NewJeans, a prominent K-pop group, has responded firmly to the lawsuit filed by Hybe subsidiary Ador regarding their contract termination dispute. The group maintains their stance on ending the agreement, which was set to run until 2029.

Key developments in the dispute:

• NewJeans issued an ultimatum in November demanding the reinstatement of former Ador head Min Hee-jin
• The group announced contract termination last week after their demands weren't met
• Ador filed a lawsuit claiming NewJeans has no legal grounds for termination

NewJeans' position:

• Claims Ador committed multiple contractual violations regarding promotion and personnel
• States that Hybe and Ador have already recovered their investments
• Maintains that the companies haven't directly addressed their allegations of contract violations
• Welcomes upcoming court proceedings to reveal details about Ador's alleged breaches

Industry response:

• The Korea Entertainment Producer's Association has condemned NewJeans' position
• The Korea Management Association has expressed support for Hybe/Ador
• The case may influence future K-pop contract negotiations and agency relationships

The legal battle continues as NewJeans fulfills what they claim are their final contractual obligations, while the industry watches closely for potential precedent-setting outcomes in the K-pop sector.

Legal proceedings are expected to reveal more details about the circumstances leading to this contract dispute and its implications for the Korean entertainment industry.

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