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Lee Seung Gi And Lee Da In Expecting Their Second Child
Lee Seung Gi and Lee Da In are preparing to be parents of two! On February 12, Lee Seung Gi’s agency Big Planet Made confirmed that Lee Da In is currently in her fifth month of pregnancy. Lee Seung Gi and Lee Da In got married in March 2023 and welcomed their first daughter in February 2024. Congratulations to the happy family! And Lee Da In in “My Dearest”:
Court Rules In Favor Of Min Hee Jin Regarding Put Option + HYBE To Appeal Case
The court has ruled in favor of former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin over HYBE regarding the put option (stock purchase claim right) worth approximately 25.5 billion won (approximately $1.77 million). On the morning of February 12, the Civil Agreement Division 31 of the Seoul Central District Court (Presiding Judge Nam In Soo) ruled that Min Hee Jin should receive approximately 25.5 billion won from HYBE in the first trial of HYBE’s lawsuit seeking confirmation of termination of the shareholders’ agreement against Min Hee Jin and Min Hee Jin’s counterclaim seeking payment for stock purchase proceeds against HYBE. The court stated, “The key issue in this case is identical to that of the preceding case. However, in this case, the plaintiff’s exercise of the so-called stock sale claim right (put option) remains a separate matter.” It continued, “Exercising the put option has the effect of terminating the shareholders’ agreement. Therefore, termination is only possible if there has been a serious breach significant enough to justify it. Accordingly, we do not accept HYBE’s claims arising from the exercise of the stock sale claim right,” effectively recognizing Min Hee Jin’s exercise of the put option as valid. In addition to the decision regarding Min Hee Jin, the court also ruled that HYBE must pay 1.7 billion won (approximately $1.18 million) and 1.4 billion won (approximately $970,000) respectively to former ADOR Vice President “A” and former ADOR Creative Director “B.” Regarding the key issue of whether there had been a serious breach sufficient to justify termination of the shareholders’ agreement, the court determined that it “cannot be regarded as grounds for termination.” HYBE had argued that Min Hee Jin attempted to “take NewJeans away,” causing substantial damage to the company and that it had already notified her of contract termination in July 2024, thereby extinguishing her put option rights as well. However, Min Hee Jin countered that the shareholders’ agreement was still valid at the time she exercised the put option. The court largely accepted Min Hee Jin’s arguments while rejecting most of HYBE’s claims. While the court acknowledged that Min Hee Jin had explored the possibility of ADOR’s independence, it determined that such actions did not constitute a serious breach of duty. Regarding the claim that ILLIT plagiarized NewJeans, the court noted that HYBE had in fact provided NewJeans-related materials to BELIFT LAB and that the assertion of similarity was not a statement of fact but rather an opinion or value judgment. Following the court’s decision, HYBE shared its intent to appeal, stating, “We regret that our arguments were not sufficiently accepted,” adding, “After reviewing the written judgment, we plan to proceed with further legal steps, including an appeal.” Top Photo Credit: Xportsnews
Winners Of 2026 D Awards
The second annual D Awards have come to a close! On February 11, the 2026 D Awards took place at Korea University’s Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul, with Lee Jong Won, Shin Ye Eun, and BOYNEXTDOOR’s Jaehyun serving as the show’s MCs. Like last year, “D Awards Delights (Blue Label)”—also known as the ceremony’s main prizes (Bonsang)—were awarded to K-pop artists who made an impact over the course of the past year, while “D Awards Dreams (Silver Label)” were awarded to rookie artists expected to lead the future of K-pop. Artist of the Year: ENHYPEN Song of the Year: BOYNEXTDOOR Album of the Year: Stray Kids Record of the Year: RIIZE Performance of the Year: NCT WISH Trend of the Year: TWS D Awards Iconic: ZEROBASEONE D Awards Global: P1Harmony D Awards Delights (Blue Label): 82MAJOR, AHOF, BOYNEXTDOOR, ENHYPEN, FIFTY FIFTY, izna, KickFlip, NCT WISH, NEXZ, P1Harmony, QWER, xikers, ZEROBASEONE Best Group: BOYNEXTDOOR, ENHYPEN, izna, NMIXX Best Song: NCT WISH, izna Best Recording: BOYNEXTDOOR, P1Harmony Best Tour: ENHYPEN Best Video: ZEROBASEONE Best Choreography: FIFTY FIFTY Best Social Content: NCT WISH Best Stage: NEXZ, xikers Best OST: ZEROBASEONE’s Seok Matthew and Park Gunwook (“Backpacker” from “Study Group”) Best Band: QWER D Awards Breakthrough: 82MAJOR D Awards Dreams (Silver Label): AHOF, ALLDAY PROJECT, CLOSE YOUR EYES, CORTIS, Hearts2Hearts, KickFlip D Awards Discovery: AHOF, AxMxP, Chuei Li Yu, Hi-Fi Un!corn D Awards Impact: Ahn Hyo Seop, Jeon Yeo Been, Lee Soo Ji UPICK Popularity Award – Best Male Group: ENHYPENUPICK Popularity Award – Best Female Group: BABYMONSTER UPICK Popularity Award – Best Male Solo: Chuei Li YuUPICK Popularity Award – Best Female Solo: BLACKPINK’s Jennie UPICK Global Choice (Male): ENHYPEN’s HeeseungUPICK Global Choice (Female): aespa’s Karina UPICK Best Male Rising Star: AHOFUPICK Best Female Rising Star: izna D Awards Remark: AxMxP, Chuei Li Yu, Hi-Fi Un!corn Congratulations to all of the winners!
