It has been confirmed that the female Thai kickboxer who became the “K-1 World Grand Prix 2022 Japan” champion is a cousin of BLACKPINK member Lisa.
On June 27th (local time), Thai media THAI PBS reported that Chanthakan Manobal (19 years old, real name Phayahong Ayothayafightgym) has become the champion of the “K-1 World Grand Prix 2022 Japan”.
According to the report, she beat Japan’s Sugawara Miyuu 2-1 in the K-1 final at the Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo on June 25th. She became Thailand’s first woman K-1 kickboxing champion.
The news of Chanthakan’s victory drew keen attention from K-pop fans. It is because of her relationship with BLACKPINK’s Lisa.
Chanthakan also mentioned Lisa in an interview with Japanese media. She said, “My cousin (Lisa) went abroad for her idol activities when she was young so I’ve never met her”, adding “I also want to become famous like her”.
Regarding the compliment that she looks like Japanese actress Yui Okada, Chanthakan said, “I don’t know who she is but I’m happy to hear that. Thank you.”
Meanwhile, Lisa’s group BLACKPINK is preparing for their comeback as a whole group this summer.
Source: Dispatch
