On February 12, NewJeans (NJZ) issued a statement addressing recent false reports surrounding Hanni's visa status in South Korea. The statement confirmed that Hanni had legally obtained a new visa on February 11, dispelling rumors of her being an illegal resident.

"Hello,

In response to numerous speculative articles circulating between February 11-12 regarding Hanni's residency status in Korea, we aim to set the record straight.

Hanni obtained a new visa on February 11 through lawful channels.

The post shed light on the undue pressure exerted by Hanni's agency, ADOR, on her and her family, manipulating her visa status for their own gain. It revealed how personal documents were submitted without Hanni's consent, a violation of her privacy.

Criticizing media outlets for spreading misinformation based on unverified claims, the statement called out the irresponsible use of the term "illegal resident." It questioned the credibility of these sources and highlighted the breach of Hanni's rights through the unauthorized disclosure of private information, including details of her visa.

Expressing concern over the continuous misuse of personal data, the parent account hinted at potential legal action to safeguard the members' privacy.

The statement concluded with a heartfelt apology to fans for any distress caused and urged continued support for Hanni.

Thank you for reading.

NJZ's statement on Hanni's visa status has garnered attention, raising awareness of privacy issues in the industry and underscoring the importance of ethical reporting.

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