For a decade, the world has known Jisoo as a pillar of the global phenomenon BLACKPINK, a face of global brands, and a chart-topping solo artist. But in her first interview with an Indian publication, Jisoo peeled back the layers of her extravagant public persona to reveal a woman deeply rooted in self-reflection.
She has a clear message for young women around the world and her fans, including millions in India, who are inspired by her journey: “I feel like there are a lot of women out there, whether they’re my age or younger, or my friends, who find themselves trapped in almost a particular role or mindset where you make these rigid rules for yourself. You try to think about it in a way that you know it’s something you can do. It’s something you should never do,” she says.
The K-pop global superstar is practicing exactly what she preaches as she now takes a bold leap into her first romantic comedy. boyfriend on demand. It’s a style change that signals a new chapter in his career. She says, “When you are taking on a new challenge, don’t be afraid. Try to step out of your box and tackle it head on. I hope this show gives you the confidence to do that and enjoy it and give you a chance to grow from it.”
A virtual twist on reality
In the Netflix series, she plays Mi Re, an overworked webtoon creator who navigates a virtual dating simulation service to experience the dates of her dreams. The show stars Seo In Guk and has seen several cameos by popular stars including Jay Park, Lee Jae Wook, Lee Soo Hyun, and Seo Kang Joon. Regarding the script, Jisoo says, “I was interested in the script for how it brings together virtual and real reality, and I liked the story of my character’s development. I personally think there are many things in this series that people can relate to, which really attracted me.”
And despite the show’s high-concept digital premise, Jisoo’s personal priorities in love are refreshingly retro. She confesses that she loves the thrill of a long-lasting romance. “I personally love slow-burn romances. I feel like taking time to learn more about the other person helps build a stronger bond,” she says.
woman behind the fame
At 31 years old, Jisoo’s trajectory has been nothing short of historic. After his debut in 2021 snowdropseries Newtopiaand film Ubiquitous Reader: PredictionShe has solidified her position as one of the best-selling female Korean solo artists. His 2025 solo EP, Amortage, dominated global charts.
Now, as the BLACKPINK quartet prepares for their massive comeback deadlineTheir first official release in three years, the spotlight is brighter than ever. When asked how she keeps her balance amid the global madness, Jisoo says, “I’m obviously in the public eye, and in places that are very extravagant and fancy. But to be honest, when I’m at home, I’m not that different from my character on the show. I love the time I spend at home so much that I try to break up the time that I have because I want to enjoy it as much as possible. So I’m very connected to the character in that sense.”
Catch the star in her show, boyfriend on demand, March 6 on Netflix.