Lisa Says a Suitor’s Refusal to Pay for Sushi Left Her Disappointed

BLACKPINK’s Lisa shared a dating-related story during a recent podcast appearance, describing an experience she viewed as a warning sign. She said she had gone to a sushi restaurant she likes with her mother and a close friend. When the bill arrived, Lisa called a man who was pursuing her and playfully asked whether he would pay. He said no, and Lisa ended up covering the meal herself.

Lisa said she had thought he might be joking and would pay without making a show of it. She stressed that she does not need financial help and does not expect a partner to pay for every outing. Instead, she said she values feeling appreciated, and sees small, considerate gestures during courtship as important. The man’s direct refusal disappointed her because of what she felt it showed about his attitude toward the relationship.

The story prompted differing reactions from viewers. Some saw offering to pay when meeting a partner’s family and friends as a courtesy, while others said splitting a bill is a personal decision and one meal should not define someone. Lisa is the only non-Korean member of BLACKPINK and was born and raised in Thailand.