BTS member Jungkook recently showed his support for NewJeans, which has led to some tension among HYBE employees.

On September 14, Jungkook shared a photo of his dog, “Jeonbam,” on Instagram with the caption, “Artists are not guilty.” He added emoticons in various colors to show his support for NewJeans.

After Jungkook’s post, the anonymous HYBE employee community Blind was buzzing with activity.

One HYBE worker shared Jungkook’s post and wrote, “I feel even more bitter. What have we been working for?”

Other employees voiced their concerns as well. Comments included: “It looks like the company is really going to split apart,” “Why this artist? It feels like a sign the company is collapsing,” “It’s true that artists are not guilty, but what about those who are guilty? What are they doing now?” “It seems like they want to ruin everything,” and “We’re just reminded that we, as regular employees, don’t matter.”

There were mixed reactions. Some employees wondered if Jungkook’s post was aimed at former CEO Min Hee Jin, while others felt it was more about criticizing HYBE.

Some were disappointed, saying, “Are we listening to the most controversial person?” and “Look at how this is being interpreted and causing more controversy. What’s the point?”

As discussions heated up both inside and outside HYBE, the company took action. Jungkook later posted on Instagram, “Don’t use them.”

HYBE’s label Big Hit Music responded, saying Jungkook’s post was meant to show that young artists should not be dragged into disputes or used as a shield.

Meanwhile, posts criticizing NewJeans and attacking former CEO Min Hee Jin and Shin Woo Seok, who is linked to the Dolphin Kidnapping Group, have been spreading on Blind, upsetting NewJeans fans.

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BLACKPINK member Jennie made a special surprise appearance at Zico's concert, leaving fans and even Zico himself in shock!

On November 24, Zico celebrated the 10th anniversary of his solo debut with his concert, "ZICO LIVE: JOIN THE PARADE," at the Olympic Hall in Seoul's Olympic Park. The event was filled with excitement as Zico performed for fans after a long time.

Zico kicked off the night with his hit songs like "New Thing" and warmly greeted the audience. He said, “It’s been so long. I missed you. A solo concert feels so different from other events. I’ve really missed being with you at a concert like this.”

He added, “‘Join the Parade’ is my first solo concert under my name in six years, so it’s very special to me. Plus, this year marks 10 years since my solo debut. My journey in music has felt like a parade, and tonight, I want to show you all of it in different parts.”

Zico thanked his fans, saying, “A parade always has spectators, and I think that’s its most important value. You are my wings, and I’m the body. Let’s fly together and make this the hottest place in the world tonight!”

The crowd erupted with cheers when Jennie unexpectedly joined Zico on stage during his performance of "Freak." Without any prior announcement, Jennie gave a brief but unforgettable performance, lighting up the stage before leaving just as suddenly.

After the show, Zico shared how surprised he was. “I didn’t know Jennie would come on stage. Suddenly, the music director told me through my in-ear monitor to stop singing, and I started imagining all kinds of things. Then Jennie appeared, and I was completely shocked. I even did a stage here that I hadn’t done at the MAMA Awards!”

This concert marked Zico’s first solo event in six years since his 2018 "King Of the Zungle" tour, making it a night to remember for fans. With Jennie's surprise appearance, it became even more unforgettable!

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