NewJeans is gearing up to set Japanese stages ablaze with their highly anticipated debut, and excitement couldn't be higher!

The group is set to drop the music video for their track "Right Now," part of their Japanese debut single "Supernatural," on the 17th, and fans are already on the edge of their seats.

In a sneak peek teaser dropped on the HYBE Labels YouTube channel, NewJeans teased fans with snippets of the melodic magic to come, giving a taste of their vocal prowess.

But what's really got everyone buzzing is the striking visuals hinting at a collaboration with none other than Murakami Takashi.

The fusion of NewJeans x Murakami Takashi characters alongside the beloved Powerpuff Girls from their previous work "Get Up" promises a visual feast like no other.

The hype train doesn't stop there! Pharrell Williams, the global pop sensation, lends his talents to the title track "Supernatural," adding an extra layer of star power to their Japanese debut.

With Pharrell's iconic adlibs and bridge reimagined into a fresh New Jack Swing style, produced by 250, "Supernatural" is primed to be a chart-topper.

But wait, there's more! Collaborations with cultural icons like Murakami Takashi and Hiroshi Fujiwara have fans buzzing with anticipation.

From "bag albums" featuring stylish drawstring bags and cross bags with Murakami Takashi, to streetwear essentials like T-shirts, bandanas, and hats with Hiroshi Fujiwara, NewJeans is making waves in the fashion world too. And the cherry on top?

Official merchandise from these collaborations will be up for grabs at 'Supernatural' release pop-up stores in Korea and Japan on the 26th.

As if that wasn't enough, fans are in for a treat with massive fan meetings lined up. Following their Japanese debut single drop on the 21st, NewJeans will grace the Tokyo Dome stage for the "Bunnies Camp 2024 Tokyo Dome" fan meeting on the 26th and 27th, setting a new record for foreign artists with the shortest time to perform at the iconic venue.

Despite being midweek affairs, tickets for NewJeans' Tokyo Dome extravaganza were snapped up in a flash, testament to their skyrocketing popularity.

And let's not forget their recent comeback in Korea! With their double single "How Sweet," NewJeans has been dominating domestic and global music charts alike, cementing their status as million-sellers and music chart darlings.

Get ready, folks! NewJeans is about to take the world by storm, and it's going to be legendary!

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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