Her statements reflect a public campaign while lacking clear clarifications on key issues.
Many observers emphasize that resolving legal responsibilities is more urgent than future plans.
Former Adore CEO Min Hee-jin appeared on the YouTube channel 'Genre Man Yeouido', discussing her legal battle with HYBE over a 26 billion KRW put option lawsuit. However, her statements largely centered on claims of 'not remembering' and complaints about media distortion instead of providing clear clarifications on the key issues. Throughout her appearances, she consistently avoided substantial fact-checking, emphasizing her argument that the media has portrayed her inaccurately.
On the contentious issue of the Adore share put option, Min reiterated her stance, claiming she was entitled to approximately 25.6 billion KRW based on previous performance while only addressing HYBE's assertion of 'breach of trust' on a superficial level. Additionally, she rejected allegations of political pressure and workplace bullying, asserting that previous accusations were misrepresented, despite legal evidence suggesting otherwise.
Min also expressed her distress over media narratives, labeling herself as a victim of 'media power'. Yet, her past actions, where she actively shaped public opinion, raise questions about the validity of her claims. As for the NewJeans return controversy, she criticized HYBE's actions and urged acceptance of the courts' decisions. Nevertheless, her ongoing legal entanglements cast doubt on her forward-looking statements and plans for the future.
Min Hee-jin’s recent statements reveal an ongoing public campaign that mirrors her legal disputes. Her frequent claims of 'not remembering' can be interpreted as an evasion of legal responsibility, potentially further damaging her public trust. Additionally, her attempts to distance herself from controversies related to socio-political issues may have adverse effects on her public image.
The emphasis on 'business trust' in her conflicts with HYBE holds validity only within certain contexts. While trust is crucial in corporate relationships, the manner in which she makes these assertions may ultimately narrow her standing. Min publicly advocates ethical standards; however, the existing legal issues are undermining her arguments.
Lastly, her label of being a 'victim of media power' risks losing consistency with her past behavior. Given her history of wielding media and public opinion for her advantage, questions surrounding the credibility of her current claims are inevitable. This dynamic could significantly impact her aspirations for a new management model moving forward.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
Photo: YouTube 'Genre Man Yeouido'
