Danielle, despite NewJeans expulsion, maintains friendship—celebrates Hanni's birthday

While the conflicts surrounding NewJeans are still heading to court, Danielle did not forget Hanni's birthday. Although the situation surrounding the team has changed significantly, attention is being drawn as it appears that their personal friendship toward the member remains unchanged.

At midnight on the 6th, Danielle posted a photo on her SNS showing the back of a woman against a valley background. Although her face is not revealed, considering the 'honey' emoji left with the photo and the fact that October 6th is Hanni's birthday, the person in the photo appears to represent Hanni.

The fact that she did not directly mention her name or reveal her face has actually increased interest. By choosing to celebrate the birthday with a single short photo, interpretations have emerged that she may be conveying a message that her relationship with Hanni has not changed despite the current complex situation.

The two have shown a special closeness even during NewJeans' activities. Having shared numerous stages and spent a long time together as members of the same group, this post once again reveals that even though their current positions have changed, their personal bond has not been severed.

The situation surrounding Danielle has changed significantly from when NewJeans was active. ADOR and the members of NewJeans have been in conflict regarding their exclusive contracts since November 2024, and subsequently, changes occurred in the members' paths following the court's judgment on the lawsuit to confirm the validity of the exclusive contracts.

ADOR subsequently notified Danielle of the termination of her exclusive contract and took legal action against one member of Danielle's family and former CEO Min Hee-jin, holding them responsible for NewJeans' departure and delayed return. Danielle is also not free from the legal dispute surrounding the agency.

In the midst of this, the single short photo released on Hanni's birthday caught the attention of fans. Although the group faces a complex situation, fans are reacting with joy to Danielle's appearance, showing that she did not forget the special day of Hanni, who was at least a friend and colleague.

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