It looks like Jisoo and Zayn Malik are the duo we didn’t know we needed. The Blackpink superstar recently gave fans an inside look at her new single Eyes Closed — and her chemistry with the former One Direction heartthrob has everyone talking.
On Sunday, October 12, the 30-year-old singer and actress shared a new batch of behind-the-scenes photos from the making of the Eyes Closed music video on Instagram. The images gave fans a closer look at the futuristic world the two created for the track, complete with glowing lights, spacecraft displays, and sleek, sci-fi-inspired set designs.
In one shot, Jisoo poses in front of a massive spaceport-style board showing arrival and departure times, looking effortlessly glamorous. Another shows her inside a futuristic sleeping pod — the same one featured in the video when she appears lying peacefully with her eyes closed.
Unlike the earlier carousel she posted a few days ago, which included several adorable shots of her and Zayn together, this new upload focused entirely on Jisoo’s solo moments. The previous post, though, melted fans’ hearts with glimpses of the pair laughing, sticking their tongues out, and even one tender photo where Zayn rested his head on Jisoo’s shoulder.
She didn’t forget to show some appreciation either. In the caption of her latest post, Jisoo gave a sweet shoutout to her collaborator. “@Zayn — working with you has been truly special,” she wrote, adding, “I’m so grateful for your kindness and your incredible voice,” finishing with a red heart emoji.
The two global stars released Eyes Closed on Friday, October 10, and the song instantly blew up online. The emotional track — a blend of soft pop, R&B, and a dreamy electronic pulse — marks a major crossover moment between K-pop and Western pop. Fans from both sides of the globe have been calling it “magical” and “unexpectedly perfect.”
Jisoo’s fans, known as Blinks, praised her stunning visuals and soothing vocals, while Zayn’s devoted followers applauded how well their voices blend together. The video itself has a cinematic feel, showing the two in a mysterious futuristic setting that mirrors the song’s emotional tone — both intimate and haunting.
Beyond the visuals, what’s really resonating is the sincerity in their performance. While both artists are known for their distinct musical styles, Eyes Closed feels like a natural collaboration — not forced, but fluid. It’s one of those pairings that just makes sense once you hear it.
With Jisoo’s growing influence in both music and acting and Zayn’s steady comeback momentum, Eyes Closed could be a major moment for both of them — maybe even the start of more collaborations down the line.
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