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V (Kim Taehyung) of BTS and BLACKPINK’s Jennie have once again become the focus of renewed dating speculation—and fan outrage—following a controversial comment by Paris-based photographer Amar Taoualit. Known for previously leaking the now-infamous 2022 photo allegedly showing the pair holding hands in Paris, Taoualit is back in the spotlight after posting new content from V’s recent visit to the city for Paris Fashion Week.
What sparked the latest wave of backlash was a comment exchange under his post. When a follower jokingly requested, “Please catch him with Jennie again,” the photographer replied, “We try to work on it next time don’t worry.” Though brief, the remark stirred immediate uproar among fans, many of whom interpreted it as an open declaration to resume surveillance-style efforts against the artists.
The reaction was swift and overwhelmingly negative. Fans from both BTS’ ARMY and BLACKPINK’s BLINK fandoms condemned the photographer’s behavior, labeling it as “sasaeng-like” and a clear violation of the artists’ right to privacy. Many emphasized that entertainers, no matter how globally recognized, should be entitled to personal boundaries, especially while off-duty or attending unrelated professional events.
Critics accused the photographer of exploiting the artists for attention and clicks, with some calling for legal action. Several fans began circulating a Google form titled “V stalking report,” encouraging others to document the photographer’s actions. Their goal is to submit the compiled reports to HYBE LABELS, urging the company to take legal steps to prevent future invasions of privacy.
Since the original 2022 photo leak, both HYBE and YG Entertainment have remained largely silent about the nature of V and Jennie’s relationship, offering no confirmations or outright denials. The neutrality has left space for endless fan speculation, with alleged “lovestagram” posts and matching fashion items only adding fuel to the rumor mill.
While some fans continue to support the possibility of a relationship between the two stars, most agree that even if such a relationship exists, it’s their personal matter—not fodder for public intrusion or paparazzi stunts.
As of now, neither HYBE nor YG has responded to Taoualit’s recent remark. However, with fans actively rallying for official intervention, the pressure may soon mount on both agencies to take a firmer stance in protecting their artists’ privacy.