Reports have emerged that Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of Ador, actively interfered in the activities of the group NewJeans.
On the afternoon of the 2nd, Dispatch revealed that it had secured evidence that Min Hee-jin was involved in NewJeans' escape from Ador, and disclosed some of his messenger conversations. The source was not disclosed.
The media claimed that Min Hee-jin used NewJeans as his megaphone, stating that he was already aware of NewJeans' live broadcasts and member Hani's attendance at the National Assembly's audit. At the time, NewJeans members expressed that Min Hee-jin was not aware of these matters and that they were decisions made independently, not discussed with him.
Regarding this, some predicted that the matters shared between Min Hee-jin and NewJeans were already known and viewed it as a given fact. This is because NewJeans and Min Hee-jin had consistently expressed their desire to remain with Ador. It was argued that the actions taken were not at a level that an artist could unilaterally decide. In this context, Dispatch referred to Min Hee-jin as a liar, as if to correct the situation.
The media also mentioned Min Hee-jin's comments regarding the investment rumors surrounding the 'Dabollink' tampering controversy. Last month, Min Hee-jin stated, "I have not contacted or exchanged opinions with any parties. I want to clarify my position to eliminate any misunderstandings regarding the rumors." In response, the media pointed out that Min Hee-jin had met with the actual owner of the company last September, highlighting the inconsistency in his statement.
The media further reported, "Min Hee-jin asked the actual owner, 'Can I take NewJeans out?'” adding weight to the tampering allegations.
The media stated that Min Hee-jin avoided further contact with the actual owner after the meeting, expressing, "If successful, it's tampering; if not, it's just a meeting."
It is reported that Min Hee-jin's side is currently organizing their position regarding the report.
Currently, Min Hee-jin has resigned from his position as an inside director at Ador, and NewJeans officially announced on the 28th through an emergency press conference that they would terminate their contract with Ador.
[Ji Seung-hoon, Star Today Reporter]
