JYP Entertainment and former artist go to court following accusations of misstreatment and abuse

Former VCHA member KG will attend her first public court hearing against JYP Entertainment on March 6, 2025, marking a turning point in their legal dispute. The lawsuit, filed on December 6, 2024, alleges child labor exploitation, abuse, and a toxic working environment. And while JYP prefers to keep these matters private, KG demands a formal trial to ensure transparency and protect her rights. This critical hearing will determine if the case will be open to the public or conducted behind closed doors.

KG, also known as Kiera Grace Madder, is a 17-year-old American singer who joined VCHA during the A2K survival show. However, upon formally becoming a trainee, she claimed that unhealthy conditions, intense pressure, and inadequate support caused severe mental health struggles, including disordered eating and self-harm among members. The artist even accused JYP and their working conditions of causing one of the VCHA members to attempt suicide.

Fans and media are watching the upcoming hearing closely. By insisting on a formal trial, KG aims to expose systemic issues in K-pop and advocate better protection for young trainees. This now puts the American branch of JYP Entertainment in the spot, unveiling the harsh conditions they make their teen artists go through.