“I miss the old Lisa.”
This is a comment on BLACKPINK Lisa’s personal social account that Korean media outlet TenAsia mentioned in their latest article about the singer.
Lisa is already in her seventh year of debuting in the Korean entertainment industry as a member of BLACKPINK. However, her image has been somewhat damaged recently by controversies and topics such as the her contract renewal with YG Entertainment, rumors of her relationship with a rich man, and appearance at a cabaret show.
Lisa was an important member during BLACKPINK’s performances with her outstanding dance skills. She also showed her influence as a solo artist with her first solo album “LALISA” in 2021, five years after BLACKPINK’s debut. Fans also admired and respected Lisa, who came to Korea at a young age and became a top star after a difficult training period.
However, Lisa’s recent action leave only disappointment. First of all, it’s about her contract renewal with YG. Both Lisa and YG have not taken a firm stance on the renewal of her contract, but it seems difficult for both sides to reach an agreement. YG has started selling only Rosé’s seasonal greetings and Lisa, Jisoo, and Jennie were rumored to be leaving the company. Lisa, YG, and both sides’ lukewarm attitudes make fans frustrated.
Due to Lisa’s appearance on the cabaret show “Crazy Horse,” fans could not hide their disappointment. Many fans couldn’t hide their concerns when news of Lisa’s participation in the performance was revealed. Crazy Horse is said to be a women’s and art-themed show, but it is also believed to be not much different from a “Strip Club.” But Lisa didn’t care. She posted a review of her appearance on her social account and expressed her joy at appearing in it. In addition, Lisa’s Chinese social media Weibo account has recently been closed, and foreign media outlets believe Lisa’s appearance on Crazy Horse is the reason.
Some fans support Lisa’s actions. However, many fans miss “the old Lisa.” The industry believes that Lisa’s image is tarnished as a K-pop idol. Some speculate that she no longer seems to care about her image in Korea as she is enjoying global popularity.
Even though she has archive great things as a solo artist, the fact that Lisa belongs to a group called “BLACKPINK” also played a major role in helping her reach such a milestone. It is unclear whether Lisa will be able to maintain her current “value” even if she leaves the group.
Did Lisa’s Contract Renewal Fail? Excluded from BLACKPINK’s Individual Advertising Appearances
While advertising model photos of BLACKPINK members have been posted one after another, Lisa is missing
On November 7th, YG Entertainment shared photos of Jennie, Rosé, and Jisoo’s recent advertising appearances on social media.
Jennie is actively working as a model for Market Kurly, wearing a one-piece dress in the brand’s colors. Rosé is holding a Sulwhasoo item in a beauty photoshoot. Jisoo, as a global ambassador for Cartier, is seen wearing their jewelry in a fashion shoot for Elle Singapore.
Lisa’s appearance is missing. As Lisa is at the center of the uncertainty of BLACKPINK’s contract renewal with YG, her exclusion this time is intensifying various suspicions.
Lisa has been involved in different activities compared to other BLACKPINK members. She has been caught up in dating rumors with billionaire heir Frédéric Arnault. She also performed at Crazy Horse, one of the top three adult cabarets in Paris.
Lisa’s Crazy Horse show caused a controversy. Many netizens criticized her participation in an adult show, considering her primary fan base mainly consisting of young people in their 10s and 20s.
As a result of this appearance, Lisa’s Chinese Weibo account was deleted. Chinese authorities strictly enforce regulations on maintaining the dignity of celebrities who engage in lewd or vulgar performances. Angelababy, who came to Paris to watch Lisa’s Crazy Horse show, was edited out of Chinese broadcasts, and the dancers who participated in Lisa’s Crazy Horse show had their Weibo accounts made private.
