Min Hee-ji

Min Hee-ji is a prominent figure in the South Korean music industry, known for her role as the CEO of Ador, a record label under Hybe. She has been a mentor to the K-pop group NewJeans, guiding them to success until her dismissal in August 2024 amid controversies regarding management practices and internal disputes. Min has been at the center of a legal battle between NewJeans and Ador, as the group sought to leave the label citing mistreatment and manipulation, a situation that has garnered significant media attention and highlighted the power dynamics within the K-pop industry.