NewJeans: K-pop band member sued for $30m after record label feud

Record label Ador says it has dropped NewJeans member Danielle Marsh while the return of Minji remains uncertain.

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Hybe, the record label's parent company, confirmed to the BBC that it is suing Danielle Marsh, one of her family members, and ex-boss Min Hee-jin for $30m (£22m) in damages and as part of a contract break penalty.

The band has been plunged into further turmoil as the return of Minji, another of its stars, remains uncertain, leaving the band with three members.

Coming less than two months after reports that NewJeans would return to the label as a band of five, this news dashes fans' hopes of a comeback.

Many took to social media with the slogan: "NewJeans is five or nothing, while others questioned why Danielle was singled out.