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[BLACKPINKGLOBAL STATEMENT] We want to address what happened to Jennie in Paris recently. From the videos circulating online, it is clear that Jennie was being followed, filmed without consent, and approached during what appeared to be her private time. Situations like this can be stressful for anyone. Choosing not to immediately stop, sign items, or engage in that moment does not make someone “rude”… it means they are setting a boundary. Artists are human beings. They deserve personal space, safety, and respect just like anyone else. Being in the public eye does not mean that every moment of their lives must be accessible to others. Following someone, filming them without permission, or pressuring them into interaction crosses that line. This conversation should also go beyond Jennie. All members of BLACKPINK, and idols across the industry, deserve the same respect. Too often, especially for female idols, protecting personal boundaries leads to them being labeled as “rude” or “ungrateful.” That narrative is unfair and harmful. Respecting artists means respecting their humanity. Supporting them should never come at the cost of their comfort, privacy, or well-being.