NewJeans Parents’ Clapback at HYBE Sparks Outrage: “This Isn’t Right!”
🔥 K-Pop Drama Alert! The parents of NewJeans (NJZ) have stepped into the spotlight with a bombshell statement accusing HYBE of “media manipulation” amid rumors of family discord involving the group’s youngest members. But instead of calming the storm, their response has fans and netizens screaming, “This is seriously too much!”
What Went Down?
A recent report by Chosun Biz claimed that one underage NewJeans member’s contract termination with ADOR (the group’s sub-label under HYBE) was not agreed upon by both parents. Speculation initially pointed to Haerin, but the parents’ statement shut down those rumors—only to indirectly confirm the member in question is Hyein, the group’s 15-year-old maknae.
The parents’ letter not only denied Haerin’s involvement but accused HYBE of exploiting private family matters for “media play.” However, the move backfired, with critics slamming the parents for publicly dragging Hyein’s family into the mess.
Netizens React: “This Is Disgusting!”
Fans are torn over the parents’ approach. While some understand their desire to protect their children, others argue they’ve worsened the situation. Here’s what the internet is saying:
“If it’s not Haerin, there’s only one minor left… They basically outed Hyein’s family? She’s the youngest! Are they saying, ‘Not our kid’? This isn’t right.”
“Min Hee Jin’s cult-like influence is showing. Why attack ILLIT and now their own members? These parents are problematic.”
“Name one idol group where parent involvement ended well. Spoiler: You can’t.”
The backlash highlights a growing debate over whether families should publicly engage in industry disputes—especially when minors are involved.
Bigger Picture: HYBE vs. ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin
This controversy adds fuel to the fiery feud between HYBE and ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin, which has dominated K-pop headlines for weeks. From accusations of “copying” NewJeans’ concept with rookie group ILLIT to power struggles over label control, the battle is far from over.
Why It Matters
NewJeans, hailed as K-pop’s “4th-gen IT girls,” now risk having their image tangled in adult drama. With HYBE and ADOR locked in a corporate war—and parents taking sides—fans worry the group’s unity and reputation could pay the price.
