Rosé – the main vocalist of Blackpink – is the first Asian artist to appear on the cover of the French cultural magazine Mastermind.

Recently, Mastermind magazine suddenly announced that Rosé (Blackpink) is the face appearing on the cover of the December issue. Mastermind is a prestigious French cultural magazine, published only twice a year, synthesizing articles. Evaluate and express the perspectives of famous experts, photographers, and reporters.

In 2022, the two faces on the cover of Mastermind include the first Spanish actress to win an Oscar – Penelope Cruz and the second star to receive this honor is Kpop female idol Rosé.

Rosé on the cover of Mastermind magazine. Photo: Mastermind

Rosé is also the first Asian artist to appear on the cover of this magazine. Some faces who have taken on the cover of Mastermind include Kristen Stewart, the Willow brothers – Jaden Smith, Léa Seydoux, Finn Wolfhard…

Introducing Rosé, Mastermind magazine wrote: “Blackpink is a cultural force and each member has become an idol in their own way. Rosé’s powerful voice has become one of the characteristics of the group’s music.”

In the photo shoot for Mastermind, Rosé wears outfits and accessories mainly from the two brands she is serving as a global ambassador for, Saint Laurent and Tiffany & Co. The female idol dresses simply in a classic, elegant style, while exuding an attractive, liberal quality.

Blackpink’s main vocalist took a classic pictorial photoshoot for Mastermind.

In an exclusive interview excerpt for Billboard, Rosé shared about Blackpink’s world tour and revealed her journey from an unknown girl to a top female Kpop idol.

“During these hectic times, I work during the day, practice in the evening, record at night, come home, sleep and then repeat. It was definitely difficult, but we are grateful and happy to be able to prepare our album, and at the same time meet and introduce new songs to Blinks (Blackpink’s fandom),” Rosé shared about period before embarking on a global tour.

“Since the pandemic, it has been an incredibly long and brutal time for everyone. So we can’t wait to get back to performing for the many Blinks who have been patiently waiting. I’m so excited to finally see familiar faces,” the female idol said about her feelings when meeting her fans again after a long time.

The female idol shares about her journey to becoming a Kpop idol.

Besides, Rosé mentioned an important person, the first person who asked her to participate in YG Entertainment’s audition – something that completely changed her life later. None other than Rosé’s father.

“My dad always watched me print out lyrics and chords from his laptop and go all out with the piano trying to sing Beyoncé’s saddest, most heartbreaking songs until midnight. So I guess it wasn’t strange when he asked me if I wanted to audition at YG’s casting held in Australia,” the female idol recalled.

“When I was growing up, there weren’t many opportunities for me to formally delve into music. So when YG – the company that has been home to some of my favorite musicians – approached my city to open a casting call, there couldn’t have been a better opportunity for me to pursue and embrace my dream.

I would say I am lucky to have a supportive father who encouraged me to challenge myself and take my chances.”

Blackpink is having the biggest global tour of their career. Photo: Twitter.

In 2012, 15-year-old Rosé excelled in winning Top 1 out of 700 contestants participating in the audition round organized by YG in Sydney city. The girl born in New Zealand and raised in Australia was officially chosen as a trainee at Korea’s leading entertainment company.

Leaving behind her life and family in Melbourne, Australia, Rosé brought her companion, a guitar, to YG headquarters. After an arduous trainee period and more than 6 years of operation, until now, Blackpink has become the top girl group in Kpop.

Rosé and Blackpink members are having the biggest world tour in the history of Kpop girl groups.