HYBE employees have recently taken to the Blind forum, exclusive to business workers with verified company emails, to openly discuss the performance and importance of the company’s girl groups. These internal opinions have attracted widespread scrutiny.
One employee’s post on Blind questioned the indispensability of Min Hee-jin, while speculating on the future of the girl group NewJeans without her influence.
Several HYBE employees shared their agreement with the original post’s sentiment in the comments section, some trivializing the girl groups’ role within the company and even criticizing their abilities, leading to a call for further skill development.
Here is a selection of comments from HYBE employees:
- “The girl groups you mentioned do need to practice more”
- “HYBE’s mains are not girl groups anyway. It’s just a testing period “
- “If you look at HYBE’s current girl groups, can’t you see what will happen to NewJeans if Min Hee-jin left? I mean, just look at LE SSERAFIM’s skill and plagiarism controversies “
Korean netizens have expressed surprise and disapproval upon reading these internal criticisms of HYBE girl groups, calling into question the company’s internal culture and values.
Source: theqoo, Krb
FAQ
- What is Blind?
Blind is an anonymous professional network where verified employees can discuss work-related topics freely, including salary, corporate culture, and industry gossip. - Who is Min Hee-jin?
Min Hee-jin is a well-known creative director and brand executive in the K-pop industry, associated with the image and success of several prominent girl groups. - How have netizens reacted?
Korean netizens have shown concern and disappointment at the disparaging remarks made by HYBE employees about their own girl groups, questioning if such views reflect the company’s attitudes. - Has HYBE issued a response?
The content provided does not mention any official response from HYBE regarding the employees’ comments.
Conclusion
The internal discussions among HYBE employees on Blind have shone a light on potentially deeper issues within the company concerning how its girl groups are valued and developed. The backlash from fans and netizens signifies the impact these revealed opinions can have on a company’s public image and internal morale. While these are but a few opinions among many employees, they have nonetheless sparked a conversation about gender dynamics and the value of girl groups in the K-pop industry. Companies like HYBE may need to address such concerns to maintain a positive public image and ensure the well-being of their artists. It’s a reminder of the power of internal culture in shaping the success of its talent and brand.