On October 19, 2024, BLACKPINK’s Jennie gave an energetic performance on her recently released single Mantra in the latest episode of the MBC Music Core show. She took over the stage in a striking blue and white ensemble.
Jennie’s performance impressed her fans, and admirers swamped the internet with praises for the K-pop idol. Expressing this sentiment, one user on X wrote:
“Jennie, you’re shining like a star! Your dancing and singing are pure perfection, full of grace and energy. Every move and note you hit is captivating, and it’s impossible to look away from such an amazing performance!”
Many other mixed responses for BLACKPINK’s Jennie were recorded on the internet. While one said her performance was absolutely on point, another fan commented that she looked beautiful.
“The fanchant was amazing!!! Good job Blinks rubies and jensetters for showing Jennie so much love and support!” A fan expressed.
“SHE ATE! Her performance was absolutely on point—she truly delivered!” Commented a fan.
“This is So D*mn Beautiful My Baby Love Nini / Absolutely Loved and Obsessed With This Performance,” wrote an admirer.
One fan appreciated BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s confidence on stage, while another complimented her outfit.
“you can see how much more confident she is now, after recieving postive feedback of the previous performances,” commented a fan.
“OMG?? I REALLY THOUGHT JENNIE IS FLOATING FOR A SECOND BECAUSE OF THE MONITOR UNDERNEATH LMFAOO,” remarked another X user.
“she and her outfit look very nice,” said another fan on X.
“The choreography for ‘Mantra’ is incredibly satisfying to watch. The synchronization is on another level—such a breathtaking performance!” Commented a fan.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie gave her first solo live performance at Jimmy Kimmel Live Show
On October 15, 2024, BLACKPINK’s Jennie made her solo live debut with her solo track Mantra on the Jimmy Kimmel Live Show. The singer wore a white top and black shorts for her performance. She styled her outfit with long knee-length boots and a heavy crimson-layered necklace.
BLACKPINK’s Jennie is known for her love of fashion, and many were interested in her outfit. Her black shorts drew much attention from spectators since they were embellished with silver cutlery, and several forks and spoons were dangling from her shorts. Aside from her outfit, Jennie’s performance pleasantly surprised her audience.
The female idol’s most recent single, Mantra, was released on October 11, 2024, by Odd Atelier and Columbia Records. The track serves as the lead single for BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s upcoming debut studio album. The song is of the dance-pop genre, although it contains significant R&B influences.
As of this writing, the music video for Mantra has received over 44 million views on YouTube. It is an upbeat track that celebrates female empowerment, encouraging each woman to exude confidence in their own unique way.
In other developments, BLACKPINK’s Jennie featured in the first season of the variety show My Name is Gabriel. The idol appeared in episodes 13 and 14 of the series. Adopting the premise of My Name Is Gabriel, she lived the life of another woman, Maria, who owned a farm stay in Italy. The show is available on Disney+.