On November 15 KST, Dispatch revealed the group text messages that Keena sent to her fellow FIFTY FIFTY members and their families. These texts uncovered the reality behind the scenes within the group.
Dispatch reported on an ‘anonymous informant’ in the ‘Unanswered Questions’ episode who provided false information against ATTRAKT, with text messages used as evidence to counter the false claims.
The report also disclosed the outcome of the lawsuit between Keena and the other members. Keena revealed that the members had limited influence over the group’s decision-making process, with adults making decisions for them. They were also discouraged from participating in negotiations with ATTRAKT.
“Until now, we have faithfully listened and followed the discretion of the adults. Whether we are present at the first round of negotiations, ATTRAKT is able to manipulate the media as they want, but it is true that I am afraid that if we don’t take part in negotiations, our image as “Traitor Idols” will be solidified. But the biggest reason (for my uncertainty) is the fact that I don’t understand why we are avoiding negotiating without even listening to the other side, especially after our injunction has been dismissed.”
— Keena
Moreover, Keena recognizes the initial intent to advocate for K-pop idols’ struggles yet questions the significance of their battle against widely accepted industry standards. The text also reveals a disagreement among members, unveiling that they never met in person to discuss their legal battle.
“I won’t force my thoughts on the other members. We don’t seem to agree on much anyway, and we’ve never met in person to talk about this, and we’ve never had the opportunity to really talk about what we thought about the situation. So, I respect their wishes. I don’t think my desire to listen to what the other side (ATTRAKT) has to say, this once, will change.”
— Keena
Keena aims to participate in the upcoming negotiations, respecting various group opinions. She feels that Ahn Sung Il disregards the members’ wishes and excludes them from proceedings. According to Keena, the group’s presence is crucial as their dreams and lives are on the line at each meeting. She commits to listening, voicing their opinions and objections, and making informed decisions for the future of their group.
Fans were shocked by the revelations and expressed their support for Keena. They praised her courage in speaking out and advocating for the members’ rights in the group’s decision-making processes.
- “So this (legal battle) wasn’t what the members wanted. But I can’t believe the members never met to discuss things.”
- “Reading Keena’s text, it seems that the members’ opinions were discarded, and the members’ families, who don’t know much about the entertainment industry, were gaslighted into committing this mess. It seems Keena left because she is wise.”
- “Wow, even though Keena is young, she is deep and wise. I think her parents really raised her well.”
- “I was shocked by how well she wrote. Isn’t she young?”
- “Wow, because I’m the same age as them, I can confirm that when you are in your early 20s, not many people would be able to think straight when their parents are that delusional. Keena is smart, and I feel bad for the members who fought their parents.”
- “Wow, they really forbid the members from attending their own negotiations, LOL. The adults are the worst.”
- “Sigh… The parents ruined the careers of their children because they believed a fraudster… Although the members voluntarily wrote letters to fans and stuff.”
- “This is why adults are a problem. The adults should have discussed with the members before making any decision. Look at what they’ve done.”
- “I have mixed feelings about their situation (after reading this), but it’s too late…”
Keena concluded the text by stating that she would resume control of the legal battle. She criticized the adults for excluding members from decisions that have ultimately impacted their careers.
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