After the individual contract negotiations with YG Entertainment (hereinafter YG) fell through, BLACKPINK's Lisa made her first personal appearance on the cover of a Taiwanese fashion magazine, revealing her global presence.

Lisa graced the cover and participated in an exclusive global interview for the January 2024 issue of Elle Taiwan, sharing updates on her recent activities.

Having successfully concluded BLACKPINK's record-breaking world tour as the largest in the history of K-pop girl groups last year, Lisa, who then raised expectations for the group's complete activities through a renewed contract with YG, is now openly engaging in solo endeavors, garnering attention and interest from fans.

Lisa expressed her desire to spend time with her family after completing a busy schedule. Notably, she mentioned her interest in learning French as a new challenge. 

This caught attention, especially considering the numerous rumors last year about Lisa being romantically involved with Frédéric Arnault, the son of a French conglomerate. Lisa was often caught in dating rumors with Frédéric Arnault, whether spotted together in a restaurant or on family trips, but she hasn't provided any specific statements on these rumors.

Lisa's motivation to learn French stems from her niece, who can only speak French, not Thai. Lisa smiled and said, "To communicate with my niece, I need to learn French."

Despite her hectic world tour schedule, Lisa mentioned that she enjoys preparing for trips and taking breaks to recharge whenever she has free time. Her modest and friendly charm as a "world star" was evident in her enjoyment of everyday life, including traveling with her mother, savoring delicious food with friends, and appreciating the simple pleasures.

As a multi-talented individual excelling in various fields, including dance and music, Lisa shared that she continues to practice and enhance her skills. She emphasized her belief in not being lazy in any performance and seizing every opportunity, reflecting a mindset that has driven her to this point.

Having transcended K-pop and become a star with powerful global influence, Lisa encouraged fans and junior artists by saying, "Believe in yourself." She conveyed her supportive message, saying, "You have to believe in yourself. I hope you don't waver in the face of others' opinions."

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<Translated by=Gawon Park(Dispatch)>