• BLACKPINK's Lisa Compensates Entire Street Market in Thailand for Month's Worth of Income, "Apologies for the Disruption"

    BLACKPINK member Lisa, a Thai national, has made headlines for her generous gesture in Bangkok's Chinatown. According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP) on July 2nd (local time), Lisa closed down a section of Yaowarat Road for the filming of her solo song 'Rockstar' music video.

    Each shop owner affected received 20,000 baht (approximately 750,000 Korean Won) as compensation, exceeding their monthly income.

    The music video, released on June 28th, showcases Lisa performing with dancers in the vibrant street setting, capturing the bustling atmosphere and lively street food scene.

    MS News, based in Singapore, reported that Lisa's team closed off the area from 2 am to 5 am for three days in mid-May to facilitate the shoot. Lisa not only compensated the shop owners but also planned to give 1,000 baht to passersby during the filming disruptions.

    'Rockstar' broke records with 32.4 million YouTube views within 24 hours of its release, setting a new solo artist record. As of July 4th, the music video has surpassed 71,743,993 views.

    According to Khaosod English, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Chinawat, an international business expert, coordinated with local managers in Bangkok to support Lisa's music video shoot on Yaowarat Road, aimed at promoting local food.

    Lisa recently renewed her contract with YG Entertainment for BLACKPINK activities. She launched her own agency, Loud Company, in February and partnered with RCA Records, a Sony Music subsidiary in the US, in April. 'Rockstar' marks Lisa's debut solo release, drawing significant global attention.

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  • "Get Ready for a Wild Ride" 'Single's Inferno 4' Promises Unstoppable Drama, Hot Dates, and a Dopamine Rush Like Never Before

    Single's Inferno 4 is back and hotter than ever, bringing fans all the intense, heart-racing drama they’ve been craving! This season is set to be the most stimulating one yet, with twists and turns that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats during the Lunar New Year holidays.

    The action takes place on Hell Island, where contestants are trapped in a high-stakes dating game. They can only leave if they couple up, and the pressure is on! As Single's Inferno 4 kicks into high gear, viewers are in for a wild ride of emotions, jealousy, and burning love stories. On January 28, the game gets even more intense, with "some" (dating) wars heating up like never before.

    Episodes 5 and 6, released on January 21, shook things up with the arrival of new members Ahn Jong-hoon and Park Hae-rin, creating some serious chemistry among the singles. Fans were on the edge of their seats as Kook Dong-ho and Kim Ah-rin, as well as Kim Tae-hwan and Bae Ji-yeon, confirmed their feelings for each other in a truth game. But the real jaw-dropper came from Lee Si-an, who unexpectedly chose Yoo Jun-seo over Kim Jeong-su, adding even more twists to the drama!

    And now, episodes 7 and 8, dropping on January 28, promise even more fireworks. On Heaven Island, where the dates are sizzling, MC Kyuhyun teased that fans are in for the most stimulating date of the season—expect jaw-dropping, real-life dating moments that will leave you breathless! Meanwhile, on Hell Island, three couples are about to open up about their true feelings, adding a fresh excitement that fans have been waiting for.

    As the emotional rollercoaster continues, we’ll see whether Lee Si-an’s heart remains torn between Jang Tae-o and Kim Jeong-su, or if he will go for something completely unexpected. Plus, the growing tension between Jung Yu-jin, Park Hae-rin, and Kook Dong-ho is hinting at a brand-new love triangle. But the most intense showdown? The "final match" between the male singles, all battling it out for a coveted date ticket to Heaven Island—this one is going to be a dopamine overload!

    With producers promising the most "hot" and "exciting" Heaven Island moments yet, Single's Inferno 4 is about to explode with unmissable drama.

    Catch episodes 7 and 8 of Single's Inferno 4 on Netflix, releasing January 28!

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