversy stems from what has been called the “ADOR crisis,” which began in April with an investigation involving ADOR’s former CEO, Min Heejin. This situation has since escalated, raising questions about the stability of NewJeans’ exclusive contract. Specific details of NewJeans’ demands for corrective action remain undisclosed, adding tension to the unfolding dispute.
Contract Termination Demand Cites HYBE’s Internal Report
NewJeans referenced a recent government report that revealed an internal HYBE report. The report mentioned HYBE’s assessment that discarding “New” (likely referring to NewJeans) to start anew was considered a viable strategy. NewJeans has asked ADOR to take the necessary steps as their management company, emphasizing the concerning language used about the group’s future.
Public Reactions on NewJeans Contract Termination Speculation
Following this announcement, discussions erupted on Korean community MLBPARK, where many speculated about the potential legal advantages for NewJeans. Some argued in favor of NewJeans, citing previous rulings where management changes were valid reasons for contract termination. However, others pointed out that NewJeans joined ADOR through a HYBE audition and not specifically due to Min Heejin, questioning the strength of their legal stance.
HYBE’s Report and ADOR’s Legal Standing in the Contract Dispute
Though HYBE’s internal report may have added tension, it may not legally impact the NewJeans-ADOR dispute, as HYBE and ADOR operate as separate entities. The leaked report thus might not influence the potential lawsuit’s outcome, although it has fueled public interest and debate around NewJeans’ future with ADOR.
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It’s clear that NewJeans has chosen Min Hee-jin over HYBE. I don’t get it. Why would they do that? Can’t they fix things with HYBE?