Jennie from the K-pop group BLACKPINK has sparked mixed reactions with her portrayal of Dyanne in the season finale of HBO’s The Idol. This has led netizens to debate the storyline and treatment of her character.
Jennie’s character Dyanne got limited screen time throughout the show’s five-episode first season. But in the finale, Dyanne’s fate turns for the worse as the record label withdraws their offer for her to sing “World Class Sinner” instead of the female lead, Jocelyn (played by Lily-Rose Depp).
Although the record label’s director promises to help her become a star in the future, viewers see the disheartened Dyanne stepping into an elevator as its doors slide closed, a scene symbolizing the backup dancer’s sad fate. She missed her chance to change her luck in the entertainment industry.
On a positive note, some found solace in the ending, interpreting it as a realistic portrayal of the harshness of the entertainment industry. They acknowledged that unforeseen circumstances often derail dreams and result in unfulfilled promises, regardless of one’s talent. They even drew parallels between what happened to Dyanne and Jennie’s prior experience as a singer.
You know what’s the craziest part about the idol?
I know Jennie wasn’t acting like, she prolly goes thru sneaky music industry shit the way the k pop industry moves
— 🦭i need club penguin back (@vainillaenjoyer) July 4, 2023
Although critics bashed the show, Jennie’s performance received defense and praise from BLINKs. They commended her for showcasing her acting skills and daring to do something outside the K-pop industry.
If Jennie was excited for the idol it’s because she was the best part of the show and wanted to show us her acting. I loved watching this side of her every week 🤧🩷🩷
— midoriii⁷⚡SevEN (@jaykayhey13) July 3, 2023
One thing #THEIDOL did was showcase Jennie from BLACKPINK cuz she probably had the least screen time but when I say she ate every scene I mean it! Her subtle acting is top tier.
— Frankie Blanche Devereux (@OldSoulLyn) July 3, 2023
But some simply couldn’t understand why a K-pop star like Jennie signed on to do a minor role in a show that became a lightning rod for controversy. They think Jennie was cast only because HBO higher-ups hoped to rope her loyal fans into watching the show.
Just finished The Idol… don’t waste ur time watching it. It’s just really gross and exploitative and there’s genuinely no point to it. Like there was barely a plot, zero character development. And I’m gonna be honest, they fully used Jennie for her fame to get more views.
— FAIRY (@realfairyfield) July 4, 2023
What do you think of Dyanne’s fate? Do you want to see Jennie do more acting projects? Sound off in the comments.
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