Jenny mentioned the 'indoor smoking controversy' in the interview with the U.S. "follow the culture of South Korea"
Sep 20, 2024
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Blackpink Jenny revealed why she made an apology statement for the indoor smoking controversy during an interview with the US media.
On the 19th, Jenny was asked about the recent controversy over indoor smoking in an interview with Harper's Bazaar in the United States.
The media analyzed "Romantic relationships and smoking are not allowed for Korean idols" "because it can interfere with fans' empathic ability". He also mentioned the tobacco case, saying, `Privacy is a luxury for BLACKPINK, and even the smallest thing of a member can be an incident.'
Jenny responded to a recent video of indoor smoking in Italy, in which deputies immediately issued an official apology statement. "What can I do" If Koreans think it's wrong, I have to correct it." Then "I think fans' concerns are important from the fans' point of view."It means "It's like I know why you're angry." It is Korean culture, history, and time. And I can't go against the times,' he said, expressing his position to accept and accept the cultural characteristics of Korea setting high moral standards for celebrities, especially idols.
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Afterwards, Jenny's independent label Odd Atelier "I would like to express my sincere apology to anyone who felt uncomfortable with Jenny's actions in the content released on the 2nd," he wrote in an apology.
"Jenny is also reflecting on the fact that he smoked indoors and caused damage to other staff members, and he also contacted the staff at the time and apologized.", he admitted to smoking indoors and apologized to the staff who were victims of secondhand smoke at the time.
I'm sorry to the fans who might have felt disappointed. I'll repay you with more mature and better performances," he once bowed his head.
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