Here’s Why Fans Find the Rumor About BLACKPINK Rosé Joining “Sisters Who Make Waves 5” Unbelievable
Netizens are buzzing as rumors swirl about BLACKPINK’s Rosé possibly joining the cast of “Sisters Who Make Waves 5” in China
However, fans are starting to raise some valid questions about the possibility of Rosé’s appearance.
Allegedly, Rosé’s performances on the girl group survival show “Sisters Who Make Waves 5” will include BLACKPINK’s iconic hits like “Whistle,” “Boombayah,” “How You Like That,” and even tracks from their first full album, “The Album.” Not to mention Rosé’s solo songs “On The Ground” and “Gone” are rumored to make an appearance as well.
However, BLACKPINK members have typically refrained from solo appearances using the group’s songs. While Jennie did have two special stages at a Chanel show, they were cover performances of famous songs, not BLACKPINK hits. So, Rosé taking BLACKPINK’s songs to “Sisters Who Make Waves” is hard to believe.
Moreover, Rosé has shown a relatively minimal focus on the Chinese market in her solo activities. So far, she has worked with brands like YSL, Tiffany & Co., and Rimowa. Her fluent English skills have also paved the way for international recognition since her first solo release, which featured two songs in English. In BLACKPINK, Lisa is the only member who has previously appeared on a Chinese show in 2020.
The show’s criteria are worth considering as well. “Sisters Who Make Waves” contestants are female artists over 30 from various fields, with the goal of forming a group. Rosé, who is not yet 30, doesn’t quite fit the age criteria.
Additionally, her contractual obligations with YG Entertainment remain intact. If she were to participate and join the program’s debut girl group, it could impact BLACKPINK’s activities.
Finally, there’s the matter of China’s continued restrictions on the Hallyu wave. Reports suggest that Chinese authorities have completely ceased the airing of K-dramas since March. In a landscape where K-content is struggling to find its way to audiences, the notion of a K-pop idol like Rosé appearing on Chinese TV becomes challenging.
Source: K14
