Min Hee Jin, the internal director of Ador, has shared new details about the claims that ILLIT copied NewJeans. On October 11, a hearing took place at the Seoul Central District Court regarding a provisional injunction Min Hee Jin filed against HYBE about voting rights.

During the hearing, Min Hee Jin's side discussed the controversial issue of "ILLIT's copying of NewJeans." They stated, "HYBE says the claim that ILLIT copied NewJeans is false, but we have shocking information from an internal employee of HYBE."

Min Hee jin revealed that she received a message from a former deputy representative at Ador about the similarities between the two. She explained that Belift Lab received a proposal for NewJeans while planning for ILLIT. Chairman Bang Si-hyuk was impressed with the NewJeans proposal in 2021. However, during ILLIT's planning, Belift Lab used the NewJeans proposal as a reference, which led to them creating a plan that was surprisingly similar.

To support their claims, Min Hee Jin's side plans to share all conversations with the informant to add credibility to their story.

In May, Min Hee Jin stated that ILLIT had been copying NewJeans in many areas, including style, media concepts, and events. However, Belift Lab denied these allegations and released a statement to clarify their position.

Min Hee Jin is determined to fight back against these claims and hopes to bring the truth to light. Fans are waiting to see how this situation will unfold and what it means for both NewJeans and ILLIT .

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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