BLACKPINK Lisa’s White Lotus Debut Sparks Backlash: Fans Say “She Deserved More”

K-pop star Lisa from BLACKPINK made her first acting appearance in The White Lotus Season 3, but many fans were left feeling let down. Even though people were very excited, Lisa’s role in the show was very small and didn’t meet expectations.

Lisa in The White Lotus Had Very Little Screen Time

Lisa acted as Mook, a resort worker who speaks both English and Thai. Season 3 of The White Lotus was filmed in Thailand and showed on HBO and Coupang Play. It was a big hit, with over 6.2 million viewers watching the final episode. This made it the most-watched episode in the show’s history.

However, even with all the excitement around Lisa’s role, she only appeared briefly. Her character didn’t have a strong part in the story. Fans were expecting more from such a big K-pop idol.

Some international media were very honest in their reviews. The Guardian said Lisa “had laughably little to do” and compared it to “casting Lady Gaga as an extra.” Other news sites also said Lisa’s role was too small and didn’t fit her star power.

In a past interview with Variety, Lisa shared her thoughts about the show. “I’ve been a fan of The White Lotus and was so happy to be chosen,” she said. “I was really nervous on my first day and even forgot my lines!” Lisa also described her character by saying, “Mook is like me, but more flirty. I’m more of a tomboy.”

Lisa Takes a Bold Step into Acting

Even though her role was small, Lisa’s part in The White Lotus Season 3 is a big step as she tries something new. She became famous with BLACKPINK in 2016, and now she is starting a journey in the acting world too.

At the same time, BLACKPINK is getting ready for their next big event. Their 2025 World Tour will start on July 5 and 6 in South Korea. Fans are excited for new performances and big shows as the group travels around the world again.