“Fans React as BLACKPINK’s Jennie Receives Recognition as ‘South Korea’s Soft Power’ by the President”

On October 7, a report from South Korean news outlet News 1 revealed that President Yoon Suk-yeol referenced BLACKPINK’s Jennie during his visit to the Philippines. He acknowledged Jennie as an emblem of Korea’s soft power, alongside renowned cultural exports such as K-dramas and BTS.

In his address, President Yoon underscored how South Korea effectively “captured the world through soft power” without any territorial claims. The recognition sparked a wave of enthusiasm among Jennie’s fans, who took to social media to celebrate her acknowledgment from the president. A user on X shared their excitement, stating:

“The real ‘bigger’ than her group”

Supporters of Jennie expressed sentiments of admiration, with one noting her status as an “Impactful Soloist,” while another asserted that she is “bigger than her group.”

“Spitting FACTS! Queen Jennie Ruby Jane Kim! She’s indeed an Impactful Soloist! Love you!,” an X user proclaimed.

“When they say she’s bigger than her BP, they ain’t lying. The president of the country said it himself,” shared another fan.

“This is how a successful solo journey begins; she made a name for herself without her group,” noted another admirer.

Several fans characterized Jennie as “nation prestige,” with some emphasizing her and BTS as prominent representatives of South Korea.

“Jennie is a national prestige,” said one user.

“The president credited her for enhancing her country’s global influence, which shows JENNIE is larger than BLACKPINK,” commented another fan.

“BTS and Jennie truly are the faces of We,” added a different user on X.

Jennie Graces 2NE1’s ‘WELCOME BACK’ Concert on October 6

On October 6, BLACKPINK’s Jennie made a notable appearance at 2NE1’s ‘WELCOME BACK’ concert on its final day, celebrating an event that took place from October 4 to October 6.

The concert attracted various K-pop icons, including Stray Kids’ Hyunjin, BIGBANG’s Daesung and G-Dragon, BOYNEXTDOOR, and New Jeans. Post-show, Jennie was seen taking pictures with fellow YG Entertainment artists, which quickly went viral as fans clamored for a YG fan concert.

Additionally, Jennie recently featured on the JBTC variety show My Name is Gabriel Season 1, where she played the role of Maria, a farm stay owner in Italy. Throughout the episodes, she engaged in hosting guests, preparing a variety of pasta dishes, and learning pizza-making skills. The episodes she appeared in, 13 and 14, are available for streaming on Disney+.

On October 7, Jennie also unveiled a teaser for her upcoming single, “Mantra,”revealing that it is set to drop on October 10 at 8 PM EDT and October 11 at 9 AM KST.

In other updates, Jennie Kim partnered with Columbia Records on September 9. She launched her own company, ODDATELIER (OA), in December 2023, which will manage her solo projects globally.

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