BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has sent fans into a frenzy with a mysterious new teaser for an upcoming project titled “EYES CLOSED”. The announcement, which she shared directly with her followers, strongly suggests a musical collaboration is on the way. Industry reports indicate the duet partner is former One Direction member Zayn Malik, potentially marking Jisoo’s first major international collaboration.
The “EYES CLOSED” Teaser
On October 6 KST, Jisoo posted a series of striking photos on her personal Instagram that revealed a bold new style. In the images, she wears a structured black off-shoulder outfit with long, straight ebony hair, a significant shift from her previous dreamy concepts to a more mature and chic look. The atmospheric photoshoot featured dramatic lighting and a red-toned floor, creating a mysterious vibe.
One of the photos highlighted the words “EYES CLOSED”, while another image included a shadowy silhouette of a male figure in the background, sparking immediate speculation about a collaboration. Jisoo removed all doubt with her direct caption:
“a duet is near.”
The post quickly amassed hundreds of thousands of likes and thousands of excited comments from fans worldwide.
Who is the Mystery Duet Partner?
While Jisoo’s teaser did not officially name her collaborator, multiple industry sources have identified the partner. An exclusive report from The Korea Herald cited an industry insider who stated that Jisoo has recorded a new ballad duet with Zayn Malik.
The silhouette in Jisoo’s teaser bears a strong resemblance to the British singer-songwriter, and fans were quick to connect the dots. Zayn was spotted attending BLACKPINK’s New York concert in July with his daughter, Khai. After the show, he shared a thankful post on Instagram, writing:
“@BLACKPINKOFFICIAL THANK YOU 🙂 ME & KHAI LOVED IT.”
If confirmed, this collaboration would be a significant milestone, marking Zayn’s first entry into the K-pop world and Jisoo’s first international duet as a solo artist.
Fan Excitement and Reaction
The announcement ignited immediate excitement across social media platforms. Fans, known as Blinks, expressed their anticipation for the new music and celebrated Jisoo’s evolving concept.
One fan on X (formerly Twitter) declared, “MOTHERQUAKE IS COMING,” a reference to the success of Jisoo’s previous solo track “Earthquake.” Another fan tweeted, “Can’t wait to hear this JISOO never misses,” while a different user stated, “And i speak for everyone with TASTE when i say that WE WILL BE STREAMING.”
Many commented on the intriguing title and potential pairing. One fan noted, “That title alone sounds dangerous if it’s really a duet, we’re about to witness pure elegance and chaos in one track,” while another simply said, “Eyes closed? Mine are WIDE open for this!”
Jisoo’s Musical Evolution
“EYES CLOSED” will be Jisoo’s first musical release since her debut solo EP, “Amortage”, which came out on February 14, 2025. That project, released under her own label Blissoo, included the tracks “Earthquake,” “Your Love,” “Tears,” and “Hugs & Kisses.” It was a commercial success, selling over 523,000 copies in its first week and debuting at number one on the Circle Album Chart.
This new project signals a continued evolution in her sound and visual style, moving towards a darker and more sophisticated aesthetic compared to her earlier work.
Project Release and Timing
The new single is expected to be released sometime in October 2025, though an exact date has not yet been announced. This release comes as Jisoo is in the middle of BLACKPINK’s ongoing world tour, “Deadline.” The tour began in Seoul in July, and after a short break, is scheduled to resume with a concert in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on October 18.
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