BLACKPINK member Jennie headlined the Mad Cool Festival in Madrid on July 9, becoming the first K-Pop idol to do so. Her performance and outfit choices sparked debate online.
Jennie delivered a nearly hour-long set featuring tracks from her Ruby era along with unreleased songs. She appeared in a lilac-and-gold ensemble and a gold corset-like top paired with gold shorts and a chunky belt.
Social media users posted harsh comments about her body and wardrobe, with some describing her figure in negative terms and questioning her styling choices. Others defended her right to wear what she prefers and praised her agency ODD ATELIER for the production quality.
The performance marked a milestone for the idol at the Spanish festival. Netizens highlighted both the praise for her stage presence and the body-shaming remarks that followed.