BLACKPINK’s Jennie sparks controversy over shoe incident at DEADLINE tour
BLACKPINK member Jennie is facing backlash after a shoe malfunction during their June 5-6 DEADLINE world tour concerts in Goyang Stadium. During “Forever Young,” Jennie’s shoe issue disrupted the performance briefly. The other BLACKPINK members quickly stepped in, adjusting on the spot.
Clips showing Jennie talking urgently with staff about how to fix the shoe went viral. However, many fans accused her of being rude, with some using harsh language online.
who the hell does this bitch think she is?
— (@dekudam)
She’s always so rude towards staff Then Do it yourself btch, they are trying their best while you’re just standing there yelling at rolling your eyes
— ! (@popie_floppie)
Others pushed back, highlighting Jennie’s smile and urgency rather than rudeness.
Not you cropping the whole video to make her seem rude. Also fvk off
— sam jennie’s wife (@jnkrituals)
From another angle of the video, she was smiling and talking to the staff. The sound from the on-site speakers was loud, and the staff were also wearing headphones. That’s why her mouth movements were quite exaggerated. Get a job
— nijile (@Alenilaale)
She DID try to fix it herself at first but her staff calling her to do it for her BECAUSE THEY ARE PAID FOR THEIR JOB so Jennie can focus to sing her part.
— wangho (@wangheo1)
The new song “Jump” was also introduced amid mixed reviews. BLACKPINK’s concerts drew not only fans but other Korean stars like BTS and SEVENTEEN.
The shoe drama remains a hot topic as fans and critics clash over Jennie’s behavior. No official statements have been made by YG Entertainment yet.
