BLACKPINK member Jennie shared a photo on Instagram with a mysterious man, whose face was obscured by a white heart emoji. This instantly sparked all sorts of speculation about the man's identity; some also believe it could be a hint for an upcoming music video for her song "Less Than a Lover."
White Heart Hides Mystery Man's Face, IG Photo Sparks Speculation
According to the original report, on July 19th KST, Jennie uploaded a photo with a mysterious man on Instagram, but the man's face was covered by a white heart emoji. As soon as the photo was released, many netizens immediately focused on "who exactly is he?"
One X post directly expressed surprise in the text, while another interpreted the photo as a "soft launching," steering the discussion towards relationship speculation.
Others Point to New MV; "Less Than a Lover" Becomes a Clue
However, another school of thought suggests that Jennie isn't just sharing a casual photo, but rather teasing an upcoming music video for "Less Than a Lover." Therefore, the identity of the mystery man is being linked to an actor she might have invited to star in it.
Byeon Woo Seok Also Named; Netizens Suggest Similarities
Among the various theories, some believe the man in the photo could be Byeon Woo Seok, citing his similar appearance on X and the fact that Jennie had met him during the Golden Disc Awards. However, the original report only compiled netizens' speculations and has not confirmed the man's identity.
A single photo with a hidden face has led to discussions ranging from relationship speculation to potential MV actors. As for who the mystery man truly is, we'll have to wait for Jennie or relevant parties to reveal more.
