The legal and corporate dispute involving ADOR, former CEO Min Hee-jin and K-pop group NewJeans has taken another turn following the publication of a new report containing fresh allegations about the group’s independent activities.
The report, published on July 4 KST, claims that Min Hee-jin was involved in discussions and planning related to several activities undertaken by NewJeans during the ongoing conflict with ADOR. However, the allegations have not been independently verified, and neither Min Hee-jin nor NewJeans’ representatives have publicly responded as of publication.
Report Links Min Hee-jin to Independent Activities
According to the report, the allegations are based on conversations involving Min Hee-jin and her associates, as well as materials reportedly presented during the third hearing of ADOR’s damages lawsuit on July 2.
The publication claimed that Min was aware of and participated in planning certain independent activities carried out by NewJeans during the dispute period. These activities allegedly included overseas appearances and promotional projects conducted outside ADOR’s direct management structure.
The report further alleged that confidentiality was emphasized throughout the planning process and that some expenses were covered through funds raised by the members’ parents.
Claims of Broader Legal Strategy
The report also alleged that several public actions undertaken during the dispute formed part of a broader legal strategy intended to strengthen future court arguments.
Among the claims was the suggestion that certain public communications and activities were designed to support legal positions regarding the contractual relationship between the group and ADOR.
The publication further reported that discussions had allegedly shifted away from reconciliation efforts and toward preparing grounds for contract termination.
These allegations remain unverified and have not been confirmed by any court ruling.
Allegations Regarding External Business Discussions
Another claim in the report suggested that discussions may have taken place involving potential business opportunities connected to an external company backed by Chinese investment.
The publication alleged that exploratory conversations occurred regarding future contractual arrangements. However, no official evidence supporting these claims has been publicly released, and no regulatory findings have been announced.
Danielle and ADOR Dispute Continues
The latest report arrives amid a separate legal dispute involving NewJeans member Danielle and ADOR.
According to previous court filings cited by local media, ADOR has alleged that Danielle participated in unauthorized activities while still under contract with the agency.
The label has also claimed that trust between the parties was damaged during the course of the dispute.
Danielle and her representatives have not publicly addressed the latest allegations contained in the July 4 report.
No Verified Findings Yet
It is important to note that the claims outlined in the report have not been independently verified. Court proceedings related to the dispute remain ongoing, and no final judicial determination has been made regarding many of the allegations currently circulating in the media.
As legal proceedings continue, observers within the K-pop industry are closely watching developments due to the potential implications for artist-agency relationships and contract management within the entertainment sector.
Next Court Hearing Scheduled
The next hearing connected to ADOR’s damages lawsuit involving Danielle, her mother and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin is reportedly scheduled for July 23.
Until further evidence emerges or official rulings are issued, many of the allegations remain matters of dispute between the parties involved.
The ongoing case continues to be one of the most closely followed legal battles in the South Korean entertainment industry.
