Parents of NJZ Speak Out: Escalating NJZ and ADOR Legal Battle

NJZ and ADOR are in a legal dispute over contract termination and restrictions on entertainment activities. NJZ, through a statement from the parents of NewJeans members, claims ADOR is trying to block all activities, while ADOR insists it is enforcing contractual obligations. Public opinion is divided, with many questioning NJZ’s legal stance and emphasizing the need for a court ruling.

NJZ Claims ADOR is Blocking All Activities

NJZ, formerly known as NewJeans, asserted that ADOR is attempting to completely halt their entertainment activities. In response, ADOR countered that its legal actions aim to maintain its contractual relationship with NJZ, not to restrict their activities. On March 6, an Instagram account managed by NJZ’s parents, ‘NJZ PR,’ released a lengthy statement addressing this issue.

NJZ and ADOR Clash Over Injunction Request

NJZ claimed that ADOR failed to fulfill its contractual obligations, leading them to terminate their exclusive contract on November 29, 2024. They emphasized that the contract had officially ended and that ADOR no longer had authority over their activities. However, ADOR filed an injunction seeking recognition of its management rights and a ban on NJZ’s advertisement deals. NJZ argued that this injunction was not limited to advertising but aimed to restrict all entertainment activities, proving ADOR’s intent to block NJZ entirely.

Expansion of Injunction and Allegations of Retaliation

NJZ revealed that on February 11, 2025, ADOR expanded its injunction request to prohibit not just advertisements but also songwriting, composing, and performing. It also sought to ban all other entertainment-related activities. They linked this escalation to claims that HYBE Chairman Bang Sihyuk had pressured Complex concert organizers to exclude NJZ. They suggested that after their concert proceeded as planned, ADOR retaliated by intensifying legal measures against them.

NJZ Accuses ADOR of Concealing True Intentions

NJZ criticized ADOR for publicly discussing NJZ’s independent activities while secretly seeking to ban all of them through the courts. They argued that ADOR framed its injunction as a means to prevent confusion among fans and advertisers, but its actual goal was to block NJZ’s entertainment career entirely. NJZ condemned this as an attempt to suppress their professional freedom while avoiding public backlash.

Claims of Unfair Treatment and Legal Battle Ahead

NJZ reiterated that their essence as artists lies in their music and that restricting their artistic expression invalidates their existence. They accused ADOR of planning from the start to eliminate their career and claimed they had endured discrimination and unfair treatment within HYBE. NJZ stated their intent to confirm the legitimacy of their contract termination through legal proceedings and to prevent similar injustices in the future.

ADOR’s Rebuttal and Legal Strategy

ADOR responded with an official statement, explaining that NJZ’s announcement of new music and international performances forced them to expand the injunction request. They insisted that the goal was not to restrict NJZ but to ensure compliance with their contractual obligations. ADOR denied allegations that HYBE’s chairman pressured NJZ’s concert organizers and dismissed claims of retaliation as false. They stated they would clarify misunderstandings in court and seek legal recognition of ADOR as NJZ’s management company.

Public Reaction to NJZ and ADOR Conflict

The controversy reached the online community MLBPARK, where public sentiment leaned against NJZ. Many argued that while NJZ could terminate their contract, they must also pay penalties. Some criticized NJZ’s approach. They stated that if ADOR had breached the contract, NJZ should have filed their own injunction instead of merely declaring the contract void. Many questioned the legal validity of NJZ’s claims. They emphasized that contractual disputes should be settled in court rather than through public statements. Ultimately, most agreed that the issue would only be resolved through a legal ruling.

NewJeans Parents Open Social Media Amid Contract Dispute

NewJeans parents opened a social media account to share their stance in the contract dispute with ADOR. They said HYBE and ADOR control media, making it hard for their view to be reported accurately.

Here’s a link to MLBPARK.

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