Agency ADOR announced it is in positive negotiations regarding Minji’s future with the K-pop group NewJeans [1].
The update comes after a period of legal disputes between the artist and the agency. The resolution of these talks will determine if the group maintains its original lineup or transitions to a four-member unit [2].
ADOR shared the update on the official NewJeans social media accounts [1]. The announcement followed roughly four months of silence from the agency regarding the member's status [1], [2].
According to reports, the agency said they are in "positive negotiations" [1]. This signal suggests that the group's potential comeback is being discussed in a constructive manner [2].
The timing of the update coincided with a celebratory post for Minji's birthday on the group's social media channels [1]. This post included details about cookies Minji personally made for fans who had organized "birthday cafes" for her, along with letters, and photos [1].
While the agency has not yet confirmed the final structure of the group, the mention of a four-member system has sparked speculation among the fanbase [1]. The agency said the negotiations are ongoing to resolve the current situation [1].
“Agency ADOR announced it is in positive negotiations regarding Minji’s future with the K-pop group NewJeans.”
The transition to a potential four-member lineup suggests that while a compromise is being reached, the legal or contractual disputes may prevent a full return to the original five-member roster. For the K-pop industry, this highlights the increasing complexity of contract disputes between high-profile idols and their management labels.
