BLACKPINK’s Lisa tests positive for Covid-19

Lisa has tested positive for Covid (Picture: Han Myung-Gu/WireImage)

BLACKPINK are awaiting Covid-19 tests after bandmate Lisa tested positive.

The K-pop band’s agency YG Entertainment confirmed that Jennie, Jisoo and Rosé would all be undergoing tests, despite not being classified as close contacts.

A statement read: ‘BLACKPINK’s Lisa was diagnosed with Covid-19 this afternoon (November 24).

‘The other three BLACKPINK members have not been classified as close contacts yet, but they immediately received PCR tests after hearing of Lisa’s positive Covid-19 results, and they are currently awaiting their results.

‘We first shared this information quickly and accurately with representatives and staff, and we took strong preemptive measures even beyond the guidelines of health authorities.

‘We will continue to not hold back on providing full support with the health of our artists and related staff members as the top priority. If there are any changes in the future, we will once again notify you quickly.’

Jennie, Rose and Jisoo are undergoing tests (Picture: Terence Patrick/CBS via Getty Images)

It is not believed that BLACKPINK will have to cancel any commitments due to Lisa’s illness.

Their last single, Lovesick Girls, was released last year.

However, Jisoo has been promoting the upcoming JTBC romantic drama Snowdrop, in which she stars opposite Jung Hae In.

Thai rapper Lisa, 24, recently made her solo debut with her single album Lalisa in September, with its title track becoming the most-viewed music video in the first 24 hours by a solo artist on YouTube.

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A number of K-pop bands have been forced to isolate in recent months due to Covid-19 cases within their ranks.

ENHYPHEN recovered from the virus after six of their seven members tested positive in September, while ASTRO and Dreamcatcher entered self-quarantine after their respective members JinJin and Gahyeon tested positive.

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