NewJeans announces contract termination at the emergency press conference, HYBE unaware

NewJeans held an emergency press conference tonight, November 28, at 8:30 PM in Samseong-dong, Seoul, to announce their official stance on terminating their exclusive contract with ADOR. All five members—Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein—attended, sharing details of the situation and addressing their future as a group.

The group confirmed that their contract with ADOR and HYBE would officially end at midnight, citing a breach of contract by the agencies. NewJeans explained that they had sent a letter of certification on November 13, including the return of former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin. The letter also stated that failure to comply within 14 days would result in contract termination.

During the press conference, the group revealed their intention to continue their journey alongside Min Hee Jin. When asked by reporters about the usual requirement for mutual agreement in contract terminations, NewJeans clarified that the breach of contract by HYBE and ADOR, along with their lack of response during the stipulated period, had led to the contract termination without the need for further consent. As the situation unfolds, NewJeans' next steps, including their future plans with Min Hee Jin, will be closely watched.