A legal battle for nearly a year between the K-pop act NewJeans and their record company, ADOR, was resolved with the members going back to the company. But the settlement resulted in a row with their fans. Read on to find out more about the backlash. The Lawsuit...
NewJeans may have been more enthusiastic when they announced in a press conference that they will be parting ways from ADOR – a sub-label of HYPE. They cited mistreatment, breach of contract, loss of trust and ADOR's inadequate response to their complaints among the...
The highly publicized struggle for independence by NewJeans has hit another significant roadblock. In a recent development, the Seoul High Court has once again sided with their agency, ADOR, dismissing an appeal filed by the members seeking to pursue independent...
The protracted legal dispute between HYBE and former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin shows no signs of abating, with the latest court hearing on June 12 further highlighting the deep chasm between the two parties. At the Seoul Central District Court, the third hearing for HYBE's...
Teddy's The Black Label has officially pulled back the curtain on its highly anticipated new co-ed group: ALLDAY PROJECT. With a lineup that blends familiar faces, undeniable talent, and some truly unexpected connections, this five-member group is already generating...
The ongoing saga between K-Pop sensation NewJeans and their agency ADOR took another dramatic turn on June 4th KST, during the second court hearing concerning the validity of the group's exclusive contracts. In a move that signals a hardening of their stance,...
The ongoing legal saga between K-pop group NewJeans and their agency ADOR has taken another significant turn. On May 30, the Seoul Central District Court delivered a ruling that legally bars the members of NewJeans from engaging in any solo or third-party...
A cryptic, now-deleted social media post by R&B duo Emotional Oranges has sparked rumors of a potential solo comeback for NewJeans member Danielle – and raising more questions about the group's uncertain future with ADOR. On May 19, Emotional Oranges, known for...
The ongoing legal battle surrounding NewJeans has caught the attention of the entire K-pop industry, and now, a respected voice has added his perspective. Renowned composer and producer Yoon Il Sang, known for his keen insights and advocacy for artists' rights, has...
NewJeans' Danielle reached out to her fans with a deeply personal and emotional letter. Posted today, April 30th, on her dedicated member social media account alongside a series of photos. View this post on Instagram ...
There's a disagreement brewing between NewJeans' agency, ADOR, and the group's unofficial fan club, Team Bunnies, over an upcoming event. NewJeans is collaborating with 'Indomie Mi Goreng' for a pop-up store in Seoul from May 1st to 13th. While NewJeans isn't actively...
Amidst the ongoing legal battle surrounding the group NewJeans (NJZ), netizens were met with a surprising announcement today, April 25th, 2025. Team Bunnies (@NewJeansSTRM on X) revealed that an Indomie pop-up store, featuring official merchandise branded with NJZ, is...
The ongoing legal battle between former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin and HYBE continues, with her legal representatives issuing a strong statement following the second hearing concerning the dispute. On the afternoon of April 17th, the law firm Sejong, representing Min Hee...
The ongoing legal battle between NewJeans and their agency ADOR, a subsidiary of HYBE, has taken another dramatic turn. As tensions escalate in the courtroom, the parents of all five NewJeans members – Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein – have stepped forward...
The legal battle between NewJeans and their agency, ADOR, continues to escalate, with the recent court hearing revealing a stark divide in their perspectives. At the heart of the dispute lies the departure of former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin and its impact on the group's...
The ongoing dispute between ADOR and NewJeans has taken another turn, with ADOR expressing "deep disappointment" regarding the group's recent announcement of a suspension of activities. This follows NewJeans' (NJZ) performance at ComplexCon in Hong Kong, where they...
NewJeans (NJZ) is facing a wave of criticism from Korean netizens following a recent court ruling related to their ongoing legal battle with HYBE. The court's decision, which granted ADOR's injunction against the group signing independent advertising contracts during...
On March 21 KST, the Seoul Central District Court delivered a significant ruling in the ongoing dispute between ADOR and the members of NewJeans (NJZ). The court approved ADOR's injunction request, effectively banning NewJeans from engaging in independent activities...
SM Entertainment’s latest sensation, Hearts2Hearts, is making waves in the K-pop industry, cementing their status as one of the most promising 5th generation girl groups. On February 25, 2025, the group’s first-day album sales figures for their debut release, The...
As of February 24, 2025, a significant legal chapter has closed for ADOR, the agency behind the popular K-pop group NewJeans (NJZ). The Ministry of Employment and Labor has concluded its investigation into allegations of workplace bullying made by NJZ’s manager...
The ongoing dispute between ADOR, HYBE, and the parents of NJZ (NewJeans) members has taken another dramatic turn. ADOR has vehemently denied claims that HYBE's chairman, Bang Si Hyuk, attempted to sabotage NJZ's upcoming Hong Kong concert, labeling the allegations as...
Rumors swirled around the music industry this week alleging that NJZ, formerly known as NewJeans, had partnered with Beasts And Natives Alike (BANA) for management and support after leaving ADOR. These reports, citing "multiple industry sources," suggested a...
The K-pop world has been abuzz with news surrounding Hanni, a member of the popular group NewJeans (now NJZ). Recent reports confirm that Hanni has successfully obtained a new visa, bringing relief to fans and addressing concerns about her future in the industry. This...
The K-Pop world is abuzz with news surrounding Hanni, a member of the newly rebranded group NJZ (formerly NewJeans), and her current visa status in South Korea. Reports suggest that Hanni has refused to sign visa extension documents prepared by their former agency,...
A legal battle is brewing between ADOR and the popular K-Pop group, NewJeans. Amidst this conflict, ADOR has issued a formal request to media outlets, urging them to use the group's official name, "NewJeans," and not the recently announced "NJZ." The Name Change...
The ongoing dispute between NewJeans and their agency, ADOR, has taken a new turn. NewJeans recently announced a new activity name, "NJZ," and ADOR has responded with an official statement expressing their concerns. ADOR's Official Statement On February 7th, ADOR...
The K-Pop world is in shock with the breaking news that NewJeans has not only rebranded as NJZ, but will also be a headlining performance under their new name at ComplexCon Hong Kong 2025. The festival,...
The legal battle between the popular K-Pop group NewJeans and their management label, ADOR, is heating up as the date for the first court hearing has been set. This dispute, which began last November, centers around the termination of the exclusive contracts between...
The parents of NewJeans members Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein have launched a dedicated Instagram account (@jeanz_pr) to publicly address their stance in the ongoing legal battle between HYBE and ADOR. Citing difficulties in ensuring accurate media...
NewJeans has been battling a long-running saga with ADOR and their parent company HYBE, and just when it was starting to seem like it could all be over so that the girls can focus on their music careers, another problem rares its head. I'm sure the Bunnies – as...
NewJeans, TXT, LE SSERAFIM and ILLIT are some of the K-pop acts that won big at the Japan Record Awards in Nov. 21. NewJeans Wins Award With Japanese Debut Single 'Supernatural' K-pop group NewJeans emerged as one of the night's biggest winners, as they snagged the...
