Leaked Kissing Photo of Jennie and V Goes Viral, Netizens Debunk It Instantly
K-pop fandoms were in a frenzy this past week after an alleged leaked photo of BLACKPINK’s Jennie and BTS’s V kissing began circulating on X (formerly Twitter) — only to be debunked shortly after as fake news.
Leaked Kissing Photo Goes Viral
The image, posted by an anonymous individual claiming to be a former YG Entertainment employee, quickly gained traction. The supposed leaker, who has been releasing “insider” content tied to YG and other major companies, claimed to have several photos of Jennie and V together, including the now-viral kissing photo.
With over 300,000 hits, the post reignited rumors about the pair, who had previously been at the center of dating speculation due to alleged photo leaks in past years.
Sharp-Eyed Fans Expose the Truth
Despite the initial buzz, K-pop fans were quick to spot something off. One user noted that the image looked identical to a well-known paparazzi shot of Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk.
The original photo — showing the two Hollywood stars kissing — had previously made headlines in international media. A side-by-side comparison revealed that the viral image had simply been manipulated to resemble Jennie and V, likely using AI or editing software.
The speed at which the rumor spread — and just as quickly got debunked — reflects the ongoing issue of false narratives in the K-pop community, especially involving top-tier idols like Jennie and V.
Fans are now urging others to be more cautious and critical of “leaks” from unverifiable sources, especially as manipulated media becomes more common. As of now, neither YG Entertainment nor HYBE has issued a statement regarding the photo — and given how swiftly it was disproven, they may not need to.
