Pop culture icon V was recently spotted at the airport, igniting a wave of fan criticism for publicly flaunting a shared piece of jewelry with Jennie.
Flaunting Love or Provoking Fans?
V was seen at the airport donning a double necklace, a piece of jewelry he's known to share with Jennie. The pair has faced scrutiny in the past for publicly wearing their "couple items."
Yet, this didn't stop V from posing in front of the camera, making his signature "V" gesture, necklace prominently displayed.
Public Reactions
The public's reaction was swift and overwhelmingly critical. Many expressed frustration over V's perceived insensitivity and disregard for his fans' feelings.
One fan noted, "V seems smitten by his relationship with Jennie, but his showboating crosses a line. His seeming arrogance is worrisome."
Another critic questioned the couple's insistence on parading their relationship publicly, asking, "What's with the two of them clinging to these shared items?"
An Insult to Loyal Supporters?
Some fans were especially concerned about the impact of this controversy on V's staunch supporters.
"If he doesn't stop this craziness, what will become of the ARMYs who've been defending him and denying his relationship all along?" one fan queried.
Some expressed outright disdain for the concept of "couple items." "I utterly detest the idea of shared items. It feels insincere," a fan asserted.
Others questioned V's motives. "Judging by how things are going, it feels like V's actions are all a charade. Was he really posting those pictures for his fans, or were they just intended for his girlfriend?"
A Shaken Fandom
A sense of disappointment was palpable among the fans. Many felt that V owed them an apology or at least some humility.
"If he had shown remorse or even a bit of shyness, fans might have been reassured," one fan lamented.
Others expressed concern about the potential damage to the fandom.
"While BTS might be too famous to care, a few more controversies like this could turn a seemingly solid fanbase like the ARMYs into a house of cards."
HYBE and YG Entertainment Response
On May 18th, both V's agency, HYBE, and Jennie's agency, YG Entertainment, responded to this speculation by stating they are unaware of their artists' private lives.
However, fans are still questioning the role of V's agency in this controversy.
"It seems like there's a tussle between V and his agency over acknowledging the relationship. Are they deliberately refusing to confirm?" pondered one fan.
Another fan criticized V's actions as "childish", questioning whether public proof of a relationship was necessary.
"Most idols do their best to keep their image clean. It's to avoid controversies like these. If V continues this way, he might find it challenging to continue his career in the entertainment industry."
The "Coincidences"
Both V and Jennie have been reported to depart for France around the same time. V left on April 15th to attend a photo shoot for a fashion brand and other promotional events.
Jennie also reportedly has a photo shoot scheduled in France. Further stoking the rumors, she received an official invitation to the 76th Cannes Film Festival for the premiere of her debut acting project, the American HBO Original "The Idol," which opened on the 16th.
The dating rumors between V and Jennie were first raised in May last year, when the pair were spotted vacationing together in Jeju Island.
Subsequent leaks of photos featuring the pair in matching outfits and engaging in affectionate behavior have only intensified the suspicions.
Despite these allegations, neither HYBE nor YG Entertainment have issued an official statement on the dating rumors.
Overall, the consensus among fans seems to be one of disappointment, not necessarily due to V's relationship, but rather his handling of it.
Many fans desire maturity from their idol and hope that he will take responsibility for his actions moving forward.
