{"id":360496,"date":"2025-12-20T13:28:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-20T13:28:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/360496\/"},"modified":"2025-12-20T13:28:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-20T13:28:07","slug":"jennie-thanks-fans-in-acceptance-speech-at-the-mma-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/360496\/","title":{"rendered":"JENNIE Thanks Fans in Acceptance Speech at the MMA 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

JENNIE<\/a> delivered one of the most talked-about moments of the 2025 Melon Music Awards<\/a>, combining fashion, poise, and heartfelt gratitude. Held at Seoul\u2019s Gocheok Sky Dome, MMA 2025 celebrated the artists who defined the past year in K-pop, and JENNIE stood firmly at the center of that conversation.<\/p>\n

The BLACKPINK<\/a> star first commanded attention on the red carpet, arriving in a striking black and white ensemble anchored by an oversized sculptural skirt. The look immediately set social media alight. Moments later, she returned to the spotlight in a contrasting white gown as she accepted the Millions Top 10 award. As clips circulated online, \u201cJENNIE TAKES OVER MMA\u201d surged across X, reflecting the scale of fan reaction worldwide.<\/p>\n

Her acceptance speech brought a quieter, emotional contrast to the spectacle. Speaking directly to fans, JENNIE expressed deep appreciation for their continued support. \u201cThanks to all of you, I\u2019m standing here today having received two awards,\u201d she said. \u201cI truly miss you, Blinks, and I\u2019m so thankful that you allowed me to receive an award at such a meaningful occasion.\u201d She closed by promising to continue growing into an artist worthy of that trust.<\/p>\n

The win capped a landmark year defined by her solo debut album, Ruby<\/a>. Released on March 7, 2025, via Odd Atelier and Columbia Records, the project marked her first full-length release since departing YG Entertainment as a solo artist in 2023. JENNIE co-wrote and co-produced the album alongside El Guincho, Diplo, and Mike Will Made It, crafting a cohesive blend of pop, hip-hop, and R&B with cinematic ambition.<\/p>\n

Ruby featured an eclectic lineup of collaborators, including Childish Gambino, Doechii, Dominic Fike, FKJ, Dua Lipa, and Kali Uchis. The album sold over one million copies worldwide and earned widespread critical acclaim. Commercially, the project set new benchmarks. It debuted in the top ten across 19 countries and recorded more than 660,000 first-week sales in South Korea, the highest of the year for a K-pop female soloist. In the UK, Ruby entered at number three, making it the highest-charting album by a K-pop female solo artist.<\/p>\n

Singles including \u201cMantra,\u201d \u201cLove Hangover,\u201d \u201cExtraL,\u201d \u201cLike Jennie,\u201d and \u201cHandlebars\u201d extended the album\u2019s reach globally. \u201cMantra\u201d peaked at number three on the Billboard Global 200, while \u201cLike Jennie\u201d became her third Circle Digital Chart number one. Each track crossed into the Global 200 and the US Billboard Hot 100.<\/p>\n

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