The K-pop community is abuzz with reactions following reports of an alleged breakup between BLACKPINK's Jennie and BTS's V. Fans of BLACKPINK, collectively known as BLINKs, have rallied in support of Jennie after she received a wave of degrading comments on social media.
On December 6, Korean news outlet JTBC reported that Jennie and V had decided to part ways. This claim, reportedly from industry insiders, also mentioned that the two were seen together on multiple occasions, including at Jennie's private listening party for BLACKPINK's second album. However, there has been no official confirmation from either Jennie, V, or their agencies regarding the rumored relationship or the alleged breakup.
Amidst these unverified reports, a controversial forum post titled "The men who got dumped by Jennie" surfaced, triggering an immediate backlash from K-BLINKs. The post featured an image of Jennie alongside V and other male K-pop idols like EXO's Kai and BIGBANG's G-Dragon. The original poster provocatively asked, "Who will be the next one to enter Jennie's boyfriend collection?"
This post sparked outrage among BLINKs, who condemned the derogatory nature of the comments and expressed their support for Jennie. Fans criticized the disrespect towards the idol's personal life and called out the misogyny inherent in such discussions. International BLINKs also joined in, emphasizing the private nature of idols' lives and questioning the public's obsession with celebrity relationships.
Comments from fans included strong rebukes of the speculation and a call for respect towards Jennie and her personal life. Fans expressed frustration over the unnecessary scrutiny and emphasized that idols' personal lives should remain private. The overall sentiment was one of support for Jennie, denouncing the invasive and demeaning nature of the rumors and comments.
The situation highlights the intense scrutiny K-pop idols face regarding their personal lives and the need for respectful boundaries. Fans worldwide are urging for a more respectful discourse and a recognition of idols as individuals with the right to privacy.
