BLACKPINK's Jennie Reflects on Coachella Performance on 'You Quiz on the Block'
On the May 7 episode of tvN's You Quiz on the Block (유 퀴즈 온 더 블럭), superstar Jennie from BLACKPINK shared her experiences after performing at Coachella. She revealed that she spent an impressive 16 months preparing for her set at the iconic music festival. When asked by host Jo Se-ho about Coachella, Jennie described it as one of the largest music festivals in the world, taking place over two weekends in the desert, featuring numerous artists.
During her performance, Jennie delivered a non-stop 50-minute live set, showcasing 13 songs, which led to the coining of the term 'Jencella' to describe her impact at the 2025 Coachella. When asked how she felt after the event, Jennie expressed, "I think this is the first time I've felt truly 'refreshed' in my life. It feels great. I think I can take a break from work for a while."
Jennie candidly admitted that she had watched her performance video a couple of times, saying, "I watched it fully about two times, and then it started trending. I kept going back to it on my phone." She usually avoids monitoring her performances too closely, as she tends to focus on minor details, but she made an exception for Coachella, admitting that while she felt embarrassed, she was proud of her genuine effort.
Host Yoo Jae-suk was amazed by her ability to perform 13 songs in a row without a break and inquired about her preparation. Jennie explained, "I usually struggle to perform fully during rehearsals. I feel like I have a wall when it comes to my stamina. I wanted to overcome that, so I practiced by running while singing for 50 minutes whenever I had the chance, and I also underwent treatment to improve my endurance. This performance was truly a battle with myself."
