BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Zayn Malik are teaming up for a duet titled “Eyes Closed,” and the internet is already in overdrive. The second teaser revealed that Malik is collaborating with the BLACKPINK star. Previously, several major outlets — including The Korea Herald — have cited industry sources confirming the collaboration.
The track is said to be a romantic ballad produced by Isaiah Tejada and The Monsters & Strangerz, known for their work with big names like Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez, and Maroon 5.
The buzz began on October 6, 2025, when Jisoo posted a mysterious teaser on her social media accounts. The post featured her standing in front of a dark, shadowed male silhouette, with the words “EYES CLOSED” written across the image. The caption simply read, “A duet is near.”
Fans instantly began speculating about who the mystery man could be. Within hours, the internet had matched the silhouette’s profile — particularly the jawline, hairstyle, and hand tattoos — to none other than Zayn Malik, the former One Direction star.
A few hours ago, Jisoo added another teaser, this time with the phrase “two voices, one orbit. coming soon.” That single post sent social media into chaos. Not long ago, The Korea Herald published a report quoting an industry insider who claimed, “Jisoo is releasing a new ballad duet with Zayn sometime this month.” The statement all but confirmed what fans were hoping for: one of the most unexpected yet exciting collaborations of 2025.
If the reports are true, “Eyes Closed” would mark several big milestones for both artists. For Jisoo, it’s her first major international collaboration and her first release since her solo debut EP “Amortage” in February. That record was her first project under her independent label Blissoo, launched after she parted ways with YG Entertainment.
Her BLACKPINK bandmates had already worked with major international singers such as Doja Cat, Doechii, Bruno Mars, Dua Lipa, Raye, and more. Now, Jisoo has landed her first international collaboration with a much-loved artist.
For Zayn Malik, this would be his first-ever collaboration with a K-pop artist, and by extension, his first direct involvement in the K-pop scene. A few days ago, Zayn had hinted at a “pretty sick” collaboration during a livestream, saying he was working with a “cool collaborator,” which fans now believe referred to this duet.
Interestingly, there were early signs of their connection. In July, Zayn attended BLACKPINK’s New York concert with his daughter Khai, who is a fan of the group. Many now see that moment as an early hint of a growing friendship — and possibly, collaboration — between Jisoo and Zayn.
The production is reportedly led by The Monsters & Strangerz — the team behind hits like “Intentions” by Justin Bieber and “Cool” by the Jonas Brothers. So, fans are expecting a high-quality, radio-friendly global pop track.
Meanwhile, the duet “EYES CLOSED” is expected to be released this month.
