Jisoo’s Upcoming Surprise
Jisoo from Blackpink is cooking something special for her fans, and it seems like she’s bringing a big pop star along for the ride. The K-Pop sensation recently dropped a cryptic teaser on social media, hinting at an upcoming surprise with a shady silhouette that suggests the track will be a duet.
The Mystery Collaborator
While the identity of the mystery collaborator remains under wraps, a report in the Korea Herald suggests that Jisoo has teamed up with none other than Zayn Malik, the British heartthrob who has made a name for himself as a former member of the chart-topping boy band One Direction. According to a source, "Jisoo will release a new ballad duet with Zayn at some point this month."
Teaser Pictures and Clues
In the teaser pictures published on Instagram, Jisoo takes center stage with a pose, while a male figure stands in the background with his back turned, hiding his facial features. However, the tattoo on the back of the mystery singer’s head bears a striking resemblance to Zayn Malik’s. The pictures also reveal that the single is titled "Eyes Closed." Jisoo captioned the post, "Two voices, one orbit. In short." Although Jisoo doesn’t explicitly mention Zayn, the clues point to a potential collaboration between the two artists.
A Months-Long Collaboration
The potential collaboration could have been in the works for months. In July, Zayn Malik was spotted at Blackpink’s show at the New York Metlife Stadium with his daughter Khai in tow. He later shared a snapshot from the concert on Instagram, showing himself and Khai enjoying the show. Malik captioned the post, "@Blackpinkofficial Thank you 🙂 I & Khai loved it." This encounter may have laid the groundwork for the upcoming collaboration.
Jisoo’s Break from Touring
The timing of the collaboration works out perfectly, as Jisoo is currently taking a break from Blackpink’s "Deadline" World Tour, which kicked off in Seoul in July. After the group performed at the London O2 Arena on August 15-16, they are set to resume the tour in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on October 18. This break has given Jisoo the opportunity to focus on her solo projects, including the upcoming single with Zayn Malik.
Jisoo’s Solo Music
The upcoming single would mark Jisoo’s first new music since she dropped her solo EP "Amortage" in February. The project showcased her singing talents over four tracks: "Earthquake," "Your Love," "Tears," and "Humanities & Kisses." This new collaboration with Zayn Malik is highly anticipated, as it will give fans a chance to see Jisoo’s growth as a solo artist.
Zayn Malik’s Solo Career
As for Zayn Malik, the singer left One Direction, one of the best-selling boy bands in history, to pursue a successful solo career. He has explored R&B and alternative pop sounds, deviating from his 1D days. A collaboration with Jisoo would be an exciting new chapter in his solo career, bringing together two talented artists from different genres.
The Buzz Around the Collaboration
Diversity has reached out to Jisoo’s label YG Entertainment and Malik’s publicists, but neither party has confirmed the collaboration at the time of printing. Nevertheless, fans are already buzzing with excitement about the potential pairing of K-POP royalty and British pop aristocracy. The upcoming single is sure to generate a lot of buzz, and fans can’t wait to see what Jisoo and Zayn Malik have in store for them.
