Did Lisa's rumored boyfriend Frédéric Arnault plan sudden work trip to attend BLACKPINK's Goyang Concert?
Lisa's rumored boyfriend Frédéric Arnault's spends time in South Korea
Frédéric Arnault is reportedly in Seoul, South Korea currently. On July 7, he set off a whirlwind tour of Seoul's top department stores, focusing on boutiques under the LVMH banner. His busy schedule included visits to Lotte Department Store's Avenuel in Jamsil, the main Lotte branch, Shinsegae Department Store locations in Gangnam and Myeongdong, and Galleria Luxury Hall.
The next morning, on July 8, Frédéric Arnault inspected Hyundai Department Store's flagship store in Apgujeong. During his trip, he also met with key executives in Korea's retail sector. But fans feel the business tycoon must have made adjustments in his work schedule to be there for his rumored beau Lisa's DEADLINE concert.
Frédéric Arnault's Seoul visit sparks speculation of meeting Lisa after BLACKPINK's Goyang show
The timing of Frédéric Arnault's Seoul visit sparked intense speculation among fans. It coincided with BLACKPINK's DEADLINE World Tour's July 5-6 Goyang shows. Thus, many believe his trip was not solely business-related, and was intentionally planned to coincide with Lisa's presence in the country.
Despite no sightings at the concert, fans think Frédéric Arnault might have kept a low profile during the event or flown into South Korea after the show to have some quality time with Lisa before her next concert dates. An X-user predicted that the alleged supportive boyfriend of the Rockstar singer will also be travelling with the girls to their next concert venuea to be there for Lisa.
They stated, "Fred about to be in the US and EUR leg [of DEADLINE tour] just wait and watch." BLACPINK will be performing next at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on July 12 and 13.
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