In a heartfelt celebration of their fourth anniversary, the popular K-pop group NewJeans released a series of photos and videos featuring four of its members: Minji, Hani, Haerin, and Hyein. On July 22, NewJeans shared these visuals on their official social media platforms, accompanied by the message "2026 Summer of NewJeans." The content highlights the members holding hands in a sequence, set against a vibrant summer scenery, capturing the essence of their bond.

This release is particularly significant as it marks the first group content from NewJeans after a tumultuous period involving legal disputes over their exclusive contract with ADOR. In November 2024, all five members of NewJeans announced the termination of their contract, citing a breach of agreement, which led them to pursue individual activities. However, they faced a setback when they lost the initial lawsuit regarding the validity of their contract in October 2025.

Despite the challenges, the members expressed their desire to return to ADOR without pursuing an appeal. In December 2025, ADOR announced the termination of Daniel's contract, effectively removing him from the group. Following this, the returns of Haerin, Hyein, and Hani were confirmed, while Minji was in negotiations regarding her own return.

Recent developments suggest that Minji has decided to rejoin her fellow members, leading to speculation about NewJeans officially operating as a four-member unit. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how the group will navigate their future activities and what new projects they will undertake as they celebrate this milestone.