On April 16, the Seoul Central District Court’s Civil Division 50, led by Judge Kim Sang-hoon, rejected NewJeans’ objection to the March 21 injunction ruling that affirmed ADOR’s exclusive rights to manage the group.
Following the ruling, NewJeans addressed their fans through social media, expressing disappointment but also determination to continue their journey. They emphasized their commitment to their supporters and hinted at future endeavors.
A viral post in Pann criticized NewJeans and thought that maybe someone back them up. Minji shared a heartfelt message on Instagram to commemorate the group’s 1000th day since debut. In her post, she reflected on the cherished memories with fans and expressed hope for continued togetherness.
“No matter how clueless you are, to keep pushing forward while blatantly ignoring court rulings like that… And remember during that livestream when they said a new agency would be formed? There’s definitely someone backing them 100%, lol.”
Netizens responded with mixed sentiments. Some criticized the timing of the post, questioning the group’s adherence to the court’s decision.
Comments on Pann:
Isn’t that a problem even if it’s true? That’s basically a double contract, isn’t it? Couldn’t it lead to an even bigger issue later on? It really looks like they’re under another agency already, but all I see coming from that is criminal charges for double contracting. Honestly, they seriously need to relearn some basic common sense. If they’ve got someone backing them, then how about that person help pay the penalty fees too? ㅋㅋㅋ It’s exactly because they kept that kind of stance that even casual fans (muggles) were supporting NewJeans — acting like there’s something going on, like they’ve been wronged… but there’s never any actual evidence, just claims. I’m tired of seeing kids who are gonna end up crying after getting sued and working part-time at a convenience store.
The situation underscores the delicate balance NJZ must maintain between legal obligations and fan engagement. As the legal proceedings continue, the group’s actions remain under close scrutiny.