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Another page in the long story of K-idols versus their agencies In an emergency press conference last night, Nov. 28, five-member girl group NewJeans announced they are leaving Ador. This

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.

"Our contracts with ADOR have ended as of Nov. 29, 2024, and the five of us will start our new activities, free from HYBE and ADOR," the members of NewJeans said in a statement on Friday afternoon.

With Ador likely gearing up to start a legal battle, its now-former K-pop girl group NewJeans appears ready to move forward with their activities, signaling the start of what could be a long legal fight over rights and compensation.

Members promise to fight for the use of girl group’s name, with Danielle saying ‘NewJeans never die’ and they hope to put out new music.

As the controversy grew, attention shifted to NewJeans' struggle against what they called a toxic work environment. On October 15, the group's member Hanni gave testimony before the Environment and Labor Committee of the South Korean National Assembly, detailing instances of harassment and discrimination at ADOR.

In response to the press conference, ADOR issued a statement contradicting NewJeans' claims. The agency asserted that their exclusive contracts with the group remained valid, expressing disappointment that the press conference was held without proper review and before receiving a reply to the letter of demand.

NewJeans members Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein said they would continue their activities independently, free from HYBE and ADOR.

Chart-topping K-pop group NewJeans announced Thursday their decision to leave their label ADOR, accusing the company of "mistreatment".Band member Hanni said Thursday the group has "faced mistreatment,