Ador, the management agency of NewJeans, has rejected the group’s abrupt announcement of contract termination, asserting that their exclusive agreement remains valid until July 31, 2029. The K-pop label’s response came after NewJeans held a press conference Thursday to reveal their decision,

What’s next for NewJeans after their departure from ADOR? From new labels to going independent, here are some possible theories we explored.

NewJeans also stated that, after their contract termination, they may no longer be able to use their group name going forward. In response, ADOR maintained that its agreement with

On, K-pop sensation NewJeans held an emergency press conference to announce their decision to terminate their contracts with HYBE subsidiary ADOR. The shocking announcement has sent ripples… The post NewJeans Exits HYBE’s ADOR: Here’s What Fans Need to Know appeared first on Where Is The Buzz | Breaking News,

Chart-topping K-pop group NewJeans have said they are leaving their agency after accusing it of "mistreatment" and "manipulation". The five-member girl band announced their departure from Ador, a subsidiary of powerhouse label Hybe,

NewJeans also revealed that they want to continue working with Min Hee-jin, the former ADOR CEO and the group’s creative director. Min was removed from her position at the label after HYBE accused her of attempting to gain control of ADOR from its parent company by selling company shares and leaking confidential information.

Hybe saw its share price drop by 7% after NewJeans announced plans to cut ties with the label over alleged mistreatment

This is the latest salvo in an ongoing battle between former NewJeans producer (and former ADOR CEO) Min Hee-Jin and HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk. From HYBE’s perspective, Min tried to do a hostile takeover of ADOR.

In a press conference, the members of NewJeans said they're leaving their label, Ador — and may not be able to use their group name in the future