Blackpink's Lisa has revealed she will release a short film inspired by her song "Dream," with Japanese actor and model Kentaro Sakaguchi in a starring role.
The visualiser will offer fans a cinematic interpretation of the song, she said in her social media post, revealing the project, "An emotional, beautiful story that will soon be yours," Lisa wrote.
The announcement has generated anticipation among fans worldwide, many of whom are eager to see the collaboration between the K-pop star and the acclaimed Japanese performer.
The news comes after weeks of fan speculation, sparked by a series of online interactions and public sightings linking the two. On August 4, Lisa posted an image to Lloud's official X account and her Instagram showing her playfully biting someone's arm while surrounded by a production crew.
Speculation grew when fans noted his attendance at Blackpink's recent Deadline tour stop in Korea, as well as his appearance alongside Lisa in a popular TikTok video earlier this year.
"Dream" originally appeared as the 13th track on Lisa's debut album Alter Ego, released on February 28 and the short film is set to release on August 13.
Lisa is currently performing alongside her Blackpink bandmates on the 'Deadline' World Tour. The group's next stop is a two-day engagement at Wembley Stadium in London on August 15 and 16, before heading to the Philippines.
Blackpink, meanwhile, is rumoured to be making a November comeback with a new extended play (EP).
A music industry insider told Soompi that the four-member group has completed recording tracks for the project and finished a promotional photo shoot. Originally slated for release in October, the EP's launch was reportedly moved to November.
In response to the speculation, Blackpink's agency YG Entertainment neither confirmed nor denied the timing. "We will announce it later through official promotions," the company said in a statement quoted by Soompi.
If the release goes ahead, it will be the group's first multi-track project since their 2022 album Born Pink. Their most recent music drop was the digital single Jump, released in July.
The rumoured comeback aligns with Blackpink's ongoing Deadline world tour, which will bring them to the Philippine Arena in November for a two-day run. The timing has fuelled fan excitement, as it could coincide with the potential EP launch.
Known for their record-breaking releases and global influence, Blackpink has consistently delivered high-profile comebacks. Their last full-length effort, Born Pink, achieved international chart success and solidified their position as one of K-pop's leading acts.
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