ATTRAKT vs The Givers Lawsuit Ruling: Court Orders ₩500 Million in Damages
ATTRAKT partially won its lawsuit against The Givers. CEO Ahn Seung Il ordered to pay ₩500 million for malpractice in the FIFTY FIFTY dispute.
₩500 million for a breach of professional duty. The Seoul Central District Court has sided with ATTRAKT, the agency behind FIFTY FIFTY, in its long-standing legal battle against its former outsourcing partner.
ATTRAKT vs The Givers Lawsuit Ruling Details
On January 15, 2026, the court ruled that Ahn Seung Il, CEO of The Givers, and his associate director violated their contractual obligations. The judge found they committed professional malpractice by attempting to deceive ATTRAKT. While the label initially sought ₩2.00 billion in damages, the court ordered a joint payment of ₩500 million (approx. $341,000 USD).
The dispute traces back to the viral success of 'Cupid'. After the song's global explosion, three former members filed for an injunction, which ATTRAKT claimed was instigated by 'outside forces.' Keena, who eventually returned to the agency, provided crucial testimony stating that Ahn Seung Il had instructed the members to leave their dorms secretly.
Implications for ABLUME and Future Litigation
This partial win serves as a prelude to a much larger legal showdown. ATTRAKT is currently pursuing a ₩13.0 billion lawsuit against former members Aran, Saena, and Sio, who recently debuted as the trio ABLUME. In response, the trio filed a counter-suit for ₩300 million regarding unpaid settlements.
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