K-pop fans worry about Hanni’s absence, as rumors swirl around ongoing issues between HYBE and ADOR.

NewJeans’ Group Photo Raises Questions

NewJeans member Hanni was noticeably absent from a recent group photo, sparking concern among fans. The absence comes at a time when tensions between HYBE Corporation and Min Hee Jin, the creative force behind ADOR, are making headlines. On September 25, official photos featuring Minji, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein were posted on NewJeans’ social media, but Hanni was missing. This fueled speculation about ongoing management issues.

Conflict Between HYBE and Min Hee Jin

The timing of Hanni’s absence from the photo coincided with an ongoing conflict between HYBE and Min Hee Jin. Many fans remember September 25 as the deadline NewJeans had set for HYBE to address their concerns about Min Hee Jin’s role. Earlier this month, on September 11, the group held a YouTube livestream expressing their support for Min Hee Jin. During this livestream, Hanni bravely opened up about an incident where a HYBE manager allegedly instructed other group members to “ignore” her. The group showed strong support for Min Hee Jin, who had played a critical role in shaping NewJeans’ unique identity.

The members gave HYBE an ultimatum, requesting Min Hee Jin’s reinstatement as ADOR CEO by September 25. As the deadline passed, HYBE announced that it was “impossible” to reinstate her, leaving fans upset.

Fan Reactions to Hanni’s Absence

Many fans feared that Hanni’s absence from the photo might be related to the ongoing conflict. However, reports from Xports News on September 26 clarified that Hanni missed the group photo due to health reasons. This news calmed some fans, but the timing still raised questions about the overall situation within the group.

Despite these challenges, Minji took a moment to thank fans for their continued support, while Hanni reassured them by saying, “Our Bunnies are really strong. We’re so lucky to have people like you by our side.”

Hanni’s Fashion Week Appearance

Amid these concerns, Hanni has been active outside the group. She recently appeared at Paris Fashion Week, attending Gucci’s Women’s Summer/Spring 2025 show. She was seen alongside BTS’s Jin, showing her growing influence in the fashion world. While fans were excited to see Hanni in such a high-profile event, uncertainties surrounding NewJeans’ internal dynamics continue to worry the fandom.

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