In response, ADOR maintained that its agreement with NewJeans “remains in full effect.” The label urged the group to continue collaborating on upcoming projects. “We respectfully request that the group continue its collaboration with ADOR,” the statement read, according to Reuters.

NewJeans also revealed that they want to continue working with Min Hee-jin, the former ADOR CEO and the group’s creative director. Min was removed from her position at the label after HYBE accused her of attempting to gain control of ADOR from its parent company by selling company shares and leaking confidential information.

In response to the press conference, ADOR issued a statement contradicting NewJeans' claims. The agency asserted that their exclusive contracts with the group remained valid, expressing disappointment that the press conference was held without proper review and before receiving a reply to the letter of demand.