Jeans: New

NewJeans debuted in July 2022 under , a subsidiary of HYBE (the company behind BTS), with five members: Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein . They were the brainchild of creative director Min Hee-jin , who moved away from typical K-pop polish for a nostalgic "girl-next-door" vibe reminiscent of the 90s and 2000s.

: Their debut single "Attention" and follow-up "Hype Boy" were massive hits, with "Hype Boy" becoming a long-running global chart-topper. New Jeans

: By 2023, their EP Get Up reached number one on the US Billboard 200, and they were named one of the best-selling artists worldwide. The HYBE vs. Min Hee-jin Conflict (2024–2025) NewJeans debuted in July 2022 under , a

In early 2024, a public "power struggle" erupted between parent company HYBE and ADOR's CEO, Min Hee-jin. HYBE accused her of attempting to seize full control of ADOR, while Min claimed she was being unfairly targeted after raising concerns about internal plagiarism. : By 2023, their EP Get Up reached

The story of is one of rapid global stardom followed by a high-stakes legal battle that shook the K-pop industry. Formation and Meteoric Rise (2022–2023)