- Fans claim Like Jennie is similar to Rani’s Intro Theme from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.
- Prime Video India joined the debate but later deleted their post.
- Online discourse turned toxic with racist remarks from some fans.
The plagiarism allegations between BLACKPINK’s Jennie and Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt have ignited a heated debate online. Fans of both sides are clashing over similarities between Like Jennie, the fourth single from Jennie’s Ruby album, and Rani’s Intro Theme from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.
The situation escalated when Prime Video India engaged with the controversy but later deleted their post amid backlash. Unfortunately, the debate took an ugly turn when some BLACKPINK fans resorted to racist comments against Alia Bhatt, prompting her supporters to defend her.
Jennie vs Alia: Music Similarity Debate Turns Ugly Online
The controversy began when social media users noticed similarities in the beats and melody of Like Jennie and Rani’s Intro Theme. Fans quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to discuss and analyze the two tracks, fueling an online dispute. While some argued that inspiration and unintentional similarities are common in music, others accused Jennie’s track of copying elements from the Bollywood song.
Alia Bhatt, who starred in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, became the unintended target of criticism despite not being involved in the song’s composition. A faction of BLACKPINK’s fandom directed hate toward her, while Bollywood fans countered with messages defending her acting career and achievements.
Streaming giant Prime Video India found itself in the middle of the storm when it engaged in the discourse, but the backlash led to a swift removal of its post. The controversy reflects how online fandom culture can escalate discussions beyond the music itself, turning them into personal and nationalistic battles.
At its core, this debate highlights the fine line between musical influence and plagiarism. However, rather than constructive discussions on creative ownership, the issue has spiraled into a toxic exchange of insults and cultural biases.
While the plagiarism accusations could be analyzed professionally, the online backlash shows how quickly fan wars escalate into hostility. Constructive dialogue is needed instead of personal attacks.
“Good artists copy, great artists steal.” – Pablo Picasso.
