K-Pop Star Ben Battles Former Agency MAJOR9

Renowned K-pop singer Ben has announced legal action against her former agency, MAJOR9, regarding unpaid royalties.

Timeline of the Dispute

– January 2023: Ben’s contract with MAJOR9 expired without renewal.

– Following the expiration, Ben demanded payment for the revenue generated from her music releases during her contract period.

– MAJOR9 rejected the settlement, leading to escalating tensions.

– November 2023: Court-mediated settlement attempts failed.

– September 2024: The case was transferred to a new court.

Legal Proceedings

The first hearing is scheduled for July 23, where Ben will contest for approximately 700 million KRW in royalties. The proceedings come after an unsuccessful mediation attempt by the court, leading to increased focus on the upcoming legal battle.

Learn more about Ben’s journey

With the trial approaching, both fans and industry insiders are closely monitoring the developments.