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BLACKPINK’s Jennie has once again ignited intense speculation among fans following a carefully timed return to Instagram on June 9. The post, which featured behind-the-scenes photos from her Seoul City music video, came after an extended social media silence. But more notably, it landed just one day before BTS’ V (Kim Taehyung) was officially discharged from his military duties on June 10—a detail fans were quick to link together.
Jennie had not promoted Seoul City or her Ruby solo activities online for weeks. Since wrapping up her Coachella appearances and finishing the Ruby promotion cycle in April, the idol had remained under the radar. So her reappearance—showcasing previously unseen images from an older project—felt anything but random to her observant followers. For fans already familiar with past rumors linking Jennie and V romantically, the sudden return added another layer of intrigue.
One point that’s been heavily discussed is the “Mr. General” lyric from Seoul City. Jennie delivers the line with a playful salute, and while the video was released earlier, the post’s timing has led many to believe it was a subtle gesture aimed at V, who held an officer position during his service. Adding to the theory, a large “T” spotted in the background of one of her photos has been interpreted as a symbolic reference to Taehyung—though interpretations remain speculative.
Not long after Jennie’s update, V returned from a personal trip to Japan on July 1. However, fans weren’t just tracking his movements—they were scrutinizing his airport fashion. V was spotted with a scarf draped casually over his bag, one that looked remarkably similar to the one Jennie wore upon returning from Coachella. Additionally, he wore a set of headphones from a brand Jennie had collaborated with previously. For shippers, these details hinted at ongoing personal ties between the two stars.
Still, not everyone is convinced. Critics were quick to debunk the more romantic interpretations, pointing out that V’s headphones were part of a 2023 campaign, and the scarf had been seen in his wardrobe long before the Jennie rumors began. From their perspective, these overlapping elements could be coincidental, or simply the result of two global stars sharing similar tastes in high-end fashion and accessories.
With no public comment from either artist or their respective agencies, the buzz remains entirely speculative. Yet the persistence of these rumors speaks to the ongoing fascination surrounding Jennie and V—not just as celebrities, but as cultural icons whose every move is watched, analyzed, and interpreted by millions. Whether these clues point to something real or are just figments of fan imagination, one thing is clear: both Jennie and V continue to capture the public’s attention, even when they say nothing at all.