According to reports, Danielle recently created an account on Xiaohongshu, often referred to as the Chinese version of Instagram. Although he hasn’t uploaded any posts yet, his account has quickly surpassed 10,000 followers, highlighting the strong interest he continues to receive from Chinese fans.
It has also been reported that Danielle’s older sister, singer Olivia Marsh, is following the account, further fueling speculation that the platform’s launch may be intentional rather than coincidental.
This development comes amid an ongoing legal dispute between Danielle and her former agency ADOR. On December 29, ADOR announced that it had notified Danielle of the termination of her exclusivity contract, specifying that she had become “difficult to continue the relationship with the artist.”
ADOR added that it intends to pursue legal liability against Danielle’s family member and former ADOR CEO, Min Hee-jin, arguing that they bear significant responsibility for the dispute, the group’s departure and delays in a potential return.
Following this, ADOR filed a lawsuit seeking approximately KRW 43 billion (approximately $32 million) in damages against Danielle, her family, and Min Hee-jin.
Earlier this month, on January 12, Danielle addressed fans directly through a live broadcast on her Instagram and YouTube channels. During the stream, he stressed, “I fought until the end to stay with the members.”
He continued, “NewJeans will always have a place in my heart. Even though I’m in a slightly different position, I will continue to support them as one of the ‘Bunnies,’ with the same feelings.”
Danielle’s decision to open a Chinese SNS account has led to growing speculation that she may be preparing for business targeting overseas markets, particularly China, where Korean idols often maintain a strong fan base despite domestic challenges.
While the legal battle continues and no official announcements have been made regarding her future plans, public attention remains focused on the fact that Danielle’s next chapter will take place primarily outside of South Korea.
Sources: Nate News
