K-Pop Sensation BLACKPINK Takes Buckingham Palace by Storm During Royal Gala
In a spectacular event at Buckingham Palace, K-pop megastars BLACKPINK stole the show on Tuesday, gracing a special gala hosted by King Charles III. The British monarch, along with Queen Camilla, welcomed South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife for a grand banquet, marking a formal state visit focused on bolstering trade and defense ties between the UK and South Korea.
The dazzling white tie and tiara banquet became a platform for King Charles to extend appreciation not only for South Korea’s political and economic strides but also for its rich culture. Surprisingly, the monarch took a moment to commend the global K-pop phenomenon BLACKPINK, whose members, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rose, were among the esteemed guests in the grand ballroom.
In his banquet speech, King Charles lauded BLACKPINK for their advocacy of environmental sustainability on a global scale. “I applaud Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa, and Rose, better known collectively as Blackpink, for their role in bringing the message of environmental sustainability to a global audience,” expressed the monarch. “I can only admire how they can prioritize these vital issues, as well as being global superstars.”
The viral sensation continued during the event as videos surfaced capturing the genuine shock and surprise of the BLACKPINK members upon the mention of their names by the King. In the footage, Jennie, Jisoo, and Rose, seated at separate tables, exchanged smiles and glances, clearly moved by the special recognition.
Additional clips shared on social media showcased the BLACKPINK members mingling with other guests and even having an audience with the King. Rose, taking the lead, engaged in conversation with King Charles in English on behalf of the group.
The videos swiftly went viral, prompting an influx of fan reactions on social media. One fan expressed excitement, stating, “BLACKPINK’s ENTRANCE! THOSE ARE MY QUEENS!!!” Others highlighted the candid moments of the members, with one fan noting, “This is now my fav blackpink video jennie’s and rosé’s awkward smiles with jisoo literally jumping while lisa is the only one trying to keep it subtle.”
Amidst the royal gala, BLACKPINK’s reaction to King Charles’s introduction became a focal point, with fans flooding social media with hilarious comments, affirming the group’s regal presence at the event.