Min Hee-jin Denies Influencing NewJeans Hanni in Lawsuit

At the Seoul Central District Court on November 27, 2025, former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin personally attended a hearing and vehemently denied allegations that she influenced NewJeans Hanni to testify before the National Assembly. The denial comes during the third hearing of the high-profile Min Hee-jin lawsuit against HYBE, marking a significant moment in the ongoing legal battle.

The Court Hearing and Min Hee-jin’s Denial

The third hearing in the lawsuit between Min Hee-jin and HYBE was held before Presiding Judge Nam Insoo. Attending in person, Min Hee-jin addressed the accusation that she had orchestrated NewJeans Hanni’s appearance at a National Assembly audit in 2024. She firmly stated that she had not instructed the artist to participate, countering claims made amid the contentious ADOR HYBE dispute.

Background of the NewJeans Hanni Testimony

The controversy stems from an incident in 2024 when NewJeans Hanni revealed during a YouTube live broadcast that another artist’s manager had told her to “ignore” something. This revelation led to the NewJeans fandom filing a petition with the Ministry of Employment and Labor. Subsequently, in October 2024, Hanni appeared as a witness at the National Assembly’s Environment and Labor Committee audit to testify about the damages she experienced. The allegation that Min Hee-jin was behind this testimony has been a focal point in the Min Hee-jin lawsuit.

Ongoing ADOR HYBE Dispute and Future of NewJeans

The legal proceedings are unfolding as the future of NewJeans remains a topic of intense speculation among fans and industry insiders. The future of the globally popular group NewJeans is a key point of interest. Recently, their agency ADOR officially announced the return of members NewJeans HaeRin and Hyein to activities. The agency is also reportedly pursuing meetings with the other members, NewJeans MinJi, NewJeans Danielle, and NewJeans Hanni, to discuss their future paths. This development suggests that despite the ADOR HYBE dispute, efforts are being made to continue the group’s activities.

Min Hee-jin’s New Venture

While the legal battle continues, Min Hee-jin has already embarked on a new chapter in her career. It was recently confirmed that she has established a new agency named ‘OOAK’ (One of a Kind). This move signals her intention to remain a prominent figure in the K-pop industry, independent of her past affiliations with HYBE and ADOR. The establishment of OOAK adds another layer to the evolving narrative, as the industry watches to see what new creative projects she will spearhead.

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