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April 1, K-netizens are reacting to what is believed to be NJZ (NewJeans) member Minji’s private Instagram account, which was reportedly discovered and shared online before being set to private. K-netizens react to the alleged discovery of NewJeans Minji’s private Instagram account with mixed opinions: “Wow, but how did they even find that account?” “There’s no point speculating over something that’s not even confirmed.” “Come on, I’m not even a fan, but this is just reaching.” “You say you don’t care, but you’re the first to stalk her account, screenshot it, and start tearing her down. Make it make sense.” “Isn’t…
April 1, K-netizens are reacting to what is believed to be NJZ (NewJeans) member Minji’s private Instagram account, which was reportedly discovered and shared online before being set to private. K-netizens react to the alleged discovery of NewJeans Minji’s private Instagram account with mixed opinions: “Wow, but how did they even find that account?” “There’s no point speculating over something that’s not even confirmed.” “Come on, I’m not even a fan, but this is just reaching.” “You say you don’t care, but you’re the first to stalk her account, screenshot it, and start tearing her down. Make it make sense.” “Isn’t…
After a series of leaks from an account claiming to be the YG leaker on X (formerly Twitter) on March 31, today, on April 1, another account on X has posted previously unseen images of NewJeans (NJZ)’ Minji, allegedly leaked from her private Instagram account. These images include casual photos like landscape shots, random memes, selfies in front of the mirror, and group pictures featuring NewJeans (NJZ) members. One of the photos contains a wall graffiti with the words “I hate you guys” written on it. Someone reposted the images on the Korean forum Instiz and shared, “The account was…
NewJeans will not be able to continue on with their independent activities, a South Korean judge ruled on April 16, according to reports from Billboard and Yonhap. Previously, in January, the girl group’s label ADOR filed an injunction with the courts to prevent the group from promoting themselves and performing at events under the new moniker NJZ, which the courts accepted in March. NewJeans immediately followed with an appeal to overturn that injunction, though that was rejected on Wednesday. After the latest ruling, the girl group has filed yet another appeal. It’s been a difficult few months for the girl…
On March 12, a video surfaced online that caused quite a stir. It was a new Coca-Cola ad featuring K-pop group NewJeans, also known as NJZ, which is currently at the center of much controversy. The ad quickly garnered reactions from around the world. One comment on the ad effectively captures the essence of the project: “Is this from the ’80s or 2025? Is it real or is it a dream? Is it nostalgia or a memory of something I never experienced? It’s a work that confuses all of this. It feels like it’s depicting the past, but actually, it…
It seems some NewJeans fans are growing increasingly concerned about the group’s future and have changed sides. On March 27, several members of NJZ (NewJeans)’ fanbase, Bunnies, parked protest trucks in front of HYBE’s building in Yongsan District, Seoul. The protest called for an end to the conflict and urged open dialogue between NJZ (NewJeans) and ADOR. The fans who sent the protest trucks urged that the group reconcile with HYBE and ADOR. They asked the group to return to HYBE and stop the legal battle. The concern stems from the latest court ruling to uphold ADOR’s injunction to block NewJeans’…
On March 28, Dolphiners Films released an official statement addressing growing controversy surrounding the alleged unauthorized upload of NJZ (NewJeans)’ music video. The production company, led by director Shin Woo Seok, firmly denied all accusations, stating that the claims circulating online are completely false. The statement emphasized that the MV in question was not uploaded without prior consent from advertising partners, countering speculation that has rapidly spread across social media and online communities. Dolphiners Films expressed deep regret over the misinformation and confirmed that they are pursuing both civil and criminal legal action to clarify the situation. The company stated that…
As legal tensions continue to rise between NewJeans and their label ADOR, a resurfaced video from the group’s recent press conference is stirring backlash, this time aimed squarely at the youngest member, Hyein. Hyein’s Controversial Reaction The controversy stems from a moment during the press event where a reporter corrected the group’s phrasing about their attempt to terminate their exclusive contract with ADOR. NewJeans had stated definitively that they “will terminate the contract”, but the reporter interjected, pointing out the phrasing should be “hope to terminate”, since the legal process had not been finalized at that point. As the reporter…
NewJeans members, from left, Hanni, Minji, Hyein, Haerin and Danielle speak to reporters after the first injunction hearing at Seoul Central District Court in Seoul, March 7. On March 21, the court ruled in favor of Ador’s request for an injunction, blocking the band from engaging in independent activities. NewsisBy Pyo Kyung-minAs the legal battle between K-pop girl group NewJeans and its agency Ador drags on, a faction of the group’s fanbase exposed a deepening divide among fans over the conflict by staging a protest truck rally outside HYBE’s headquarters, urging the members to reopen dialogue with the company.The demonstration,…