In a cover story interview with 'Harper's BAZAAR,' Blackpink's Jennie explained why she apologized for vaping indoors and said she understood why her fans were "upset."

Blackpink's Jennie drew mixed reactions on social media after personally addressing her recent indoor vaping incident. In an interview for Harper Bazaar, Jennie was asked why she apologized for the incident,

JENNIE doesn’t shut down when it comes to taking accountability. After a video of her vaping indoors sparked backlash this summer, the BLACKPINK star issued an apology almost immediately — and in her new Harper’s Bazaar cover story interview published Thursday (Sept. 19), she explains why.

BLACKPINK's Jennie addresses the backlash from a vaping incident in an interview with Harper’s Bazaar. She reflects on the complexities of managing fame and personal choices, acknowledging cultural sensitivities and fans' concerns.

After facing significant backlash for vaping indoors—illegal in many countries, including South Korea—and blowing smoke towards her stylist's face, BLACKPINK's Jennie issued a public apology for her actions.

In July, a video of BLACKPINK's Jennie vaping indoors sparked controversy. She vaped while getting her makeup done and blew smoke towards the staff.