Get ready for a thrilling mix of comedy, action, and supernatural drama! Jung Kyung Ho, Seol In Ah, and Cha Hak Yeon are joining forces for MBC's exciting new drama Labor Lawyer Noh Moo Jin, set to air in May 2025. This Friday-Saturday drama promises to take viewers on a wild ride with a labor lawyer who sees ghosts while tackling labor issues.

Directed by the renowned Im Soon Rye, famous for her work in Chungmuro, this marks her first-ever drama direction. The show has already caught attention due to its unique premise and the impressive talents of its lead cast.

Jung Kyung Ho will star as Noh Moo Jin, a pragmatic labor lawyer who has no interest in history or society but is just trying to survive. After a brush with death, he reluctantly starts solving labor disputes brought to him by ghosts. Fans can expect Jung Kyung Ho to bring his A-game with his ability to switch between serious and comedic roles. Known for his hits like Prison Playbook, Hospital Playlist, and One Hit Scandal, he's set to redefine his career with this quirky character.

Seol In Ah will play Na Hee Joo, Noh Moo Jin’s sharp-witted sister-in-law who steps in to help revive his struggling office. While Na Hee Joo doesn’t have a traditional job, she's brilliant at making money, with strong judgment and a fearless attitude. Seol In Ah, who became a rising star in dramas like Mr. Queen and Business Proposal, will bring her bold, magnetic presence to this role.

Cha Hak Yeon will bring a playful and unpredictable vibe to his character, Ko Gyeon Woo, a former journalist-turned-video creator. With his focus on increasing views over meaningful content, he starts to care about the ghosts' stories, forming a unique bond with Seol In Ah's character and looking up to Jung Kyung Ho’s Noh Moo Jin. Cha Hak Yeon, known for his roles in Bad and Crazy and Joseon Lawyer, is ready to showcase his mysterious, romantic side while building perfect chemistry with his co-stars.

With its fascinating plot and a talented cast, Labor Lawyer Noh Moo Jin is definitely a drama to watch out for in 2025!

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ADOR has responded to NewJeans' recent search for new stage names, claiming that the move could seriously breach their exclusive contract.

On January 23rd, ADOR shared their stance on the matter with Herald POP, addressing the controversy around the members’ contest for new stage names.

The company clarified, "ADOR maintains that the exclusive contract is valid, and we are sincerely following the legal process."

The statement continued, "We regret that the members are attempting independent entertainment activities, such as seeking new stage names before receiving legal judgment, as this could be a serious breach of contract."

The situation dates back to November 28th of last year when NewJeans held an emergency press conference.

At the time, the group announced that they were terminating their exclusive contract with ADOR, stating, "We are terminating the contract with ADOR at midnight on the 29th."

They added, "The fault lies with HYBE and ADOR, so there is no reason for us to file a lawsuit, nor do we have any reason to pay any penalty". Since then, the members have been pursuing their own independent activities.

In response, ADOR filed a lawsuit seeking confirmation of the validity of their exclusive contract with the group.

Before the court could deliver a judgment, ADOR took further legal action, requesting an injunction to prevent NewJeans from independently contacting advertisers.

They also sought a ban on the group entering into advertising contracts without ADOR's approval, maintaining that the agency's status should be upheld.

Not backing down, NewJeans' members appointed the same law firm, Sejong, as ADOR's former representative Min Hee Jin. They declared, "We will fight proudly in court to clarify ADOR’s and HYBE’s wrongdoings and bring the truth to light".

In a bold move, they also announced they would not be returning to HYBE and encouraged fans to participate in their search for new stage names that have no ties to the NewJeans brand.

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