BLACKPINK’s Lisa “Always Lalisa” Documentary: Tickets Now on Sale for October 2026 Cinema Release
BLACKPINK’s Lisa is heading to the big screen with her first feature documentary, “Always Lalisa.”
Following its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, the documentary is now preparing for its worldwide theatrical release. Tickets officially went on sale on September 9, 2026, ahead of a limited cinema and IMAX release beginning October 12.
Directed by Sue Kim, “Always Lalisa” takes viewers behind the scenes of a pivotal period in Lisa’s career, following her journey as she developed her solo career, released her debut studio album Alter Ego, made her acting debut in The White Lotus, and prepared for her solo Coachella performances.
“Always Lalisa” Tickets Are Now on Sale
Fans can now purchase tickets for the theatrical release of “Always Lalisa.”
Sony Music Vision announced that tickets officially went on sale on September 9, with the documentary set to screen in cinemas and IMAX locations worldwide from October 12 for a limited engagement. The theatrical release is being handled by Trafalgar Releasing.
The exact screening dates and availability can vary by country and cinema, so fans should check their local theater listings when booking.
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What Is “Always Lalisa” About?
“Always Lalisa” is a feature-length documentary following Lisa during a transformative period in her career outside of BLACKPINK.
The film focuses on 2024 and 2025, when Lisa was developing her identity as a solo artist while also expanding into other areas of entertainment.
The documentary covers several major milestones, including:
- The creation and release of Lisa’s debut solo album Alter Ego
- Her acting debut as Mook in HBO’s The White Lotus Season 3
- Her preparations for her solo performances at Coachella 2025
- Her experiences building a career beyond BLACKPINK
Rather than focusing exclusively on performances, the documentary offers behind-the-scenes access to Lisa during this period of transition.
Lisa’s Solo Career Takes Center Stage
One of the central parts of “Always Lalisa” is Lisa's move into her solo career.
Lisa established LLOUD in 2024 and subsequently released her debut studio album, Alter Ego, in February 2025.
The documentary follows the process behind that chapter of her career, showing Lisa working on her music and developing her identity independently from BLACKPINK.
It also captures the preparation behind her solo performances at Coachella in 2025, where she performed as a solo artist.
For fans who primarily know Lisa through BLACKPINK, the documentary offers a look at the period when she was building a new path as a solo performer.
Directed by Sue Kim
“Always Lalisa” is directed by Sue Kim, who previously worked as an executive producer on the Apple TV+ documentary series K-Pop Idols.
Kim's approach to the documentary is centered on showing Lisa beyond the highly polished image audiences typically see on stage.
Speaking to Reuters following the TIFF premiere, Kim described the project as an opportunity to give audiences unusually close access to Lisa and to explore the person behind her public image.
The documentary is produced through Sony Music Vision, in association with Tremolo Productions, Salt Water Productions, and LLOUD.
The Documentary Premiered at TIFF
Before its global cinema release, “Always Lalisa” had its world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival.
Lisa attended the premiere in Toronto, where the documentary was presented to festival audiences in September. Reuters reported that fans gathered in large numbers for Lisa's red-carpet appearance.
The TIFF premiere also gave audiences the first opportunity to see the completed documentary ahead of its international theatrical release.
Watch the Trailer Before the Movie
The official trailer for “Always Lalisa” has also been released ahead of the cinema run.
The trailer previews Lisa's journey from her early life and training to her solo career, music projects, acting debut, and major performances.
It gives fans a glimpse into the more personal side of the documentary while also highlighting some of the biggest professional moments covered in the film.
When and Where Can You Watch “Always Lalisa”?
The current release information is:
Sony Music Vision has confirmed that the film will move to YouTube Premium later in 2026 following its limited theatrical run, but a specific streaming date has not yet been announced.
A Look at Lisa Beyond BLACKPINK
The timing of “Always Lalisa” is particularly interesting because the documentary focuses on a period when Lisa was pursuing her solo career away from BLACKPINK.
The film follows her through 2024 and 2025, before she returned to group activities. BLACKPINK subsequently reunited for group activities in 2026 and released DEADLINE, their first mini album in more than three years.
As a result, “Always Lalisa” documents a distinct chapter of Lisa's career — one that sits between her established identity as a BLACKPINK member and her expanding career as a solo artist, performer, and actress.
“Always Lalisa” Release Timeline
Here is the timeline fans should know:
September 11, 2026 — World premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
September 9, 2026 — Tickets officially go on sale for the theatrical release.
October 12, 2026 — “Always Lalisa” begins its limited worldwide cinema and IMAX release.
Later in 2026 — The documentary is scheduled to become available exclusively on YouTube Premium, with the exact date still to be announced.
Final Thoughts
“Always Lalisa” gives fans the chance to see one of the most important chapters of Lisa's career on the big screen.
From creating Alter Ego and preparing for Coachella to stepping into acting with The White Lotus, the documentary follows a period when Lisa was exploring what her career could look like beyond BLACKPINK.
With tickets now on sale and the limited cinema and IMAX release beginning October 12, fans who want to experience the documentary on the big screen can now start checking their local theaters.
For those who cannot make the theatrical release, the film will also eventually arrive on YouTube Premium later in 2026, although the streaming date has not yet been confirmed.