Rosé Faces Backlash from Jisoo’s Fans After Met Gala Interview, Sparks Debate Online

On May 6, three members of BLACKPINK—Jennie, Lisa, and Rosé—graced the red carpet at the 2025 Met Gala, the world’s most prestigious fashion event. The trio stunned with their individual styles, dominating headlines and creating a global media frenzy.

However, the excitement quickly turned to controversy on social media. A faction of Jisoo’s fans launched a wave of criticism against Rosé over her Met Gala interview. During a red carpet Q&A, the host asked Rosé, “So the whole group BLACKPINK is here tonight. How does it feel?” To which Rosé replied:

“It’s the best feeling ever. Last time I came here alone, so I was very, very excited to meet the girls. I just saw them in the studio back in Korea, so it’s amazing to have family here. I’m really thrilled. It’s fun to have friends to walk around and relax with.”

Some fans took issue with Rosé’s response, claiming she implicitly agreed with the host’s inaccurate statement that the entire group was present, despite Jisoo’s absence. Critics accused both the host and Rosé of being “ignorant” and “dismissive”, suggesting that Rosé should have corrected the statement instead of reinforcing the idea that all four members were at the event.

Others defended Rosé and the host, arguing that Met Gala interviews are extremely time-limited, leaving little room for clarification. They emphasized that Rosé was likely trying to maintain a light and smooth conversation, and correcting the host could have created awkwardness or wasted precious time during a globally broadcasted event.

Jisoo’s absence, meanwhile, continues to be a sensitive topic among fans. Since debuting her solo career, Jisoo has focused on projects in South Korea and Asia, appearing to step back from Western promotions. Some speculate that language barriers and her desire to remain grounded in Korean media may play a role, but no official reason has been given for her absence from the Met Gala.

As BLACKPINK members continue to forge individual paths post-YG contract renewal, moments like this highlight the complexities of global fame, fan dynamics, and cultural expectations in the age of K-pop superstardom.