Now a Global Superstar, Jennie BLACKPINK Opens Up About Her Tough Trainee Days

Kapanlagi.com - Jennie BLACKPINK recently shared her challenging trainee experience on Jung Jae Hyung's YouTube channel. In the video released on March 9, she describes her career journey from her trainee days to becoming a global superstar.

Starting her trainee period at YG Entertainment at the age of 14, Jennie had to face various challenges and strict evaluations. Her six-year struggle shaped her into a resilient person committed to her dreams.

1. The Challenging Journey to Becoming a Trainee

Jennie began her trainee period after returning from New Zealand, leaving behind the education she had pursued since the age of 10. The six years of training she underwent at YG Entertainment became a very tough phase for her.

During that time, Jennie had to face very competitive evaluations, where her friends were eliminated one by one. She expressed that the evaluation process was not just about numbers, but also about losing her close friends.

2. Uncertainty and Mental Resilience

In the video, Jennie conveyed that to survive in the competitive music industry, she needed to build mental resilience. She realized that a competitive mindset made her see others as rivals, not as friends.

Jennie noted, "When we were young, we learned a lot about giving and receiving affection. However, being a trainee is only about competition. I started to think, 'If that person doesn’t succeed, then I have to succeed.'"

3. Sadness and Strong Determination

Although feeling sad seeing friends go, Jennie remains determined not to give up. She remembers how hard it was to wipe away tears and keep moving forward despite losing her loved ones.

"It feels sad when close friends leave, but I have to wipe away my tears and keep moving forward," Jennie expressed. She feels that debuting is the only right choice, even willing to leave school to achieve her dreams.

4. Transformation from Trainee to Star

After six years of struggle, Jennie finally debuted with BLACKPINK in 2016. Since then, she has not only showcased her talent as a singer but also as a global icon in the K-Pop world.

Her success didn't stop there. This year, Jennie began her solo journey by releasing the album Ruby, further solidifying her position in the global music industry.

5. Inspiration from Jennie's Struggle

Jennie's journey is a real example that hard work and mental resilience can lead someone to achieve their dreams. From a trainee who had to struggle in fierce competition, she has now become one of the most influential K-Pop icons in the world.

With all her achievements, Jennie not only inspires fans but also shows that nothing is impossible if we work hard.

(kpl/rsp)