BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Wins Rising Star Award at Cannes Festival

BLACKPINK’s Jisoo received international recognition for her artistic potential as an actress in Cannes, France. On the 23rd (local time), she accepted the “Rising Star Award” presented by the French media outlet Madame Figaro during the opening ceremony of the 9th Cannes International Series Festival held in Cannes, southern France. This award is given to actors with outstanding artistic potential, highlighting promising individuals who are set to gain attention in the future.

That day, Jisoo stepped onto the festival’s pink carpet wearing a pink dress, drawing attention from local audiences. When her name was called as the winner at the ceremony, she expressed her gratitude, saying, “I’ve been striving to show new sides of myself through various activities,” and added, “Thank you for giving me this meaningful award.”

The organizers described Jisoo as a global K-pop icon and an emerging television star, selecting her as an artist from the new generation who can transcend borders and reinvent herself. The evaluation committee noted that she is expanding her scope of activity across different genres by balancing music and acting. They particularly praised her acting progress shown in works such as “Newtopia” and “Monthly Boyfriend.”

The main criteria for the Madame Figaro Rising Star Award include international influence, work output, and potential for artistic growth.