GOT7 Reacts to BamBam’s Dating Rumors with BLACKPINK’s Jennie, “We’re Somewhat Acquainted”
On January 20, a video featuring boy group GOT7, who recently returned with “PYTHON”, was published on the YouTube channel “1theK Originals”.
In this video, past images of GOT7’s BamBam and BLACKPINK’s Jennie going out to eat together, which sparked dating rumors between the two are brought up, drawing reactions from the GOT7 members.
Particularly, as the rumors were mentioned, BamBam immediate insisted, “It’s not a romantic relationship. We could go out and eat together”, before showing his frustration by saying, “They always think I’m dating when I’m with someone”.
Then, BamBam continued to explain that GOT7 and BLACKPINK were “somewhat acquainted” since they were trainees, adding, “We’ve been close friends since a long time ago, so we can go out and eat together”.
Meanwhile, other GOT7 members couldn’t help but laugh at the false rumors.
On the other hand, previously on September 17, BLACKPINK’s Jennie was spotted sharing a meal with GOT7’s BamBam at the popular Los Angeles restaurant Sushi Park. The Instagram post that first broke the news included hashtags with both Jennie and BamBam’s names, hinting at a friendly gathering alongside other friends and mentions of the other BLACKPINK members.
Shortly after the post went viral, more photos emerged, confirming BamBam’s presence. The GOT7 star has been in Los Angeles following his performance at the Krazy Super Concert on September 14 and 15, making their outing even more intriguing—and leading fans to wonder if there’s more than just friendship between the two idols.
This unexpected sighting has sparked rumors about a possible romance between Jennie and BamBam, especially given how rarely third-generation K-pop idols are seen together these days. Fans were also quick to point out BamBam’s close friendship with BLACKPINK’s Lisa, as both hail from Thailand and have shared a deep bond over the years. The connection between BamBam and Lisa only adds fuel to the fire, as netizens speculate whether their ties have paved the way for a potential relationship between Jennie and BamBam.
Adding to the mystery, some fans have suggested that the outing could be linked to Jennie’s solo activities. BamBam, who hosts the YouTube show Bam House, regularly invites idols making comebacks to appear on his program, prompting speculation about a possible collaboration.
Whether it’s a sign of a budding romance or simply a friendly meal, fans are buzzing with excitement over the interaction between Jennie and BamBam. Regardless of the reason for their meetup, it’s clear that the two stars enjoyed each other’s company, leaving fans eager to see what might come next.