Updated May 6th 2025, 06:22 IST
BLACKPINK Lisa's Met Gala debut turned out to be controversial as the popstar and The While Lotus 3 actress' underwear was noticed as having the face of Rosa Parks, an American activist in the civil rights movement.
Lisa was joined by her band members Rose and Jennie at the Met Gala red carpet. Lisa wore Louis Vuitton as the 28-year-old is a global ambassador for the brand. She wore a black bodysuit with a long-sleeved jacket over the top. She paired the bodysuit with a pearl and gold waist chain, a pair of Vuitton branded tights and a monogram bag. While stunning, her look invited criticism as it had the face of Rosa Parks on her underwear.
Lisa's photos went viral on social media with many questioning the idea behind the getup. "Lisa of BLACKPINK attended the Met Gala wearing pants emblazoned with the face of Rosa Parks, a highly respected and revered figure in the fight against racial segregation and discrimination in the United States," pointed out a social media user. Another one said, "Not apologizing for the nword but got Rosa parks on your panties is crazy work (sic)." ANother one said, "I pray that the spirit of Rosa Park haunts this little girl for the rest of her life (sic)."
In the past, Lisa and other BLACKPINK members have been bashed for allegedly using a racial term in a derogatory manner to address people of colour. Jennie, Lisa and Rose allegedly used the term in a video shared by a former employee from their company, YG Entertainment. The group has not apologised for it.
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Published May 6th 2025, 06:22 IST