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Seoul High Court Upholds ADOR’s Exclusive Management of NewJeans

The ruling bars NewJeans from independent ventures without ADOR approval, imposes 1 billion won fines per violation, defers the contract validity decision to a July court session.

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Overview

  • The Seoul High Court dismissed NewJeans’ appeal on June 17, reaffirming a ban on solo deals and independent promotions outside ADOR’s control.
  • The injunction, first issued by the Seoul Central District Court in March, confirms ADOR’s exclusive authority over all group and solo activities.
  • A penalty clause imposes 1 billion KRW per member for any unauthorized entertainment engagements under the NJZ or NewJeans brands.
  • NewJeans had announced contract termination in November 2024, citing alleged workplace harassment and a breakdown of trust, but courts have maintained the contracts’ validity.
  • The main lawsuit over the legitimacy of the exclusive contracts is set for a July 24 hearing, with an outcome that could influence future K-pop artist–agency disputes.