The ongoing conflict between Min Hee-Jin, former CEO of ADOR, and ADOR/HYBE has intensified, with both sides exchanging statements over a controversial 2-month producing commission contract for NEWJEANS. This clash raises questions about the future of NEWJEANS and the internal dynamics within ADOR.
Unreasonable Contract Terms
Min Hee-Jin has strongly objected to the producing commission contract offered by ADOR’s new CEO, Ju Young-Kim. The contract, covering only 2 months from August 27 to November 1, 2024, has been criticized by Min Hee-Jin as being one-sided and unreasonable.
She claims the contract’s short duration is impractical, especially given NEWJEANS’ upcoming 2025 world tour preparations.
Min Hee-Jin further highlighted that the contract includes “toxic provisions,” allowing ADOR to terminate the agreement at any time without clear criteria.
She argues that these terms reflect ADOR’s lack of commitment to her continued involvement in NEWJEANS’ production and suggest an attempt to push her out of the role.
ADOR/HYBE’s Response: Contract Reflects Director Term
In response, ADOR/HYBE clarified that the 2-month period in the contract aligns with Min Hee-Jin’s remaining term as an internal director at ADOR, which ends on November 1, 2024.
They emphasized that the contract could be renewed if her term as a director is extended. ADOR/HYBE also defended the contract’s termination clauses, stating they are standard measures for internal directors.
However, ADOR/HYBE expressed regret over Min Hee-Jin’s decision to publicize the contract details instead of addressing her concerns internally, further escalating the conflict between the parties.
Implications for NEWJEANS and ADOR
This public dispute has cast uncertainty over Min Hee-Jin’s future role in NEWJEANS’ production and the overall direction of the group. As NEWJEANS prepares for their world tour, the resolution of this conflict will be crucial in determining the group’s creative and operational leadership.
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