BLACKPINK’s Jennie faces backlash for her solo debut at Coachella 2025: 'It was a pain to watch'

On April 13, 2025, BLACKPINK’s Jennie made a dazzling solo debut at Coachella, captivating the crowd on the Sahara stage, while fellow member Lisa performed separately at The Outdoor Theatre. Fans had eagerly awaited Jennie’s first solo appearance at the iconic music festival, and the excitement was palpable. Social media buzzed with hashtags like #JenChella and #JennieIsHere, which quickly trended across platforms.

However, despite the overwhelming enthusiasm, some viewers raised concerns online, suggesting that Jennie may have lip-synced parts of her performance, sparking debate about the authenticity of her live vocals.

Reddit threads and fan forums were ablaze post-performance. While some commended her charisma and fashion-forward visuals, critics pointed to inconsistent vocals and suggested heavy reliance on lip-syncing.

Another comment read, "Her set was below mid, it was a pain to watch. I could tell she just likes to be famous but doesn't actually want to put in the work a decent pop star should. My twt feed is also flooded with videos from her concerts where she barely sang and the choreos were wack. Spending money on that type of show is a waste. Atp, she should just be a vlogger influencer her fans would eat it up the way they eat up whatever she dishes out."