Fans are reacting strongly to Danielle's removal.
Danielle is involved in a lawsuit against his mother and former representative.
In the mobile rhythm game 'Rhythm Hive' developed by DreamAge under HYBE, Danielle has been removed. A recent post on a user's account expressed outrage over this decision, stating that it feels as if he was never part of NewJeans. In response to another user claiming that Danielle still appears on their screen, the original poster clarified that uninstalling and reinstalling the app applies the update. This led to several users confirming they saw the updated screen without Danielle.
Danielle is currently involved in a 43.1 billion won lawsuit against his mother and former representative Min Hee-jin. The agency Adore claims that their actions have negatively impacted NewJeans' activities and has filed a lawsuit for breach of contract, requesting over 30 billion won from Danielle and his mother alone.
This incident has sparked significant controversy among fans. NewJeans has gained attention for their unique musical style and individuality, yet the removal of Danielle could negatively impact the group's image. As he was a recognized member of the team, fans are strongly reacting to his absence.
Moreover, this situation goes beyond the mere deletion of a character in a game. The lawsuit involving Danielle reveals issues related to contracts and relationships within the entertainment industry. If his status as a member of NewJeans is not officially acknowledged, it may adversely affect the group's future activities and their relationship with fans. Especially, fans are concerned about how the agency's decisions might alter the team's identity and communication.
Ultimately, NewJeans, now restructured as a four-member group, is likely to face many questions regarding their musical direction and activities. The agency will need to handle this situation cautiously to maintain their bond with fans.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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