Lisa (Blackpink)'s debut film faces controversy

The movie "The White Lotus" starring Lisa (Blackpink) caused controversy before its release.

Lisa made her acting debut in “The White Lotus” part 3. Photo: Producer

Earlier this year, the news that K-pop idol Lisa (Blackpink) would be joining the third season of the hit HBO series “The White Lotus” attracted attention. This work marked Lisa’s debut as an actress.

“The White Lotus 3” has been in production since February in Koh Samui, Phuket and Bangkok, Thailand - Lisa's hometown, with the participation of Lisa and the cast Leslie Bibb, Dom Hetrakul, Jason Isaacs, Michelle Monaghan, Patrick Schwarzenegger...

On August 5, the first introductory videos and images of the film were released, revealing that the film will be released in 2025.

Although Lisa did not appear, this raised fans' expectations for the female idol's debut role.

However, after the producer's move, "The White Lotus 3" unexpectedly received a lot of criticism for the colors used in the film.

The trailer for “The White Lotus 3” uses a distinct yellow effect. Photo: Producer

The film has a rather strong yellow effect. Many people think that, not a few Hollywood movies The use of this color to attempt to portray "third world" countries (developing countries with mostly poor people and low standards of living), or as different from Western countries, is often negative.

Previously, Song Joong Ki's Korean drama "Reborn Rich" was also criticized for being "disrespectful to Istanbul" for using a similar color tone.

Contrary to the introduction "New luxuries await you in Thailand", many viewers believe that the producer did not respect this country.

They are angry that a beautiful country like Thailand is shown in dull, lackluster colors, instead of showing off its full beauty and vibrancy.

Fans hope that it's just the color in the teaser video and that when the movie airs, it will have a different effect.

Lisa added Thai elements to the MV many times. Photo: Instagram

Lisa (Blackpink) is Kpop idol has repeatedly shown pride in her homeland in her music products. Therefore, it would be a pity if her debut as an actress was overshadowed by unnecessary controversies.

Written and directed by Mike White, the satirical comedy series “The White Lotus” critiques the privilege and hypocrisy of the super-rich.

Season 1 premiered in 2021, set in a luxury resort in Hawaii (USA), and won 10 Emmy Awards. Season 2 premiered in 2022, set in Sicily (Italy), and won 5 Emmy Awards and 2 Golden Globe Awards.

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