Almost 50,000 People Call for MIN HEE JIN to Leave HYBE Company

On the 27th of last month, an online petition titled “MIN HEE JIN Leave HYBE Company”was uploaded on the global petition platform, Change.org. As of 12 p.m. on June 9th (KST), the petition has garnered close to 49,000 signatures. It has surpassed its initial goal of 35,000 signatures and is now quickly approaching its next target of 50,000 signatures.

The petitioner, who goes by the name ‘ARMY Forever,’ appears to be a fan of BTS. In the letter, they express concern about a pressing issue affecting the mental and emotional state of various members within Hybe group. The petitioner has highlighted that certain individuals have been spreading false information and conducting a targeted campaign of harassment against groups such as BTS, ILLIT, and LE SSERAFIM.

In addition, he/she highlighted that MIN HEE JIN is believed to be collaborating with media/reporters and Maccoll Consulting, as reported, in order to spread false information about HYBE and other HYBE-affiliated groups such as BTS, ILLIT, and LE SSERAFIM. This is being done with the intention of pressuring HYBE into dissolving the contract with her group by devaluing the company. Such actions are not only unprofessional, but also detrimental as they create a hostile environment for those targeted within the same organization.

The petitioner emphasized the importance of addressing the issue promptly in order to maintain a safe and respectful environment for all members of the group. They urged for a thorough investigation of the claims and appropriate action to be taken to prevent further harassment and spread of misinformation. Furthermore, they requested that the responsible party be held accountable for any damages caused to the company and its artists.

The petitioner translated the KakaoTalk conversation, which CEO Min allegedly had with ADOR executives and shamanists, into English and included them in the petition.

People who participated in the petition expressed their thoughts in different languages, including statements like “It is unjust to slander specific idol groups and manipulate damaging public perception,”and “I wish for corrupt executives like Min Hee-jin to be removed from HYBE.”