BLACKPINK's JENNIE reveals MV partner Kai in new teaser

The identity of the "mysterious man" who set BLACKPINK's JENNIE's SNS ablaze has been confirmed as the model appearing in her new single's music video.

On the 21st, OA Entertainment released a teaser poster for JENNIE's new solo single 'Less than a Lover' via its official SNS. The reveal also identified the man behind the online speculation as Kai, a Taiwanese model active in Korea, finally resolving fans' curiosity.

The speculation began on the 18th when JENNIE posted a Polaroid photo to her SNS story. In the image, JENNIE was leaning on a man's shoulder, though his face was obscured by a heart sticker. This sparked various theories among fans, ranging from whether the post signaled a personal relationship to whether it was a spoiler for a new project.

Some fans had already suggested the individual might be model Kai, citing his hairstyle, physique, and the SNS activity of OA Entertainment officials. The release of this teaser confirms that those speculations were indeed part of the music video promotion.

The teaser image captures JENNIE looking out the window of a moving truck at a summer landscape. The cinematic direction and her signature relaxed atmosphere heighten anticipation, hinting at the emotional vibe of the upcoming track.

'Less than a Lover,' scheduled for release on the 24th at 1 PM, is an emotional summer song built on Lo-fi guitar riffs and vintage electric keyboard sounds. Moving away from the intense performances of her previous solo work, this track showcases deeper vocals and more delicate emotions.

JENNIE took an active role in this project, participating not only in songwriting but also in the music video direction and overall production, further cementing her unique identity as a solo artist.

The song has already seen successful previews at global music festivals, including 'The Governors Ball Music Festival 2026' in the US and 'Mad Cool Festival' in Spain, where it received enthusiastic responses from live audiences. As concert fancams and short-form videos went viral, fan demand for an official music release grew, leading to this single's upcoming launch.

Following the release, JENNIE is set to continue her global momentum with performances at world-renowned festivals, including 'Lollapalooza Chicago' and Japan's 'Summer Sonic 2026'.