BlackPink’s Jennie Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Song Similarities
BlackPink’s Jennie has recently found herself at the center of a new controversy surrounding her latest single, ‘Like Jennie,’ released on 7 March. The song has stirred up quite a debate online, with some social media users pointing out striking similarities between Jennie’s track and a well-known Bollywood song.
Fans of Bollywood quickly noticed that the introduction theme of Jennie’s song bears a resemblance to the introductory music of Indian actress Alia Bhatt’s character, Rani, from the 2023 film ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani.’ Allegations arose that the instrumental portion of Jennie’s track was directly copied from the Bollywood song, sparking discussions and comparisons between the two pieces.
The Controversy Unfolds
Following the release of the teaser for ‘Like Jennie,’ videos began circulating online that directly compared the two songs side by side. The focus of these comparisons centered around the phrasing and melody of both tracks, especially when Jennie’s name is repeated in her song, echoing the iconic ‘Rani’s Entrance’ music from the Bollywood film.
While some fans argue that the similarities are merely a coincidence, others are not so quick to give Jennie the benefit of the doubt. Social media buzzed with debates, with some users accusing Jennie of plagiarism, claiming that she thought she could get away with copying an Indian song without being noticed.
In a curious turn of events, Prime Video India took a jab at Jennie in a now-deleted post, featuring a still of Alia Bhatt’s character, Rani, and captioning it in a way that seemed to allude to the controversy. This move by Prime Video India sparked backlash from BlackPink’s fans, who demanded apologies and even called for a boycott of the streaming service.
Pritam Stands Up for Jennie
Despite the mounting allegations, Jennie has remained silent on the issue. However, Pritam Chakraborty, the composer of the Bollywood song in question, has come to her defense. Drawing from his own experiences with plagiarism claims, Pritam emphasized the inevitability of minor similarities in music and urged for a more positive discussion around such matters.
In an Instagram post, Pritam highlighted that similarities in music are not uncommon and should not always be viewed as intentional copying. He pointed out that names like ‘Rani’ and ‘Jennie’ naturally rhyme, leading to a similar flow in one phrase without indicating plagiarism. Pritam’s stance underscored the interconnected nature of the music industry and the propensity for artists to inadvertently share creative ideas.
BlackPink’s History with Plagiarism Allegations
Interestingly, this is not the first time that BlackPink has faced accusations of plagiarism. Previous instances involving other group members have also stirred controversy and discussions among fans and critics alike.
In 2024, Lisa came under fire for allegedly mimicking a visual concept from Travis Scott’s music video in her own ‘Rockstar’ video. The similarities between specific shots in the two videos sparked debates over whether Lisa was inspired by Scott’s work or had crossed the line into imitation.
Similarly, Rosé and Bruno Mars faced criticism for their collaboration on ‘APT,’ with comparisons drawn to an unreleased song by American artist Poppy. These incidents have added to the growing list of plagiarism allegations that have followed BlackPink throughout their career, highlighting the challenges of navigating creativity and influence in the music industry.
In conclusion, the controversy surrounding Jennie’s new single has once again brought the issue of plagiarism to the forefront, prompting discussions about artistic inspiration, creative boundaries, and the complex nature of music creation in a globalized world. As the debate rages on, it remains to be seen how Jennie and BlackPink will address the allegations and move forward in the face of scrutiny and controversy.
