NewJeans Celebrates Fourth Anniversary Amid Speculations on Minji's Return

NewJeans recently celebrated its fourth debut anniversary with a special film and group photo, but the group's future remains uncertain, particularly regarding Minji's return. While her appearance in the anniversary content sparked speculation about her comeback, ADOR clarified that no official decisions have been made. The agency emphasized ongoing discussions with the members, leaving fans eager for updates. As another member, Danielle, faces legal issues, the situation adds to the intrigue surrounding the group's dynamics. Will Minji officially rejoin the group, or will she face a similar fate as Danielle? Stay tuned for more developments.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 22, 2026, 18:57 IST

NewJeans Marks Special Anniversary with Fans

NewJeans recently celebrated its fourth anniversary since debuting, delighting fans with a surprise. However, the group's latest updates have sparked questions regarding its future. On July 22, the girl group unveiled a commemorative film and a fresh group photo as part of their 'NewJeans Day' festivities. Although the content showcased Hanni, Haerin, Hyein, and Minji together, ADOR has clarified that Minji's presence does not guarantee her official return to the agency or the group's upcoming plans. The agency emphasized that discussions with the members are ongoing, and no decisions have been finalized.

ADOR Addresses Minji's Speculated Comeback

On July 22, NewJeans celebrated its fourth debut anniversary by sharing a special commemorative film and a new group photo on their official social media platforms as part of the 'NewJeans Day' celebrations. This content quickly garnered attention as it featured Hanni, Haerin, Hyein, and Minji together, marking the first time in nearly two years that the members appeared in official content since their Japanese debut single Supernatural was released in the summer of 2024. Minji's inclusion in the anniversary video led to speculation about her return to ADOR. However, the agency has clarified that her appearance should not be seen as a confirmation of her future with the company. ADOR stated that the anniversary content was created solely for fans to celebrate the group's milestone together.

Understanding the Speculation Surrounding Minji

At the end of last year, ADOR confirmed that Hanni, Haerin, and Hyein had returned to the agency, but Minji's situation remained uncertain, with ongoing discussions regarding her return. Although Minji had previously indicated her desire to return to ADOR following a court ruling, the agency has maintained that no final agreement has been reached. Her appearance in the anniversary film led many fans to believe that the outstanding issues had been resolved and that an official comeback announcement was imminent. While Minji's path back to the group is still open, another member, Danielle, has been removed from the group and is currently involved in a lawsuit with the agency. The next statement from ADOR may provide further clarity on Minji's status.