On April 10, 2025, the popular esports account @SamLeakss on social media sparked excitement among fans by suggesting a potential collaboration between BLACKPINK’s Jennie and the renowned video game Fortnite. This post comes just days before Jennie’s highly anticipated solo debut performance at Coachella on April 13, 2025, fueling speculation about what this partnership could entail.
There are vast possibilities with this collaboration, including customized K-pop-inspired character skins, unique emotes, and perhaps even a virtual concert experience within the game. Fans are eagerly imagining how Jennie’s latest hit “JENNIE,”along with its captivating choreography, could be incorporated into Fortnite’s immersive environments, blending music and gaming in an unprecedented way.
The idea of having the BLACKPINK rapper featured in Fortnite has triggered a wave of creative excitement, leading to an outpouring of fan art and conceptual videos online. One enthusiastic fan even responded to @SamLeakss with the hopeful request:
“God please let this happen and be like jennie or extraL choreo.”
As the rumors gain traction, both K-pop aficionados and Fortnite gamers have eagerly expressed their anticipation for the possibility of Jennie’s emote debuting in the popular game. One fan remarked:
“That’s awesome news, can’t wait to see it!”a fan wrote.
Another expressed excitement by sharing:
“OMG I JUST TALKED ABOUT MANTRAAAAA,”another added.
Responses like these filled social media, with many fans sharing their delight at the mere thought of this collaboration:
“PAUSE EVERYONE JENNIE EMOTE ON FORNITE FOR COACHELLA,”a fan remarked.
“WHOOO WANNA GET A ROYALE VICTORY LIKE JENNIE,”another fan reacted.
“I don’t play fortnite but yes jennie get that bag!”a netizen wrote.
Exploring BLACKPINK’s Jennie’s Solo Debut and New Album ‘Ruby’
Jennie’s solo performance at Coachella marks an important milestone, as she will take the stage on April 13 and April 20, becoming one of the few members to perform solo at the festival without the rest of BLACKPINK. This year’s Coachella will be Jennie’s third appearance, bringing her back to a stage previously graced by BLACKPINK in 2019, where they made history as the first K-pop girl group to perform, and again in 2023.
Her debut album, ‘Ruby,’ officially released on March 7, 2025, comprises 15 tracks featuring collaborations with notable artists such as Childish Gambino, Dua Lipa, Kali Uchis, and Dominic Fike. The lead single, “Mantra,” showcases empowering messages bolstered by dynamic production. Another standout track, “Love Hangover,” featuring Dominic Fike, offers insight into the complexities of turbulent relationships, while the high-energy anthem “ExtraL,” featuring Doechii, promotes female empowerment.
Commercially, ‘Ruby’ has made a significant impact, debuting in the top ten charts across 19 countries, including the Netherlands, South Korea, Germany, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States. Impressively, the album sold over 660,000 copies in its first week in South Korea alone, setting a remarkable new record for a K-pop female solo artist in 2025.
As Coachella 2025 approaches, fans are eagerly counting down to Jennie’s headlining performance on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at 7:45 PM PT.