During an interview with i-D magazine, BLACKPINK’s Rosé was unexpectedly asked about the ongoing feud between NewJeans and their label HYBE. While Rosé remained neutral in her response, the interviewer’s choice of words sparked mixed reactions among fans and netizens.
Rosé’s Neutral Response
In the interview, which covered a variety of topics including Rosé’s upcoming solo release, Rosie, and her responses to criticism, the subject of NewJeans’ tension with HYBE came up. The interviewer inquired about the “feud” between the two, specifically focusing on NewJeans’ revolt against the company due to the departure of Min Hee Jin as their executive producer.
Despite the sensitive nature of the question, Rosé handled it with grace, expressing her admiration for NewJeans and focusing on positive remarks. Rosé, who was in the middle of eating Tasmanian sea trout, gave a small shake of her head and said:
“I want to talk about positive things. I love those girls so much.”
Her neutral stance, emphasizing love and positivity, stood in contrast to the negative tone of the question. The interview response was widely shared online, with many netizens praising Rosé for her professionalism and poise.
Netizens React
While Rosé’s kind response to the question was appreciated, the way the question was framed by the reporter sparked criticism. Some fans felt that it was inappropriate to ask her about a sensitive industry conflict during an interview primarily focused on her career.
Rosé was asked about the Newjeans feud with their company and said, “I want to talk about positive things. I love those girls so much.” Rosé supporting and loving NewJeans 🥺🤍 pic.twitter.com/qWKTWMdTzP
“i want to talk about positive things. i love those girls so much.” 😭 the reporter is so unprofessional but rosé loves newjeans and that’s all that matters! pic.twitter.com/yiRPrK8oeL
Several netizens expressed frustration with the timing of the question, stating that it detracted from the focus of the interview and shifted attention away from Rosé’s upcoming projects.
The Broader Context
The tension between NewJeans and HYBE has been one of the most talked-about topics in the K-pop industry recently. The group’s protest against the company following Min Hee Jin’s departure has stirred public discussions, making it a sensitive subject within the K-pop community. Rosé’s comments on the matter reflect her desire to keep the conversation positive despite the ongoing feud.
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