Jennie has officially entered her Ruby era, but her latest stage outfits have fans debating whether she’s taking things too far.

At exactly midnight on March 7, Jennie dropped her highly anticipated debut album Ruby, marking her first solo project since leaving YG Entertainment and launching her own company, ODD ATELIER.

To celebrate, she kicked off her solo tour, The Ruby Experience, in Los Angeles, where she performed songs from the album for the first time and shared behind-the-scenes stories about its creation.

As expected, Jennie stunned fans with her captivating stage presence and bold fashion.

However, two of her outfits quickly became the center of controversy, sparking heated discussions online.

For performances of songs like Damn Right, ZEN, and Seoul City, Jennie wore a daring cut-out crop top paired with layered, high-slit shorts that revealed her undergarments. While Jennie is known for her trendsetting fashion, some fans felt that this outfit was overly provocative.

Critics argued that the combination of revealing cut-outs and visible undergarments made the look appear too excessive, with some saying it didn’t match the refined yet sultry style she was known for during her BLACKPINK days. Others defended Jennie, saying she was simply embracing her own artistic vision and breaking away from traditional K-pop expectations.

Another outfit that raised eyebrows was her stage look for Filter, where Jennie wore a form-fitting white jumpsuit with a plunging neckline. The outfit highlighted her slim figure, but due to the thin fabric and bright stage lights, her black undergarments were clearly visible.

Fans were divided—some praised Jennie’s confidence and fearless fashion choices, while others felt the outfit was too risky, especially since it created unflattering creases and potential wardrobe malfunctions as she moved.

Some netizens even questioned if her stylists were deliberately pushing the boundaries of sexy fashion, blurring the line between bold and inappropriate.

This isn’t the first time a K-pop idol has faced backlash over revealing stage outfits. BLACKPINK’s Lisa also came under fire in 2024 for wearing short outfits during her solo fan meetings. While Western audiences tend to be more accepting of bold fashion, Jennie’s latest looks have still sparked controversy.

Despite the mixed reactions, Jennie remains unapologetic about her style. With The Ruby Experience just getting started, fans are now wondering—will her next looks continue to push the envelope, or will she tone it down?

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Seo Ye Ji is facing major backlash after her surprising appearance on SNL Korea 7.

On April 12, Seo Ye Ji made her long-awaited return to variety shows by guest-starring on Coupang Play's SNL Korea Season 7.

Before the show started, she made jaws drop by joking, "I'll gaslight the SNL crew and make it fun," referencing her own past controversies.

During the "Seo Ye GPT" segment, Seo Ye Ji played an AI that helped Kim Won Hoon nail a company presentation. She then made a sharp comment, saying, "The truly embarrassing thing is sitting quietly and being talked about behind your back. I've experienced that a lot," hinting at the criticism she’s faced.

In the "Eve Hair Salon" skit, Seo Ye Ji acted as a salon director and joked about her past "Kim Ddak Ddak" scandal, where she was accused of controlling her then-boyfriend Kim Jung Hyun. When a character mentioned her stiff neck, she responded, "It's firm," making everyone laugh but also stirring mixed feelings.

Fans were shocked to see Seo Ye Ji using her past scandals as comedy material, especially since it’s been eight years since her last variety show appearance. Many pointed out that joking about serious accusations like gaslighting and academic fraud might have gone too far.

The controversy over Seo Ye Ji’s education also came back into the spotlight. She had previously claimed she studied abroad in Spain, but in 2021 it was revealed she never actually attended the university she mentioned.

Her agency explained she was accepted but didn’t attend because of her career in Korea, but many netizens weren’t convinced.

On SNL Korea, Seo Ye Ji even played a character who lied about her past to impress a boyfriend, making fans think of her real-life academic background scandal.

After the episode aired, reactions online exploded. Some comments included, "Falsifying academic background is a crime," "This was too much," "It was funny though," "Let’s forgive it since it’s black comedy," and "Why was Seo Ye Ji the first guest?"

Seo Ye Ji’s bold jokes have definitely split public opinion, with some calling it brave and others saying it only reopened old wounds.

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