BLACKPINK's Jennie is making waves in the global music world with her exciting new song!

Her latest single, "Mantra," dropped worldwide on October 11 at 9 AM KST. Just a day later, it soared to the top of the real-time chart on Bugs, a popular music platform in South Korea. It also reached number one on the iTunes “Top Songs” chart in an amazing 47 countries, including the U.S., Brazil, Singapore, the Philippines, and Mexico!

Jennie has achieved a significant milestone as she became the first K-pop female solo artist to hit number one on the U.S. iTunes “Top Songs” chart this year with "Mantra." The music video has also made a huge impact, landing at the top of the trending videos on both YouTube in South Korea and the U.S. It even topped YouTube's Worldwide Trending list!

Major media outlets like Billboard and NME are buzzing about Jennie's comeback. NME described "Mantra" as a track that "satisfactorily expands BLACKPINK's blueprint," highlighting it as "evidence of Jennie's exciting talent that makes us look forward to her new era as a solo artist."

"Mantra" is all about empowerment, encouraging everyone to shine in their own way and embrace their unique charm.

Reflecting on her new song, Jennie expressed her hopes, saying, “I want listeners to feel inspired and confident. It's amazing to see how music can connect us all.” She added, “Creating 'Mantra' was a beautiful journey, and I hope it resonates with everyone who listens to it.”

As Jennie embarks on this new chapter, fans can’t wait to see what she’ll do next!

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Actress Lim Ji Yeon is finally opening up about the unexpected backlash she received after showing support for actor Jung Woo Sung during his controversial return to the public eye.

In an interview on January 23rd, following the end of her drama The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon spoke candidly about the situation that caused a stir at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November last year.

At the event, Jung Woo Sung made his public return after facing controversy surrounding an “illegitimate child” with model Moon Ga Bi. While Jung Woo Sung took the stage to apologize, Lim Ji Yeon was seen clapping and cheering for him.

Reflecting on that moment, Lim Ji Yeon shared, "It was a brief moment, so it’s hard to say whether it was right or wrong." She added, "I didn’t expect the public’s reaction. On the other hand, I was cautious since The Tale of Lady Ok was airing at the time."

For those who missed it, Jung Woo Sung and Moon Ga Bi, who had been in a relationship since 2022, revealed last year that they were expecting a child.

The actor took full responsibility for the situation and issued an apology during the awards ceremony, saying, "I’m sorry for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has shown me love and support. I will bear all the criticism, and I promise to take full responsibility as a father to my son".

However, while Jung Woo Sung addressed the controversy, it was Lim Ji Yeon’s show of support that sparked controversy.

She cheered enthusiastically for Jung Woo Sung, while actress Hye Ri, who was seated next to her, kept a neutral, expressionless face. This led to a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned Lim Ji Yeon’s reaction.

It’s worth noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s agency, Artist Company, was co-founded by Jung Woo Sung and actor Lee Jung Jae, both of whom currently serve as directors.

Could this connection have influenced Lim Ji Yeon’s public display of support? She’s still processing the response, and fans are curious to know how she’ll handle the fallout moving forward.

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