BLACKPINK Jennie’s Latest Experimental Photoshoot Provokes Mixed Reactions

BLACKPINK Jennie is facing controversy over her new photoshoot for V Magazine.

The photoshoot dropped with bold, experimental looks that shocked many. Jennie showed off diverse hairstyles and a vibe similar to Twiggy, very different from her usual style.

Here’s a look at some of the images:

The V Magazine Spring Preview 2026 issue was announced on Twitter:

Our first issue of the year, V158 Spring Preview 2026, starring @jennierubyjane, is available now.

Photographed by MAR+VIN and styled by Anna Trevelyan.

Pre-order the issue here: https://t.co/75a0wVDP2H pic.twitter.com/QxaXuwXN3v

— V Magazine (@vmagazine) January 1, 2026

International fans have mostly loved the fresh vibe. But Korean netizens are split — many expressing strong dislike.

Here are reactions from Korean commenters on Nate Pann:

“They basically compressed only Jennie’s flaws into this lol.”
“Ugly as hell.”
“It feels like an old Vogue magazine shoot. She looks like a unique model, cool.”
“I honestly thought it was refreshing and pretty, but ugh, Korean women only like pink, soft, cutesy stuff.”
“This is weird… pretty Jennie was shot in such a strange way~~~ Is this supposed to be ‘hip’? It’s so tacky and bad…”
“LOL Seriously, why is the defending so pathetic? LOL Everyone can tell the photoshoot is trash. Honestly. Think how you actually feel LOL You really think this isn’t bad?”
“She’s more attractive than ‘pretty.’ That kind of appeal lasts longer.”

The shoot definitely stirred the pot, with reactions running hot. Jennie’s new look sparked debates on beauty standards and artistic direction.

BLACKPINK fans are watching closely as the backlash continues online.