NEW JEANS ComplexCon HK Disaster: Sloppy Performances & Audacious ‘Hiatus’

New Jeans’ highly anticipated appearance at ComplexCon Hong Kong turned into a chaotic flop that left fans stunned and disappointed. From ghosting ADOR’s emergency staff to performing under the mysterious “NJZ” moniker despite losing an injunction, the group’s hour-long concert was a mess of sloppy vocals, blatant lip-syncing, and awkward solo covers. Tracks like Danielle’s “No Scrubs” and Hanni’s “My Boo” fell flat, while the debut of their new song “Pit Stop” crashed hard. What happened to the polished K-pop stars fans adored? This video dives into the on-stage disasters and behind-the-scenes drama that fueled this unforgettable debacle.

The fallout only deepened as New Jeans defied expectations—and possibly their contract—by announcing a unilateral hiatus at the end of the show. Ignoring ADOR and HYBE’s efforts to coordinate, the girls looked coy about solo ambitions under the guise of a fight for “values and dignity,” but their performance suggested a lack of preparation and teamwork. Was ComplexCon complicit in promoting “NJZ” over New Jeans, or did the group sabotage themselves? With thousands of attendees watching, the event exposed cracks in their image, leaving fans who waited in line for hours at the merch booth with little to celebrate.

What’s next for New Jeans? ADOR’s response was swift, expressing regret over the unauthorized “NJZ” branding and hiatus announcement, urging a meeting to salvage the group’s future. With a tiny window to reconcile before facing breach-of-contract charges and massive penalties, the girls’ hubris—or influence from former mentor Min Hee-jin—could spell doom. This video breaks down the timeline, the cringey moments, and the high stakes ahead. Are they revolutionaries or just reckless? Share your thoughts—did New Jeans cross a line, or is this a bold stand worth rooting for?