“True hometown icon” - Fans proud as BLACKPINK’s Lisa honors Thailand with Phuang Malai, flag, & Muay-inspired looks at DEADLINE shows

BLACKPINK’s DEADLINE world tour Bangkok concerts took place from October 24 to 26. There, Lisa showcased a series of stage outfits inspired by elements of Thai culture throughout the performances. Each day featured a different concept representing national symbols.

On day 1, she appeared in a gold-toned costume decorated with a phuang malai, a floral garland placed around her hip. It was paired with circular gold plates that resembled a warrior’s armor. The next day, her outfit honored Muay Thai, Thailand’s traditional combat sport.

On the final day, the K-pop star wrapped up the Bangkok shows in an outfit inspired by the Thai flag. The flag has five horizontal stripes (red, white, blue, white, and red), with the central blue stripe twice as wide as the others.

The flag symbolizes deep national pride and is handled with the highest respect. Admirers are commenting on the singer's dedication to her country, with one X user saying,

"Queen Lisa repping Thailand with pride True hometown icon!"

Speaking to Vogue, Lisa's stylist, Nanist, also shared the creative vision behind the three-night concept, asserting,

“Bangkok shows will be a bit extra special for Lisa as it’s her home country, so I wanted to create something truly memorable for her. The designs across the 3 days carry a narrative that continues and evolves from day one to day three.”

Meanwhile, fans keep hailing Lalisa Manoban for carrying the looks.

Others have called her the "pride" of Thailand.

BLACKPINK Bangkok concerts boost ticket & hotel sales

BLACKPINK (Image via Instagram/@jennierubyjane)

BLACKPINK’s Bangkok concerts took place as scheduled from October 24-26 at Rajamangala National Stadium. Fans were asked to wear black or white to honor Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, as a gesture of mourning and respect.

The DEADLINE world tour in Thailand included three major concerts, each starting at 7 pm Approximately 37,000 people attended each night, filling the 40,000-seat stadium. The announcement generated huge excitement and also boosted Thailand’s tourism sector.

According to Agoda, searches for accommodation in Bangkok increased by 18%. This was driven by travelers from Vietnam (up 266%), Malaysia (up 107%), and Taiwan (up 19%). Meanwhile, domestic hotel searches rose by 130%.

In other news, BLACKPINK’s Lisa has signed with Wasserman Music, a leading global agency. This marks her next step as a solo artist. The partnership opens the door for major international projects and broader global exposure.

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