BTS' Jungkook's Instagram update revives famous 'Liskook' ship as BLACKPINK's Lisa drops Dream MV hinting at past relationship
LISA's DREAM music video delivers a heartfelt cinematic story with Kentaro Sakaguchi
BLACKPINK's LISA has unveiled her latest single, DREAM, with a music video that feels more like a short film than a standard pop release. Co-starring popular Japanese actor Kentaro Sakaguchi and directed by Ojun Kwon, the project marks a notable shift from LISA's signature high-energy tracks, embracing a slower, more soulful ballad style.
The song's lyrics dwell on themes of yearning and the fragile hope of reconnection, wrapped in imagery that blurs the edges of memory and reality, which hints at a love story that was unfortunately cut short. Rather than relying on flashy choreography or elaborate sets, the video focuses on soft camera movements, muted lighting, and a nostalgic colour palette to set the tone.
While DREAM might surprise fans expecting her usual pop punch, it showcases another side of LISA — one that leans into vulnerability and storytelling. The combination of her emotive delivery and Sakaguchi's subtle performance creates a layered portrait of love and distance that lingers long after the video ends.
Jungkook's Instagram post fuels renewed dating rumours with BLACKPINK's Lisa
Jungkook has stirred fresh chatter online after fans began linking his recent Instagram activity to BLACKPINK's Lisa. The timing was enough to 'reignite' long-standing dating rumours between the two idols, which have occasionally surfaced over the years. It was also noticeable because Jungkook has barely updated anything on his personal Instagram account that he recently launched.
Just hours before Lisa unveiled her new DREAM music video, Jungkook posted an Instagram story featuring the track Stay by Gracie Abrams. While on its own the post might seem unrelated, fans quickly began drawing connections — noting that the song's themes of longing and emotional distance echo the tone of Lisa's ballad.
Jungkook later followed up with another Instagram song recommendation, this time featuring Weather by Novo Amor.
Some netizens suggested the timing was too coincidental to ignore, especially given that both idols are among the most-watched figures in K-pop and any overlap in their activities tends to spark speculation. Others argued it could simply be a case of fans reading too much into a song choice, pointing out that Jungkook has often shared music he enjoys without deeper meaning.
It gets to a point…😀😀😀liskook truther in me is coming out#LISAxDREAM pic.twitter.com/07untbvosZ
Jungkook I cannot defend you your timings are kinda……😭 pic.twitter.com/YfkL8al5Rt
Regardless of intent, the post fuelled conversation across social media, with K-pop fans dissecting the possible link between Jungkook's story and Lisa's release.
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