• "There should be limitations..." BLACKPINK's Jisoo Opens Up About the Controversy Surrounding Friendship of Male and Female K-pop Idols

    BLACKPINK's Jisoo Shares Views on Controversy Over Male and Female Friends

    Seoul, South Korea - BLACKPINK's Jisoo has recently voiced her perspective on the ongoing debate surrounding friendships between males and females.

    The idol's thoughts were revealed in a video titled "BLACKPINK Jisoo Reveals the Story of Confessing and Dating Twice," which was uploaded on the YouTube channel 'Dingdae' as the 13th episode of Season 5.

    The highly-anticipated video, released on June 20th, featured Jisoo as a special guest, captivating fans and viewers alike with her candid insights.

    During her appearance, Jisoo engaged in a conversation with MC and WINNER member Kim Jin Woo, offering her take on the topic.

    Reflecting on their long-lasting friendship, she remarked, "I believe it has been over 10 years since we first met. I used to think that male and female friends cannot exist, but after a decade, it becomes possible."

    Elaborating further, Jisoo shared, "Occasionally asking about each other's well-being or maintaining occasional contact without feeling uncomfortable can lead to a close friendship. However, I struggle to comprehend constant communication or frequent phone calls between male and female friends."

    Injecting a light-hearted moment into the discussion, Jisoo playfully tackled the perilla leaf controversy.

    She humorously stated, "I believe the debate surrounding perilla leaves can be divided. Placing separated perilla leaves on top of rice is not acceptable. You have to hold them together and eat them as a whole, as putting them on top is excessive. Moreover, merely holding them in the air is insufficient; you must apply pressure."

    Additionally, Jisoo ignited a debate regarding the boundaries in friendships between men and women, introducing a scale from levels 1 to 10. "I personally dislike talking on the phone for an hour. In an 8th level relationship between a man and a woman, drinking alone together is not permissible. It is acceptable to part ways after one person finishes their drink when enjoying a shared moment," she asserted.

    Furthermore, Jisoo stated firmly, "Embarking on a day trip alone is out of the question. Unless the purpose is to go nicely dressed and engage in activities such as fieldwork, it is deemed appropriate."

    BLACKPINK's Jisoo's insights have sparked conversations among fans and netizens, shedding light on the complexities surrounding friendships between males and females.

    As her words continue to resonate, many eagerly await further perspectives from the esteemed idol.

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  • SEVENTEEN Makes History, Beats K-Pop Records, Joins Taylor Swift & Drake in Global TOP 3

    SEVENTEEN is proving their unstoppable global power by ranking alongside Taylor Swift and Drake on an important world music chart!

    On February 18 (local time), the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) officially announced that SEVENTEEN secured 3rd place on the "Global Artist Chart 2024"—making them the highest-ranked K-pop artist on the list.

    They were only behind Taylor Swift (No.1) and Drake (No.2), proving their global success! SEVENTEEN’s ranking is based on physical album sales, digital downloads, and both audio & video streaming worldwide—making it an objective measure of their impact.

    SEVENTEEN first entered this chart at No.9 in 2021, jumped to No.6 in 2022, and No.2 in 2023, showing steady growth every year. Now, they’ve secured their spot in the TOP 3, proving they are one of the biggest music acts in the world!

    SEVENTEEN’s achievements didn’t stop there! The group also topped IFPI’s global album charts, breaking multiple records:

    ‘Global Album Sales Chart 2024’
    No.3 – "SPILL THE FEELS"
    No.4 – "17 IS RIGHT HERE"

    ‘Global Album Chart 2024’
    No.6 – "SPILL THE FEELS"
    No.8 – "17 IS RIGHT HERE"

    SEVENTEEN was the only artist with TWO albums in the Top 5 of the Global Album Sales Chart.
    They were also the only artist to place TWO albums in the Top 10 of the Global Album Chart.

    Last year, SEVENTEEN solidified their status as K-pop’s top-selling group, with nearly 10 million album sales in just one year!

    In addition, they launched the "SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR", starting with their concerts at Goyang Stadium on October 12-13. The tour covered 14 cities across North America, Japan, and Asia, with an impressive 1.037 million attendees across 30 concerts (both online and offline).

    "2025 SVT 9TH FAN MEETING ‘SEVENTEEN in CARAT LAND’"
    March 20-21 Incheon Munhak Stadium

    "SEVENTEEN 2025 JAPAN FANMEETING ‘HOLIDAY’"

    April & May Kyocera Dome Osaka & Saitama Super Arena (5 fan meetings across 2 cities)

    SEVENTEEN continues to break records and make history, showing their unmatched power in the music industry.

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