SEOUL — A newly published investigative report reveals that the superstar K-pop group NewJeans signed restrictive record label agreements that omitted basic provisions regarding sleep and free choice while the members were minors.
Contracts Signed During Minor Years
According to an investigation published by The New York Times, the members of the record-breaking girl group signed contracts with their label, Ador, between the ages of 14 and 17. The report details that the agreements stripped away standard child protections, specifically waiving the members' rights to adequate rest, sleep, and personal autonomy.
The findings shed light on the intense pressures and contractual conditions often faced by young talent within the K-pop industry. As the story develops, industry observers and fans await further response regarding the management practices surrounding the globally renowned group.
