BLACKPINK’s Lisa set to become first K-pop star to take the stage at the Oscars

BLACKPINK's Lisa will be the first K-pop artist to perform at the Oscars. The Academy revealed on February 24, 2025, that she will be performing at the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, 2025; at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

She will be singing her new song, BORN AGAIN; live for the first time. The news arrives as K-pop continues to rock global entertainment. Lisa's Oscars outing signals the industry's growing acknowledgment of the diversity of musical influences.

The ceremony, which will be hosted by Conan O'Brien, will be live on ABC and Hulu at 7 p.m. EST/4 p.m. PST. Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, and a special performance with Queen Latifah and the Los Angeles Master Chorale are also on the performance list.

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Lisa's song BORN AGAIN made waves on worldwide music charts

Lisa will perform BORN AGAIN, a single from her new album ALTER EGO. On February 7, 2025; the song came in at No. 69 on the Billboard Hot 100, and No. 12 on the Global Excl. U.S. chart, and No. 22 on the Global 200 chart.

Her appearance is a highlight for K-pop; as it has been the domain of Western artists on the Oscars stage until now. The performance should attract attention from an international audience; especially K-pop enthusiasts who have been following Lisa both as part of BLACKPINK and as a solo performer.

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Lisa will be sharing the spotlight with Doja Cat, RAYE, and other performers

Lisa will accompany Doja Cat and RAYE, who are on BORN AGAIN. Their duet brings a blend of music genres to the Oscars stage. Lisa will be joined by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo to perform a song from Wicked; while Queen Latifah will be featured in another special performance.

For a change from past years, the 2025 Oscars will not have live performances of the Best Original Song nominees. The songwriters will instead perform their work in their own words. The move forms part of the format shift to offer a new outlook on the nominated music.

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Lisa's recent performance and solo accomplishments

Before the Oscars, Lisa staged a show at the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2025 night at River Park ICONSIAM in Bangkok on December 31, 2024. It included a lineup of ROCKSTAR, MONEY, and New Woman.

Lisa has also gained accolades as a solo artist; as the first solo K-pop performer to win at the MTV Video Music Awards and MTV Europe Music Awards. With her new album ALTER EGO, she further broadens her endeavors beyond group work with BLACKPINK.

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Lisa's Oscars performance spotlights K-pop's increasing clout

Lisa's performance at next year's 97th Academy Awards was the latest contribution to K-pop's growing presence in international entertainment. Being the first K-pop performer to be invited to the event; her appearance is indicative of a movement toward greater diversity on global stages.

The Oscars will broadcast live on March 2, 2025, on ABC and Hulu. With a performance roster that includes different artists representing multiple genres; the ceremony this year is likely to feature more musical influences.

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