BLACKPINK's Jennie Reveals New Tattoo Amid Controversies

BLACKPINK's Jennie is drawing attention after revealing a tattoo on her waist.

On the 30th, Jennie posted a photo with the caption "My." In the picture, Jennie is seen reclining with her upper body exposed.

While her slender waist is eye-catching, what stands out even more is her tattoo. Jennie has the word "Mantra" inked on her waist.

A "Mantra" is a sacred phrase used in Buddhism or Hinduism during prayer or meditation. Fans are speculating whether Jennie’s tattoo reflects her emotions following a series of recent controversies.

Jennie was recently criticized for smoking indoors. While getting her makeup done in a waiting room, she was seen smoking in front of the staff, which drew backlash. In response, her agency issued a statement saying, "We sincerely apologize to everyone who felt uncomfortable with Jennie's behavior. We also reached out to the staff present at the time and apologized."

On the 18th, just as the controversy was settling, Jennie was spotted dining at a famous Japanese restaurant in Los Angeles with GOT7's BamBam, leading to rumors of a romantic relationship. However, Jennie denied the rumors, stating, "We just had a meal as friends."