The HBO drama 'The Idol', which features BLACKPINK's Jennie in her acting debut, has announced its early end after just five episodes due to poor viewer ratings and controversy surrounding its content. Originally planned as a six-episode series, the show depicts the lives of a pop idol star and those around her in the entertainment world of Los Angeles, with appearances from world-renowned pop singer The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp. Jennie's acting also received great attention in Korea. In May, the show was invited to the non-competitive section of the 76th Cannes Film Festival, which was unusual for a drama, and made its debut, raising expectations.

However, since its release, 'The Idol' has received harsh criticism for its overly explicit scenes, and Jennie's provocative dance sequence with a male dancer has received negative reviews. Fans of the K-pop star have also expressed discomfort with the revealing costumes and sensational lines featured in the show. Despite this, The Weeknd, who was both a lead actor and co-producer on the show, has defended its controversial content, claiming that it was meant to give viewers a different perspective on fame and popularity. Although it has been denied by HBO, the show's short run, coupled with its negative reception, make it unclear whether or not 'The Idol' will be renewed for a second season.