NewJeans’ Emotional Acceptance Speech at KGMA 2024
On November 16, 2024, NewJeans was honored with the prestigious “Grand Artist”Daesang at the Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA). Their acceptance speech struck a chord with both fans and fellow artists, particularly given the ongoing challenges presented by the HYBE legal situation.
A Message of Gratitude from Hanni
During the acceptance speech, member Hanni expressed heartfelt thanks to their dedicated fanbase, affectionately known as Bunnies. She stated, “We always want to express our gratitude to our Bunnies. It might sound like a cliché, but we want everyone to know these aren’t just empty words. We don’t know how long we’ll continue as NewJeans, but I believe the bond between the five of us and our Bunnies is unbreakable. So let’s stick together until the very end.”
video of the moment: https://t.co/gqsw55Z1DE pic.twitter.com/oGETXtdmjS
— soyeon pics (@soyeonmania) November 16, 2024
Danielle’s Defiant Declaration
Following Hanni’s poignant remarks, Danielle passionately proclaimed, “Even if we’re no longer NewJeans… NewJeans Never Die!!!” This declaration amplified the emotional atmosphere of the night, resonating with the audience deeply, including fellow artist Soyeon from (G)I-DLE, who was visibly moved and seen shedding tears.
Shared Challenges Among Artists
The heartfelt exchange between NewJeans members and their fans highlighted the trials faced by many idols. Soyeon’s emotional reaction was particularly significant, possibly reflecting her own uncertainties regarding the future of (G)I-DLE.
Soyeon’s Contract Renewal Dilemma
On October 25, 2024, Xports News reported that Soyeon had been contemplating the renewal of her contract with Cube Entertainment but ultimately chose not to continue, raising concerns among fans regarding (G)I-DLE’s future. Given her significant contributions to the group’s success, her decision has left many anxious about what lies ahead for the beloved girl group.
K-Netizens Reflect on the Emotional Moment
The reactions from K-netizens to Soyeon’s display of emotion during NewJeans’ speech were poignant and insightful:
- “ㅠㅠ The sunbaes probably related a lot and wanted to support them.”
- “Soyeon seriously doesn’t cry easily… if she really cried, it would be daebak. I’ve been a Neverland for 6 years and I’ve only seen Soyeon cry three times.”
- “Freaking sadㅠㅠㅠ”
- (G)I-DLE has a song titled ‘I Never Die’ too, so sadㅜㅜㅜㅜㅜ.
- “Booㅠㅠ singers probably know how much NewJeans is suffering the most.”
Further Reading
For more insights on the current state of K-pop and artist dynamics, you can explore references such as instiz and KBizoom.
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