NewJeans Opens Up About Legal Battle and Future Plans

NewJeans (NJZ) has shared their feelings following a court's decision to grant an injunction requested by their agency, ADOR. In an interview with BBC News Korea, the group opened up about the challenges they've faced and their hopes for the future.

Hanni expressed that all decisions made over the past year were the result of intense internal discussions. She emphasized the difficulty of repeatedly addressing the issue, especially since it involves other teams they don't wish to affect. The members have been careful to ensure that every decision is unanimously agreed upon, highlighting the importance of each member's voice in the process.

The group had previously announced the unilateral termination of their exclusive contract with ADOR in November, planning to continue activities under the name NJZ. However, the court's injunction has temporarily halted their independent endeavors. Despite this, NewJeans reaffirmed their stance by attending 'ComplexCon Hong Kong 2025' as planned, signaling their resolve not to return to ADOR.

Danielle shared the emotional toll the situation has taken, revealing how suppressing their feelings became unbearable. She and Hyein both addressed the public's misconceptions about their ability to speak freely due to their fame, stressing the courage it took to voice the injustices they've faced. Danielle also expressed their simple desire to continue their work without interference, lies, or misunderstandings.

Hanni concluded by sharing her fears about the uncertainty of their future, a stark contrast to her expectations two years ago as a trainee. Despite the challenges, the group remains determined to move forward, hopeful to avoid a future where they can no longer perform.