🚨 Former NewJeans’ Daniel Set to Go Live Tonight! The First Message Since Contract Termination Shakes K-Pop 💔
The K-pop world holds its breath as Daniel, formerly of the sensational girl group NewJeans, is scheduled to make her first public appearance tonight via a live social media broadcast. This highly anticipated event follows a tumultuous period marked by a contentious contract termination notice from her agency, Ador, and sets the stage for a raw, unfiltered moment with her devoted fanbase.
As confirmed by Hwawoo Law Firm, Daniel’s legal representatives, the artist will connect with fans on January 12th at 7 PM KST through a live message on her personal social media channels. The firm emphasized that this broadcast is a sincere effort “to convey genuine feelings to fans who have waited a long time” and will feature “humble but honest updates and expressions of gratitude.”
The live stream will be broadcast on Daniel’s recently launched Instagram and YouTube channel, ‘dazzibelle.’ The channel’s creation was subtly announced with the cryptic yet poignant message: “For Those Who Waited. January 12th, 7 PM,” building immense anticipation among her global following. Interestingly, Hwawoo Law Firm has explicitly stated that this live session is purely for “pure communication with fans” and is “unrelated to the ongoing lawsuit.”
This live broadcast unfolds amidst a complex legal battle. Previously, Ador announced on December 29th that it had terminated Daniel’s exclusive contract and initiated a massive 43.1 billion KRW (approximately 32 million USD) lawsuit for damages. This action came after a court ruling affirmed the validity of the NewJeans members’ exclusive contracts, a decision that led to significant backlash from fans.
- 📢 December 29th: Ador issues a contract termination notice to Daniel and files a 43.1 billion KRW damages lawsuit.
- ⚖️ Prior Court Ruling: The courts affirmed the validity of NewJeans members’ exclusive contracts with Ador.
- 🗓️ Last October: Ador won a contract validity lawsuit against all five NewJeans members.
- 🔙 Subsequent Actions: Haerin, Hyein, and Hanni have returned to Ador, while discussions are ongoing for Minji’s return.
- 🚫 Daniel’s Status: Uniquely, Daniel received the contract termination, leading to further legal action against a family member and former CEO Min Hee-jin.
Given the ongoing legal disputes, the K-pop community and global fans are keenly awaiting Daniel’s live broadcast. While the legal team insists it is not about the lawsuit, the focus remains heavily on how Daniel will address her fans directly, offering a glimpse into her current state of mind and her hopes for the future. We at Hello Korea anticipate a moment of profound connection, shifting the narrative from legal proceedings to direct fan engagement.
This digital town hall underscores the evolving direct relationship between idols and their global fans, particularly during challenging times. It marks a significant shift in how artists can navigate disputes, moving beyond traditional agency statements to foster genuine, albeit vulnerable, connection.
We will continue to monitor this developing story and bring you the latest updates.
Editor: Minho Kang 📜
