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In a world where every moment is captured and shared, it's the unexpected ones that truly captivate. Such was the case when a seemingly innocuous interaction between two of K-pop's biggest stars, BTS's V and BLACKPINK's Jisoo, sent netizens into a frenzy.

The setting was the Frieze 2023 Paradise Art Festa, held on September 4. A clip from the event went viral, not just because of the interaction between V and Jisoo, but also due to the sheer star power present. The video showcased a table filled with celebrities, including members of NewJeans, and stars Lee Soo Hyuk and Jung Ho Yeon.

However, it was on September 7 (KST) that the internet truly went into overdrive. A clip emerged showing V and Jisoo engaged in a conversation. The brief interaction, lasting only a few seconds, was enough to send fans into a tizzy. Social media platforms were abuzz with comments and reactions, with one fan tweeting, "Jisoo Taehyung VS Jennie Jungkook. Interaction. Choose your fighter!!! WAAAAAAH Armyblinks always keep winning ."

 


Yet, as with anything that gains traction online, there were skeptics. Some questioned the authenticity of the clip, pointing out that Jisoo's face wasn't visible. However, several pieces of evidence seemed to confirm that it was indeed Jisoo in the video. For one, the seating arrangement from an earlier video showed V getting up from a spot similar to where Jisoo was seated. Additionally, a white dress, identical to the one Jisoo was seen wearing in photos from the event, was visible in the clip.

Further cementing the authenticity was a photo of Jisoo alongside Chinese actress Meme Tian. The silhouette of Jisoo's dress in the photo, complete with puffed shoulders and lace detailing, matched the one seen in the video.

This isn't the first time interactions between members of BTS and BLACKPINK have caught the public's attention, and it certainly won't be the last. As two of the most prominent groups in the K-pop industry, any interaction, no matter how small, is bound to create waves. And as the world continues to watch their every move, fans can only hope for more such moments in the future.