Stars Light Up The Red Carpet At 2026 D Awards
The D Awards have returned in style! On February 11, the 2026 D Awards were held at Korea University’s Hwajeong Gymnasium in Seoul. Ahead of the ceremony, the MCs and performing artists hit the red carpet to pose for photos and show off their fits. MCs Lee Jong Won, Shin Ye Eun, and BOYNEXTDOOR’s Jaehyun Chuei Li Yu AxMxP AHOF KickFlip izna NEXZ Hi-Fi Un!corn QWER FIFTY FIFTY 82MAJOR xikers P1Harmony NCT WISH ZEROBASEONE BOYNEXTDOOR ENHYPEN Top Photo Credit: Xportsnews
Xdinary Heroes Shares Legal Action Update For Privacy Invasions Including Dorm Trespassing
Xdinary Heroes’ agency JYP Entertainment has revealed an update on legal action for severe invasions of privacy. On February 11, the agency released the following statement: Hello. This is JYP Entertainment. First, we would like to express our deep gratitude to all fans who cherish Xdinary Heroes. Following our previous notice regarding the incident of unauthorized entry into the artists’ residence, we would like to provide an update on the current status and our plans for future action. We have filed a criminal complaint with the police station with jurisdiction against the suspects who unlawfully trespassed into the artists’ residence, and we have recently confirmed that the court has issued a provisional measure disposition under the Act on Punishment of Crime of Stalking. We are actively cooperating with the investigative authorities so that the suspects currently undergoing legal proceedings may receive strict punishment. Despite the fact that guidance and legal action regarding such invasions of privacy are already underway, we have recently continued to identify conduct such as remaining stationed near the residence and the company headquarters while waiting for the artists or otherwise infringing upon their private spaces. This is behavior that seriously threatens the artists’ personal safety and cannot be justified for any reason. Accordingly, with the artists’ safety and protection of their rights as our top priority, we will be implementing the following strong measures. For any acts that infringe upon the artists’ safety and rights—including residential trespass, illegal filming, leaking of personal information, and continuous privacy invasions—we will, without exception, refer the matter to investigative authorities. We will also strengthen security and patrols near the residence and the company headquarters, and if offenders are caught in the act, we will take immediate legal action. In addition, we hereby make it clear that any individuals found to have engaged in such behavior will not be permitted to participate in any official activities related to Xdinary Heroes in the future. We ask for your active cooperation in fostering a mature fan community culture and in ensuring the artists’ safety. We will continue to take all necessary measures so that our artists can carry out their activities in a safe environment, and we will do our utmost to protect their rights and interests. Thank you.
Cho Sae Ho To Host Nam Chang Hee’s Wedding
Comedian Cho Sae Ho will host Nam Chang Hee’s wedding! On February 11, Cho Sae Ho’s agency A2Z Entertainment confirmed, “Cho Sae Ho will host Nam Chang Hee’s wedding.” Earlier this month, Nam Chang Hee announced that he will marry a non-celebrity 14 years his junior on February 22. The wedding will take place at the Dynasty Hall of the Shilla Hotel in Jangchungdong, Seoul. Cho Se Ho and Nam Chang Hee have been friends since their early days in the industry and even formed the duo ChoNam Zone. Nam Chang Hee also served as MC at Cho Sae Ho’s wedding. Congratulations once again to Nam Change Hee and his fiancée!