NewJeans’ Abrupt Social Media Update Sparks Huge Speculation About Minji’s Future
NewJeans have once again found themselves at the center of attention after a series of quiet but noticeable changes across their official social media platforms.
While no formal statement has been released, fans were quick to spot updates suggesting the group may be preparing for a major announcement.
Across multiple platforms, NewJeans’ profile images have changed from group photos featuring all members to a simple logo.
NewJeans banners have been changed on social media platforms (X, Facebook, YouTube)
Before vs after pic.twitter.com/KoZxIHpGO9
— YB (@NJZBAM2) February 2, 2026
On Spotify, their artist bio has been edited to remove all mentions of former CEO Min Hee Jin and any references to the individual members.
The Spotify description for NewJeans has been changed.
Traces of ADOR founder Min Hee Jin, as well as the individual members’ names, has been removed. pic.twitter.com/yAYDYrrs8E
— YB (@NJZBAM2) February 2, 2026
Meanwhile, on the Weverse app, Danielle’s profile has been completely removed, further hinting that the group is officially moving forward without her.
while everyone was busy with the grammys, HYBE took advantage of this opportunity and, in addition to changing the banner on all of newjeans' social media accounts, they also decided to remove danielle from their w*verse app
and the funniest thing is that+ pic.twitter.com/ZP4s7VVr4e
— ` (@HYEINstar) February 2, 2026
What has drawn even more attention, however, is Minji’s status. Unlike Danielle, Minji’s Weverse profile remains active. This has led many fans to believe that she will stay with the company and that NewJeans may continue promotions as a four-member group.
Danielle has been removed as a member on newjeans weverse account… minji is definitely staying and that announcement is soon pic.twitter.com/zD1ZOflLMP
— 🫥 (@njzhoney) February 2, 2026
Online reactions have been mixed and emotional. Some fans feel the recent updates are an attempt to distance the group from its past, while others believe the company is slowly preparing the public for an upcoming announcement. There is also growing frustration among fans who feel the group’s history and original lineup are being quietly pushed aside.
they can try as hard as they can, but they will NEVER rewrite history. ♡ https://t.co/SbhlPo1Dl3 pic.twitter.com/7I4WigbkE9
— ` (@HYEINstar) February 2, 2026
NewJeans will always be Minji Hanni Danielle Haerin Hyein
— ri (@kangsterrin) February 2, 2026
they really trying to erase history..
— ً (@swanisthegoat) February 2, 2026
Yeah they are preparing for the announcement.. I am not ready for this particular circus to start https://t.co/EymuSjYxl0
— 'Ana' (@Apbn7) February 2, 2026
Concerns surrounding Minji have become especially intense. Despite her continued presence on Weverse, there has been no official update regarding her contract status or future plans.
Can't imagine how tired you are Jiya pic.twitter.com/xblyZ0Zr3M
— minji loops (@minji_loops) January 29, 2026
And to think we still know absolutely nothing about Minji…everything about this is so worrying
— ً kimmin’s first fan 🌻⁵ (@honeymoonsave) January 28, 2026
also i don’t get why you guys think that minji’s « negociations » are long because there are NO negociations lol, ador already has the answer and is waiting for the right moment to drop it
— lyna ౨ৎ (@n0tlyna) January 27, 2026
so, they're going to continue hiding the decision about minji https://t.co/7MStPaBu6g
— isa⁵ (@katebbow) February 2, 2026
As NewJeans remain silent, these subtle changes have spoken loudly.
