Jennie Sweeps 3 Trophies at 40th Golden Disc Awards: Inside the Artist of the Year Controversy

Three trophies in her hand, yet a storm of debate follows. BLACKPINK's Jennie has once again proven her massive influence as a soloist, but her latest achievement has left the K-Pop community divided.

Jennie Golden Disc Awards Daesang Controversy Explained

At the 40th Golden Disc Awards, Jennie secured a triple crown. According to Koreaboo, the idol won the Best Digital Song Bonsang for her hit “like JENNIE”, followed by the Global Impact Award. The most significant win, however, was the newly introduced Artist of the Year Daesang, marking her as the night's biggest winner.

Why Fans Are Divided Over the Win

The Daesang win quickly became a polarizing topic. Supporters point to Jennie’s undeniable global charting success and her role as a fashion and cultural icon. Critics, however, argue that other nominees may have shown stronger domestic chart longevity or physical sales. As this was the first year for the Artist of the Year category, the lack of clear, public-facing criteria has added fuel to the fire, with some calling the choice 'unexpected' compared to traditional award metrics.