BLACKPINK’s Jennie Struggles HotOnes Challenge, Praises Jisoo Potential

BLACKPINK's Jennie appeared on the popular interview series 'Hot Ones' in June 2025, where she faced the challenge of answering questions while eating increasingly spicy chicken wings. Despite initially confident and dismissive of the spice, Jennie struggled intensely as the heat escalated, eventually crying for help and needing to take breaks, which led to a viral moment showcasing her candid and humorous reactions. During the interview, she discussed her latest solo album 'Ruby,' inspired by Shakespeare and her seven years in BLACKPINK, emphasizing her artistic battles and the message behind the music. Jennie also encouraged fellow BLACKPINK member Jisoo, who was her original spice mentor during their trainee days, to take on the Hot Ones challenge next, sparking fan excitement and anticipation. Her appearance followed those of bandmates Rosé and Lisa, who both completed the challenge, with Jennie becoming the third member to participate and complete the fiery gauntlet. The episode highlighted Jennie's resilience and charm, further endearing her to fans worldwide as clips of her experience trended across social media.