On May 15, ADOR uploaded several photos of Haerin alongside the message “HAPPY HAERIN DAY” through its official social media accounts.

In the newly released images, Haerin showcased her signature cat-like visuals and mysterious aura. From leaning against a sunlit window to taking natural mirror selfies, the overall aesthetic quickly reminded fans of the group’s previously rumored trip to Copenhagen.

As a result, many fans began speculating that the photos may actually be behind-the-scenes cuts from a comeback production shoot.

The discussion surrounding NewJeans’ future activities has remained intense ever since the group’s highly publicized legal dispute with ADOR. The members previously notified the agency of their intent to terminate their exclusive contracts in November 2024. However, ADOR later won a lawsuit confirming the validity of the contracts, leading to ongoing negotiations and uncertainty surrounding the group’s lineup and future direction.

According to the report, Haerin, Hyein, and Hanni have reportedly resumed preparations with ADOR, while Danielle’s contract situation remains unresolved. Meanwhile, the status of Minji has yet to be officially clarified.

ADOR cautiously addressed the speculation, stating that the Copenhagen trip involving Haerin, Hyein, and Hanni was “part of a pre-production process aimed at building NewJeans’ new musical narrative.”

The agency added, “The members are currently preparing activities according to their individual conditions and schedules. Future plans will be officially announced at the best possible time.”

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the full team’s future, fans reacted enthusiastically to Haerin’s birthday update.

Comments such as “Happy birthday Haerin,” “We’ll support you no matter how you return,” and “The Copenhagen vibe fits NewJeans perfectly” flooded social media, further amplifying excitement for what many believe could be the group’s long-awaited comeback countdown.

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