Introduction

In a dramatic turn of events in the ongoing legal feud over alleged plagiarism involving the hit K-pop group NewJeans, former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin has launched a counter lawsuit against Kim Tae Ho, the Chief Operating Officer of BeLift Lab, along with three other key executives.

Details of the Counter Lawsuit

On November 22, Min Hee Jin's legal team, Law Firm Sejong, announced that a criminal complaint has been filed with the Yongsan Police Station against Kim Tae Ho, Vice President Choi Yoon Hyuk, Visual Director Heo Se Ryeon, and Head of Operations Lee Ga Joon for defamation under the Information and Communications Network Act. Additionally, the complaint seeks a staggering 5 billion KRW (approximately $3.6 million USD) in damages.

Background of the Legal Dispute

This legal action comes just one day after BeLift Lab preemptively filed a civil lawsuit seeking 2 billion KRW (~$1.4 million USD) in damages against Min Hee Jin for alleged defamatory statements regarding ILLIT, their recent project. Coincidentally, Source Music also entered the legal fray on the same day, filing a separate civil lawsuit for 500 million KRW (~$358,000 USD) against her, accusing her of making false claims related to LE SSERAFIM.

Min Hee Jin's Response

In response to these aggressive legal tactics, Min Hee Jin has taken steps to defend her position, indicating that this counter lawsuit could be the first in a series of legal battles to come. Her representatives have refuted claims made by Kim Tae Ho, who accused her of deliberately stalling the lawsuit for 'media play.'

Upcoming Court Hearing

The first court hearing, where the details of both Min Hee Jin's counter lawsuit and BeLift Lab’s claims will be reviewed, is scheduled for January. This high-stakes legal battle could have far-reaching implications for all parties involved and may significantly impact their respective careers in the fiercely competitive K-pop industry.

Conclusion

As the legal drama unfolds, fans and industry insiders alike are left speculating about what this means for the future of both NewJeans and BeLift Lab’s projects. With the stakes set incredibly high, the next few months promise to be tumultuous for all parties involved. Stay tuned for updates as this captivating story develops!