Netizens Discuss Whether BLACKPINK’s Jennie Is Going Too Far With Recent Gestures and Outfit Choices

BLACKPINK Jennie has recently sparked a heated debate among netizens over her latest image and concept choices, especially regarding her styling and photo shoots. Despite nearly a decade in the spotlight, many feel she’s pushing her look a bit too far, moving away from her usual vibe.

An online forum thread kicked off after someone posted several recent pics of Jennie, pointing out that she seems like she’s “trying too hard” with bold, provocative outfits and poses that stand out a lot more than before. The user described Jennie as “going all out” and doing “too much” when it comes to flaunting skin and attitude.

Some commenters echoed this viewpoint, questioning why Jennie keeps choosing these heavily revealing looks. A few suggested it might be a tactic to grab attention rather than something that fits naturally with her. On the other hand, some feel she’s outdoing artists like Kwon Eun Bi — famous for her “Waterbomb” performances — in terms of skin exposure.

“It’s a foreign style” one comment read, while another said, "Why is she doing this, ahjumma lolololol." These reactions highlight how her image clashes with typical Korean idol expectations. Other fans speculate that Jennie might be aiming for a more Western pop star approach, but not everyone thinks it suits her well. One user summed it up:

"The problem is that it does not suit her well,"
"If it were someone like BIBI doing that kind of concept, it would work better for her."

On the flip side, many fans and supporters have come to Jennie’s defense. They argue that much of the criticism is fueled by jealousy—whether it’s over her body, image, or the sheer level of commercial success she’s achieved. Backing this up, they point to Jennie’s ongoing popularity, her consistently sold-out concerts, and her role as a global ambassador with fashion giants like Chanel.

Her third Chanel global campaign and involvement in Adidas global campaigns are often cited as proof she’s still a major force both in music and fashion. One popular opinion noted:

"Honestly, who besides Jennie could pull off this pop star concept without looking cheap… She recently did something with Chanel too, just support her a little."

The discussion also brings up some memorable—and controversial—moments, like Jennie’s confident gestures, including one photo where she appears to be flipping off the camera. This got reactions ranging from shock to outright confusion:

"Is that first pic real..? Why is she flipping people off so confidently?? Is she even still an idol?"

Meanwhile, some netizens expressed frustration about the gap between Jennie’s star status and the intense scrutiny she faces:

"Jennie’s the only one still getting this much hate 10 years into her career. She should be peaking moderately, but she’s still booking ads, global campaigns, stadium tours, and even her solo album—thought to flop—was a hit. Who else can launch their own label and hit #1 with the first release? lolol."

Others sympathized with fans, noting the difficulty of defending Jennie online without risking backlash:

"Jennie posted those photos herself lolol and it’s true they’re weird and uncomfortable, yet Jennie fans threatening lawsuits need a reality check-up lolol."

There are also harsh criticisms, some of which compare her unfavorably to other female artists known for sexier concepts:

"Hwa Sa owns this vibe, but Jennie can’t pull it off… It feels like a kid trying to act sexy."

"She’s showing so much skin but there’s zero sexiness—it’s honestly surprising…"

The debate reflects a cultural tension between traditional Korean idol images and growing influences from Western pop. One comment explained this well:

"For Korean viewers, it’s just too unfamiliar to see a native Korean idol abandon all the typical girl group traits and go full pop star. When Western pop stars wear swimsuits and show off their bodies, people just think it’s cool, not sexy."

Another brought up how differently female stars are perceived depending on their natural image:

"It’s usually the ones who aren’t sexy that go around like this. The sexy ones don’t need to—because they’re sexy even without trying."

Amid all the hate and praise, Jennie’s commercial achievements and international presence stand out as undeniable. According to fans:

"Jennie is now doing Adidas global campaigns too. Same birth, yet some people are bitter nobodies in their rooms while she’s performing in front of 50,000 and has her face on billboards worldwide. No wonder they’re losing it with envy."

"If you just escape these dumb online forums, the reality is Jennie’s face is displayed in high-end department stores, and when her photo goes up on digital billboards in the street, people line up to take pictures. Compared to a life like yours, it’s the difference between heaven and earth. I hope you’re born better next life!!"

Despite ongoing controversy, Jennie continues to be one of K-pop’s most talked-about and influential figures. Whether fans love or hate her recent image changes, there’s no denying she remains at the forefront of the industry.

Some highlights from the comment section illustrate the range of opinions:

"It’s a foreign style"

"Why is she doing this, ahjumma lolololol"

"If Hwa Sa did a concept like this, people would’ve said ‘Unnie, you’re so pretty, total girl crush,’ but hmm….."

"Honestly, as someone who isn’t even interested in girl groups, this is more extreme than Kwon Eun Bi"

"This isn’t hate ㅠㅠ but there were like 15 trending posts comparing Kwon Eun Bi to adult cam clips. But what about Jennie, whose outfits are even more revealing? I’m seriously curious"

"Jennie ahjumma, please tone it down a bit…"

"Being too popular must be her crime"

"Isn’t she just trying to copy Western vibes? In Korea, idols get hate for this, but Western artists all do it. The thing is, it doesn’t really suit Jennie’s image. Someone like BIBI might pull it off better"

"Oh man, what is that? Her expression in that photo;;;;"

"I left the fandom after seeing those Jennie photos"

"But seriously, why does she keep pushing that image? She’s a top star—why is she doing this? I don’t get it"

"When I see female artists making headlines at Waterbomb, I usually think ‘wow, that’s sexy’… but in her case, the exposure is too much, it feels excessive… A little restraint would be better"

"It’s too much"

"Ugh.. why is she like this?? The level is just…"

"Starting with blowing smoke in a staff member’s face—that’s a huge no. She seems like she just wants to stand out with revealing outfits and has a hip-hop complex or something"

What do you make of Jennie’s evolving style and the public reaction?