New Delhi, March 2 Jisoo, globally recognized as a member of the popular South Korean K-pop group Blackpink, says she is grateful for the love she has received from Indian fans, as well as fans worldwide, and it motivates her to work harder.
The singer is also known for her work as an actor and has appeared in popular K-dramas such as "Snowdrop" and "Newtopia". She now stars in Netflix's new romantic comedy show "Boyfriend on Demand".
When asked about her fan following in India, where fans have enjoyed hits like "DDU-DU DDU-DU", "Kill This Love", and "How You Like That", Jisoo expressed her deep gratitude.
"First of all, I can't thank you enough. I'm so grateful for all your love and support, and for always watching me. That's what really motivates me to strive for even better things and work harder. So I hope that this love and support will continue, and I thank you again," the 31-year-old told
In "Boyfriend on Demand", which imagines a world where users can subscribe to a virtual dating simulation service, Jisoo stars alongside actor Seo In-guk, known for his roles in "Doom at Your Service" and "Cafe Minamdang".
Seo, 38, thanked Indian fans and said he hopes to make them proud by doing diverse work.
"Thank you so much for giving me so much love. I'm grateful that you're always anticipating and enjoying everything I create, no matter what project it is.
"As Jisoo said, I think it's really thanks to all that love and support that we're able to enjoy what we do and be happy doing it. I'm always excited to see what we have in store for the fans. I hope you will continue to show us a lot of love and support. I hope I can repay you with love through various projects in the future," he said.
"Boyfriend on Demand" features Jisoo as Seo Mi-rae, a tired webtoon producer who longs for a second chance at love in virtual reality. She receives a "Monthly Boyfriend" device by chance, and when she enters this virtual reality, she encounters unrealistically perfect boyfriends, awakening her dormant desire for romance.
The singer-actor said "Boyfriend on Demand" marks her first "contemporary drama and also a rom-com".
"And because this character, Seo Mi-rae, is around the same age as me, there was a lot that I could really relate to. I feel like I created the character alongside her, and while being a part of her, I really grew to love her," she said about her character.
Seo essays the role of Park Kyeong-nam, Mi-rae's colleague and rival webtoon producer.
According to him, Park might be a frustrating character, but he had a lot of fun playing him and working with Jisoo.
"Thanks to her, I was able to portray Kyeong-nam in a way that is more stoic, even more ordinary, and at times awkward. I was able to do that very easily because my scene partner was Jisoo," he said.
In the show, the subscription-based virtual dating simulation programme promises users dates of their dreams, offering customized fantasy scenarios tailored to each person's ideal type.
So, if such a "Boyfriend on Demand" service existed in real life, would they consider subscribing to it? And what scenarios would they like to explore?
The two actors said they would be open to the idea.
Jisoo said, "I think the greatest plus of the 'Boyfriend on Demand' device is that you can do it at home, lying down, or even sleeping. I think that's the biggest charm. So, if I were to subscribe to the service, I would really want to go to places that I wouldn't normally be able to go."
Seo said he would love to be a part of the theme of dating the CEO of a company.
"It would be so extravagant, so fancy, and beautiful, visiting artistic palaces and different buildings. I would love to try it out because it's something I haven't experienced in real life," he added.
Directed by Kim Jung-sik, the series will also feature special appearances by actors Seo Kang-jun, Lee Soo-hyuk, Ong Seong-wu, Lee Jae-wook, Lee Hyun-wook, Jay Park, Kim Young-dae, and Lee Sang-yi.
"Boyfriend on Demand" will premiere on Netflix on March 6.