As most fans are aware, HYBE is demanding ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin step down from her position. Now, the latter has explained her side of the feud.
On April 22, 2024, it was reported that HYBE called for an audit, demanding a shareholders meeting from ADOR's side. They also demanded Min Hee Jin step down from her role as CEO. According to reports, ADOR was using underhanded methods to try and leave HYBE Labels.
CEO Min Hee Jin has since explained her side of the story. Keep on reading for all the details.
Is the HYBE vs. ADOR Feud Because ILLIT Copied NewJeans?
On April 22, 2024, Korean media outlet Hankyung released an exclusive interview with current ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin, where she explained the motivations behind her feud with HYBE Labels.
During the interview, she expressed fear that NewJeans and the group's identity would be taken from her following ILLIT's debut. She stated it is not just BELIFT Lab, ILLIT's label, that copied NewJeans but HYBE themselves.
She claimed that HYBE, who claim to be leaders of K-pop, were blinded by greed and, instead of creating something different, opted to mimic the formula NewJeans used to succeed.
Before deciding to separate from HYBE Labels, Min Hee Jin and ADOR tried to send requests and statements from BELIFT Lab, all of which were left unanswered. Allegedly, they asked for a statement regarding the infringement on NewJeans' brand value.
What do you think of the situation? Tell us in the comments below!
NewJeans to Release New Music in May
Back in March 2024, it was announced that NewJeans would be making their much-anticipated comeback on May 24 with a double single, "How Sweet," and its b-side, "Bubble Gum," and instrumentals of the two songs.
NewJeans are slated to make their official Japanese debut on June 21 with another double single, "Supernatural," and the b-side, "Right Now."
They are scheduled to have their first Japanese fan meet, "Bunnies Camp 2024," at the Tokyo Dome from June 26 to 27.
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Written by Alexa Lopez
