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HYBE Drama: Power Struggle, Plagiarism Accusations, and Share Plunge

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Dive into the juicy details of the HYBE-ADOR feud, CEO clashes, and stock market rollercoaster! #KpopDrama #HYBEvsADOR

In the fast-paced world of K-pop, drama ensues as HYBE, the powerhouse behind BTS, embarks on an audit of NewJeans' label ADOR. The tension escalates as CEO Min Hee-Jin is asked to step down, stirring up a power struggle within the K-pop entertainment industry. Allegations of plagiarism fly between the two entities, with ADOR's CEO accusing HYBE of copying her popular NewJeans group. The feud reaches new heights as Min Hee-Jin points fingers at HYBE's chairman, Bang Si-hyuk, claiming he rose to fame by imitating her. Amidst the chaos, HYBE CEO Park Ji Won steps in, releasing statements addressing the escalating conflict to label employees, adding fuel to the fire.

As the rift between HYBE and ADOR deepens, the Korea Joongang Daily provides insights into the ongoing saga, unraveling the complex power dynamics and personal confrontations within the industry. Meanwhile, ADOR CEO Min Hee-Jin vehemently denies plagiarism allegations against ILLIT, intensifying the feud with HYBE even further. The tension spills over to the financial realm, with shares of BTS agents plummeting by nearly 10 percent after the audit announcement, reflecting the market's uncertainty amidst the brewing storm. The once harmonious K-pop landscape now echoes with discord and intrigue as HYBE and ADOR battle for supremacy in the fiercely competitive industry.

In a surprising turn of events, the HYBE-ADOR rift unveils the inner workings of K-pop's cutthroat environment, shedding light on the clashes and conflicts behind the glitz and glamour. The power struggle between the industry giants underscores the high stakes and intense rivalries that define the K-pop ecosystem. As the saga unfolds, fans and industry insiders alike are captivated by the unfolding saga, eagerly anticipating the next twist in this gripping tale of ambition, creativity, and controversy.

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HYBE Begins Audit of NewJeans' Label ADOR, Asks CEO Min Hee ... (Billboard)

HYBE audited NewJeans' label ADOR and asked CEO Min Hee-Jin to step down in a K-pop entertainment agency power struggle.

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HYBE confirms audit of ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin over reported ... (Music Business Worldwide)

Min is reportedly upset with HYBE over what she sees as a 'copycat' act of her popular NewJeans group.

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ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin allegedly says HYBE chairman 'Bang Si ... (Hindustan Times)

As per the Yonhap report, Min Hee-jin said that HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk has "only come this far from copying her".

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What we know about the HYBE-ADOR rift so far (Korea JoongAng Daily)

With allegations flying, the Korea Joongang Daily breaks down the feud between HYBE and ADOR as of the latest details.

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HYBE CEO Park Ji Won releases statements to label employees ... (allkpop)

HYBE CEO Park Ji Won has released statements addressing HYBE label employees as well as ADOR and Belift Lab staff.Controveโ€ฆ

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ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin points to ILLIT's alleged plagiarism of ... (Times of India)

ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin denies plagiarism allegations against ILLIT and addresses the ongoing feud with HYBE. Learn more about the dispute and the CEO's ...

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Shares of BTS agents plunge after audit announcement (FRANCE 24)

Shares of the South Korean agency behind K-pop sensation BTS dropped nearly 10 percent this week after the company announced a probe into its powerhouse ...

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HYBE, Min Hee-jin mired in power struggle over NewJeans' label ... (INQUIRER.net)

HYBE and its sub-label ADOR find themselves in a power struggle, following reports of ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin attempting to take control.

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HYBE and Min Heejin Lawsuit โ€” What It Means For NewJeans (J-14 Magazine)

Is NewJeans breaking up? Their company's CEO, ADOR, is being audited by HYBE after slamming group ILLIT as 'NewJeans copycat.'

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HYBE vs Min Hee-jin: NewJeans' agency in conflict with parent ... (CNA)

HYBE, the conglomerate behind BTS, Le Sserafim and Seventeen, is currently embroiled in a conflict with Min Hee-jin, the CEO of its subsidiary label ADOR ...

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HYBE confirms audit of ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin over reported ... (Music Business Worldwide)

Min is reportedly upset with HYBE over what she sees as a 'copycat' act of her popular NewJeans group.

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Image courtesy of "The Chosun Ilbo"

Exclusive: ADOR CEO's rebellion against HYBE began with 'stock ... (The Chosun Ilbo)

Exclusive: ADOR CEOs rebellion against HYBE began with stock options The conflict between HYBE and its subsidiary ADORs CEO, Min Hee-jin, reportedly.

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Lights stay on at HYBE office even at 1.30 am amid audit row; ADOR ... (Hindustan Times)

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), a fan shared a photo of the HYBE building on Tuesday morning. All the lights were turned on.

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ADOR vice president distances CEO Min Hee-jin from anti-HYBE ... (Korea JoongAng Daily)

ADOR's vice president, alleged by HYBE to be the author of contentious documents outlining plans to wrest control of the label from its parent company, ...

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Q&A: What's behind internal strife at HYBE? (Korea Times)

People walk past the HYBE headquarters in Yongsan District, Seoul, Tuesday. HYBE initiated an audit of its subsidiary Ador, alleging an attempted takeover ...

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Bang Si Hyuk 'copied' Min Hee Jin 'to create BTS'? ADOR CEO ... (Hindustan Times)

HYBE vs ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin: Both sides of the K-pop feud explored.

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Q&A: What's behind internal strife at HYBE? (Korea Times)

People walk past the HYBE headquarters in Yongsan District, Seoul, Tuesday. HYBE initiated an audit of its subsidiary Ador, alleging an attempted takeover ...

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Image courtesy of "The Chosun Ilbo"

ADOR CEO alleges HYBE's BTS built on stolen ideas (The Chosun Ilbo)

โ€œChairman Bang Si-Hyuk created BTS by plagiarizing my ideas.โ€ Following claims by ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin that the parent company HYBE copied NewJeans to ...

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