NewJeans Contract Termination Controversy
NewJeans Claims Contract Termination with HYBE-ADOR
NewJeans (Minji, Hanni, Daniel, Haerin, and Hyein) has reaffirmed their stance on the termination of their contract with HYBE-ADOR. The NewJeans statement comes amidst ongoing legal disputes with their former agency.
NewJeans Contract Dispute and Allegations
NewJeans revealed that ADOR has filed a lawsuit seeking confirmation of the exclusive contract’s validity. The group counters this claim, stating they have already fulfilled their financial obligations to both ADOR and HYBE. The members allege that HYBE attempted to lower their value through various means, including negative marketing tactics. They claim ADOR condoned these actions following a change in management.
The group cites multiple contract violations and a failure to protect the artists as reasons for the collapse of trust. NewJeans asserts that, as per the exclusive contract terms, they had the right to terminate the agreement due to ADOR’s failure to meet contractual obligations. They state that they gave ADOR a 14-day grace period to rectify the contract breaches, but the agency failed to do so.
Legal Proceedings and Future Plans
While ADOR seeks legal validation of the contract, NewJeans maintains that they are no longer affiliated with the agency as of November 29, 2024. The group expresses their commitment to continuing their music career and engaging with fans, despite the challenges ahead.
NewJeans also highlighted concerns about the treatment of staff members who have been assisting them with remaining schedules. They claim to have witnessed instances of bullying and unannounced investigations by ADOR and HYBE against these individuals.
This high-profile dispute highlights the complexities of K-pop industry contracts and artist-agency relationships. NewJeans remains united in their stance and looks forward to pursuing their musical aspirations independently. They expect the upcoming trial to reveal the full circumstances that led to their decision to terminate the exclusive contract and the reasons behind ADOR’s alleged contract breaches.
The outcome of this case could set precedents for future conflicts in the entertainment sector, potentially influencing how artist-agency disputes are handled in the K-pop industry.
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