On October 15, BLACKPINK’s Jennie made her highly-anticipated solo debut with a live performance of her new single, “Mantra,”on Jimmy Kimmel Live. She captivated the audience with her vibrant stage presence, sporting a unique ensemble comprising a white top and stylish black shorts, which she accessorized with knee-high boots and a chunky red layered necklace.
Jennie’s black shorts became a topic of conversation among fans as they were embellished with decorative silver cutlery, featuring forks and spoons that were playfully hung across the fabric.
The K-pop star’s daring fashion choice quickly took the internet by storm, sparking a flurry of fan reactions regarding her eye-catching cutlery-adorned shorts.
“She’s both serving and eatinggg oh mama Jennie”
Many fans took to social media to express their admiration for Jennie’s outfit, with several commenting that her performance was as spectacular as her appearance.
“Jennie knows she’s gonna EAT so she prepared us w/ those spoon and fork,” – wrote a fan.
“You know. .. this isn’t as weird to me because Michael had a whole jacket decorated with spoons and forks. She’s bringing back real fashion.” – commented another user on X.
“Not enough people saying she ate, that’s why she wore that,” – stated an admirer.
Another fan on X affectionately referred to Jennie as the ‘queen,’ noting her playful take on fashion with her personal set of cutlery.
“There’s silverware because she’s eating in Mantra,” – commented an X user.
“Queen walks around with her own spoon and fork. Wow!” – expressed a fan on X.
“Complete silverware because when she ATE SHE LEAVES NO CRUMBS,” – wrote another fan.
“She’s giving experimental functiocollages by a Soviet artist Vadim Voinov,” – remarked another user on X.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s debut solo single Mantra launched on October 11
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Jennie’s new track, “Mantra,”was officially released on October 11, 2024, under Odd Atelier and Columbia Records, serving as the lead single for her first solo album. The song is characterized by a dance-pop vibe enriched with R&B elements, and its music video has already garnered over 36 million views on YouTube.
Thematically, “Mantra”is an empowering anthem, encouraging women to embrace their individuality and confidence. It delves into the essence of female empowerment and solidarity.
The lyrics reflect Jennie’s deep connections with her female friends, portraying their bonds as sisterhood, underscoring the significance of women’s rights to enjoyment and independence in their lives.
Numerous women contributed to the creation of Jennie’s latest track, with Tanu Muino directing the music video. Muino is well-known for her work on hits like Harry Styles’ “As It Was,”Lil Nas X’s “Montero,”and Cardi B’s “Up.””Mantra”is a collaborative effort by women, encompassing lyrics, choreography, and production.
In other developments, BLACKPINK’s Jennie featured in the inaugural season of the variety show “My Name is Gabriel,”appearing in episodes 13 and 14. The show’s premise involved her immersing into the life of a character named Maria, who operates a farm stay in Italy.
Throughout the series, Jennie took charge of running the farm stay, hosting guests, cooking Italian cuisine, and more. The show is available for streaming on Disney+.
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