TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) member Yeonjun has sparked considerable buzz after sharing his interpretation of BLACKPINK Jennie’s trending “Like Jennie”dance challenge. Posted on March 26, 2025, during their tour across Europe, Yeonjun’s rendition contributed to discussions about K-pop performance styles. While the challenge has been embraced by numerous idols within the industry, reactions to Yeonjun’s performance have been varied.
Many fans lauded his electrifying energy and enthusiasm in performing the routine. However, some viewers felt that his interpretation leaned towards being “excessive,”asserting that he incorporated unnecessary movements into the choreography.
Despite the mixed feedback, Yeonjun’s supporters quickly rallied to his defense. They highlighted his adherence to the original choreography crafted by renowned choreographer Vata. One user on X, @superiorcompIex, remarked:
“some of these qrts… like he is not gonna do the toned down version jennie does bc she sings while performing, it’s obvious he learned it from the official choreographer’s video why do y’all like to be so dense.”
Supporters claimed that the energetic nature of the dance was intentional, asserting that it was not exclusively created for a more feminine presentation. One fan pointed out:
“bgs ruin everything” crowd forgetting the actual dance was choreographed by a man? The dance has ALWAYS been powerful and masculine and he clearly learned the full dance from the choreographer. why are we acting dense all of a sudden,”a fan commented.
“All are so used to your idol doing the bare minimum when it comes to dancing that when an idol go all out it’s “too much” ,”another netizen remarked.
“He really is the 4th Gen IT Boy. Like dayumm, look at that body MOVEEEEE. The freaking charisma. He owns the IT factor,”an admirer commented.
Fans celebrated Yeonjun’s commitment to dynamically embracing various dance trends and emphasized that his performance accurately mirrored the original choreography. One user summed it up:
“doing too much” mind you this is the video of the actual creators of the choreography and edited him on it! he has the same exact moves and energy and ya’ll are just salty your favs can’t/didn’t do the same,”another fan noted.
“One thing about yeonjun he always matches the og choreo energy,”an observer stated.
“yeonjun and vata the main choreographer of like jennie dance comparison. Show them it’s done my jjunnie king,”a participant chimed in.
Popularity of the Like Jennie Challenge among K-pop Idols
BLACKPINK Jennie launched her solo debut track “Like Jennie”on March 7, 2025, which quickly became a sensation, leading to various idols joining in on the dance challenge. Renowned for its vibrant choreography, the challenge has captivated many K-pop stars, each providing their own unique spin.
Artists such as ENHYPEN’s Ni-ki, NCT Dream’s Renjun, ITZY’s Yeji, LE SSERAFIM’s Eunchae, TREASURE’s Doyoung, and Kep1er’s Dayeon were among those who showcased their talents through this lively interpretation.
Moreover, other idols including SHINee’s Key, RIIZE’s Shotaro, &TEAM’s Nicholas, and ZEROBASEONE’s Hanbin have also put their own flair on the performance.
Yeonjun, who debuted with TXT in 2019 under Big Hit Entertainment, has cultivated a reputation as a formidable performer. His solo venture, Ggum, marked a significant milestone in 2024. Following a brief hiatus in December 2024, TXT resumed their activities in February 2025, kicking off their ACT: PROMISE World Tour on March 7 at Inspire Arena in Incheon, with performances scheduled until May, wrapping up in Tokyo. The tour includes international stops in cities like Barcelona, London, Berlin, and Macau.