NewJeans surprised fans by announcing they want to terminate their exclusive contract with ADOR as of midnight on November 29. But legal experts say the process isn't as simple as it sounds, and it could take months to resolve.

According to lawyers familiar with such cases, NewJeans will likely need to file for a provisional disposition to suspend their contract or start a lawsuit to confirm it is no longer valid.

These legal steps can take time—usually three to four months but sometimes over six months. This delay raises questions about whether NewJeans can continue their usual activities while the case is ongoing.

One legal expert explained, "In most cases, it takes around three to four months for a court to decide on a provisional disposition. But if the hearings become complicated, the process could take even longer."

They also noted that NewJeans might still work under ADOR during the legal dispute. However, activities like hiring their own staff or working with other companies would not be allowed.

Another lawyer added, "It’s hard for the members to run independent activities during the provisional period. But as long as their relationship with ADOR remains, they should be able to continue performing."

Fans are worried this legal battle could cause a long break in NewJeans’ activities. Still, experts believe the group can keep working with ADOR in the meantime, although under strict limitations.

NewJeans made the announcement during an emergency press conference on November 28 at SpaceShare Samsung Station Center in Seoul.

They shared several demands that led to their decision, including the reinstatement of Min Hee Jin, ADOR’s former CEO, who had stepped down, and an apology from a Belift Lab representative for alleged dismissive remarks toward member Hanni.

Other issues raised by NewJeans include the use of photos and videos without their consent and the need for guarantees to protect their creative identity.

The group gave ADOR two weeks to respond to their demands, hinting that they would take legal action if their concerns were not addressed.

ADOR reportedly sent their response via email on November 28 at 7 p.m., just hours before the deadline.

Fans and the public are now waiting to see how this dispute unfolds, as it could shape NewJeans’ future and their ability to maintain their creative vision.

For now, the situation remains uncertain, but everyone hopes for a resolution that keeps NewJeans shining on stage.

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BTS’s Jimin is once again proving his global dominance, especially in Japan, where his solo music continues to break records!

Jimin's hit song "Who", from his second album MUSE, has just been awarded the prestigious Gold streaming certification from the Japan Record Association (RIAJ).

This honor comes after "Who" surpassed a remarkable 50 million streams in February, making it the first solo song by Jimin to receive this certification in Japan!

The Japan Record Association certifies music based on total streams, with Gold for 50 million streams, Platinum for 100 million, and Diamond for a massive 500 million.

This achievement adds another significant milestone to Jimin’s growing solo career.

Previously, Jimin also earned a Platinum certification for his first album FACE (for 250,000 units shipped) and a Gold certification for MUSE (for over 100,000 units shipped).

With the Gold streaming certification for "Who", Jimin now holds a total of three prestigious certifications from the Japan Record Association, solidifying his place as a solo artist.

Not only that, but "Who" made waves on the Billboard charts, staying on the Billboard Hot 100 for an impressive 33 weeks, setting a record for the longest-charting K-pop solo song! It also spent 32 weeks on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, showing just how much love fans have for his music.

Jimin’s solo success doesn’t stop there, as GOLDEN also spent 20 weeks on the Billboard Japan Hot Albums chart, and Jimin continues to dominate the Billboard Japan Artist 100, where he has now charted for 47 weeks! Clearly, Jimin’s popularity is unstoppable!

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