Following the leaks of BLACKPINK Jennie and BTS V's "dating photos," as well as a photo of the female idol in a bathtub, BLINKs are demanding YG Entertainment defend Jennie. Curious? Keep on reading for all the details.
'PROTECT JENNIE': BLINKs Demand YG Entertainment Defend BLACKPINK Member Following Photo Leaks
Over the past month, a large number of photos presumed to be BLACKPINK Jennie and BTS V were leaked online.
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Jennie's fans claim that this is a severe breach of privacy. However, neither Jennie's label, YG Entertainment, nor V's agency, Big Hit Music, have released any statements regarding the validity of the dating rumors and the leak of photos.
Due to the company's continued silence, massive fan bases of Jennie, both in South Korea and abroad (including Jennie DC Gallery, CHINA JENNIE BAR, and more), have formed the "Jennie Global Fan Union."
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The Fan Union issued a statement on September 23, urging YG Entertainment to respond to the issue.
The statement reads,
Over the past few weeks, we have constantly communicated the seriousness of the ongoing issue to YG Entertainment and related officials regarding Jennie's privacy protection. Still, the appeals from fans have been to no avail.
Regardless of the party's intention, photos are being circulated, and many people are consuming them maliciously. Therefore, this is a severe privacy invasion and defamation issue that YG Entertainment must legally respond to.
Because we know the matter's sensitivity, it is also challenging to expect immediate actions and results. Nevertheless, YG Entertainment's continued silence is difficult to comprehend. We want YG to clarify the company's position to protect artists officially. We strongly demand a statement of official legal action against those who use the issue as an excuse to inflict secondary harm on Jennie, spread malicious rumors, and slander.
It is the company's natural duty to protect its artists. We hope you will accept the demands of fans this time.
What do you think of the situation? Tell us in the comments below.
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