Audor announced its position on the change of the name of its artists Newzins (Minji, Daniel, Hyein, Haerin, and Hani).
“We are very sorry that the members made this choice unilaterally even before the legal judgment on the validity of the exclusive contract between Dorr and Newzins members came out,” Adore told MK Sports on the 7th.
“Dore will do its best to protect the brand value of Newzins,” he said, adding, “We also remind you that we are ready to meet with Newzins members or legal representatives at any time to clear up misunderstandings and discuss their future plans.”
New Jeans members Minji, Hani, Daniel, Harin, and Hyein released photos with the new team name NJZ on their newly opened SNS on the 7th. The SNS account was also renamed from “jeanzforfree” to “njz_official.”
Earlier in November last year, the members said in an emergency press conference that they could not continue their activities as artists belonging to Audor. On Dec. 3, Adore filed a lawsuit with the Seoul Central District Court to confirm the validity of the exclusive contract with Newzins, saying it would legally confirm that the exclusive contract with Newzins remains valid, and also filed a injunction for prohibition, including preserving the status of an agency and signing an advertising contract.
The members of New Jeans, who reiterated that they have no intention of returning to Adore and Hive, appointed a legal representative, Sejong, a law firm like Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of Adore, heralding legal action.
Official admissions specialized in adore.
I would like to inform you of Adore’s position on the disclosure of the activity name of Newzins.
I feel very sorry that the members made this choice unilaterally even before the legal judgment was made on the validity of the exclusive contract between the members of Odor and Newzins.
Audor will do its best to preserve the brand value of Newzins.
I would also like to reiterate that I am ready to meet with any Newgins members or legal representatives at any time to clear up any misunderstandings and discuss their future plans for activities.
[Golden Bitna MK Sports Reporter]