BLACKPINK’s Jennie graced the cover of Harper’s Bazaar for an interview where she discussed her debut in the HBO series “The Idol.”In the conversation, the idol-actress revealed that the show resonated with her own life experiences.
The fashion magazine released the cover story on September 18, Wednesday, providing fans with an intimate look into Jennie’s world. During the interview, the BLACKPINK member reflected on her acting debut in “The Idol.”
Introducing our October cover star: #Jennie. As a beloved K-Pop idol and a global superstar, she constantly considers the desires of her fans. But what are her personal aspirations? Discover more here: https://t.co/RMaqRy2SZX pic.twitter.com/KhuAGlRQxf
— Harper’s BAZAAR (@harpersbazaarus) September 19, 2024
To truly understand #Jennie, you must grasp the magnitude of K-pop, a $10-billion-a-year industry that creates some of the biggest talents globally. After years of honing her craft, Jennie is now embracing the process of releasing her first solo album and shedding the burden of pressure. pic.twitter.com/kTuXzCEEU4
— Harper’s BAZAAR (@harpersbazaarus) September 19, 2024
In “The Idol,”Jennie portrays Dyanne, a singer and dancer who shares a close friendship with Lily Rose-Depp‘s character, Jocelyn.
“I found a lot of myself in Dyanne,”Jennie expressed. “The aspiration to become a super pop star is something I can deeply relate to.”
When she explained the appeal of “The Idol,”the BLACKPINK songstress was quick to respond.
Jennie shared that she felt a personal connection to ‘THE IDOL’ because she recognized parallels in her life: “Having the idea of this evil person coming in and trying to manipulate, I’ve been in that world my whole life.” pic.twitter.com/oWGICqIYJ4
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 19, 2024
As an international pop icon, #Jennie is well aware of being under the spotlight. However, her on-stage persona doesn’t capture her entire essence. “Anyone who meets me will say I’m quite different from my on-stage representation,” she revealed to Bazaar. https://t.co/0yWDOUcWTL pic.twitter.com/BTwPz89Rmn
— Harper’s BAZAAR (@harpersbazaarus) September 19, 2024
“The concept of this manipulative figure entering my life has been something I’ve experienced,”Jennie admitted.
Directed by Abel Tesfaye, “The Idol”aired on HBO in 2023, revealing the dark side of the music industry filled with manipulative executives, corrupted producers, and ambitious artists yearning for success.
For more insights, you can explore the entirety of Jennie’s cover story interview with Harper’s Bazaar HERE.
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