Jennie is at the center of a social media firestorm following an intense confrontation in Paris during Fashion Week. The BLACKPINK star was in town to attend the Chanel Fall/Winter 2026 Ready-to-Wear show as a global ambassador.
A group of foreign fans followed Jennie while she was exploring the city during her personal time. They filmed her relentlessly while demanding autographs and photos, despite her team’s initial attempts to keep walking. Jennie eventually gave in and signed autographs for over ten people, though she politely declined to take individual photos.
Imagine showing attitude & being rude to your fans who buy and stream your songs while in return they are literally just asking for an AUTOGRAPH…. atleast be a little more considerate pic.twitter.com/E61t9JsXTZ
— 🎀 (@rsitgurl) March 8, 2026
Sources close to the situation suggest Jennie’s hesitation comes from a growing industry-wide frustration with professional reselling. Professional resellers reportedly often claim they are collecting the autographs for siblings, only to list the signed items for high prices online immediately after. The followers kept blocking her path and hurling insults even after she refused further requests.
Jennie stayed calm throughout the ordeal. She signed a few more items before asking the crowd, “Please respect my personal time right now.”
The video is now sparking controversy overseas after reaching 10 million views. International netizens are criticizing Jennie for being “rude,” with some using the clip to spread unverified political rumors. One netizen even claimed she donated $1.5 million to Israel, a move that has fueled further backlash despite a lack of evidence.
Jennie from Blackpink attacked for support for Israel by $1.500.000 pic.twitter.com/RSS9KdMO2s
— Korean Wave 🇰🇷 2 (@theKwave2) March 7, 2026
Domestic netizens are defending the star against what they call a “smear campaign.” Korean netizens pointed out the absurdity of the situation, noting that Jennie was being harassed by “stalker-paparazzi” looking to profit off her name.
“Leave Jennie alone,” many fans commented, urging the star to file a lawsuit against those spreading malicious rumors and blocking her path in public.
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