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July 2025 has erupted into one of the most competitive months in recent K-Pop history, with major girl groups including NewJeans, (G)I-DLE, ITZY, and aespa launching simultaneous comebacks in an unprecedented battle for summer chart supremacy. The Lineup That Shocked the Industry The second week of July marked the beginning of what industry insiders are calling the most star-studded comeback season ever witnessed. Fourth-generation girl groups have concentrated their releases in a strategic move to claim the coveted "Summer Queen" title. The comeback schedule reads like a K-Pop fan's dream: NewJeans opened with a surprise double title track release on July 12th, followed by (G)I-DLE's full album 'I SWAY' on July 15th, ITZY's mini-album 'KILL MY DOUBT' on July 22nd, and aespa's special single planned for July 30th. NewJeans' Strategic Surprise Attack NewJeans shocked the global music scene with their midnight release strategy, dropp...

NewJeans member Hanni, an Australian-Vietnamese citizen, has successfully obtained a new visa allowing her to continue activities in South Korea, resolving concerns about her immigration status following her contract dispute with agency ADOR. The development on February 13 marked a significant victory for the K-pop idol who faced potential deportation due to visa expiration amid ongoing legal battles with her former management company. Contract Dispute and Visa Complications The visa crisis stemmed from Hanni's decision in November to terminate her exclusive contract with ADOR, along with her fellow NewJeans members, citing the agency's failure to fulfill contractual obligations. The group subsequently announced their intention to operate independently under the name "NJZ," marking a dramatic departure from their original management structure. As an Australian-Vietnamese dual citizen, Hanni required an E-6 artist visa to legally work in South Korea's ent...