NewJeans made their first domestic stage appearance since announcing plans to terminate their exclusive contract with ADOR, but fans noticed something unusual—no mention of the name "NewJeans".

On December 7, the group performed as special guests at Japanese duo YOASOBI's concert held at Incheon’s Inspire Arena.

The members—Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein—delivered powerful performances of their hit tracks "How Sweet" and "Right Now".

However, when introducing themselves to the crowd, they each used their individual names instead of referring to themselves as "NewJeans".

Additionally, the stage screens, which would typically display the group’s iconic logo, remained blank of any branding tied to the group name.

YOASOBI mentioned "NewJeans" once during the event, but this was the only time the group name was referenced.

This decision has sparked heated discussions online. Fans and netizens debated the situation, with some pointing out the awkwardness of the group’s introduction.

One fan commented, "Are we calling them ‘formerly known as NewJeans’ now?" while others expressed frustration, calling it "a strange moment in K-pop history."

The controversy stems from NewJeans' recent announcement to terminate their contract with ADOR, leading to strong backlash from the Korean Entertainment Producers Association (KEPA) and other industry bodies.

KEPA recently issued a statement calling the group’s decision "irresponsible", urging them to "retract their baseless claims and return to their regular activities".

Fans are now curious about how NewJeans will handle upcoming performances and commitments. Will they continue to avoid using their group name, or will they face more criticism for their actions?

For now, the situation remains tense, with many hoping for clarity and resolution in the near future.

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Actor Jung Hae In is finding himself in a very awkward situation over his social media following, and even his good friend Lee Jong Suk has shared his thoughts on the matter!

Recently, Jung Hae In's personal social media account has been flooded with requests from fans to unfollow actor Kim Soo Hyun, who is facing serious personal issues and a legal dispute.

This controversy started after Kim Soo Hyun was edited out of the MBC variety show Good Day, and the public began questioning whether continuing to follow him on social media was a sign of support.

The situation became more complicated when fellow "88s" group member Im Si Wan unfollowed everyone on his list except his agency.

Fans quickly pressured Jung Hae In to do the same, but many felt this demand was unfair.

What really made headlines, though, was Lee Jong Suk’s unexpected reaction to the whole situation. Lee Jong Suk, who is close to Jung Hae In, seemed taken aback by the pressure his friend was under.

He was quoted saying, “It’s just a follow. People need to stop overreacting. Jung Hae In is his own person, and his choices should be respected.” His words have left fans in shock, especially since Lee Jong Suk is usually more private.

While Jung Hae In has done nothing wrong, he’s now caught in the middle of a social media frenzy. Should he unfollow Kim Soo Hyun just to please the public, or should he stand his ground and stay true to his friendships?

Fans are eagerly waiting to see how he will handle this situation, especially with Lee Jong Suk’s support behind him.

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