Jisoo stepped into a new spotlight at Canneseries, where she received the Madame Figaro Rising Star Award — and the moment clearly meant more than just another accolade. Known for keeping her personal life relatively private, the global star opened up briefly to journalists, offering a rare glimpse into how she experienced the milestone.
For Jisoo, the event itself carried emotional weight. It was her first time attending Cannes alone, and she spoke about how meaningful the “Pink Carpet” felt — a detail that resonated personally given her association with BLACKPINK. The atmosphere around her was electric, with fans from across the world gathering just to catch a glimpse. She recalled how her speech during the opening night was repeatedly interrupted by cheering, something she said she would remember for a long time.
While her music career continues to thrive, Jisoo has been steadily expanding her acting portfolio. After her debut in Snowdrop, she has taken on a mix of projects across genres, including films like Dr. Cheon and the Lost Talisman and Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy. More recently, she appeared in the Netflix series Boyfriend on Demand, where she played a webtoon producer navigating a virtual dating world.
Her transition from idol to actor hasn’t been limited to just one type of role. Directors have actively tried to showcase different sides of her on screen, and Jisoo herself seems eager to keep exploring. When asked about what she wants to do next, her answer was simple but telling — she wants variety. It’s less about sticking to a safe image and more about evolving with each project.
She also reflected on the award itself, admitting she was surprised when she first heard the news. Being placed alongside previous winners like Sydney Sweeney and Phoebe Dynevor added to the significance. For Jisoo, the “rising star” label isn’t just recognition — it feels like motivation to push herself further and show new dimensions of her craft.
Canneseries artistic director Albin Lewi praised her for her evolving artistic journey and global presence. And that presence is hard to ignore — with over 80 million Instagram followers, Jisoo is not just a K-pop star, but a global cultural figure.
What stands out most, though, is where she is right now in her career. She’s not starting out, but she’s also not settling. Between music, acting, and international recognition, Jisoo seems to be in that rare space where she can redefine herself — and based on her own words, she’s just getting started.
