The Indio desert once again turned into a global music mecca as Coachella 2025 lit up with unforgettable performances during its second weekend, April 18 to 20. Among the most talked-about acts from the iconic music festival was BLACKPINK's Jennie. The South Korean singer-rapper returned to the stage with an electrifying solo performance on April 20 that blended charisma, confidence, and one emotional surprise that had everyone talking.
Jennie's power-packed performance at Coachella 2025
Having already captivated the crowd during Coachella's first weekend with her much-anticipated solo debut, Jennie returned stronger and more radiant than ever. Her performance featured soulful vocals, razor-sharp choreography, and visuals that lit up the desert night. Her chart-topping setlist included her popular tracks like 'Solo', 'Mantra', 'Zen' and others from her 'Ruby' album. Backed by a sea of cheering fans and glowing light sticks, Jennie commanded the stage with a powerful presence.
While her set made headlines, it was an emotional moment that won millions of hearts. During the mid-performance, Jennie looked out into the audience and with a teary face, she screamed, "Eomma Saranghae!", which means "Mom, I love you" in Korean. The heartfelt gesture left fans in awe, especially as it was revealed that her mother was present in the crowd, witnessing her daughter’s iconic performance firsthand.
Watch the heartwarming clip below:
Fan's react
The audience erupted into cheers, while fans across the globe flooded social media with the moment. Within minutes, clips of Jennie’s shoutout to her mom and visuals from the set went viral, and the hashtag #JennieRunsCoachella began trending worldwide.
Reacting to the video, a fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "Not her mama but I'M SO PROUD OF YOU JENNIE SO SOO PROUD." "Mama Kim watching her must be full of love," another fan expressed.
