The internet is buzzing over a recent photograph capturing a long-awaited reunion between BTS's V and BLACKPINK's Lisa at the Frieze Seoul 2025 Paradise Art Night. The event, held on September 1, 2025, at Paradise City Art Space in Incheon, brought together leading figures from the worlds of music, fashion, and film. While the gathering itself was a star-studded affair, the snapshot of V and Lisa side-by-side sent fans into a frenzy, especially since it was their first widely publicized reunion in years.
The picture, shared by American producer Tommy Brown, quickly went viral. It shows V holding a roll of kimbap while posing for the camera, with Lisa next to him holding up a peace sign. The presence of BTS's leader RM in the background was also noticed by eagle-eyed fans, adding to the excitement.
V and Lisa previously made headlines for their interactions at CELINE's fashion show in 2022, effectively shutting down unnecessary fan wars at the time. They were also seen together in May 2023 at Naomi Campbell's birthday party. This latest sighting has reignited the fascination with "Bangpink" moments, with fans expressing their excitement across social media.
However, it wasn't just the reunion that captured the attention of netizens. V's decision to pose with a half-eaten kimbap roll has sparked hilarious reactions online. Fans joked about the singer bringing spotlight on his gimbap instead of a champagne glass at the high-end party. Some questioned whether he had been pulled into the photo mid-bite, while others admired his relatable love for the Korean snack.
The unexpected kimbap moment has overshadowed the excitement of seeing the two stars together for some fans. One fan wrote, "While everyone's trying to be the center of attention, Kim Taehyung made a gimbap the main character at a high end party".
The reunion and the kimbap incident highlight the stars' ability to remain grounded and relatable despite their global fame. Many fans praised how comfortable Lisa and V appeared next to each other, noting that their interactions have always been filled with mutual admiration.
Meanwhile, BTS is reportedly preparing for their first post-military comeback album after two months of production work in the USA. BLACKPINK is currently on their DEADLINE World Tour, with a break to work on a new album slated for release in November.
