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ADOR Sues Ex-NewJeans Member Danielle for 43.1 Billion Won, Names Min Hee-jin

The filing escalates a long-running dispute that has left NewJeans’ lineup in flux.

Overview

  • Seoul Central District Court’s Civil Division 31 was assigned the case seeking roughly 43.1 billion won in damages, with no first hearing date set.
  • The complaint names Danielle, an unnamed family member, and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin as defendants.
  • The lawsuit follows ADOR’s December 29 termination of Danielle’s contract after protracted legal battles over the group’s exclusive agreements.
  • ADOR has asserted that the family member and Min Hee-jin bear significant responsibility for the dispute and for delays to the group’s return.
  • Courts earlier blocked a planned NJZ rebrand and ordered the members to honor contracts through 2029; ADOR says Hyein and Haerin have rejoined, Hanni is staying, and Minji remains in talks.