ADOR Facing Criminal Complaint For Allegedly Leaking NewJeans Hanni's Visa Details

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legal dispute between NewJeans member Hanni and her former agency, ADOR, has taken a dramatic turn. On July 28, it was revealed that ADOR and several executives were criminally charged over the alleged leak of Hanni's visa information during the ongoing contract conflict. The complaint alleges the agency violated South Korea's Personal Information Protection Act by disclosing sensitive personal details without consent. The latest development adds another layer to the high-profile battle between the K-pop star and her former management, with the case now drawing renewed attention to artist privacy and data protection in the entertainment industry.

ADOR faces criminal complaint for allegedly leaking Hann's visa details

NewJeans member Hanni is at the centre of a fresh legal controversy after ADOR and several of its executives were criminally charged over the alleged leak of her visa information. Allkpop mentioned that the complaint, filed by cultural critic Kim Seongsu, accuses the agency of violating South Korea's Personal Information Protection Act by disclosing sensitive personal details during an ongoing contract dispute.According to the complaint, ADOR allegedly shared Hanni's visa information with the media without her consent. Kim Seongsu argued that the disclosure amounted to a serious breach of privacy and claimed the agency used the information in a way that could damage the singer's public image.

The controversy stems from Hanni's visa status following her contract conflict with ADOR. Reports suggest her original visa expired during the dispute, and after parting ways with the agency, she reportedly faced challenges meeting the requirements to obtain a new visa. The situation sparked widespread media speculation regarding her immigration status. Kim Seongsu further alleged that the agency's handling of the matter portrayed Hanni in a negative light at a time when legal tensions between both sides were already escalating. The criminal complaint now places the spotlight on how artists' personal information is handled during high-profile disputes.The latest development adds another chapter to the ongoing legal battle between Hanni and ADOR, with the case expected to draw further attention as authorities review the allegations. Neither ADOR nor Hanni has publicly commented on the criminal charges at the time of writing.

ADOR vs NewJeans

The dispute between ADOR and NewJeans began after the removal of former CEO Min Hee-jin, leading to a prolonged legal battle over the group's exclusive contracts. South Korean courts later upheld the validity of the contracts until July 2029 and barred the members from pursuing independent activities outside the agency. Over time, Minji, Hanni, Haerin and Hyein resumed activities with ADOR as a four-member group, while Danielle's contract was terminated in December 2025. The legal conflict between the agency and its artists continues to generate fresh developments.