Clarification on Kalguksu Remarks Sparks 'Attitude Controversy'
NewJeans Minji Issues Apology Amid Growing Backlash
The agency Adore, which manages the female idol group NewJeans, has announced legal action against those who repeatedly post malicious comments and slander against their artists. NewJeans member 'Minji' has been suffering from malicious comments since the so-called 'Kalguksu remark' a year ago, and her attempt to clarify the issue recently led to further malicious comments, causing her difficulties.
On the 16th, Adore posted a 'Notice Regarding the Protection of NewJeans' Rights' on their official social networking service (SNS). Adore stated, "We apologize and express our gratitude to the fans who have been deeply concerned about the NewJeans members recently," and added, "We would like to once again inform you about malicious comments, slander, and dissemination activities."
They continued, "Through continuous monitoring, we are constantly taking legal action against malicious comments, malicious slander, insults, and defamation caused by the spread of false information related to NewJeans members," and said, "We ask that you refrain from further reckless speculation and malicious slander out of respect for an individual's dignity." Finally, Adore added, "We will continue to strive to protect the rights of NewJeans members," and "We sincerely thank the fans who always send love and support to NewJeans, and we want to express that your warm love and support are a great strength to the members."
The agency ADOR, which manages the K-pop idol group NewJeans, has announced legal action against those who repeatedly post malicious comments and slander their artists. NewJeans member Minji has been suffering from malicious comments since the so-called 'Kalguksu remark' a year ago, and her explanation of the issue has led to further negative comments, causing recent difficulties. [Photo by Yonhap News]
Minji of NewJeans also posted an apology on the fan communication app PONING the day before. Minji said, "During the live broadcast communicating with Bunnies on January 2nd, my tone and attitude caused discomfort to viewers," and apologized, "I am truly sorry to the Bunnies who were surprised and hurt by my poor attitude."
About a year ago, Minji was targeted by some netizens' criticism for a remark that seemed to show she did not know about 'Kalguksu' during a YouTube broadcast. Then, on the 2nd, her clarification during a live broadcast, saying "Do you think I don't know Kalguksu?" sparked another 'attitude controversy,' causing her difficulties again. Ultimately, through her apology, Minji said, "I tried to clarify out of frustration, but I deeply reflect on disappointing everyone with my immature attitude."
Meanwhile, Adore also posted a notice titled 'Legal Action Status Regarding Artist Rights Violations' on the fan community platform Weverse on December 29th last year. In the notice, Adore revealed that they had filed lawsuits against those who posted content that insults or mocks their artists, or posts comments that could cause sexual shame or disgust, as well as comments that harm the artists.
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