BLACKPINK member Jennie shared an Instagram story showing herself with an unidentified man whose face was obscured by a white heart emoji. The July 19 post in KST immediately drew widespread reactions from fans.
The image fueled immediate online buzz with many questioning the man's identity. Some fans suggested it could be actor Byeon Woo Seok based on prior meetings at events like the Golden Disc Awards.
Others interpreted the post as a tease for an upcoming music video for Jennie's track "Less Than a Lover," pointing to similar content in related posts.
Reactions on social media included expressions of shock and playful speculation about a potential relationship reveal. No official confirmation has been provided regarding the man's identity or the post's purpose.