ON May 6thThree members of Blackpink—Jennie, LisaAND Rose—Becked the red carpet to the 2025 with galaThe most prestigious fashion event in the world. The trio has stunned with their individual styles, dominating the titles and creating a global media frenzy.
However, the excitement quickly turned into controversies on social media. A faction of Jisoo fans launched a wave of criticism against Rose for his gala interview. During a red carpet in questions and answers, the guest asked Rosé, “So the entire Blackpink group is here tonight. How do you feel?” To which Rosé replied:
“It is the best feeling ever. The last time I came here alone, so I was very, very excited to meet the girls. I just saw them in the studio in Korea, so it is incredible to have a family here. I am really electrified. It is fun to have friends to go around and relax.”
Some fans questioned Rosé’s response, claiming that implicitly agreed with the imprecise statement of the host according to which the All The group was present, despite The absence of Jisoo. The critics accused both the host and the rosé of being “ignorant” AND “Spicante”suggesting that Rosé should have correct the statement instead of strengthening the idea that all four members were at the event.
Others defended Rosé and the guest, supporting him Gala Met interviews are extremely limited over timeleaving little space for clarification. They stressed that Rosé was probably trying to maintain a light and fluid conversation and correct the guest could have created embarrassment or wasting precious time during an event transmitted globally.
In the meantime, the absence of Jisoo continues to be a sensitive topic among fans. Since he made his debut with his solo career, Jisoo has focused on projects in South Korea and Asiaseeming to take a step back from western promotions. Some hypothesize that linguistic barriers and his desire to remain rooted in the Korean media can play a role, but no official reason has been given for his absence from the Met Gala.
While the members of Blackpink continue to forge individual post-yg paths renewal of the contract, moments like this highlight the complexities of global fame, the dynamics of fans and cultural expectations in the era of superstard k-pop.
