In a surprising move, all five members of the popular K-pop group NewJeans will hold an emergency press conference tonight (28th of November) at 8:30 PM. The announcement came via an official statement released by the group, leaving fans and media eagerly awaiting what the members will reveal.
The press conference is expected to be related to the official letter that NewJeans sent to their agency, Adore, earlier this month. On November 14, the group, which consists of Kim Minji, Hanni, Danielle Marsh, Kang Haein, and Lee Hyein, sent a legal letter to Adore requesting that a number of significant violations in their exclusive contracts be addressed immediately. According to the letter, if these issues are not resolved within 14 days, they threatened to terminate their contracts.
The issues highlighted in their letter are quite serious and touch on various aspects of their professional lives. One of the major points raised was the need for an official apology from a manager who allegedly told Hanni to “ignore it,” which caused significant distress for the member. In addition, they demanded the removal of unauthorized photo and video materials that were used without their consent, a resolution to the problems caused by the “forced album release,” and a solution to the ongoing dispute with director Shin Woo-seok of Dolphin Kidnapper. Furthermore, the group requested that Adore ensure the preservation of their unique image and creative works going forward.
As the press conference draws near, the tension is palpable. Fans have been eagerly speculating about what the members will say and whether the agency will be able to respond effectively to the concerns raised. This marks an important moment for NewJeans, as it’s clear that the group is taking a strong stand for their rights, and how the situation unfolds could have significant implications for their future with Adore. With the press conference only hours away, everyone is waiting for the details, and it’s safe to say that the K-pop world will be watching closely.