# Artist-Created Graphic Novels LISA From BLACKPINK Creates the ALTER-EGO: The Official Comic By Amy Duong | Published 2025-02-22 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alterego-the-official-comic References: [lalisacomics](https://lalisacomics.com/)  [BLACKPINK](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpink-3) member and solo artist LISA has just launched the ALTER-EGO: The Official Comic along with the drop of her debut album dubbed Alter Ego as well. It builds on the same notion and the [graphic novel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tactile-digital-comics) is comprised of 56 pages which has been created through her new Lalisa Comics brand in partnership with [Zero Zero Entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadawide-fifa). It explores her identities in her music with a fusion of progressive storytelling in her own artistic expression. The narrative follows Vixi, one of the five personas Lisa embodies in Alter Ego. She is then trapped in a virtual reality world by a group of cyberbullies. With the help of her friends, Roxi, Kiki, Sunni, and Speedi -- they battle to rescue her. Image Credit: Lisa, Lalisa Comics ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 35% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Celebrity-created Content:** With artists like LISA delving into graphic novels, there's a growing trend of celebrities expanding their brand through storytelling in entertainment mediums beyond their usual domain. - **Digital Storytelling:** Innovative narratives such as LISA's Alter Ego showcase how digital platforms can be harnessed to create immersive storytelling experiences that blend reality and virtual worlds. - **Identity Exploration Through Art:** Graphic novels like ALTER-EGO are booming as tools for both creators and audiences to explore complex identities and personal narratives artistically. ### Where This Applies - **Graphic Novel Publishing:** The collaboration between LISA and Zero Zero Entertainment highlights ongoing opportunities for growth and innovation in the graphic novel sector as diverse creators bring fresh perspectives. - **Entertainment Branding:** Lalisa Comics marks the fusion of music, storytelling, and branding, illustrating how artistic ventures can enhance and expand celebrity brand portfolios. - **Virtual Reality Entertainment:** The virtual reality elements in the story of Alter Ego point to emerging opportunities for the intersection of graphic novels and VR experiences, offering new immersive storytelling formats. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [K-Pop-Inspired Digital Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpink-3.md) - [Kpop-Star Cinematic Short Films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-short-film.md) - [Virtual K-Pop Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpink-x-tamagotchi.md) - [Kpop Singer-Backed Whiskys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpinks-lisa-1.md) - [Popstar-Collaborative Open Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-open-earbuds-2.md) - [Music-Themed Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpink-and-fragment.md) - [Comic Book Coloring Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-by-me-manga-artist-set.md) - [Collectible Creative Stationery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moleskine-x-blackpink.md) - [K-Pop Fan Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpink-the-palace.md)