Public reaction intensifies following the incident.
Our detailed reporting of the HYBE vs. ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin story continues – view the full timeline of our coverage here.
CEO Min Hee Jin was involved in a pointed exchange of words with a journalist.
In a press conference on May 31, CEO Min Hee Jin was explaining the crucial nature of her ability to take executive decisions at ADOR. However, she was interrupted in mid-sentence by a journalist who rudely interjected, urging her to conclude her statement speedily.
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I’m sorry for cutting off, but we don’t have a lot of time, so can you please hurry up and finish talking?
— Journalist
Astonished, Min Hee Jin responded by offering to extend the press conference.
I’m sorry but this it is important that I explain this. I can give you guys more time if you need it. As soon as I finish this point I will let you ask your question first.
— Min Hee Jin
The reporter, persisting, pressed Min Hee Jin again to wrap up.
We don’t have a lot of time either. Everyone is here because you suddenly announced this press conference, right? So please talk quickly and let us ask you questions.
— Journalist
Min Hee Jin demonstrated poise amid the tense interaction, informing the journalist that her tone was inappropriate.
I’m sorry but I don’t think I should be scolded by you for this, but I’ll try to speak as quickly as possible. There isn’t a set limit of how many questions I will take and it is important that I explain this. But I will do my best to make this short.
— Min Hee Jin
The altercation led to a backlash, with suspicions arising against the reporter. This journalist’s prior coverage of the event also garnered attention, as well as critical responses to their approach.
- There were no apologies… Min Hee Jin rambles in a 100 minute long one-man show “Everyone is hurt”
- “You’re so pretty” What is up with the visual compliment? Everyone ‘Sighs’
- Min Hee Jin’s sudden press conference, cries in 3 minutes “I’m not trying to make an emotional appeal”
The questionable professionalism of the journalist was met with netizen disapproval. Claims arose suggesting a bias in her reporting towards HYBE, with an agenda against Min Hee Jin.
- “They say she is a s*itty HYBE reporter, lol. She only has written articles attacking Min Hee Jin. Her articles from today are also a mess. It’s so transparent.”
- “But isn’t (listening) her job? Does it make any sense that she tells her to finish talking because she’s busy doing her job? It’s amazing she even had the gall to show her face while saying that.”
- “Is it official that it’s her? Please send me the link, I’m curious.”
- “If you’re that busy, then leave.”
- “This part pissed me off so much.”
- “Wow…”
- “I was seriously dumbfounded, she should be thankful Min Hee Jin was talking so much, lol. She is acting like the boss when she is a journalist at a press conference.”
- “Her tone is seriously rude. Who does she think she is?”
- “If you’re that busy, you shouldn’t come. Why did you come to kill the vibe?”
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FAQs:
- Who is Min Hee Jin?
- – Min Hee Jin is the CEO of ADOR and was previously involved in a publicized conflict with HYBE.
- What happened during the press conference?
- – During a press conference, Min Hee Jin was interrupted by a journalist who demanded that she expedite her speech, sparking a verbal clash that was criticized by the public.
- What are the public reactions?
- – The public has largely sided with Min Hee Jin, criticizing the reporter for rudeness, unprofessionalism, and suspected bias towards HYBE against Min Hee Jin.
- Has the reporter been identified?
- – Yes, there are allegations and claims of identifying the journalist, citing previous biased reporting against Min Hee Jin.