NewJeans member Minji. [Photo by Yoo Dae-gil, dbeorlf123@ajunews.com]
Speculation has grown that NewJeans member Minji could resume activities, and her agency, ADOR, said discussions are continuing “in a positive direction.”
ADOR told this outlet on the 7th that it is “continuing internal discussions” regarding Minji’s future activities. The company said it cannot share details at this time, adding, “Please understand that talks are generally continuing in a positive direction.”
Online, attention increased after reports said Minji made a surprise visit to a birthday-themed cafe organized by fans. Witnesses said she handed out handwritten letters and cookies to fans. Later, NewJeans’ official social media accounts posted several photos showing Minji making cookies with the message “HAPPY MINJI DAY,” and a celebratory image also appeared on the main screen of the group’s Weverse fan platform account. After ADOR marked her birthday through official channels, some fans predicted her return to activities could be near.
NewJeans has been in a dispute with its agency. In November last year, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein returned to ADOR and have continued activities, but Minji’s status had not been finalized. Danielle left the group and has continued a legal dispute with ADOR. If Minji confirms her return through talks with the agency, it could speed up efforts to normalize the group’s activities.
ADOR told this outlet on the 7th that it is “continuing internal discussions” regarding Minji’s future activities. The company said it cannot share details at this time, adding, “Please understand that talks are generally continuing in a positive direction.”
Online, attention increased after reports said Minji made a surprise visit to a birthday-themed cafe organized by fans. Witnesses said she handed out handwritten letters and cookies to fans. Later, NewJeans’ official social media accounts posted several photos showing Minji making cookies with the message “HAPPY MINJI DAY,” and a celebratory image also appeared on the main screen of the group’s Weverse fan platform account. After ADOR marked her birthday through official channels, some fans predicted her return to activities could be near.
NewJeans has been in a dispute with its agency. In November last year, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein returned to ADOR and have continued activities, but Minji’s status had not been finalized. Danielle left the group and has continued a legal dispute with ADOR. If Minji confirms her return through talks with the agency, it could speed up efforts to normalize the group’s activities.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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