BLACKPINK’s Jisoo addressed past criticism about her acting and promised to show clear growth as an actress while promoting her new Netflix romance series “Boyfriend on Demand” at a press conference in Seoul on February 26.

At the event, Jisoo acknowledged that she has seen reactions to her previous acting projects and understands that some viewers have questioned her skills and focus. She shared that these responses pushed her to study her performances more closely and approach “Boyfriend on Demand” with a stronger sense of responsibility as a leading actress.

Jisoo said she wants audiences to see progress in her emotional expression and timing, and promised to continue improving with each new role. Her remarks come after online debates and interviews with filmmakers that have drawn sympathy from many Korean netizens, who believe she was treated harshly, according to allkpop.

“Boyfriend on Demand” is a romantic comedy that follows Mirae, a webtoon PD who is exhausted from real life and turns to a virtual dating subscription service to “order” monthly boyfriends. The series blends the realism of office life with the new concept of signing up for dates in a virtual world, allowing an actor to play multiple characters and situations.

Director Kim Jeong-sik explained that he started with the idea “what if you could sign up for appointments?” and hopes viewers feel like they’re getting a preview of a near-future service. The show will stream on Netflix, giving it immediate global reach and positioning it as a key project in Jisoo’s acting career.

This drama marks one of Jisoo’s most significant leading roles since she expanded her work from music to acting. She plays Mirae alongside Seo In Guk, who recently praised her as perfect for the project and highlighted the emotional depth within the concept of the virtual dating world.

Industry watchers see “Boyfriend on Demand” as an opportunity for Jisoo to bolster her image as a serious actress, not just a burgeoning K-pop idol. With the series set to premiere on March 6, expectations are high to see if its promised growth on screen can change the minds of previous critics, according to Times Now News.