Over the past week, online communities have been buzzing with controversy surrounding Jennie after reports emerged that her team had demanded influencer Harry Daniels take down a video that allegedly revealed her “real” body shape. The situation gained even more attention on April 23, when Harry Daniels finally addressed the incident publicly for the first time.

During a recent podcast appearance, Harry shared details about what had happened behind the scenes. According to him, the issue began when Jennie’s management team reached out to ask whether the video in question had been submitted to the brand Revolve for approval before being posted. Jennie had attended the Revolve Festival at Coachella the previous week, making the content potentially tied to brand-related promotional guidelines.

Harry, however, admitted that he chose to ignore this request and went ahead with uploading the video to his personal social media accounts as usual. He explained that he typically has full control over the content he creates and shares, and that this situation felt different from his past experiences. Despite his initial decision to post the clip freely, things quickly escalated when Jennie’s team directly contacted him and insisted that he remove the video immediately.

The young influencer, born in 2004, confessed that the situation left him feeling deeply hurt. Even so, he ultimately complied with the request and deleted the clip, stating that he did not want to damage Jennie’s professional relationship with Revolve. While he respected the decision, he emphasized that this was an unusual experience for him, as he is generally allowed to post his content without such restrictions.

The incident sparked intense debate across social media platforms. Many users criticized Jennie’s team, accusing them of overstepping boundaries and abusing their authority. On the other hand, some people argued that Harry could have avoided the entire issue if he had simply followed the initial request to submit the video for brand approval before posting it publicly. This divide in public opinion quickly turned the situation into a heated online discussion.

The controversy traces back to an interaction that took place about a week earlier at the Revolve Festival during Coachella. At the event, Harry Daniels approached Jennie unexpectedly and performed a playful cover of her song “like JENNIE” in an attempt to capture her attention. This type of spontaneous celebrity interaction is a signature style of Harry’s content, as he has built a large following by filming himself engaging with famous artists in surprising and entertaining ways.

He also recorded Jennie’s reaction to the impromptu performance, and the video quickly went viral after being posted online. However, as the clip spread, it began to attract a wave of negative comments. Many netizens left harsh and inappropriate remarks about Jennie’s body, engaging in body-shaming and criticizing her appearance. This backlash shocked fans, who expressed anger and disbelief at the level of negativity directed toward the BLACKPINK member.

As the situation escalated, the video suddenly disappeared from Harry Daniels’ social media accounts, prompting speculation among fans. At first, many assumed that Jennie’s team had forced him to remove the clip because it was unedited and allegedly exposed her natural appearance. Harry’s recent statement has now confirmed that he was indeed asked to take the video down.

This is not the first time Jennie has been involved in accusations of “abusing power” or behaving like a celebrity with excessive privilege. Back in May 2024, she and fellow BLACKPINK member Rosé faced criticism after Rosé shared photos of the two walking together on the streets of New York City. In those images, bodyguards were seen holding umbrellas over them throughout their walk.

Some netizens reacted negatively, claiming that the two idols were acting entitled and should have held their own umbrellas. Comments such as “They should carry their own umbrellas” and “That’s too much” circulated widely. However, many fans quickly defended them, pointing out that providing such assistance is part of a bodyguard’s job and also serves to ensure the artists’ safety in public spaces.

Not long after that incident, Jennie became the center of another controversy related to alleged misuse of privilege. In July 2024, a vlog posted on her personal YouTube channel showed her using an e-cigarette indoors, with some viewers accusing her of blowing smoke toward staff members. The clip drew significant criticism and added to the narrative that she was behaving irresponsibly.

Amid the backlash, an event staff member came forward to clarify the situation. According to this individual, Jennie had been in a designated smoking area within a waiting room where smoking was permitted. The staff member also stated that Jennie had politely asked those around her for permission before using the e-cigarette. After receiving consent, she reportedly opened a window before proceeding.

Eventually, Jennie addressed the controversy herself. She admitted to using the e-cigarette and expressed regret over her actions. She also issued an apology to any staff members who may have been affected, acknowledging that her behavior could have caused discomfort.

With the latest incident involving Harry Daniels, Jennie once again finds herself at the center of public scrutiny. While some continue to question the actions of her team, others believe the situation highlights the complexities of managing celebrity image, brand partnerships, and online content in an era where viral moments can quickly spiral out of control.