Court Rules NewJeans Must Halt Independent Activities in Dispute with ADOR

The Seoul Central District Court upholds ADOR's exclusive management rights, blocking NewJeans' rebranding as NJZ while the broader contract lawsuit continues.

The Seoul Central District Court granted ADOR an injunction, preventing NewJeans from pursuing independent activities under their rebranded name NJZ.
The court affirmed ADOR's exclusive management rights, citing potential damage to the label's reputation and the NewJeans brand if the group acted independently.
NewJeans, who accused ADOR of mistreatment and workplace harassment, announced plans to challenge the ruling, arguing a breakdown of trust with the agency.
ADOR stated it will support NewJeans' scheduled performance at ComplexCon under the NewJeans name, in compliance with the court's decision.
A broader lawsuit regarding the validity of NewJeans' contracts with ADOR is set for a full hearing on April 3, 2025.