Netizens Uncover Additional Efforts by HYBE to Remove NewJeans

HYBE is facing backlash for deleting NewJeans’ Danielle from apps and websites.

The controversy began when HYBE announced the removal of Danielle’s records on the group’s fan messaging app, Phoning. This move sparked speculation that NewJeans would continue as a four-member group after deciding not to renew Danielle’s contract.

Soon after, fans noticed updates on Apple Music where NewJeans’ description was changed. The original text listed all five members by name. The revised version now simply says “NewJeans and members,” removing Danielle’s name entirely. It also deleted the part praising Min Hee Jin’s role in the group’s success.

Fans and netizens are furious, accusing HYBE of trying to erase history.

Here’s what people are saying on Twitter:

민희진에 대한 열등감이 얼마나 큰지 감도 안옴
— 自由 (@jiyuginza77) March 4, 2026

I can’t even begin to fathom how deep their inferiority complex is towards Min Hee Jin.

시발 진짜 하이브랑 방시혁 걍 역사에서 지워야됨
— 민희진여자친구 (@bluepaperbook) March 4, 2026

F*ck, we seriously need to erase the history of HYBE and Bang Si Hyuk.

시작부터 “하이브 산하” 강조하는 거 ㅈㄴ짜치고 찌질남의 자격지심이 너무너무 느껴짐
— meaningless (@ash_realize) March 4, 2026

The fact that they emphasized that they were a HYBE label from the beginning just shows how low their self-esteem is.

역사지우기하냐? 미친새끼들
— 무니 (@happybanisoo) March 4, 2026

Do you think history will be erased if you do this? Crazy b*stards.

HYBE has not commented further. The situation is still unfolding as fans demand clarity on NewJeans’ future as four members.

Stay tuned for updates.