On the 16th, NewJeans' agency, ADOR, released a notice regarding the protection of the rights and interests of NewJeans members.

ADOR stated, 'We are deeply sorry and thankful to the fans who have been concerned about the NewJeans members recently. We would like to once again address the issue of malicious comments, slander, and dissemination of false information. Audior has been continuously monitoring and taking legal action against acts such as malicious comments, malicious slander, defamation, and spreading of false information that have harmed the reputation of NewJeans members since the legal response to artist rights infringement was announced on December 29th.'"

Furthermore, ADOR expressed, "Not only because of this legal response announcement, but also with a heart that respects the dignity of an individual, we ask you to refrain from further baseless speculation and malicious slander. Audior will continue to make efforts to protect the rights and interests of NewJeans members."

Finally, they concluded, "We sincerely thank all the fans who always send love and support to NewJeans. Your warm love and support are a great source of strength for the members."

On this day, Minji apologized for her live broadcast attitude due to her kalguksu (Korean noodle soup) remarks through the fan community Poing.

Previously, Minji had suffered from malicious comments and slander for a year due to her remarks in January last year, saying, "What is kalguksu?" during a broadcast with ChimChakMan (Calm Down Man).

Following the live broadcast, Minji said, "I want to stop saying that I don't eat it now. Everyone, do you think I don't know what kalguksu is? You think I don't know? Think twice. I said I don't know because I don't know. Do you all know how many types of kalguksu there are, what goes into it, and what ingredients are used?"

After the live broadcast, Minji apologized, saying, "Through the live broadcast on January 2nd, I made some people uncomfortable with my tone and attitude. I'm really sorry to the Poings who were surprised and hurt by the bad attitude I showed in the live broadcast where I communicated naturally and comfortably with the Poings."

She continued, "I knew that there were various reactions to my words about not knowing what kalguksu was last year. I didn't know what to do because I thought it was a soliloquy, and I wanted to explain clearly, but I thought it was already spilled water and that it would calm down over time."

Minji added, "However, as time passed, more words followed me, different from my judgment, and even my relationship with the members was mentioned. It seemed like I was constantly being tormented by misunderstandings that I didn't know about for a year. So, out of frustration, I explained, but I am also reflecting a lot on my immature attitude."

Finally, she said, "Through this incident, I thought a lot during my vacation and had conversations with people around me about the responsibility of my words. I learned a lot, and I will be more careful and attentive to avoid making the same mistake. I want to express my sincere apologies once again to the Poings who were uncomfortable and embarrassed while watching the live broadcast."

In response to Minji's apology, netizens are expressing shock. She has been suffering from some malicious netizens for a year, even though there was no need to apologize. Following the apology post, supportive comments for Minji continue to pour in.