Overview
- Sony Music Vision announced that Always Lalisa will begin a limited global IMAX and theatrical engagement on October 12, with tickets for the screenings going on sale September 9.
- Multiple outlets report the film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival before its theatrical run, though publications differ on the exact festival screening date.
- Directed by Sue Kim and produced with RCA, Tremolo, Salt Water and Lloud Co., the documentary follows a year in which Lisa steps away from BLACKPINK to focus on solo music, acting and brand building.
- In on-camera revelations for the film, Lisa says K‑pop idols ‘can’t date,’ describes hiding past relationships to protect BLACKPINK’s popularity, and says the song “Dream” was written about a secret romance whose subject approved release only if they could not be identified.
- The release is timed to support Lisa’s wider solo rollout, including her EP Press Play on October 23 and a Las Vegas residency and acting projects, and it highlights how industry dating norms shape idols’ private lives and public careers.