Leaving ADOR, NewJeans Will Fight for Group Name Copyright

Kapanlagi.com - A shocking decision comes from the girl group NewJeans. The five members, Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein, have officially terminated their contract with the agency ADOR and HYBE. This decision has drawn public attention, especially due to its impact on their group name.

In a press conference in Gangnam, Seoul, on Thursday (28/11), Danielle stated that the name NewJeans can no longer be used after the contract was terminated. However, she emphasized that they will not give up on fighting for the rights to that group name.

Meanwhile, this step was taken after the ultimatum given by NewJeans to ADOR to rectify the contract violations received no response. As the deadline passed, the situation did not change, prompting them to take this significant step.

NewJeans has terminated their contract with ADOR and HYBE. Now, they are ready to fight for the rights to the group name that has become their identity.

1. NewJeans' Ultimatum to ADOR

NewJeans will fight for the group's name (credit: instagram/newjeans_official)

NewJeans sent an ultimatum to ADOR on November 13, 2024. In the letter, they demanded the agency to rectify the exclusive contract violations within 14 days.

"If our demands for rectification are not met, we will terminate the exclusive contract," said a representative of NewJeans in a letter signed by all members.

The letter also highlighted allegations that HYBE prioritized other groups, such as ILLIT and LE SSERAFIM, resulting in significantly reduced support for NewJeans.

2. ADOR's Stance Ahead of the Deadline

NewJeans will fight for the group's name (credit: instagram/newjeans_official)

In response to the ultimatum, ADOR's CEO, Kim Ju-young, stated that they were reviewing NewJeans' demands. He promised to resolve the issue wisely and continue to collaborate with the group.

However, by the deadline of November 27, 2024, ADOR did not show concrete efforts to meet the demands. This uncertainty led NewJeans to decide to take decisive action, namely terminating the contract.

3. Leaving ADOR and HYBE

NewJeans will fight for the group's name (credit: instagram/newjeans_official)

After the decision to terminate their contract with ADOR and HYBE, NewJeans faces the reality that they can no longer use their group name. However, Danielle emphasized in a press conference that they will not give up on fighting for that name.

"We are all aware that starting today we can no longer use our current name, NewJeans," said Danielle. "However, we will continue to fight for NewJeans. Regardless of the name, remember that NewJeans never dies."

This decision is also accompanied by hopes to continue their music career independently, even though new challenges await them.

4. New Hope: Music and Tour for Bunnies

NewJeans will fight for the group's name (credit: instagram/newjeans_official)

Despite facing a name rights conflict, Danielle stated that they still plan to continue their music work and hope to greet their fans, Bunnies, around the world soon.

"We really hope to release music for Bunnies next year, or as soon as possible," said Danielle. She also added that their desire to meet fans in various countries serves as motivation to keep creating.

5. Why did NewJeans decide to terminate their contract with ADOR?

NewJeans ended their contract because ADOR did not meet the demands to rectify the exclusive contract violations. They also felt that HYBE prioritized other groups, such as ILLIT and LE SSERAFIM.

6. Can NewJeans still use their group name?

After the contract was terminated, NewJeans is temporarily unable to use that name. However, they plan to fight for the rights to the name NewJeans so that it can belong to them again.

7. What is the impact of this contract termination on NewJeans?

In addition to losing the group's name, NewJeans may also face penalties for terminating a contract that was supposed to end in 2029.

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