Hanni from NewJeans addresses workplace bullying at HYBE. Netizens hail K-pop star as ‘diva’ during National Assembly hearing

NewJeans’ Hanni took the internet by storm when she bravely spoke out about workplace bullying during the National Assembly parliamentary exam in Seoul. Used as a reference to discuss harassment, Hanni became emotional and shared her belief that HYBE mistreated NewJeans, revealing a personal experience that shocked fans. The singer explained that she felt the agency didn’t like the group, which gained further attention when she claimed that ILLIT’s manager had told the group to “ignore” her. Although BELIFT LAB denied the allegations, NewJeans mothers claimed that CCTV footage had been doctored. After Hanni’s brave statement, netizens couldn’t stop applauding her courage. Many call her a passionate role model when it comes to defying authority and exposing abuse. Fans appreciated her calm but strong demeanor and applauded her for tackling such a difficult issue in front of the entire nation. NewJeans’ Hanni Calls HYBE CEO Bang Si Hyuk ‘Rude’ During State Exam; Share the list of abuses K-pop stars face!.

The diva

Hanni: “There are differences between volunteer and artist contracts…but there is also something similar. It is that we are all human. I think you’re missing that.”

THIS DIVA?!?! pic.twitter.com/Gce67ieHdN

– Shit (@shiecollects) October 15, 2024

Impressive

As a foreigner in South Korea, Hanni advocates for EVERYONE in the K-pop industry to gain the respect they deserve as people.

Everyone needs to thank her for her courage! pic.twitter.com/pW83YzBW5C

– Zero 𝜗𝜚 (@newjiram) October 15, 2024

Your story

and this is YOUR story… pic.twitter.com/xXaSXT5D5B

– Shit (@shiecollects) October 15, 2024

Brave

The ridiculous crowd of reporters surround Hanni and she puts a smile on her face, ready to address the National Assembly in court. Oh, she’s so brave pic.twitter.com/fJq4Aa8NCz

– Zero 𝜗𝜚 (@newjiram) October 15, 2024

That look!!!

Hanni: “I don’t think you did your best.”

Then she looks at the CEO she blames. She enjoys this. pic.twitter.com/06jHdWGLSB

– Sean Lim (@theseoulite) October 15, 2024

hats off

Hanni: Since I don’t want to miss any important details about this meeting, I entered everything and recorded it, so I have proof that they are lying!

This one label is probably losing their mind and busy writing a new script 😭🤭 pic.twitter.com/Y2Fv41Ux3q

— 1394 (@se_yuj) October 15, 2024

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