NewJeans Under Fire: Netizen Reactions to Alleged Mistreatment of ILLIT

NewJeans Faces Backlash Over Alleged Treatment of Rookie Group ILLIT

A recent post on Instiz, titled “I HOPE NEWJEANS APOLOGIZES TO ILLIT, ” has ignited fervent discussions across social media platforms. Fans and netizens are criticizing NewJeans for their purported hostile treatment of the rookie girl group ILLIT, with many calling for an official apology.

NewJeans protested regarding ILLIT’s participation in a variety show coinciding with their own comeback, prompting the show’s PD to issue a public clarification.

Additionally, they expressed concerns over the mention of ‘kalguksu’ in another context, suggesting it could lead to ridicule — even dragging their parents into the conversation.

NewJeans also alleged that some members of ILLIT mocked Hanni verbally and through their actions. However, they did not present any evidence to clarify the situation, leading to uncertainty regarding the nature of the alleged mockery.

Furthermore, they have taken legal action due to the alleged mockery directed at them.

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While they have voiced sympathy over the unfair treatment they received from HYBE, many are questioning why they would exhibit similar behavior towards a junior group.

The controversy escalated when NewJeans allegedly expressed dissatisfaction with ILLIT’s appearance on a variety show at the same time as their own promotional activities. The backlash was severe enough to necessitate a formal explanation from the show’s production team.

Moreover, NewJeans reportedly raised concerns regarding the use of ‘kalguksu’ in related media, fearing it might lead to further mockery. This dispute culminated in a public apology from Minji of NewJeans, as highlighted in a recent separate incident.

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NewJeans claimed that Hanni was mocked by ILLIT members through various verbal and nonverbal actions; however, no solid evidence has surfaced to validate these claims, leading to speculation about the authenticity of such accusations.

This irony has not escaped the notice of netizens, many of whom observed that NewJeans has previously voiced grievances about their treatment by HYBE— even resorting to legal actions— yet they now appear to engage in similar behavior towards a junior group.

The public response has been overwhelmingly negative, with many users sharing their thoughts:

“They should apologize…”

“Seriously, why did they do this to ILLIT?”

“This was seriously so random.”

“They’re power tripping.”

“They should bow their heads and apologize.”

“For real, they need to apologize.”

“They should apologize.”

“I hope they apologize.”

“They should start with an apology.”

“Those vicious NewJeans will insist they’re blameless until the end (They lied at the National Assembly, even put on a tearful show, and now they’re lying in court too).”

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