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On May 30, NewJeans responded to a recent court ruling that ordered each member to pay 1 billion KRW (approximately $730,000) to their agency ADOR for every instance of engaging in independent entertainment activities without prior approval. In an official statement, NewJeans clarified that the court’s decision on indirect compulsory enforcement was related to a previous injunction issued on March 21 that prohibited the members from conducting independent activities. They emphasized that this new ruling was not part of the ongoing appeal they filed against the initial injunction. “The indirect compulsory decision announced today was made in response to an…
The Seoul Central District Court has ruled that NewJeans cannot engage in any solo or third-party entertainment activities without ADOR’s prior approval, reinforcing the agency’s control during an ongoing legal dispute over their exclusive contract.On May 30, the court partially granted ADOR’s injunction request, stating that this restriction will remain in effect until a ruling is made on the contract’s validity. Violations will incur a 1 billion KRW (approximately 725,000 USD) penalty per instance, with legal costs charged to NewJeans.This follows a prior March ruling that barred the group from signing separate ad deals, which the court reaffirmed in April…
NewJeans Blocked From Independent Activities Without ADOR Permission, Court Orders 1 Billion KRW Penalty Per ViolationIn a disappointing update for NewJeans aka NJZ, the troubled girl band has been prohibited from independent entertainment activities without the permission of ADOR or court orders. This blocks the four members Hanni, Haerin, Minji, Danielle and Hyein from undertaking any kind of solo work or through third parties, failing to which would result in a hefty penalty.Court’s ruling on ADOR’s injunction requestOn May 30, Korean media reported that the 52nd Civil Affairs Department of the Seoul Central District Court partially granted ADOR’s request for…
The South Korean courts appear increasingly frustrated with NewJeans—also known as NJZ—for repeatedly violating legal rulings. The group, consisting of Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein, have continued to defy court orders despite ongoing legal proceedings.Since 2024, the group has been embroiled in a protracted legal battle with their agency, ADOR. On March 21, the court sided with ADOR, granting the agency’s request to prohibit NewJeans from independently signing promotional or advertising contracts. When NJZ filed an objection, it was dismissed on April 21, reaffirming the original injunction. Despite the ruling in ADOR’s favour, the members appear to have continued…
In the second hearing of the lawsuit filed by Source Music against former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin, the court witnessed a fierce confrontation regarding the disputed KakaoTalk messages used as evidence. The 12th Civil Division (B) of the Seoul Western District Court held the second hearing on May 30 for Source Music’s claim seeking approximately 500 million KRW (approximately $375,000) in damages from Min Hee Jin. Both parties’ legal teams were present in court. The judge initially expressed concerns over proceeding with a closed session on the KakaoTalk evidence requested by Min Hee Jin’s side, stating, “It is difficult…
The Seoul Central District Court has ruled that K-pop girl group NewJeans is not allowed to conduct any entertainment activities independently or through third parties without prior approval from their agency ADOR. This effectively blocks the group from engaging in any activities without the agency’s involvement. On May 30, the 52nd Civil Division of the Seoul Central District Court partially granted ADOR’s request for an injunction to preserve the existing contract status and prohibit NewJeans from signing separate advertising agreements. The court stated that the members of NewJeans may not engage in entertainment activities independently or through third parties without ADOR’s…
Fans and netizens are reacting to YG’s announcement of a new 4-member girl group. As reported, Yang Hyun Suk revealed yesterday that he has finalized the lineup for a new girl group under YG Entertainment. Alongside ongoing promotional plans for their existing artists, it appears that rookie training and debut activities are also on the agenda for YG this year and next. On an online forum, netizens are responding to the news with a mix of criticism and curiosity—some focusing on Yang Hyun Suk himself due to the lingering issues surrounding his Burning Sun charges among other controversies, and others speculating that…
On May 23, 2025, photos of NewJeans members Minji and Haerin attending a private Nike x Hyein Seo dinner circulated across social media. It sparked intense discussion among fans. The images were originally shared on Instagram Stories by stylist Kim Byul, showing the two idols at the event with other guests, surrounded by wine glasses. The dinner marked the announcement of the new Nike Ava Rover sneaker collaboration with Hyein Seo. Some fans were surprised to see the idols participating in a sponsorship setting during their ongoing legal dispute with ADOR. The reactions were split. Some fans celebrated the fact…