Lisa Addresses Past Controversy
BLACKPINK's Lisa Apologizes For Using Slur in Decade-Old Trainee Footage
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The documentary reportedly identifies the person who leaked the footage as the “YG Leaker,” who allegedly also made death threats against Lisa after releasing the clips in March 2025.
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According to the documentary, Lisa’s label LLOUD wanted to respond publicly, but YG Entertainment opposed issuing a statement; the teams reportedly feared that speaking out amid backlash and death threats could escalate the situation.
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The film reportedly shows that the videos featured the future BLACKPINK members—likely teenagers at the time—practicing rap covers whose lyrics contained the slur, rather than performing an original song.
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“Always Lalisa” includes interviews with Lisa’s family and “The White Lotus” creator Mike White, and is scheduled for a theatrical and IMAX release on Oct. 12 before arriving on YouTube Premium later in the year.
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The documentary also explores pressures surrounding Lisa’s celebrity image, including her account of having to conceal romantic relationships to preserve her commercial appeal while BLACKPINK was on hiatus for solo projects.
BLACKPINK's Lisa apologized at the Toronto International Film Festival for using the N-word in decade-old footage from her trainee years, saying she grew up in Thailand without understanding the term's history or racial significance. iHeartRadio reported that she has since educated herself and recognizes the word was wrong to use.
The footage surfaced online in 2025 ahead of Lisa's solo Coachella performance. She said the controversy was painful because it distracted from her preparation. Her documentary "Always Lalisa" reportedly addresses why she did not issue a public response when the clips emerged.NT News
Videos Featured Trainee Rap Covers With Slur
The leaked videos showed Lisa and future BLACKPINK members—likely teenagers at the time—practicing rap covers whose lyrics contained the slur. The footage was not original material written by the group. Adelaide Now confirmed the videos featured the artists performing covers with offensive language included in the source material.
Label Feared Escalation After Death Threats
Lisa's label LLOUD wanted to respond publicly to the leaked footage, but YG Entertainment opposed issuing a statement. The documentary reportedly identifies the person who leaked the clips as the "YG Leaker," who also allegedly made death threats against Lisa after releasing the material in March 2025. The teams feared that speaking out amid backlash and threats could make the situation worse.
Documentary Explores Celebrity Pressures and BLACKPINK Future
"Always Lalisa" includes interviews with Lisa's family and "The White Lotus" creator Mike White. The film explores pressures surrounding her celebrity image, including Lisa's account of having to hide romantic relationships to preserve her commercial appeal during BLACKPINK's hiatus. The Mercury reported the documentary will have a theatrical and IMAX release on October 12 before arriving on YouTube Premium later in the year.
Lisa reaffirmed her commitment to BLACKPINK, saying she hopes the group will continue performing together for decades to come. The documentary marks a rare public reflection on the scandal and her journey as a global pop icon.
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