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2024 - 9 - 12

NewJeans Sings a Different Tune: Can They Bring Back Min Heejin?

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🚨 Drama Alert! NewJeans calls for the reinstatement of their beloved former CEO Min Heejin in a surprising livestream! Is HYBE in hot water? Click to find out! 🚨

In an unexpected turn of events, K-pop sensation NewJeans has taken a bold stand, calling for the reinstatement of Min Heejin as the CEO of ADOR. On September 11, the five members hosted a live stream on a newly-created YouTube account, where they denounced HYBE's decision to dismiss her from the position. Fans around the globe—and especially in Singapore—watched closely as NewJeans expressed not just their support for Min Heejin, but also their concerns over the alleged mistreatment they have faced since her departure. This is not just a plea; it's a heartfelt message to the music industry!

As the members navigated this tricky terrain, they highlighted the pivotal role Min Heejin played in their creative journey, which has led them to the Billboard 200 and millions of adoring fans. The tension between the girl group and their parent company, HYBE, is palpable, as they seek answers about their future without the creative vision that Min once provided. The criticism leveled at HYBE is not only about corporate decisions; it resonates deeply with fans and captures the essence of transparency in the K-pop industry.

The urgency of their message is rooted in a deadline: NewJeans have openly demanded that HYBE restore Min Heejin by September 25. As they take a bold stand, the question remains—how will HYBE respond? Fans are already entering campaign mode, rallying around the group to show their support and assert their loyalty to the members and Min Heejin alike.

In the ever-competitive K-pop landscape, NewJeans' actions have ignited debates about artist treatment, management, and the influence of labels over their stars. This clash highlights an important understanding of the dynamics behind star power and endorsements, an element that reshapes the industry daily. Among those fans is Singapore’s very own, who rely on the global rhythm of K-pop to entertain and uplift. After all, nothing says ‘stand by your girl group’ more than a viral hashtag campaign, right?

And here’s a little K-pop trivia to sweeten the deal—did you know NewJeans debuted only last year but already have a massive fanbase not just in South Korea but internationally? Their breakout single, “Attention”, racked up millions of views on YouTube within a few hours of release, setting the stage for their meteoric rise! With the support of their loyal fanbase and the pivotal Min Heejin, they’re hoping to prove that, sometimes, artists just want their voices heard, not just as singers but as advocates for their own futures! So, how will this saga unfold? Stay tuned!

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NewJeans Members Call for Min Heejin to Be Reinstated as ADOR ... (TeenVogue.com)

On September 11, K-pop girl group NewJeans released a new video statement denouncing HYBE's dismissal of Min Heejin as CEO of ADOR.

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NewJeans Hold Guerrilla Livestream Alleging Mistreatment ... (Billboard)

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NewJeans members speak up on HYBE-Min Hee-jin conflict: 'We ... (CNA)

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NewJeans lashes out vs. HYBE, demands reinstatement of Min Hee ... (GMA News Online)

HYBE group NewJeans took to YouTube to call for the reinstatement of Min Hee Jin as CEO for the sublabel ADOR by September 25.

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NewJeans demands HYBE reinstate Min Hee-jin as CEO in ... (Korea JoongAng Daily)

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NewJeans urges HYBE to reinstate Min Hee-jin as ADOR CEO in ... (Rappler)

(1st UPDATE) The five members of the K-pop girl group also criticize HYBE for alleged mistreatment of the group since Min Hee-jin was removed as ADOR's CEO.

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NewJeans Speaks Out Against HYBE's Dismissal Of Min Hee Jin + ... (soompi)

NewJeans has personally spoken out against the recent change in ADOR's CEO. Back on August 27, ADOR announced that Min Hee Jin would no longer be serving.

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K-pop stars NewJeans send ultimatum to managers in rare industry ... (The Straits Times)

The power struggle at Hybe has wiped out 27 per cent of the record label's market value. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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NewJeans demands to restore the position of former CEO Min Hee ... (Hindustan Times)

NewJeans demands that HYBE restores the position of former CEO Min Hee Jin within the next two weeks. Members call out on management for mistreatment.

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In Rare Revolt, Girl Group NewJeans Accuses Major K-Pop Label ... (TIME)

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'I just see Hybe as an inhumane company': NewJeans stand up for ... (AsiaOne)

After months of back and forth between South Korean record giant Hybe and Min Hee-jin - the former CEO of Hybe's subsidiary Ador - K-pop girl group NewJeans ...

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What's behind NewJeans' 2-week ultimatum to HYBE? (Korea Times)

K-pop girl group NewJeans has been caught up in a conflict between their producer and former CEO of their label Ador, Min Hee-jin, and the parent label HYBE ...

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A Full Timeline of the Feud Between HYBE & Former ADOR CEO ... (Billboard)

HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin's NewJeans feud is ongoing. Here's a timeline to the battle between the K-pop giant and music executive.

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HYBE called out during NewJeans' surprise livestream: How it can ... (Marketing Interactive)

NewsJeans' guerrilla livestream on Wednesday has made headlines, sparking calls to re-hire former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin and investigate HYBE amid allegations ...

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Can HYBE wash off the stain of NewJeans' damaging guerilla ... (Marketing Interactive)

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After NewJeans' ultimatum, no party can come out of agency dispute ... (The Hankyoreh)

The K-pop group NewJeans conducted a YouTube livestream broadcast on Wednesday during which they demanded that former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin be reinstated to her ...

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Hybe's Stock Falls as NewJeans Gives Company Ultimatum in Rare ... (Bloomberg)

Popular K-pop group NewJeans took to Youtube to demand Hybe Co. reinstate their ousted long-time producer by Sept. 25, escalating an ongoing dispute and ...

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HYBE to respond to NewJeans' ultimatum with 'calm measures' (Korea JoongAng Daily)

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