NewJeans member Danielle sued for millions after bitter feud with K-pop record label

NewJeans member Danielle sued for millions after bitter feud with K-pop record label

The Guardiangeneral

Key Points:

  • K-pop label Ador is suing former NewJeans member Danielle Marsh and two others for nearly US$30 million in damages following her removal from the group amid a year-long contract dispute.
  • The legal battle stems from NewJeans' attempt to leave Ador, with a Seoul court ruling in favor of the label, enforcing the band's contract until 2029.
  • Ador accuses Danielle’s family member and former producer Min Hee-jin of significant responsibility for the dispute and the band's delayed return, while claiming most members have chosen to stay with the label.
  • The conflict involves allegations of mistreatment and manipulation by the label, with band members publicly criticizing Ador and Hybe, and raising broader issues about K