NewJeans may be young, but their daring bravery is truly something else! At a recent appearance at Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) 2024, NewJeans brought more controversy with its heartfelt acceptance speech and questionable fashion. Here’s everything you might have missed about NewJeans controversial speech and fashion at KGMA 2024 ceremony. Then, you can tell us what you think.
NewJeans Brings MORE Controversy at Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) 2024
The new generation Kpop has shown impressive growth of its brilliant idols, but nobody is more fearless than NewJeans at this point. Even amid the shocking contract termination warning against the label ADOR of HYBE, NewJeans daringly made more statements, creating more controversy with their latest appearance at the Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) 2024.
On November 16, NewJeans appeared at the inaugural KGMA 2024 ceremony as the only artist from HYBE. During this ceremony, NewJeans delivered a standout performance and received significant recognition with the prestigious’ Grand Artist Award,’ acknowledging their remarkable contributions to the music industry over the past year.
Not only that, but during the event, NewJeans also presented an impressive special stage performance themed around “freedom” and “liberation.” The members showcased their live vocals and dancing skills, turning some of the hit songs into exceptional band versions. This performance has reportedly resonated with the audience, especially with the recent dispute with HYBE.
And yet, even with this amazing stage performance, NewJeans still triggered more controversy revolving around the speech and fashion at the Korea Grand Music Awards (KGMA) 2024.
NewJeans Said “Our CEO” During KGMA 2024 Speech
Once the group received its ‘Grand Artist Award’ at the Korea Grand Music Awards 2024, NewJeans delivered its acceptance speech. And this is where the controversy begins.
During their speech, NewJeans members expressed their gratitude and deliberately highlighted the importance of former ADOR CEO Min Heejin’s role in their career. While NewJeans Minji may not mention the name, she used the word “our CEO” in the speech. And the public immediately knew that it was supposed to be for Min Heejin.
And while the whole speech was indeed incredibly heartfelt, especially knowing what the girls have been through lately, was it really wise to provoke the audience’s reactions in such a manner?
But then again, in the eyes of NewJeans members, their success has always stemmed from the brilliant ideas, concepts, and strategies of Min Heejin.
Therefore, no matter what the intention is, NewJeans’ speech successfully triggered both new support and criticism.
[🏆#NewJeans — Grand Artist Award KGMA 2024 FULL Speech🎤]
— NEWJEANS NEWS🇰🇷 (@newjeansnews_) November 16, 2024
👖Hello we are NewJeans!
🐻Minji: It’s been 2 years since we debuted, in 2 years we met a lot of people and we learnt a lot through many experiences — We also thought today was a place where we could learn new things so… pic.twitter.com/sIYVhH5ORC
NewJeans’ KGMA Speech – Heartfelt or Provocative?
“Over the past two years, we’ve had so many fun and memorable moments. But just as much as those, there were tough times too—late nights talking things through and working through challenges together. Honestly, we faced a lot, but those hard times only made us stronger and brought us closer as a team.
To our Bunnies, who always stand by us and give us endless support, we’re so grateful. You inspire us always to do our best and enjoy every moment.
A huge thank you to our managers and staff, who help us in countless ways, and to our CEO, who gives us the strength to keep moving forward—I hope you’re watching because we really appreciate you.”
NewJeans Minji.
“We always say thank you to our Bunnies, and sometimes it might sound like just words, but we want you to know it’s not—it truly comes from our hearts.
While we don’t know how long we’ll be NewJeans, we’re sure that the bond between the five of us and our Bunnies is unbreakable. So, let’s stay together until the very end!”
NewJeans Hanni.
“Even if we are no longer NewJeans, NewJeans never die!”
NewJeans Danielle.
And yet, the same speech has reportedly warmed the hearts of many senior idols, including (G)I-DLE Soyeon and SHINee Taemin.
SOYEON crying during NewJeans' speech at the 2024 KGMA
— (G)I-DLE Charts (@idlecharts) November 16, 2024
She started crying when NewJeans' Danielle shouted "NewJeans never dies"#GIDLE #여자아이들 pic.twitter.com/ptVp7s89LE
[theqoo – hot] Taemin who was seen sending supporting words to #NewJeans after their KGMA stagehttps://t.co/YHF14HXHh1 pic.twitter.com/Z7dnNYqJ5Y
— NEWJEANS NEWS🇰🇷 (@newjeansnews_) November 16, 2024
With this, do you think NewJeans simply expressed their heartfelt gratitude or simply being provocative?
KGMA Fashion Fail: Members’ Visuals Couldn’t Save the Look
Finally, NewJeans also faced more controversy for their fashion style at the Korea Grand Music Awards ceremony. While the stage performance was incredible with dazzling hip-hop style fashion, the red-carpet moment was reportedly disconnected and awkward.
Netizens and critics pointed out that the only remarkable about NewJeans fashion at the event was Haerin’s red hair.
KGMA 2024 Red Carpet#NewJeans #뉴진스 #NewJeans_is_Everywhere#Minji #Hanni #Haerin #Hyein #Danielle pic.twitter.com/psIM1gvPTP
— . (@TokkiLoops) November 16, 2024
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