BLACKPINK’s Rosé and The White Lotus season 3 actor Tayme Thapthimthong connected at Coachella 2025, forming a new friendship while supporting their mutual friend, Lisa, during her electrifying solo performance. Thanks to Lisa’s introduction and her mother’s warm matchmaking, the two bonded in the festival’s vibrant atmosphere, creating a heartwarming moment that fans celebrated widely.
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is known for unforgettable performances and unexpected connections. This year, Lisa’s solo debut on the Sahara Stage brought together her BLACKPINK bandmate Rosé and her The White Lotus co-star Tayme Thapthimthong in a special way. Their meeting, filled with shared excitement and support for Lisa, has fans buzzing about this new friendship.
Lisa’s Show-Stopping Coachella Performance
On April 11, 2025, Lisa took the Sahara Stage at Coachella for her first solo set, delivering a high-energy performance that left the crowd in awe. She performed tracks from her debut solo album, Alter Ego, released on February 28, 2025. The set featured 14 songs, including new hits like Thunder, Lifestyle, ROCKSTAR, and Born Again, alongside earlier favorites such as MONEY.
Lisa opened with Thunder, wearing a futuristic metallic bodysuit with reptilian spikes, designed by Asher Levine.
Her performance included over five costume changes, from a lizard-inspired look to a Hello Kitty-themed outfit.
A live band, synchronized dancers, and cinematic stage production enhanced the show.
Lisa’s vocals and rapping were praised for their strength, addressing past lip-sync critiques.
During her set, Lisa gave a playful shoutout to The White Lotus fans, saying:
This is Lisa, for the White Lotus fans, you might be surprised to see Mook onstage. This is her when she’s not working, you know?
Her performance ran from 7:45 p.m. to 8:40 p.m. local time, captivating thousands in the audience, including her close friends.
Rosé and Tayme’s Heartwarming Meeting
Rosé, a member of BLACKPINK, attended Coachella to cheer for Lisa, her longtime bandmate. While in the friends and family section, she met Tayme Thapthimthong, who plays Gaitok in The White Lotus season 3 alongside Lisa’s character, Mook. The introduction came courtesy of Lisa’s mother, Chitthip Brüschweiler, who warmly brought the two together.
Tayme, experiencing Coachella for the first time, shared his excitement on Instagram, posting videos and photos of Lisa’s performance and his interaction with Rosé. He wrote:
My first day and first time at Coachella and I got to see Lisa perform live for the very first time!! It was such an incredible performance and perfectly executed, and I am so happy I got to see her do her thing. So proud of you! Thank you so much for having me there! A Big Thank you to Lisa’s mum, who introduced me to Rosé also, she was so lovely.
Videos of Rosé and Tayme shaking hands and chatting went viral, with fans noting their genuine connection. Rosé was seen holding a bouquet of yellow roses, cheering enthusiastically for Lisa, while Tayme soaked in the festival’s energy alongside her.
Tayme and Lisa first connected while filming The White Lotus season 3 in Thailand, where their characters, Gaitok and Mook, share a charming onscreen dynamic. Off-screen, their friendship grew naturally through shared activities like jet skiing, meals, and karaoke. Tayme previously shared that Lisa asked to speak in English during filming to practice, a request that deepened their bond.
I thought she’d prefer speaking Thai since our roles were in Thai and we’re both Thai. But she just started talking to me in English. Then one day, she said, “Can we speak in English? I want to practice.” And from then on, we did, said Tayme.
This friendship set the stage for Tayme’s warm meeting with Rosé at Coachella, facilitated by Lisa’s close-knit circle.
Fans Celebrate the New Friendship
Fans flooded social media with reactions to Rosé and Tayme’s meeting, praising the supportive vibe among Lisa’s friends. Many referenced The White Lotus, jokingly tying Tayme’s character to the event:
Mook and Gaitok in Coachella!
Others highlighted Lisa’s mother’s role, with one fan commenting:
I love the idea that Lisa’s mom is just chilling somewhere in Coachella being the auntie to Tayme and introducing him to her friends.
Some playfully teased Tayme’s character, noting:
Once again, Gaitok only focused on Mook, not guarding the gate.
The lighthearted comments reflected fans’ joy in seeing Rosé, Tayme, and Lisa’s worlds collide at the festival.
A Growing Circle of Support
The Coachella moment wasn’t just about Rosé and Tayme’s new connection. Other The White Lotus cast members, like Patrick Schwarzenegger, who plays Saxon, also attended to support Lisa. Patrick was spotted dancing in the front row, waving a Lisa light stick, with his fiancée, Abby Champion, by his side.
Fans praised the cast’s camaraderie, with one writing:
Man, how nice that her The White Lotus castmates went to see her.
Another added:
Happy to see people who were on the same project as Lisa supporting each other like this.
Rosé also shared a sweet moment with Lisa backstage, posting a video asking her about headlining Coachella solo. The clip, along with Rosé hugging Lisa’s mother, warmed fans’ hearts, emphasizing the deep bond within BLACKPINK.
Looking Ahead for the Trio
This Coachella gathering hints at a blossoming friendship among Rosé, Tayme, and Lisa. With BLACKPINK set to kick off a world tour in July 2025, starting in South Korea and hitting cities like Los Angeles, Paris, and London, fans hope to see more interactions among the trio. Tayme, meanwhile, is exploring music opportunities after his breakout role, sparking curiosity about potential collaborations with Lisa.
The festival’s magic brought these stars together, creating memories that fans will cherish. As their friendship grows, Coachella 2025 will be remembered as the moment Rosé and Tayme connected, all thanks to Lisa’s radiant performance.
