NewJeans Addresses ADOR Lawsuit and Criticizes ‘Inhumane’ 5-Year Contract Extension for K-Pop Group

NewJeans Responds to ADOR’s Legal Action

Recently, the popular girl group NewJeans released an official statement concerning the lawsuit initiated by their agency, ADOR. This legal action seeks to confirm the legitimacy of the group’s exclusive contract with the agency.

Background of the Dispute

The situation escalated when NewJeans announced the termination of their contract with ADOR, provoking the agency to pursue legal avenues aimed at resolving the underlying issues affecting the group.

Claims by NewJeans

On December 6, NewJeans publicly refuted ADOR’s assertion that their contract could not be terminated until the company restored support and investment. In their statement, the group emphasized that they have already generated adequate profits for both ADOR and its parent company, HYBE.

Allegations of Defamation

In their statement, NewJeans accused HYBE of employing various defamation tactics that pose a risk to the group’s reputation and market value. The quintet expressed their discontent that ADOR permitted such actions, subsequently eroding their trust in the agency.

“According to a clause in our exclusive contract, we retain the right to terminate if ADOR neglects its obligations. It is unreasonable and inhumane for the agency to demand that we continue our activities for an additional five years, particularly in light of their breaches.”

Commitment Despite Contract Issues

Despite their decision to end the contractual relationship, the members of NewJeans have committed to fulfilling their remaining obligations with ADOR. However, they highlighted troubling incidents, including harassment of their management team and the alleged confiscation of laptops by ADOR and HYBE.

Looking Forward

NewJeans conveyed their disappointment in ADOR for resorting to legal measures instead of addressing the concerns raised by the group. They expressed hope that the upcoming legal proceedings will shed light on the reasons behind their contract termination and the violations committed by ADOR.

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