BLACKPINK’s Lisa has opened up about the close bond she shares with Jennie, Rosé and Jisoo while pursuing her solo career.
During the world premiere of her documentary Always Lalisa at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, Lisa explained that the four BLACKPINK members continue to stay connected even while working on individual projects.
The comments offer a glimpse into how the members have maintained their relationship while expanding their careers beyond the group.
Lisa Says BLACKPINK Members Still Support Each Other
Lisa described Jennie, Rosé and Jisoo as being like sisters and family to her.
She said that the members continue to text each other despite focusing on their own solo activities. Lisa also shared that her bandmates were looking forward to watching Always Lalisa.
That support remains important as each BLACKPINK member continues to explore opportunities outside the group.
BLACKPINK consists of Lisa, Jennie, Rosé and Jisoo. The group debuted in 2016 and later became one of the most internationally recognised K-pop acts.
At the same time, all four members have developed individual careers in music and entertainment.
What Is Lisa’s Always Lalisa Documentary About?
Always Lalisa follows Lisa during a significant period of her career.
According to Sony Music Vision, the documentary focuses on a year when Lisa stepped away from BLACKPINK to pursue greater independence. It explores her work as a solo artist, her acting ambitions and the pressure that comes with building a career outside the group.
The film was selected for the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival and had its world premiere during the festival’s Gala programme. TIFF describes the documentary as an intimate look at Lisa’s journey from childhood ambitions to international stardom.
Lisa has also teased the behind-the-scenes nature of the project, saying viewers will get to see more of how she works.
Lisa’s Journey From Lalisa to Lisa
The documentary arrives as fans learn more about the person behind Lisa’s global stage name.
Lisa was born Pranpriya Manobal. She revealed earlier this year that she legally changed her first name to Lalisa when she was 13.
The decision followed a visit to a fortune teller after her audition for YG Entertainment. According to Lisa’s account in Vanity Fair, the fortune teller suggested choosing a name considered more auspicious.
The name Lalisa has been explained as meaning “one who is praised” in Thai. Lisa later shortened it professionally to the name known by millions of fans around the world.
Lisa Is Expanding Beyond Music
Lisa’s career has increasingly moved beyond BLACKPINK’s group activities.
In addition to her solo music, she has entered acting, including her appearance in HBO’s The White Lotus. Her documentary also gives audiences a closer look at the challenges of managing several creative ambitions at once.
Her solo journey does not appear to have weakened her connection with BLACKPINK, however. Instead, Lisa’s latest comments suggest that the members continue to encourage one another while pursuing different opportunities.
For fans, that connection adds another layer to the group’s story as the four stars balance individual careers with their identity as BLACKPINK.
Why Lisa’s Comments Matter to BLACKPINK Fans
Solo careers can create new challenges for members of a successful group. Each artist must develop an individual identity while maintaining the relationships and shared history that made the group successful.
Lisa’s comments provide a personal perspective on that balance.
Rather than presenting solo work as a separation from BLACKPINK, she emphasised the continuing friendship between the members. Her remarks also give fans a rare glimpse into how Jennie, Rosé and Jisoo support her away from the stage.
With Always Lalisa now bringing more attention to Lisa’s individual journey, those relationships remain an important part of her story.