Photo Credit: LaLisa Comics / Zero Zero Entertainment
Blackpink’s Lisa launches a comic book to accompany the release of her debut solo album, Alter Ego, following her acting debut in “The White Lotus.”
Blackpink’s Lisa is turning 2025 into a breakout year for her solo career. Thus far, she’s released a new single with Doja Cat and Raye ahead of her debut solo album, Alter Ego, out on February 28. She’s also made her acting debut in the third season of “The White Lotus.” Now, she’s stepping into the world of comic books with a companion piece to her upcoming album, “Alter-Ego: The Official Comic.”
The comic book is part of the broader launch of her LaLisa Comics (taken from her full name, Lalisa Manobal) in partnership with Zero Zero Entertainment. The release takes inspiration from the themes of her forthcoming album, and focuses on five different characters — Roxi, Kiki, Vixi, Sunni, and Speedi — representing unique aspects of the 27-year-old Thai singer’s personality.
Illustrated by Japanese artist Minomiyabi, the comic tells a story that “embodies transformation, courage, and unity.” Minomiyabi has worked with artists like Gorillaz, Poppy, and Yungblud.
Lisa is the latest artist to team up with Zero Zero Entertainment, following their collaborations with Metro Boomin and BoyWithUke. Zero Zero Entertainment is the brainchild of CEO Josh Frankel, the former owner and publisher of Z2 Comics. During Frankel’s tenure, the company worked with the likes of Elvis Presley, Blondie, and Weird Al.
“Working with Lisa represents an entirely new level of opportunity and prestige,” Frankel tells Variety. “She is undeniably one of the biggest stars in the world, making this collaboration both an incredible honor and a significant milestone for us.”
“The Zero Zero process is all about collaborating with artists to create unique, story-driven merchandise,” he continues. “When it comes to comics, we work closely with the artist and their team to develop the story, translating it into an art script that guides the visual storytelling. Once the artwork is complete, a writer steps in to refine the narrative by adding dialogue, ensuring the final product aligns with the artist’s vision.”
But for Alter Ego that process was a little different. “Since the story was already embedded in the album, our role was to expand and elevate that narrative, shaping it into a compelling 56-page comic,” Frankel explains. “Rather than building from scratch, we focused on deepening the existing themes and translating them into a fully realized visual experience.”
The first issue of “Alter-Ego: The Official Comic” is due to ship in March, and fans can pre-order now.