Jennie of BLACKPINK unexpectedly became a hot topic online—not for a dazzling red carpet moment, but for doing the exact opposite.
After wrapping up her awards schedule and delivering a powerful closing performance at the Golden Disc Awards, Jennie quietly returned to South Korea early the next morning (January 11). To the surprise of many fans, she arrived at Incheon International Airport without drawing attention and managed to completely “blend into the crowd.” It wasn’t until fans replayed airport livestream footage later that they realized Jennie had already passed through immigration and left the airport—almost entirely unnoticed.
According to sharp-eyed fans, the timing played a key role. A rookie “monster” boy group, CORTIS, arrived at the airport around the same time, drawing most cameras, reporters, and fans to the opposite side of the terminal. Meanwhile, Jennie appeared in what netizens jokingly called “full civilian mode,” dressed in dark-toned clothing, wearing a mask and hat, and moving quickly through the airport without assistants or visible security nearby.
Once the footage surfaced, online reactions poured in. Fans laughed and commented, “Jennie disguising herself as a passerby is too cute,” “Mission: blend in—success,” and “If idols don’t want attention, just schedule arrivals near CORTIS.” Others praised her as a “high-level stealth master,” noting that as long as security keeps some distance, it’s surprisingly easy to disappear into a crowd.
However, the discussion also revived memories of a recent controversy during Jennie’s arrival in Taiwan on January 9. At the time, some netizens criticized her for appearing cold and reserved at the airport, pointing out that she didn’t wave to cameras and even covered her face with her coat after getting into the car. A small group went as far as questioning whether her attitude was “disrespectful,” sparking a brief but heated debate online.
Many fans were quick to defend her. They explained that Jennie had entered via a VIP route but was still surrounded by crowds and long-lens cameras shooting at close range, which likely prompted her to shield her face. Others compared footage from Seoul airports, noting that Jennie has long preferred to stay covered up and move quickly through public spaces—regardless of location.
Supportive comments flooded social media, with fans saying, “She genuinely doesn’t like being disturbed,” “She’s introverted, but once on stage, her charisma is insane,” and “The more famous she gets, the more cautious she becomes.” Some even lamented the harsh scrutiny, noting that her low-key Incheon arrival proved she wasn’t seeking attention at all.
Sources: Yahoo News