BLACKPINK member Jennie is caught in controversy after being spotted allegedly smoking indoors while overseas. Captured from online community Netizens criticize inconsiderate behavior despite overseas laws By KTimes BLACKPINK member Jennie is embroiled in controversy after being spotted allegedly smoking indoors while overseas. Various online communities rapidly spread a video that appeared to show Jennie smoking indoors on Monday.
In the video, Jennie is receiving makeup and hair touch-ups from staff. During this process, she is seen holding an object presumed to be an electronic cigarette, taking a puff and exhaling smoke. This footage was part of Jennie's YouTube vlog posted on July 2, but the scene has since been deleted.
According to the National Health Promotion Act, office buildings and mixed-use buildings with a floor area of 1,000 square meters or more are designated as non-smoking areas. Smoking indoors in these areas can result in a fine of up to 100,000 won ($80). However, since Jennie was overseas at the time, domestic laws do not apply.
Despite this, there has been significant criticism that Jennie's actions were inconsiderate of the staff attending to her face and hair. Netizens in online communities have been sharply criticizing Jennie, with comments such as, "Do celebrities think indoor smoking is standard?" and "Even if you want to smoke, hold off." 'Complaint with Korean Embassy in Italy' Separately, other media outlets reported that a netizen identified as.
