Get ready to rock! Global superstar Lisa of BLACKPINK is set to ignite the world with her brand new single, “ROCKSTAR,” on June 28th. And guess what? She’s bringing a taste of Thailand to the global stage!
The excitement reached fever pitch when Lisa dropped a tantalizing 10-second teaser for “ROCKSTAR” sending fans into a frenzy. The snippet revealed that the music video, Lisa’s first solo project under her own company, was filmed in her homeland, Thailand.
Adding to the thrill, Lisa chose iconic Bangkok landmarks like Yaowarat (Chinatown) and the abandoned New World mall in Banglamphu as backdrops for her visually stunning music video.
Eagle-eyed fans quickly identified a scene in the “ROCKSTAR” teaser featuring an escalator bathed in eerie red light – a dead giveaway for anyone familiar with the haunting beauty of the deserted New World mall. Once a bustling shopping center, the building has been abandoned for over a decade. However, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has recently begun revitalizing the area, aiming to transform it into a must-visit tourist destination and a fresh landmark in the historic Rattanakosin Island area.
Another instantly recognizable location is the vibrant Yaowarat district. The teaser showcases Lisa amidst the bustling night market, framed by a dazzling display of neon signs in Thai and Chinese. Another captivating scene shows Lisa walking confidently down the street, flanked by dancers, hinting at an electrifying dance sequence set against the backdrop of Yaowarat’s vibrant energy.
Adding another layer of authentic Thai flavor, the teaser features a shot of three men seated outside a tattoo parlor, showcasing an iconic aspect of Thai culture often associated with tourists.
By choosing these distinctive locations, Lisa is not just showcasing her Thai heritage, but also leveraging her immense global platform to boost Thailand’s soft power. Her decision to film “ROCKSTAR” in Thailand is sure to attract global attention and pique the interest of international audiences, further cementing her status as a cultural icon and a proud ambassador for her homeland.
