HYBE’s Latest “Erasure” Attempt Sparks Speculations About NewJeans’ Future

HYBE recently announced that they would be deleting the record of NewJeans Danielle‘s messages from Phoning. Phoning is the official communication app for NewJeans and their fans. The app is managed by HYBE and ADOR. After they decided not to renew their contract with Danielle, her content will now be erased from the app.

“Hello, this is Phoning.

We sincerely thank all the fans who continuously send love and support to NewJeans. We would like to inform you that some of the currently serviced content will be reorganized.

Phoning values the memories built between artists and fans. However, in order to provide better service, we will be reorganizing certain content, and some content will be discontinued starting from the schedule below. As this content contains precious memories for fans, we are providing a viewing period in advance. Please refer to the information below when using the service. We kindly ask for the understanding of the many fans who love NewJeans.

Content scheduled for discontinuation: Messages tab – Danielle conversation history Content available until: April 3, 2026 (Friday), 11:00 AM (KST)

For related inquiries, please contact the Phoning Customer Center.”

The move has sparked speculations on the girls’ future. Fans are taking this as a sign that Danielle will be removed while Minji is still in. Netizens believe that NewJeans will move forward as 4.

• Seems like they’ll be four members.
• Crazy b*stards.
• Well, since she left and all.
• Seems like it’s true that Minji will join.
• They’re really doing all they can, huh.

Fans will still be able to view Danielle’s messages on the app until April 3, a month from the time of announcement. After which, her content will be removed from Phoning.