BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Cancels Public Appearance, Prompting Emotional Fan Reaction

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo is facing backlash amid ongoing controversy surrounding her brother’s abuse allegations.

The controversy began when a man identified as Jisoo’s brother, Kim Jung Hun, was arrested earlier this month. A female streamer accused him of sexual assault, blackmail, and other crimes. Additional accusations came from his alleged wife.

Soon after, Jisoo faced public criticism. Her agency responded, clarifying that Jisoo’s business has no ties to Kim Jung Hun and that she has essentially cut ties with him.

As the situation unfolded, Jisoo prepared for an upcoming schedule in Paris. Normally, media cover idols’ airport departures with livestreams and interviews. However, Dimaco, the fashion marketing company handling her schedule, announced the cancellation of her public appearance at the airport.

Due to unavoidable internal circumstances, the scheduled press coverage of Jisoo’s airport departure for today has been canceled.
— Dimaco

Fans quickly reacted to the canceled appearance on social media.

i know it’s for the best but this is so sad it came to this smh, this was supposed to be happiest departure for her
— swaraa (@ladydiorz)

Aww… that’s a bit sad, but I guess it’s for the best.. away from the media who might have swarmed her with questions. At least she didn’t cancel her schedule. Can’t wait to see you at Canneseries, Jisoo!
— J슈 (@AsianDramaLuv)

It’s not just for her safety but there would have been a huge number of reporters there tomorrow and that could have disrupted other people at the airport. I think this is the right decision
— 4⃣랑 (@F0RSOOYAAA)

The backlash against BLACKPINK’s Jisoo continues as the scandal involving her brother Kim Jung Hun unfolds. Her agency’s statements and the canceled airport appearance show efforts to manage the situation while she moves forward with her schedule.