As tensions rise between HYBE and ADOR, ILLIT's creative director, Heo Se Ryun, has stirred controversy by posting a photo on Instagram that many believe is a direct jab at ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin.

On April 25, Heo Se Ryun shared a photo of a raised middle finger on her Instagram story. The photo, taken by photographer Mok Jung Wook, was posted without any caption.

Notably, the post coincided with Min Hee Jin's press conference, amplifying its impact and leading to speculation that Director Heo was expressing her frustration at Min Hee Jin's claim that ILLIT is simply "a copy of NewJeans."

In the meantime, HYBE has initiated an audit of CEO Min Hee Jin and another executive, identified as A, for allegedly trying to seize control of ADOR and has called for CEO Min's resignation.

In response, CEO Min has categorically denied these allegations, arguing that the dispute began when HYBE's subsidiary, Belift Lab, launched ILLIT, mirroring NewJeans' concept.

Korean netizens have commented:

"She did copy NewJeans, why is she behaving like this?"

"She should feel ashamed."

"People have been saying ILLIT is similar to NewJeans."

"She's acting so immature."

"I'm starting to dislike ILLIT because of her."

"The reason Min Hee Jin got upset is because of ILLIT. I don't think they would have fought if it wasn't for ILLIT copying NewJeans."

"It's amusing how she posted such a cute finger to say 'f u.'"

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On the latest episode of JTBC’s Battle! Paeng Bong Paeng Bong aired on April 19, actor Yoo Seung Ho showed up with a whole new vibe — a calm face, casual look, and a soft-growing beard that had everyone talking!

Appearing as a part-time helper for a fun cooking battle between married couple Paeng Hyun Sook and Lee Bong Won, Yoo Seung Ho teamed up with Kwak Dong Yeon to assist the two teams.

The pair helped with kitchen duties while also showing off their own cooking skills. Yoo Seung Ho whipped up spicy sea snail noodles (golbaengi somyeon), while Kwak Dong Yeon made his signature gochujang stew. The cast split up based on cooking abilities — Kwak Dong Yeon joined Park Mi Sun and Lee Bong Won, while Yoo Seung Ho sided with Paeng Hyun Sook and Choi Yang Rak.

Everyone was stunned when they learned Yoo Seung Ho is already 32 years old, saying he still looks like a baby-faced star! Park Mi Sun even pointed out that Kwak Dong Yeon is the same age as her son.

Later in the episode, Park Mi Sun stepped down from filming for health reasons, and comedian Lee Eun Ji came in as her replacement. She joked about being one year older than Yoo Seung Ho, and playfully made sure he knew it right away.

Because of long filming hours and travel, Yoo Seung Ho had grown a bit of facial hair. Kwak Dong Yeon teased him saying, “What are we gonna do about hyung’s beard?” But Lee Eun Ji was loving the new look! She said he reminded her of So Ji Sub from the hit drama I’m Sorry, I Love You. The production staff even added a hilarious caption: “Want to sell rice soup with me or die?” — referencing So Ji Sub’s legendary drama line.

Fans couldn’t get enough of Yoo Seung Ho’s chill new look, and many are already calling for a rugged drama comeback.

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