On August 3 Korean media reported that the 28-year-old Blackpink member, Jisoo, and the 35-year-old actor Ahn Bo-hyun are currently in the process of getting to know each other and have positive feelings about their relationship.
Blackpink's Jisoo publicly acknowledging her relationship with actor Ahn Bo-hyun marks a significant moment in the K-pop industry, BBC reported. As one of the highest-profile K-pop stars, Jisoo's decision to go public with her relationship stands out in an industry known for its strict control over idols' private lives. While some high-profile K-pop groups' members have previously revealed their relationships, it remains unusual as agencies often prefer to keep their artists' personal lives private to maintain the illusion of romantic availability to fans.
The emergence of K-pop stars like Jisoo embracing their personal relationships signals a shift in the industry's dynamics. As the K-pop phenomenon continues to gain global recognition, artists like Jisoo, who are part of internationally acclaimed groups like Blackpink, have more freedom and confidence to push back against the traditional constraints imposed by agencies. This growing sense of independence is a sign of the industry's maturation and the evolving mindset of both artists and fans.
While Jisoo's announcement has been met with generally positive reactions from fans, the cautionary tale of Kang Daniel and Jihyo's relationship outing in 2019 highlights the potential backlash and threats from certain fans. However, Jisoo's openness about her relationship indicates that the K-pop industry is gradually moving towards accepting artists' personal lives as they establish themselves as influential figures on the global stage.
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