BLACKINK’s Rosé
BLACKINK’s Rosé is one of the wealthiest member of the group with a net worth of $10 million. (Photo: HeyDay, CC BY 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons)

In a recent turn of events that has fans buzzing with excitement, BLACKPINK's Rosé was allegedly spotted dining with Ron Perry, the CEO and chairman of Columbia Records, in Paris. This meeting has ignited a flurry of speculation about the possibility of Rosé working on a new solo album or a significant collaboration.

The photo that has caused such a stir was posted by a Rosé fan account, @roseannediary97, on the social media platform X. The caption accompanying the image read, "#ROSé spotted with Ron Perry during PFW. He's an American music executive (Chairman & CEO of Columbia Records). Columbia Records is home to Adele, Beyoncé, Céline Dion, etc." This post quickly went viral, amassing over 188,000 views and thousands of interactions.

 

Fans were quick to share their thoughts and speculations on the matter. Comments ranged from hopeful wishes for a new solo album to the possibility of Rosé collaborating with some of the biggest names in the music industry. "She's definitely cooking something, and that is why she's been real quiet," one fan remarked. Another added, "Rosie [is] mingling with the higher-ups of the music industry."

The speculation didn't stop there. An online forum in South Korea also featured the photo with a caption suggesting that "Rosé's solo album will come out soon." Many netizens discussed potential collaborations, with a significant number hoping for a team-up with global superstar Beyoncé. One comment read, "A [collaboration] with Beyoncé would be daebak (awesome)!" while another speculated, "I wonder if it's with Taylor Swift or Beyoncé this time. I think it will be daebak with Beyoncé!"

Ron Perry, the man Rosé was seen with, has a notable history in the music industry. Before taking on the role of chairman at Columbia Records, he was the president of SONGS Music Publishing. His credits include significant contributions to hits like Lil Nas X's "Old Town Road" and The Weeknd's "Starboy." Columbia Records itself boasts a roster of some of the most prominent names in music, such as Beyoncé, Adele, Harry Styles, and many more.

This isn't the first time YG Entertainment, the agency that manages BLACKPINK, has had dealings with Columbia Records. Earlier this year, K-Pop boy group TREASURE, also under YG Entertainment, partnered with Columbia for their U.S. promotions.

While nothing has been confirmed regarding Rosé's potential projects, the anticipation is palpable. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting any official announcements that might shed light on what the future holds for this beloved BLACKPINK member.