On April 13, 2025, BLACKPINK’s
Jennie
wowed the crowd at
Coachella
as she made her much-awaited solo debut at the iconic music festival. Her performance marked the end of the first weekend’s K-pop lineup, and excitement had been building for hours before she even stepped on stage. The hashtag "#Jenchella" had been trending for much of the day, showing just how eagerly fans were waiting for her show.
When Jennie finally appeared, the crowd’s reaction made it clear she was one of the night’s most anticipated acts. She performed a mix of upbeat songs, such as “Mantra,” and slower tracks like “F.T.S.” and “Damn Right.” Fans were especially surprised and excited when singer Kali Uchis joined Jennie for a live collaboration on stage.
What caught the attention of many viewers and netizens, however, was Jennie’s strong live vocals. Despite performing for over 45 minutes, she maintained her energy and vocal quality—something even groups find challenging. People praised not only her singing but also her stage presence, noting how confidently she commanded the entire performance. Fans shared their reactions online, calling her a “true performer” and admiring her ability to shine as both a solo artist and a member of BLACKPINK.
Meanwhile, fans of NCT 127 were also treated to a heartwarming new episode of Johnny’s Communication Center, featuring
Johnny
and Doyoung preparing a surprise album listening party for
Mark
. This new video brought back warm memories, as it was the first time in six years that Johnny and Doyoung had been seen teaming up like this, reminding fans of their old “Target” days.
The episode showed them shopping for party decorations and snacks, even buying matching pajama pants just for fun. Doyoung appeared quite nervous as they prepared everything, hoping the surprise would go well. Once it was all set up, they sent their managers to invite Mark to the party.
Mark was genuinely touched when he saw what his members had done for him. They all listened to the album together and gave their honest feedback afterward. Doyoung expressed deep admiration for Mark’s effort, saying the album made him reflect on his own work ethic. He shared that it was the kind of project that deserved attention and recognition. Johnny agreed, saying that Mark had poured his heart into the album.
They ended the night on a joyful note with a spontaneous dance session, celebrating both their friendship and Mark’s hard work.
These two moments—from Jennie’s powerful performance at Coachella to the touching support between NCT 127 members—highlight how much K-pop stars continue to inspire and impress their fans worldwide.
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