On April 24, a close-up photo of Jennie’s feet taken at a “0.5 angle” spread rapidly across social media—but not in a positive way. The image sparked a flood of body-shaming comments, with some netizens criticizing her feet as “rough,” “deformed,” or unusually long. Some even went as far as to label her as having “the ugliest feet” among female idols in the Korean entertainment industry.

As the discussion escalated, many fans and observers stepped in to defend the BLACKPINK member. They argued that it was unfair for Jennie—often dubbed the “most powerful beauty in the world”—to be targeted over such trivial details, especially when the criticism appeared exaggerated and malicious.

Supporters also pointed out that Jennie has never hidden her feet and frequently shares photos showing them on social media. The so-called “strange” appearance in the viral image was likely due to lens distortion from the 0.5 camera angle, which can elongate features unnaturally. In other everyday photos and magazine shoots, her feet appear completely normal and proportionate.

Some netizens further noted that given Jennie’s height of 1.63 meters, a shoe size around 38–39 would be natural for balance. Criticizing her for not having smaller feet, such as size 35–36, was described as unreasonable and unrealistic.

A Recurring Target of Online Hate

This is not the first time Jennie’s appearance has been subjected to harsh scrutiny. In November 2024, images of her wearing biker shorts and a cropped sports top for a Vogue feature also drew negative attention. A particular screenshot highlighting her slightly protruding lower abdomen went viral, accompanied by mocking captions.

At the time, fans quickly defended her, explaining that such body features are normal—especially after eating or when the body is relaxed. They emphasized that Jennie maintains a healthy and fit physique, countering the unrealistic beauty standards often imposed on idols.

Previously, Jennie also faced criticism from international netizens for wearing a black-and-white outfit to a colleague’s wedding. However, fans clarified that such attire aligns with Korean cultural norms, where guests typically dress in subdued tones to show respect to the bride and groom and avoid overshadowing them.

Despite repeated controversies, Jennie continues to face intense scrutiny, highlighting the ongoing issue of online harassment in the entertainment industry.

Sources: kenh14