NewJeans Releases 4 Anniversary Video: Is a 4-Member Comeback Including Minji Confirmed?
이 포스팅은 쿠팡 파트너스 활동의 일환으로, 이에 따른 일정액의 수수료를 제공받습니다.
This article is based on the latest reports and official materials available as of 2026-07-22 Korea Standard Time.
On 2026-07-22, the 4 anniversary of their debut, NewJeans released a new video at 0 on their official channel featuring Minji, Hanni, Haerin, and Hyein.
However, neither a 4-member comeback schedule nor a new song release date has been officially confirmed.
The conclusion supported by the information currently available is that signs have emerged raising expectations for a resumption of activities, but this is not an official comeback announcement.
What Was Released on the Official Channels on July 22?
The released content is titled '2026 Summer of NewJeans.'
A group video featuring Minji, Hanni, Haerin, and Hyein together, 1 in total, along with individual videos of the four members, was uploaded to the official YouTube channel. New photos and videos were also posted on the official website and social media accounts.
Fans' interest grew rapidly, particularly because the content was released at 0 on the group's debut anniversary without any advance notice.
The videos feature rabbit imagery symbolizing NewJeans and their fandom, Bunnies, alongside scenes evoking a summer atmosphere. The content has been confirmed to be newly produced rather than simply re-edited footage from the past.
Confirmed Release Details
| Category | Currently Confirmed Information |
|---|---|
| Release date | 2026-07-22 at 0 |
| Content title | 2026 Summer of NewJeans |
| Featured members | Minji, Hanni, Haerin, Hyein |
| Release platforms | Official YouTube channel, website, and social media |
| New song information | Not disclosed |
| Comeback date | Not disclosed |
| Performance schedule | Not disclosed |
Does Minji's Appearance Mean Her Return Is Confirmed?
The aspect of this video that attracted the most attention was Minji's appearance in official group content.
Minji appeared not only in the group video filmed with the other members but also in an individual video. This confirms that Minji officially participated in producing the 4 anniversary content.
However, appearing in a video is not the same as having all future activity agreements and arrangements finalized.
The agency stated that it would announce specific activity plans and arrangements once discussions with the members had been fully concluded.
Therefore, at this stage, it is important to distinguish between what has been confirmed and what remains unverified.
Minji's participation in the 4 anniversary video: Confirmed
Release of 4-member content featuring Minji: Confirmed
Official announcement of a comeback as a 4-member group: Not confirmed
Album and digital music release schedule: Not confirmed
Long-term activity agreements and arrangements: Further announcements required
Minji's appearance in the video alone should not be taken as confirmation of an album release date or an official comeback.
Why Was Danielle Absent From This Video?
NewJeans debuted in 2022 with 5 members: Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein.
However, only four members appeared in this 4 anniversary content, with Danielle absent.
The agency ADOR previously announced on December 2025 that it had terminated its exclusive contract with Danielle. In the content released afterward, Da
이 포스팅은 쿠팡 파트너스 활동의 일환으로, 이에 따른 일정액의 수수료를 제공받습니다.