Amidst the ongoing turmoil surrounding HYBE LABELS and the conflict with ADOR’s CEO Min Hee Jin, fans of the girl group fromis_9 have initiated a three-day protest against Pledis Entertainment, a subsidiary under HYBE LABELS.

The Flover Global Alliance expressed concerns that the treatment of the group shifted following Lee Da Hye's appointment as CEO in 2022.

Alongside truck protests, they took their grievances online, utilizing hashtags such as #이다혜플레디스직무유기해명해 (LeeDaHye_explain_dereliction_of_duty) and #플레디스구체적인활동계획발표해 (PLEDIS_announce_detailed_promotions), accompanied by an official notice.

According to the alliance's notice in English, they perceived a significant decline in the group's support and promotional activities since Lee Da Hye assumed the role of CEO. Their grievances include:

• Reduced frequency and quality of official content uploads
• Unannounced comeback delays and communication blackout in March 2023

• Inadequate support during the 1st album 'Unlock My World' activities
• Insufficient promotion via official accounts and press releases
• Neglect of overseas fandoms
• Frequent reuse of stage outfits

The alliance demanded that Lee Da Hye and PLEDIS make the following changes:

• Cease making hollow promises and release a detailed plan on supporting fromis_9
• Explain the reasons behind the reduced support for fromis_9 activities since her tenure as CEO
• Demonstrate through actions that her appointment is not due to her association with Bang Si Hyuk, HYBE's chairman

Fans expressed dismay at the treatment of the group despite their eagerness to perform and make a comeback.

Meanwhile, the resignation of PLEDIS's visual director has stirred further speculation among fans.

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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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