BLACKPINK’s Jennie faced backlash at the 2025 Met Gala themed “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” A leaked pre-debut video showed her singing a song containing the N‑word, prompting criticism that she ignored the event’s cultural significance. Fans and media called for a public apology due to the lapse, especially given the evening’s focus on celebrating Black fashion elle.com+1indiatimes.com+1.