BLACKPINK's Lisa Confirms 'Notting Hill'‑Inspired Netflix Romantic Comedy as Her Next Lead Film Project
BLACKPINK's Lisa has confirmed that her next major screen project will be a Netflix feature-length romantic comedy inspired by the classic 1999 film "Notting Hill," marking her first time leading an English‑language movie.
Netflix announced that Lisa, whose full name is Lalisa Manobal, has been cast as the main lead in the still‑untitled romantic comedy, which takes cues from the Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant hit about an unlikely romance between a global star and an ordinary London shop owner.
The new film is described as "Notting Hill‑inspired" and "modern," with details about the exact plot, character names, co‑stars, and release schedule yet to be revealed, but the project is confirmed as a Netflix original feature.
The screenplay is written by Katie Silberman, the rom‑com writer behind Netflix's "Set It Up" and the acclaimed film "Booksmart," raising expectations that the movie will balance light comedy with emotional depth, according to allkpop.
Industry reports say the idea for the project grew during production of HBO's "The White Lotus" Season 3, where Lisa made her acting debut as the character Mook and worked closely with executive producer David Bernad. Bernad is now reuniting with Lisa to produce the Netflix film, continuing their collaboration in a more light‑hearted genre.
Lisa will not only star in the romantic comedy but also serve as an executive producer alongside Alice Kang, giving her more creative input as she builds a parallel career in film. The project places her at the center of a mainstream English‑language movie, a step up from ensemble television work and a sign of confidence from Netflix in her global appeal, Forbes reported.
Commentators see the casting as a key moment in her "acting era," following strong reactions to her performance in The White Lotus and her established popularity as a BLACKPINK member and solo artist.
This "Notting Hill"‑inspired romantic comedy joins a growing list of Lisa's on‑screen projects, including her attachment to Netflix's planned action film TYGO, which is linked to the "Extraction" franchise.
For now, Netflix has not confirmed when production will start or when the rom‑com will premiere on the platform, but entertainment outlets report that the film is being treated as a major global release.
With plot and casting details still under wraps, anticipation is building among BLINKs and rom‑com fans who are waiting to see how Lisa's first lead film role will reinterpret the beloved "Notting Hill" formula for a new audience, as per the Times of India.
Originally published on Kpop Starz
