Introduction

Lisa (리사), born Pranpriya Manobal on March 27, 1997, in Buri Ram, Thailand, and later renamed Lalisa Manobal (ลลิสา มโนบาล), is a Thai rapper, singer and dancer. She is best known as a member of BLACKPINK, a K-pop girl group formed by YG Entertainment in 2016.

As the group's main dancer and one of its rappers, she is recognized for her precise choreography, hip-hop skills and energetic stage presence. Her musical style combines rap, pop and electronic influences, while her solo career allows her to explore a more personal musical and visual identity. She has also expanded her activities into fashion and acting.

Career

Passionate about dancing since childhood, Lisa grew up in Thailand and participated in several hip-hop competitions. In 2010, she successfully auditioned for YG Entertainment in Bangkok before moving to South Korea in 2011. After more than five years of training, she officially debuted with BLACKPINK on August 8, 2016. The group quickly achieved international recognition through its stage performances and worldwide tours.

On September 10, 2021, Lisa launched her solo career with the single album LALISA, featuring MONEY, which achieved significant international success. In February 2024, she established her own label, LLOUD, and subsequently signed a partnership with RCA Records for her individual music activities. She released several singles, including Rockstar, before unveiling her first studio album, Alter Ego, in February 2025.

Alongside her music career, Lisa made her acting debut in the third season of The White Lotus (2025), portraying Mook. In 2026, she continued her musical activities with the EP PRESS PLAY, featuring tracks such as SaWaDiKa and Tarantino. That same year, Always Lalisa, a documentary exploring her personal and professional journey, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

Did You Know?

  • Background: born in Buri Ram Province, Lisa grew up in Bangkok before moving to South Korea.
  • Name: originally named Pranpriya, she adopted the name Lalisa during her youth.
  • Dance: she was part of the Thai dance crew We Zaa Cool alongside BamBam, who later joined GOT7.
  • Languages: she speaks Thai, Korean and English and has some knowledge of Japanese and Chinese.
  • Personal label: she founded LLOUD in 2024 to develop her independent artistic projects.
  • Official accounts: Instagram · YouTube · TikTok.