“It’s All For Clout!” HBO Seemingly Hints BLACKPINK Jennie’s Role “The Idol” Might Be Bigger Than Expected But Fans Aren’t Convinced
In 2022, BLINKs couldn’t hide their excitement when it was announced that BLACKPINK‘s Jennie would be making her acting debut in HBO‘s upcoming series The Idol.
Well, it seems like HBO might be teasing Jennie’s significant role in the show, but netizens aren’t convinced.
Since the announcement, netizens have been treated to small glimpses of Jennie’s acting debut, showcasing that the idol will play a villain role.
It got even more exciting when it was announced that Jennie would be attending Cannes Film Festival to promote the show.
#JENNIE will officially be attending the 76th Cannes film festival held in France @BLACKPINK pic.twitter.com/AXMoBbkmdQ
— honors lisa (@honorslisa) May 11, 2023
Well, it seems like HBO is really pushing Jennie’s role in The Idol after new shots from an event. In the photos posted by a Thai account attending an event about upcoming projects, photos were shown promoting upcoming HBO shows, including The Idol.
Considering the rumors surrounding Jennie’s role not being as prominent as expected, many couldn’t hide their excitement that the promotional material seems to be pushing Jennie as one of the main characters.
“the secret main character” and the villain of the idol JENNIE RUBY JANE. pic.twitter.com/zqbsLDjV4d
— ☆ (@ninibowie) May 16, 2023
WHEN THEY KNOW WHO'S THE MOST TALKED ONE, starring JENNIE RUBY JANE. pic.twitter.com/D9Poojw2De
— ☆ (@ninibowie) May 16, 2023
“the most talked about original… starring JENNIE RUBY JANE” damn this is so sexy 😭 pic.twitter.com/3zdydGXUmZ
— ‘ (@jnkoopsies) May 16, 2023
Yet, while some were excited at the possibility that Jennie could have a more prominent role, it wasn’t surprising that some fans were worried. In particular, after the revelation where the crew claimed “Jennie has barely any air time,” many worry it is all done for clout and that her name is being used to hype up the show.
Using her for clout 😭 https://t.co/WGB5wQiVer
— Aɴᴀ ≷ (@chaerpinkz) May 16, 2023
theyre like starring jennie ruby jane but will only give her 15 seconds of screentime bet https://t.co/snc8PEJTAh
— shada 🇵🇸 7 (@hyyhlyrics) May 16, 2023
Rolling Stones also saying mother just have a few lines. Hope they're not just using her!!!
— Jennie's pink soldier (@purplevenom96) May 16, 2023
ça commence sérieusement à m'énerver ils sont en train de pomper tout le clout de jennie pour leur série alors qu'on va même pas la voir tant que ça https://t.co/tbgqUjpNEY
— kj (@khleobugatti) May 16, 2023
Considering the controversy surrounding the series before it’s even aired, it will be interesting to see what Jennie’s role is and whether they are “using her for clout.”
You can read more about the concerns of netizens below.
“They Didn’t Let Her Talk…”: HBO Show “The Idol” Exposed For Exploiting BLACKPINK’s Jennie And More
