The answer is:
Jonghyun - Taemin - Minho
Key - Onew
In addition, Key once drew the members' lips and highlighted the unique characteristicsㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
The answer is:
Jonghyun - Taemin - Minho
Key - Onew
In addition, Key once drew the members' lips and highlighted the unique characteristicsㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Starship Ent. stated to Newsen on May 1st, "There is no confirmation regarding Cravity's appearance on 'Road to Kingdom 2.' However, discussions are currently underway with the production team."
Mnet has planned a new season of 'Road to Kingdom' with the goal of broadcasting in the second half of the year. In this regard, Mnet mentioned to Newsen on April 24th, "We can provide specific details such as program planning and broadcast dates at a later time. We ask for your continued anticipation."
In the first season broadcasted in 2020, groups like Pentagon, ONF, Golden Child, The Boyz, VERYVERY, ONEUS, and TOO participated in the competition. The Boyz won the final, with ONF as the runner-up.
Groups reportedly surrounded by season 2 appearance rumors include CRAVITY, ATBO, Xikers, Tempest, The New Six, 8TURN, and Younite. It is anticipated which groups will confirm their appearance.
-Wow, so the article earlier was fake?
-In the end, it seems like it might come out anyway, but still, they published an article when it's not confirmed yet
-What?!
-Oh, it's not confirmed?
-It wasn't confirmed? What's going on?
-If they're discussing it, it's practically confirmed.
-What's going on?
-If it's practically confirmed, wouldn't the company not bother with this kind of article?
-Please don't come out in this show...
-Mnet's pressuring them.
-Seems like they might actually participate, but I really hope they won'tㅜㅜ
-Ah.. Mnet's at it again.
-That's what happened during Kingdom 1 too, Mnet's pressuring themㅋㅎ
-ㅋㅋ If Mnet tell them to come out and they still won't, Mnet will get mad and ban them from M Countdown or something.
-Sounds like Mnet's pressuring them to come out...^^
-Here they go again, seriouslyㅋㅋㅋ
-Because of our Kingdom, my idol got banned from M Countdownㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Min Heejin, the CEO of Adoer who refers to herself as the "mother" of the group New Jeans, seems to lack an understanding of capitalist principles. While claiming, "I gave birth to New Jeans," she expressed the feeling of childbirth as if she had experienced labor pains, but this overlooks the capitalist perspective and invites criticism of "excessive self-consciousness."
It's an undeniable fact that bringing a life into the world requires significant effort and role-playing from a mother. However, it's impossible for a mother alone to give birth to a child. Both a father and a mother are necessary for the birth of a life.
If we accept Min Heejin's claim that she is the "mother" of New Jeans, then "New Jeans' father" is HYBE. HYBE invested 1.61 billion won to establish ADOR and paid a significant price to send New Jeans members, who were trainees under Source Music, to ADOR. Additionally, HYBE mobilized various capital and systems to support New Jeans' debut.
New Jeans is a group born from the wealth of its "father" and the planning ability of its "mother." If these two conditions had not been met, today's New Jeans would undoubtedly not exist. Even if we admit Min Heejin birthed New Jeans, it was only possible because HYBE provided the money and support. In other words, she created something with other people's money. Before claiming her achievements, Min Heejin should recognize and respect HYBE's financial strength and support. If she wanted to claim full ownership of New Jeans, she should have started by establishing her own company based on her own capital and launched it with her own money.
What's troubling about this situation is Min Heejin's strong desire to claim ownership over New Jeans. She acts as if the entire success of New Jeans is solely because of her efforts. While it's natural for her to care deeply about New Jeans and want to support it, her behavior is just too much. Even though Min Heejin might be really good at planning and has a great intuition, if she insists that she's the only reason for New Jeans' success, who would want to work with her? This recent drama within HYBE might have something to do with Min Heejin's attitude.
Zico, the leader of KOZ Entertainment, a subsidiary label under HYBE, who is also a singer and producer, drew attention when asked about the difference between being under HYBE and being with a smaller agency he previously worked with. He said, "The difference lies in financial power. (Smaller agencies) have limited resources and opportunities," adding, "I started out not with a smaller agency, but almost from scratch." His acknowledgment of HYBE's financial strength and established system was noteworthy. Although Zico's mention of his experience transitioning from a smaller agency during Block B's debut to eventually setting up his own agency under the umbrella of a large corporation like HYBE was brief, it provided insight into the differences.
As an idol, producer, and leader of a label, Zico, having experienced various environments, acknowledged and appreciated HYBE's solid financial resources and robust system. However, Min Heejin, on the other hand, solely boasts about her own skills and directs intense criticism towards HYBE. While Zico expresses gratitude, Min Heejin remains unaware.
-How much did you get from HYBE, Ji-Ye?ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-It seems like HYBE always they use artists as their own shield.
-Yes, wrap it up and let's move on.
-HYBE hasn't learned their lessonㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-Except for BTS, I think the first one who should run away from HYBE is Zico. Talented producers should leave as soon as possible. If he doesn't want to end up like Min Heejin.
-So, how much did they pay you to say that?
