BLACKPINK's Jisoo, left, and Seo In-guk / Xportsnews
A new Netflix series starring BLACKPINK’s Jisoo is drawing global attention — and reigniting a familiar debate. While some viewers remain skeptical about her acting, the romantic comedy’s unusual premise and star-packed “boyfriend” lineup are helping propel the show up Netflix’s charts.
The show marks Jisoo’s first solo lead drama, placing her squarely at the center of the story after several supporting roles since her acting debut in the 2021 JTBC drama “Snowdrop.” She has also appeared in films such as “Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy” as well as the Coupang Play series “Newtopia.”
But the new release has once again put her acting skills under scrutiny.
Since her debut, Jisoo has frequently faced criticism over pronunciation, vocal delivery and facial expressions. With “Boyfriend on Demand,” many viewers were curious to see whether she had improved.
Director Kim Jung-sik said the singer-turned-actress had worked hard for the role.
“I think Jisoo put in a lot of effort and handled the various settings and character well,” he said. “You can see the character grow in the drama, but I also think you will see Jisoo grow as an actress. Effort overcame talent.”
Jisoo said she hoped viewers would feel she had found a role that suited her.
“Because I’m playing a character around my own age, I wondered if I could portray her like a perfectly fitting outfit,” she said. “When you watch the series, I hope people feel that I finally met a character that suits me.”
A scene from "Boyfriend on Demand" / Courtesy of Netflix
Source: Korea Times News
