The recent leak of private KakaoTalk messages from ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin has ignited controversy, sparking widespread discussion across online communities. Reactions have been mixed, with some netizens criticizing the harsh language Min Hee Jin allegedly used towards NewJeans members, while others continue to support her.
Insider reactions to the controversial leaks of private messages reveal a divide in opinions within the company
HYBE employees have also weighed in on the situation, offering their perspectives as insiders within the company. Many have expressed support for Min Hee Jin, condemning HYBE for exposing her private conversations. These opinions were shared on BLIND, an anonymous platform where employees can comment openly after verifying their employment through work email credentials.
One employee questioned the motivations behind the leaks, stating, “Is Min Hee Jin running for president or something? Why is she being exposed so much? If you’re going to criticize, do it openly. It’s not good to see such a biased situation.”
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Another criticized HYBE’s handling of the situation, suggesting that the company’s actions could harm its own artists and disrupt the entertainment industry as a whole. “HYBE’s media play has crossed the line as a big company,” they wrote. “It seems like it’s time for the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism or the Board of Audit and Inspection to intervene and stop HYBE’s reckless actions.”
Despite the controversy, some employees believe that Min Hee Jin will remain resilient. One commented, “HYBE is mistaken if they think this can shake Min Hee Jin. She’s someone who has already unabashedly cursed during a press conference. Even if they’re using Dispatch to play up her harsh words on KakaoTalk now, it won’t really affect her much.”
As the fallout from these leaks continues, the divide within HYBE and among fans highlights the complexities of navigating public and private boundaries in the entertainment industry.