BLACKPINK Lisa was diagnosed with COVID-19.

On November 24th, YG Entertainment, said in an official statement, "Lisa has been diagnosed with COVID-19."

YG Entertainment said, "The three other BLACKPINK members have not yet been classified as close contacts, but upon receiving Lisa's COVID-19 positive test, they conducted a PCR test and are currently awaiting the results. We have taken intensive preemptive measures that exceed the guidelines of the health authorities and shared them accurately.”

◆ Full text of YG Entertainment's official position

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BLACKPINK's Lisa was diagnosed with COVID-19 on the afternoon of November 24th.

The three other Blackpink members have not yet been classified as close contacts, but as soon as Lisa was notified that she was positive for COVID-19, they performed a PCR test and are currently awaiting the results.

First of all, we have taken intensive preemptive measures beyond the guidelines of the health authorities by quickly and accurately sharing the relevant information with stakeholders.

In the future, we will spare no effort to support the health of our artists and staff around us as our top priority. If there are any changes in the future, we will notify you as soon as possible.

NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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