NewJeans Danielle Faces Criticism — Did She Subtly ‘Shade’ BTS’s Jungkook?

Following BTS Jungkook’s remarks showing support for NewJeans, Danielle attracted attention after seemingly “mocking”the male idol by changing her bio.

ARMYs (BTS fans) and Bunnies (NewJeans supporters) are currently involved in a fandom “war”to defend their respective idols, Jungkook and Danielle.

On the 14th, Jungkook received significant attention after indirectly expressing support for NewJeans and criticizing Min Hee Jin for involving the group in the HYBE-ADOR dispute.

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In his posts on his dog Bam’s Instagram, he conveyed the message:

“Artists are not guilty. Don’t use them.”

At that moment, ARMYs appreciated Jungkook’s support for his junior girl group. However, this positive sentiment swiftly changed after Danielle updated her bio on the fan communication app, Phoning.

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She posted five hearts representing NewJeans and added a blue cap emoji, symbolizing Min Hee Jin. This gesture was initially introduced by Hanni but included a bunny character representing Bunnies (the fandom).

When ARMYs noticed this, they expressed disappointment towards Danielle and claimed that she “mocked”Jungkook by supporting Min Hee Jin, even after Jungkook suggested that young artists should not be used in the legal battle between HYBE and ADOR.

Here are some reactions from ARMYs:

For those who didn’t understand, here is the before and after of Danielle’s Phoning. She changed to the colorful hearts from NewJeans and ADDED Min Heejin’s hat after Jungkook’s support, despite him saying that young artists should not be dragged into disputes. 🤡 https://t.co/W4WelXHFfF pic.twitter.com/FFm1EVarXH

— 🔄 (@ktae0096) September 14, 2024

After BTS Jung Kook uploaded a post on Instagram, Newjeans Danielle changed her status message, appearing to mock him. pic.twitter.com/bWcmlAr5Wa

— Sniper21 (@Sniper71232) September 14, 2024

Jungkook showed support to prevent adults from using the artists as shields, and Danielle’s response was to support the very adult who uses them as shields. They don’t deserve Jungkook’s kindness. https://t.co/aTWiAqGXdn

— dee the astronaut (@zonequal) September 14, 2024

Conversely, some Bunnies defended Danielle and criticized the BTS fandom for “attacking”her, asserting that she has always been kind and does not deserve the backlash.

Danielle is the type of person that brings positive energy into a room, making everyone feel comfortable and happy. She is attentive, kind, loving, and supportive. She truly is a ball of sunshine. #WELOVEYOUDANIELLE pic.twitter.com/p48ySjA29R

— nati ୨୧ (@retrokki) September 15, 2024

You’d have to come from the depths of hell to think of a single bad thing about Dani. 🤬#WELOVEYOUDANIELLE pic.twitter.com/XeK3LSyCJx

— richie 🥭 (@nyamjeanz) September 15, 2024

Dani will always be the kindest and most loving person ever❤️❤️#WELOVEYOUDANIELLE pic.twitter.com/6dGZWbXmwO

— Alexia🫧#Weloveyounewjeans🫶🏼 (@Alyxiss_N) September 15, 2024

How could you hate her? The sun personified? She deserves as much love as she gives. #WELOVEYOUDANIELLE pic.twitter.com/9b7hNuJZR1

— I adore anti 🇵🇸 (@DENIMPRINT) September 15, 2024

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