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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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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