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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo faces fallout from brother’s alleged scandal, raising questions about celebrity accountability in Korea

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By Xportsnews
  • Published May 31, 2025 12:14 pm KST
BLACKPINK's Jisoo / Xportsnews

BLACKPINK's Jisoo / Xportsnews

BLACKPINK member Jisoo is facing unexpected backlash after her older brother was accused of secretly filming a sexual encounter without consent and sharing the footage with acquaintances.

The controversy began with a post on the anonymous workplace community Blind, titled "I was secretly filmed by BLACKPINK Jisoo’s brother." The writer alleged that she had been filmed without her knowledge during a sexual encounter with Jisoo’s brother, surnamed Kim, and that the video had been shared among Kim’s acquaintances. The post has since been deleted.

BLACKPINK's Jisoo / Xportsnews

BLACKPINK's Jisoo / Xportsnews

Although the accusation centers on Jisoo’s brother, her name has been prominently featured in headlines across online platforms, leading to public misunderstanding and some mistakenly believing Jisoo herself was involved in the controversy.

The situation has raised concerns about the potential damage to Jisoo’s career. She recently established her own one-personal agency, BLISSOO, and has been expanding her activities as an actress and solo artist. The allegation could harm her brand image, affect endorsements, and create challenges for her ongoing projects in dramas and advertising.

Adding to the complexity, reports suggest Jisoo’s brother has close ties to BLISSOO, potentially impacting the agency’s public perception as well.

BLACKPINK's Jisoo / Xportsnews

BLACKPINK's Jisoo / Xportsnews

What troubles fans most is that Jisoo, who has no direct connection to the controversy, is now facing demands to clarify. While she should not be held accountable for her family member’s actions, some are expecting a statement from her.

Meanwhile, Kim’s side has denied the accusation, saying it was "groundless" and that they were preparing for legal action.

Regardless of the outcome, the controversy has cast a heavy shadow over Jisoo’s career.

This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.