Hanni’s Involvement in National Assembly’s Investigation

Hanni, a member of the well-known K-pop group NewJeans, has been summoned as a reference in a workplace harassment case. Alongside her, the new ADOR CEO, Kim Joo Young, has been called to testify before the National Assembly’s Environment and Labor Committee. This decision is part of a larger investigation that will take place during next month’s audit.

Summons Details

According to reports from Edaily Korea and Hankyung, on September 30, 2024, the committee approved the Request for Testimony and Appearance of Witnesses and References. Both Hanni and Kim Joo Young will provide their accounts regarding workplace harassment and bullying. The audit aims to explore the handling of these issues, especially how ADOR managed the alleged mistreatment within its workplace.

Possible Absences at the Audit

While Hanni has been named a reference, she has the option to submit a letter of absence with a valid reason if she chooses not to appear. On the other hand, Kim Joo Young, as a formal witness, may still be compelled to attend, even if she submits a similar letter. The committee has the authority to reject her reasoning and enforce her appearance.

Speculation Regarding Hanni’s Appearance

There is ongoing speculation about whether Hanni will choose to attend the audit. Meanwhile, it is believed that Kim Joo Young will likely appear to address her response—or lack thereof—to the allegations of harassment within ADOR. The committee is expected to question her handling of the situation thoroughly.

NewJeans’ YouTube Statement on the Controversy

On September 11, 2024, NewJeans launched a new YouTube channel called Nwjns to openly discuss issues surrounding the group’s management and the controversy involving Min Hee Jin and ADOR. During a live stream, Hanni shared that she faced unfair treatment from a manager at HYBE, where she was allegedly told to be ignored by the group. This revelation has added to the conversation around workplace culture at ADOR and has sparked further public interest in the audit.

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