BLACKPINK’s Jennie is at the center of a swirling controversy, as underage smoking allegations have erupted.
On July 9, a clip from her latest vlog went viral where she appears to be smoking indoors while getting her makeup done. Jennie was getting ready for the runway debut for Jacquemus in Capri, Italy.
The video is currently trending on X, IG, Korean platforms, and Weibo. The clip has garnered millions of views in a short while, with fans and media outlets taking interest.
After the controversy erupted, she was reported to the South Korean embassy in Italy for smoking indoors.
In the latest development, the You & Me singer has been accused of smoking since the age of 15.
A user on Weibo shared a claim from an alleged encounter with a Korean Uber driver, who asserted that they attended the same school as BLACKPINK’s Jennie. According to the driver, Jennie allegedly smoked with her friends at the age of 15.
Notably, this claim is unconfirmed and lacks evidence, making it uncertain whether it’s true or a fabrication aimed at damaging her reputation.
Jennie’s reputation has taken a hit amid allegations of smoking indoors and blowing smoke in front of staff while overseas. Netizens opine that this behavior contradicts her previously wholesome image.
