The meteoric rise of Lisa, the Thai-born superstar of the K-pop juggernaut BLACKPINK, shows no signs of decelerating. After captivating global audiences with her acting debut in the third season of HBO’s critically acclaimed anthology series, The White Lotus, the 28-year-old artist is now set to conquer the world of cinema. In an ambitious move, Lisa has signed a deal with Netflix to star in an upcoming romantic comedy, where she will also serve as an executive producer.
A Modern Take on a Classic Genre
Produced under the Middle Child Productions banner by David Bernad—who coincidentally collaborated with Lisa on The White Lotus—the project remains shrouded in mystery. While the official title and plot particulars are being kept under wraps, insiders suggest the film draws significant inspiration from the quintessential British rom-com, Notting Hill.
The creative synergy between Bernad and Lisa reportedly blossomed during breaks on the set of The White Lotus. To ensure the script matches the star’s global appeal, Netflix has enlisted Katie Silberman, the celebrated writer behind the hit film Set It Up, to pen the screenplay.
| Project Detail | Information |
| Lead Star | Lisa (Lalisa Manobal) |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Genre | Romantic Comedy |
| Executive Producer | Lisa |
| Producer | David Bernad (Middle Child Productions) |
| Screenwriter | Katie Silberman (Set It Up) |
| Inspiration | Notting Hill (1999) |
From Bangkok to Seoul to Hollywood
Lisa’s journey is the epitome of a global success story. Moving from Thailand to South Korea at the age of 13, she debuted with BLACKPINK in 2016, quickly becoming one of the most recognisable faces in the music industry. Her transition into acting has been equally calculated and successful, including a role within Netflix’s high-octane Extraction universe.
Her musical prowess continues to shatter records alongside her burgeoning acting career. Her debut full-length solo album, “Alter Ego”, released last year, peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200 and dominated the Top Album Sales chart.
By taking on an executive producer role for this new Netflix venture, Lisa is not merely a “hired hand” but a creative force, asserting her influence over her narrative as she matures into a multidisciplinary global icon. Fans across Asia and Europe are already buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a sophisticated, modern homage to the golden era of romantic comedies.