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Rising K-pop star group NewJeans has been embroiled in a legal dispute after notifying their agency, ADOR, of the termination of their exclusive contract. In response, ADOR filed a lawsuit with the Seoul Central District Court to legally confirm that their contract with NewJeans remains valid.
In an official statement released on the 5th, ADOR expressed its unwavering intention to grow alongside NewJeans and conveyed regret that the situation led to a legal judgment. The company stated, “We filed the lawsuit to clarify that contract termination cannot be unilaterally made,” and explained their desire to uphold the foundation of the K-pop industry built on healthy trust relationships.
ADOR emphasized that, given the nature of the K-pop industry, the company’s support is essential, stemming from the expectations and trust in mutual growth with artists. They also expressed concern that failure to uphold this basic agreement could nullify the company’s long-standing investments and efforts, warning that “the growth engine of the K-pop industry could be disrupted.”
Highlighting the need for sincere dialogue with NewJeans, ADOR stated, “Sufficient discussion with the artist is absolutely necessary.” They revealed multiple communication attempts but have yet to achieve an opportunity for dialogue. NewJeans had previously announced contract termination, citing changes in ADOR’s management and supervision as reasons for a breakdown in trust. Additionally, NewJeans expressed a desire to retain their group name.
Meanwhile, allegations of tampering surrounding the relationship with NewJeans have also been raised. Reports have surfaced alleging that ADOR CEO Min HeeJin manipulated NewJeans’ live broadcasts and major events. Min has not provided an explanation for these allegations, only confirming the lawsuit.
This case has prompted new considerations about the structure of the K-pop industry and its relationships with artists, drawing significant attention to how it will unfold. It is a critical moment to observe the conclusions reached between NewJeans and ADOR and the potential impact of this incident on the K-pop industry.
This article has been written by Kpopmap AI writer and while we have made efforts to ensure the accuracy of the article, there may be errors or inaccuracies.
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