Jisoo, the eldest member of the globally celebrated K-pop group BLACKPINK, has expressed her excitement over the group’s long-awaited new album Deadline. The five-track EP was released on Friday and marks BLACKPINK’s first multi-track project in more than three years. The release holds special significance as it coincides with the group’s 10th anniversary, making it a milestone moment for both the members and their global fanbase. Known for their record-breaking achievements and international influence, BLACKPINK’s comeback has quickly become one of the most talked-about events in the music world.
The EP includes five songs and features the previously released single Jump, which has already become a summer hit among fans. The album is headlined by the energetic anthem Go, a powerful three-minute track that captures the group’s signature confidence and bold musical style. With its dynamic sound and strong vocals, the song reflects the group’s continued evolution while staying true to the style that made them global superstars.
While promoting her new K-drama Boyfriend on Demand, Jisoo spoke about the emotional significance of the album during an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. She shared that the release feels particularly meaningful because it coincides with a major milestone in the group’s journey. “BLACKPINK’s 10th anniversary is this year,” she said. Jisoo added that the group is thrilled to celebrate this moment by sharing new music with fans around the world. According to her, the members believe the new songs will resonate strongly with listeners and reflect their growth as artists over the past decade.
The 31-year-old singer and actress recently completed BLACKPINK’s Deadline world tour, which brought the group back to stages across the globe and reunited them with millions of fans. After wrapping up the tour, Jisoo has now shifted her focus toward her acting career, returning to television with a new romantic comedy series.
In the upcoming Netflix series Boyfriend on Demand, Jisoo takes on the role of Seo Mi-rae, a hardworking webtoon producer who feels overwhelmed by the pressures of her daily life. Seeking an escape from her demanding routine, Mi-rae turns to a subscription-based virtual dating simulation program that allows users to experience ideal romantic scenarios in a digital world. Through this futuristic platform, her character explores the possibility of love in a way that feels both exciting and emotionally transformative.
Reflecting on the experience of playing Mi-rae, Jisoo explained that the role allowed her to explore multiple sides of her personality as an actress. She shared that portraying the character helped her express a wider range of emotions and perspectives on screen. The singer also expressed confidence that BLACKPINK fans, known as “Blinks,” will enjoy seeing her in this new role. Blinks, the group’s dedicated global fanbase, have consistently supported the members not only in their music careers but also in their individual projects.
The series blends elements of workplace drama with a futuristic concept centered on virtual reality dating. Actor Seo In-guk stars alongside Jisoo as Park Kyeong-nam, Mi-rae’s colleague and professional rival in the webtoon industry. Their on-screen relationship adds another layer to the story as the characters navigate competition, ambition and the possibility of romance.
In recent years, BLACKPINK members Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa and Rosé have focused on expanding their individual careers while continuing to support the group’s legacy. Each member has pursued solo music projects, acting opportunities and global brand collaborations. Jisoo herself released her solo album Amortage in February 2025 and followed it with a successful solo Asia tour. She also appeared in the series Newtopia, further strengthening her presence in the entertainment industry beyond music.
Now, with the release of Deadline, BLACKPINK is once again united as a group, celebrating ten years of global success and artistic growth. The album represents not only a musical comeback but also a symbolic moment for the quartet as they look back on a decade of achievements while continuing to shape the future of K-pop.
With new music, exciting acting projects and a decade-long legacy behind them, Jisoo and the rest of BLACKPINK are entering a new chapter that fans around the world are eager to experience.