BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s Sexual Dance In “The Idol” Nominated For the Emmys

On July 17, the series “The Idol“, produced by HBO, features music star Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, model and actress Lily-Rose Depp (daughter of Johnny Depp), and BLACKPINK member Jennie, received a nomination for the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards in the category of “Outstanding Choreography”.

Choreography is one of the standout and controversial aspects of “The Idol,” being considered overly sensual. Particularly, Jennie’s performance scenes with male dancers and her provocative costumes in the film have been deemed suggestive, making viewers blush. At the time, many questioned why such a popular idol like Jennie would agree to participate in a series that conveys such a skewed message about the music industry and the role of women.

Previously, “The Idol” had a shocking debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023, receiving numerous negative comments about its sensitive and shocking content. When it aired on television, “The Idol” further upset viewers, creating intense debates. Jennie’s fans were also disappointed by her limited screen time, unconvincing acting, and the odd, confusing character setup. On Rotten Tomatoes, a world-renowned movie review site, the series has a freshness index of only 19%. In a nutshell, the show is considered unappealing. In response to the backlash, HBO decided not to produce additional seasons of “The Idol.”

According to The Wrap, at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards, “The Idol” will compete against other nominees from shows like “Only Murders in the Building,” “Palm Royale,” and “Physical.” Currently, “The Idol” has a slight edge and may potentially bring home a golden statue for HBO.

Source: K14