Members of the group BLACKPINK have been stirring discussions among fans due to their successive ventures into "Rated 19+" activities.
On September 28, Lisa garnered attention for her guest appearance at the art nude show, Crazy Horse, held in Paris, France.
Crazy Horse, alongside Moulin Rouge and Lido, is one of the top three cabaret shows in Paris. Notably, the show, which restricts viewers under 19, is known for its explicit nude performances, leading to controversies.
Upon hearing of Lisa's participation in Crazy Horse, she immediately became a topic of debate. Some netizens expressed concerns about Lisa potentially contributing to the sexualization of women.
"I don't care what kind of names perform here, this place is no different than a strip bar. I think it's also worth mentioning that France has a culture of treating their celebrities like high-class escorts, the complete opposite of Korean celebrity culture. The celebrities who perform here are basically being gaslit into thinking it's an artistic performance." One Korean netizen comments.
"She is a representative member of a K-Pop girl group and now she's some cheap performer at a bar, this feels like she's tainting our country's image. She never should've been given the K-Pop tag if she was going to use it like this." Another netizen added.
Lisa's supporter said, "Lisa, don't bother with paying attention to the opinions of us stuffy Koreans who have no understanding at all of another country's culture. You do what you want, you make your money... I'm not a fan but I just want you to be able to find your happiness in life while showing off your talented dance skills. "
Contrary to public apprehension, Lisa did not undress during her performance. While she managed to bring relief to fans by avoiding excessive exposure, some fans expressed dissatisfaction with BLACKPINK members' continuous involvement in 19+ activities.
Previously, in June, Jennie's debut drama 'The Idol' was under scrutiny for its explicit content. At the time, Jennie shocked fans with her risqué performance and lines such as "Does he do it better than me?"
The Idol's provocative direction received criticism not only domestically but also internationally. Variety criticized it, saying it was "filled with dirty clichés commonly seen in porn" and described it as a "tawdry male fantasy."
In response, BLACKPINK fans argued that such mature ventures are merely sensationalized and do not significantly benefit the members' careers. Indeed, while Jennie showcased genuine expressions and stable dialogue delivery in 'The Idol,' her acting skills were overshadowed by the controversy.
However, some fans interpreted BLACKPINK's activities as diverse attempts to grow as global artists and supported the members' endeavors. As debates among fans continue over BLACKPINK's mature ventures, all eyes are on how the group will address these controversies.
