New Zealand-born singer and songwriter Rosé, better known as BLACKPINK Rosé, is back in the headlines this week for an event she wasn't even part of. A promotional event meant to celebrate the global K-pop star instead became a nexus of negativity and the breeding ground for online backlash, when an incident involving a Chinese influencer caused confusion and anger among fans.
Chinese influencer Daisy became the centre of controversy after appearing at the closing event of BLACKPINK member Rosé's official pop-up store in Qingdao, China. According to Malaysian entertainment outlet Hype, Daisy was invited earlier this month by organisers to attend the final day of the pop-up, which focused on selling official merchandise and offering themed photo zones tied directly to Rosé. The event was designed to highlight Rosé's branding, music, and image – and so fans ask, what did Daisy have to do with it?
