Danielle Exits NewJeans: MrBeast's Fresh Remark Divides Internet - 'Bring Them As One...'

The controversy surrounding NewJeans member Danielle’s contract termination took an unexpected turn, when fans brought global YouTube star MrBeast into the conversation. As emotions ran high among fans,

many took their appeals beyond the K-pop world and directly asked MrBeast for help. What started as simple online messages soon turned into viral hashtags, large-scale comment campaigns, and even formal protests sent to South Korea’s cultural authorities. Recently, MrBeast made new comments about the issue, including remarks about the large amount of money reportedly involved in Danielle’s contract. These statements quickly sparked heated discussions online. While some fans believe his involvement could help resolve the situation, others feel it has turned into more of an internet spectacle. Amid this, MrBeast's new remarks have gained attention online, pushing the NewJeans controversy into a completely unexpected arena.

MrBeast's new remarks on NewJeans star Danielle's ousting gain attention

According to a report in AllKPop, recently, an online community post featuring MrBeast’s fresh remarks went viral, further fuelling controversy. Addressing the financial side of the issue, he stated that the figure he repeatedly encountered was around $30 million USD. He added that while this amount could be enormous to many, the key question was whether it made sense and whether the internet genuinely wanted to support bringing all parties together. MrBeast stressed the need for a knowledgeable NewJeans fan to clearly explain the situation to his team before any action could be considered. He wrote, "The number I keep seeing is about $30 million USD. To someone, this could be a lot of money, but what I’m saying is, if this makes sense and is something the internet wants…and if we can help bring them together as one…we need to get a NewJeans fan that can explain the situation to us."During the same discussion, a participant named Jason noted that the primary goal should be raising awareness. Crowdfunding was also briefly mentioned, suggesting the possibility of fan-driven financial support tied to the situation. These comments, however, triggered backlash among netizens who felt the issue was becoming increasingly chaotic.Previously, MrBeast shared his initial reaction to Danielle's ousting and wrote online, “What do I need to do?” The comment immediately drew massive attention, reigniting hope among fans while also inviting criticism from others who felt the situation was being trivialised.

Netizens' reaction to MrBeast's fresh remark amid NewJeans controversy

Online reactions to MrBeast's fresh remark were sharply divided. Some users expressed amusement, calling the situation “entertaining to watch,” while others criticised it harshly, saying K-pop was turning into a “laughing stock.” Several pointed out that, as a content creator, MrBeast naturally views viral situations through the lens of potential content, which does not necessarily guarantee positive outcomes.

About controversy over Danielle's ousting from NewJeans

The situation intensified after ADOR reportedly voided Danielle’s contract, citing violations of contractual terms and a breakdown of trust. As hopes for a full-group comeback faded, fans began escalating their actions beyond the usual online protests. In an unprecedented move, thousands of fans allegedly sent protest faxes to South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, urging authorities to intervene and oppose the termination of Danielle’s contract.