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Min Hee-jin Launches New Entertainment Label Ooak Ahead of NewJeans Contract Ruling

The launch underscores Min’s return to the industry days before a court decision that could reshape NewJeans’ management future.

Overview

  • Corporate records show Min completed registration for Ooak on Oct. 16, her first new venture since departing ADOR in 2024.
  • Reports describe Ooak as a full-service operation covering artist management, music and album production and distribution, and concert and event planning.
  • The Seoul Central District Court is set to issue an initial ruling on Oct. 30 on the validity of NewJeans’ exclusive contracts with ADOR.
  • An injunction previously granted to ADOR and upheld on appeal currently bars the group’s members from pursuing independent activities.
  • Media note that Ooak is being discussed as a potential landing spot if the members prevail, while 32 public figures have petitioned to reconsider the performance ban.