Blackpink Jennie's New Single Less Than A Lover: Everything To Know About Release Date, Nah Kai's Rumoured Cameo In MV

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member Jennie is ushering in a new solo era with the announcement of her upcoming single, Less Than a Lover. The first teaser showcases the K-pop star's extensive creative involvement, with Jennie credited as the director, writer, and creator of the song. Beyond the music itself, the preview has fueled widespread speculation that Nah Kai will make a special appearance in the accompanying music video after fans spotted him in the teaser. While his involvement has not been officially confirmed, the mystery cameo has only heightened anticipation for Jennie's latest solo comeback.

About Less Than A Lover

Jennie of Blackpink announced that her upcoming single Less Than a Lover will be released on July 24 at 1 p.m. KST (9:30 a.m. IST). The newly unveiled teaser posters offer a glimpse into the aesthetic of Less Than a Lover, emphasizing a nostalgic, cinematic romance. One image captures Jennie and a male co-star, believed by fans to be Nah Kai, sharing an intimate moment inside a blue pickup truck, framed through the vehicle's window. Dressed in casual outfits, the pair lean toward each other against a sunlit countryside backdrop, while the tagline, "The summer I chose to pause the love story," appears at the bottom. The poster also credits Jennie as the director, writer, and music creator, underscoring her hands-on role in the project.

The second teaser shifts to a more dramatic and vintage-inspired setting. Jennie and her rumored co-star are seen embracing beneath a stone archway in what appears to be a European-style street, with the title Less Than a Lover displayed in elegant red lettering. The same tagline, "The summer I chose to pause the love story," returns, hinting at a bittersweet narrative. The contrasting visuals, from bright countryside romance to shadowy old-world architecture, suggest the music video may explore different chapters of a relationship, while continuing to spotlight Jennie's creative direction behind the project.

For the unversed, Nah Kai is a Taiwanese-born, Seoul-based model and actor. Meanwhile, Blackpink (Lisa, Jennie, Rosé, Jisoo) continues to balance group and solo activities. The quartet made a highly anticipated return with their five-track mini-album DEADLINE in February 2026, marking a new chapter following the conclusion of their record-breaking Deadline World Tour earlier this year.Jennie cemented her status as a solo powerhouse with her debut studio album Ruby, released last year. The album debuted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200, sold over one million copies globally, and matched the highest-charting position on the UK Albums Chart achieved by a Korean solo artist. Ruby also featured collaborations with international stars including Dua Lipa, Childish Gambino, and Dominic Fike.