-Suddenly, Zico's being targeted.
-ㅋㅋㅋDo they really think the public will fall for this?
-Get divorced and let the mother take custody.
-All I'm learning from HYBE promotions is how dirty they are.
-Really? You guys don't care about protecting the artists at all?
-This time, Zico is the shield, huh?
-Do they not understand the concept of investment?
-Doesn't HYBE know that the more they do this, the more public will hate them?
-Why keep talking about money? Because all they did was give money. Since Min Hee-jin planned and executed everything, who are they to hold it against her? "It was my money!! It was done with my money!!" That's all there is, right?
-Didn't you also release something by selling Min Heejin's name? ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
이게 진정한 MR제거란말이다.
— 𝐀+ (@BABYMONS7ER_4_1) May 1, 2024
진짜 MR 없이 쌩목소리로만 부르는 SHEESH
아름다운 베몬이들 음색으로 듣고 가실게요~ pic.twitter.com/OJlfiq8OIq
This is the real MR-removed. Please listen to the beautiful voices of Baby Monster singing 'SHEES' with raw vocals, with no MR.
+Full version
아현이 라이브듣자마자
— 베모나 (@baemoniedle) May 1, 2024
제작진분이 "노래 너무잘해.." 마음의소리 튀어나오심..🥹 pic.twitter.com/Ev57dcr4RN
One of the staff said, 'She sings really well,' as soon as she heard Ahyeon singing live
+Ahyeon, Rora's live
ใน G-Park Radio Show BEHIND ของ BABYMONSTER คัทช็อตน้องโรร่าโชว์เสียงอันไพเราะนี้มาด้วย 🥹😭 ชอบเสียงน้องสุดๆ ได้ฟังแล้วรู้สึกอุ่นใจ 💕#BABYMONSTER #베이비몬스터 #RORA #로라 pic.twitter.com/n4wBwNkosB
— RORA THAILAND (@SUPRORA_TH) May 1, 2024
치키타 리듬에 맞춰 스핀 기타~ pic.twitter.com/sBdQIEZFUR
— 기타 (@CHIQzlxk) May 1, 2024
-Skills wise, they're top-tier in the 5th generation.
-They're really good.
-Wow, their confidence is no joke.
-Please release the full version.
-The one with blonde hair is really good.
-Look at their pitch, it's amazing.
-Wow, it's a raw live performance.
-What's the name of the member who sang "Do or die" part ??
-The second from the left sings really well, and the last one with black hair killed it with the rap.
-Everyone sings really well, but Asa's rap is insane...
-They're all good. Wish we could see them more often.
-Wow, there's no flaw, they're all so good.
-They're so talentedㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ
-I've never heard a raw live performance this goodㅋㅋㅋ
-Wow, this sounds just like a studio recording.
-Even the rappers in this group sing really wellㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-As expected, singers need to be good at live performances.
-I wish only those who sing well would become singers, seriously. They should be at least this good to be considered singers
There is speculation that New Jeans may file a lawsuit against HYBE to terminate their contract, just like the approach that was taken by TVXQ's to end their contract with SM Entertainment.
According to legal sources on May 1st, ADOR plans to hold a board and shareholders meeting later this month. On the previous day, attorney Lee Sokyun, representing ADOR, met with reporters after the hearing for shareholders meeting permit application at the Seoul Western District Court. Lee announced, "The board meeting will be held by May 10th, and the shareholders meeting will take place by the end of May."
Earlier, HYBE had announced plans to hold a shareholders meeting to dismiss Min Heejin as the CEO of ADOR. HYBE and Min Heejin have each appointed attorneys specializing in mergers and acquisitions to prepare for intense legal battles. There are speculations that this lawsuit could involve hundreds of billions won.
In the industry, people are watching to see what choices New Jeans' members will make. If HYBE and Min Heejin reach an agreement and maintain their contract, it's unlikely that New Jeans will cancel their contract with HYBE. However, if HYBE gains the upper hand and successfully removes Min Heejin, the whole situation will change. According to Min Heejin, New Jeans' members are really close to her. They even cried and called her when they heard she was facing the risk of dismissal, even offered to explain directly through their fan communication application. "Given the situation, it's possible that New Jeans may file for an injunction lawsuit to terminate their contract with HYBE, siding with Min Heejin."
Previously, TVXQ filed an injunction lawsuit against SM Entertainment in 2009. At that time, three members of TVXQ (Xiah Junsu, Hero Jaejoong, and Mickey Yoochun) emphasized the unfairness, stating that "A 13-year contract is essentially a lifetime contract." The court partially accepted their request. Interestingly, this case was also handled by the same law firm that handles HYBE-ADOR dispute.
If New Jeans were to make a similar decision as TVXQ, the main issue would be whether if HYBE treated them unfairly, just like what Min Heejin claimed. It's also important to determine if it can be proven that the contract was so disadvantageous as to warrant its cancellation.
However, even if an injunction is filed, as in the case of TVXQ, if some members of the group do not agree to the injunction, in the worst case scenario, the situation could escalate to the point of the group splitting up.