Lisa, the global pop star and member of the girl group Blackpink, will soon bring her documentary to a wider digital audience. Always Lalisa, a behind-the-scenes look at her life and career, will be available to watch on YouTube Premium starting November 18. The platform has secured exclusive streaming rights for the film, which will be accessible only to premium subscribers.
The documentary was produced by Sony Music Vision and originally premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. Following its festival debut, the film received a limited theatrical release last month. Lyor Cohen, the head of global music at YouTube, described the decision to add the title to the platform as a straightforward choice. He noted that the move aligns well with YouTube's global focus and its role in connecting artists with international audiences.
Lisa expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. Speaking by phone during rehearsals, the 29-year-old singer and rapper highlighted the platform's significance in her career. She stated that YouTube has been a major part of her journey from the very beginning, helping her share music videos and livestreams, such as her Coachella performance, with fans around the world.
In addition to the documentary's digital release, Lisa will drop a new single titled Leave With Me on the same day, November 18. The track was composed specifically for and featured in the documentary. Lisa shared that she and her mother recently watched the film in a theater. They both expressed eagerness to have it available on YouTube, as they planned to watch it repeatedly at home.
The singer noted that the reception from her inner circle has been positive. She mentioned that some of her closest friends told her the film provided new insights into her life. The documentary revealed certain struggles she has faced, which she had previously kept hidden while maintaining a strong exterior for those around her.
Lisa has been active in the music industry recently, having released the EP Press Play in October. That project was led by the pre-release single SaWaDiKa. Since that album dropped, her schedule has been filled with preparations for an upcoming concert series in Las Vegas. The residency is set to begin on Thursday, November 12, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.
This upcoming residency marks a historic moment for Lisa, as she will become the first K-pop star to hold a Las Vegas residency. She described feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness about the achievement. Lisa predicted that the shows would be enjoyable because her fans are knowledgeable about her catalog and will be present to support her.
The venue for the residency has a capacity of just over 4,000 people, which is significantly smaller than the stadiums, arenas, and festival crowds Lisa is accustomed to performing for. She viewed the intimate setting as a positive change. The singer expressed hope that the close proximity would allow her to make eye contact with individual audience members and share a more personal connection with them.
