BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has taken fans by storm after confirming her highly anticipated collaboration with British pop star Zayn Malik. The duo will release a digital single titled Eyes Closed, marking their
first-ever project together.
On October 7, Jisoo shared a black-and-white photo with Zayn on Instagram, writing, “JISOO X ZAYN Digital Single ???????????????? ????????????????????????.” Both artists looked effortlessly chic in all-black ensembles, with Zayn standing close to Jisoo, exuding mystery and chemistry that instantly set social media ablaze.
The teaser image features Jisoo standing in the foreground while Zayn’s figure appears behind her, his back turned — adding to the intrigue surrounding the song’s concept and visuals.
Fans React To The Dream Collaboration
Within minutes of the post, fans flooded the comments with excitement and disbelief. “LIVING FOR THISSSS,” one user wrote, while another added, “Omg the duo I didn’t know I needed!!!!!!” A third fan commented, “ZAYN AND JISOO OMG????!!!!”
This unexpected crossover has sparked immense buzz in both the K-pop and global pop fandoms. It also follows Zayn’s appearance at BLACKPINK’s New York concert on July 27, which he attended with his daughter, Khai. The singer later posted a photo from the show, writing, “@BLACKPINKOFFICIAL THANK YOU ME & KHAI LOVED IT.”
Jisoo’s Return To Music And Zayn’s Global Comeback
Eyes Closed marks Jisoo’s first new release since her solo EP Amortage in February, which featured tracks such as Earthquake, Your Love, and Hugs & Kisses. The BLACKPINK singer is currently on a short break from the group’s world tour Deadline, which resumes in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on October 18.
For Zayn Malik, the collaboration adds another milestone to his illustrious career. The former One Direction member, who left the group in 2015, has since carved out a successful solo path with hits like Pillowtalk and Let Me.