How BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Became Friends with Karina and Jung Ho-yeon—Adorably Heartwarming!

Poised and elegant at first glance, but BLACKPINK’s Jisoo is well-known for her warm personality and, surprisingly, her impressive network of celebrity friends.

Just a glance at her close circle reveals names like Netflix Series 'Sweet Home' star Go Min-si, Actor Hyeri, aespa’s Karina, and 'Squid Game' global sensation Jung Ho-yeon—all icons in their own right.

On February 6, Jisoo caught attention when she revealed on the YouTube channel 'KODE' that she goes to the same Pilates studio with Hyeri and Jung Ho-yeon, further emphasizing her strong ties in the industry. The real buzz, however, came when she disclosed how she became friends with Karina and Jung Ho-yeon, giving fans a glimpse into her unexpected connections.

During her appearance on the YouTube channel 'TEO'’s 'Salon Drip 2' on February 4, Jisoo opened up about her friendship with Karina. “My salon Manager and Karina’s salon mangager are close,” she explained. “They were talking and thought it would be great for us to hang out. That’s how we got introduced,” Jisoo said, revealing the surprising link that brought them together. The two idols naturally hit it off, scheduling meetups and bonding over shared interests.

So, what do two of K-pop’s top girl group members do when they hang out? Surprisingly, it’s quite ordinary. “We ate, went to a café, and talked,” Jisoo said with a laugh. She also shared that they discussed the industry, including trending topics like dance challenges.

Jisoo further elaborated on her friendship with Jung Ho-yeon during the February 5 episode of Youtube Channel 'KODE'. “We have a lot of mutual friends, so we’d often run into each other at events,” Jisoo revealed. Jung Ho-yeon then recalled a pivotal moment that solidified their bond.

“It was when BLACKPINK had their concert in LA. I attended, but I was so drunk,” she admitted, laughing. In her high-energy state, she approached Jisoo—despite not being close at the time—and said, “Jisoo, you worked so hard today.” This spontaneous interaction sparked a genuine friendship, and the two have stayed in touch ever since, regularly texting and meeting up when their schedules align.

Upcoming Projects: Jisoo’s Busy 2025

Fans of Jisoo can expect plenty from her this year. Beyond BLACKPINK’s highly anticipated group comeback, Jisoo is set to make waves in both K-drama and K-pop. On February 7, she’ll star as the lead in the new Coupang Play drama 'Newtopia', marking her latest acting venture. And on February 14, she will drop her new mini-album 'AMORTAGE.' BLACKPINK's world tour is also officially scheduled.

With her ever-growing list of star-studded friendships and exciting career milestones, Jisoo continues to prove she’s much more than just a K-pop sensation—she’s a true powerhouse on and off the stage.