JISOO of BLACKPINK is stepping into a world where everything moves around her in Portraits of a Woman in Motion, a new four-part micro film series created in collaboration with London-based fashion house self-portrait.
Unveiled on 10 November, the project marks the second chapter of the singer and actress' ongoing collaboration with the brand. Shot in Seoul by photographer and director Oliver Hadlee Pearch, the series places JISOO against rapidly changing, surreal backdrops, exploring the idea of remaining true to oneself amid the constant movement of modern life.
Unlike their previous film series, Portraits of a Screen Star, released earlier this autumn, which saw JISOO transform into four distinct characters, the latest instalment reverses the concept. This time, JISOO remains calm and composed while her surroundings transform dramatically, with flickering lights, accelerated movement, and seemingly fractured moments in time.
The series premiered with its first episode, ‘the restaurant’, on 10 November. Set against a bustling dining environment, the film captures JISOO maintaining her serene presence as the world around her moves at a dizzying pace. She wears a multi-textured knit cardigan, lilac viscose contrast lace blouse, and gold sequin midi skirt from self-portrait's latest collection.
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The concept was inspired by the singer's ability to remain grounded despite her demanding schedule and ever-changing surroundings.
Han Chong, founder and creative director of self-portrait, explained: "What I have noticed over the years that we have been working together, is that JISOO never changes for the room or situation she's in. She is incredibly calm and centred - present for every interaction."
He added that the project celebrates this quality by placing JISOO in fantastical environments that move around her, reflecting the brand's philosophy of creating clothes that complement women's lives rather than define them.
For JISOO, the series also reflects her own experiences navigating life as a global performer, actress, and fashion figure.
"I feel like life moves so quickly nowadays. For me, I'm constantly shifting between different cities, stages, studios and days that never look the same," she shared.
"What I love about Han's work for self-portrait is that I always feel like myself in the clothes no matter what I'm doing, and that is a very unique skill."
She continued: "With this latest project, I think we managed to show this in an entertaining way - the way that our world constantly moves around us, but that there is strength in being completely and effortlessly yourself. It was a lot of fun making it!"
JISOO has maintained a longstanding relationship with self-portrait, having been unveiled as one of the fashion house's faces in March 2024. The partnership marked the first time the brand had enlisted a musician to front its campaigns, with the singer continuing to represent the label both on and off the stage.
The new series also builds on self-portrait's growing exploration of fashion and filmmaking, following projects including Sandiwara, a short film directed by Sean Baker and starring Michelle Yeoh, which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival earlier this year.
The second episode of Portraits of a Woman in Motion is scheduled for release on 12 November, with two further instalments to follow. Fans can explore the project and self-portrait's latest collection through the brand's official website.
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