NewJeans Support Staff Departing ADOR After Min Hee-jin’s Resignation, According to Japanese Media

Min Hee-jin Resigns from ADOR Amid Allegations Against HYBE

On November 21, Japanese media outlet TV Asahi reported significant developments within ADOR following Min Hee-jin’s resignation as a director. Her departure marks a pivotal moment for the K-pop landscape.

Details of the Resignation

Min Hee-jin formally announced her resignation from her director role at ADOR on November 20, stating, “I have terminated the shareholder agreement with HYBE and intend to hold them legally accountable for breaches of the agreement. I will pursue necessary legal actions regarding HYBE’s numerous illegal activities and those involved.” This announcement sent ripples through the industry as it highlights ongoing tensions within the organization.

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Breaking Away from HYBE

Following her resignation, Min Hee-jin unfollowed both NewJeans and ADOR’s official social media accounts. This notable step underscores her intention to break ties with HYBE on both professional and social media fronts.

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Emotional Expression

Shortly after her resignation announcement, Min Hee-jin shared Deniece Williams’ song “Free,”which many speculate reflects her current sentiments. Additionally, she posted an illustration of a cheerful rabbit character holding a sign that read “Resignation,”which quickly garnered public attention.

Conflict with HYBE

Elaborating on her decision, Min Hee-jin stated, “Since HYBE’s illegal audits began in April, I have endured a hellish seven-month-long conflict with HYBE. Throughout this process, I aimed to uphold the shareholder agreement and restore ADOR to its original state. However, as HYBE continues to deny their wrongdoing, I have concluded that further efforts are futile.”

She expressed concern for the future, asserting that “HYBE’s actions in 2024 will be remembered as an unprecedented issue in K-pop history. Their ethical negligence has reached its peak, and while their manipulative media tactics may persist, I trust that the public is now astute enough to identify these patterns. Any unfounded smear campaigns or media distortions will not go unanswered—I will act through legal channels.”

Implications for the Team

In light of Min Hee-jin’s departure, TV Asahi’s investigative report indicated that several staff members supportive of the group are expected to resign as well. This potential mass resignation raises questions about the future of ADOR and its affiliated projects, suggesting that Min Hee-jin’s influence within her team was substantial.

These developments have sparked discussions among netizens, many of whom speculate about the fate of the staff, often referred to as “Min Hee-jin’s team,” amidst these upheavals.

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