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Time of India
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BLACKPINK confirms comeback after 3 years, new song to premiere at DEADLINE World Tour on July 5; here's why fans are disappointed
After nearly three years without a full-group release, BLACKPINK is finally returning to the stage with a brand-new song debuting on July 5. YG Entertainment confirmed the news on June 23, revealing that Jennie, Rosé, Jisoo, and Lisa will perform their unreleased track during the first night of their DEADLINE World Tour at Goyang Sports Complex. For BLINKs around the world, the wait has felt endless, but this announcement finally signals the start of a new chapter. BLACKPINK to release new song during world tour. July 5 just doesn't mark the beginning of a new tour, but it's also a symbolic reunion between BLACKPINK and their fans. According to YG, the members chose to premiere the new song at Goyang to mark the beginning of this era and reconnect with their fandom. The concert will be the group's first major performance together since wrapping up their BORN PINK tour in 2023. With emotions running high and expectations even higher, July 5 is poised to be a milestone moment. BLACKPINK will unveil their comeback song for the first time at the 'DEADLINE' tour:— 'There were many discussions about how to release this new song. We decided to debut it first at the Goyang concert, which holds significance as the starting point of the DEADLINE tour, where… 'We decided to unveil it first at the Goyang concert, which marks the beginning of the world tour and a symbolic moment to reconnect with the fandom,' YG said in a statement, as per Korea JoongAng Daily. What we know about the new song (so far) While the title, concept, and full release details remain under wraps, YG has confirmed that BLACKPINK began filming the music video on June 6. According to media reports, it's being directed by a renowned global filmmaker, raising anticipation for a high-impact comeback. Insiders suggest that the group is aiming for an early July release, though whether it will be a standalone single or part of a larger project is still unclear. This marks BLACKPINK's first group release since Shut Down in September 2022, which was part of their Born Pink album. Since then, the members have focused on solo projects, acting gigs, and brand endorsements, leaving fans hungry for new music from all four together. The DEADLINE World Tour: massive in scale The Goyang concert will set the tone for what's being described as BLACKPINK's most ambitious tour to date. The DEADLINE tour spans 31 cities across three continents, with stops at global landmarks like SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles), Wembley Stadium (London), Stade de France (Paris), Tokyo Dome, and Citi Field (New York). The final show is scheduled for January 25, 2026, in Hong Kong, giving fans several months of electrifying performances to look forward to. Fans speak out: excitement, but also frustration While the comeback news has sparked joy, it also comes with a hint of frustration. Fans have been demanding updates for months, especially as other K-pop groups, including BTS members, have continued to stay active through solo music and public appearances. On social media, BLINKs have expressed concern over the lack of promotion for the comeback, calling out YG for its silence and sparse teaser content. this is such a terrible marketing strategy by YG, blackpink will have 0 fans after this era if they keep treating them like this so we waited all these years for new music just for us to get one song that won't even be on streaming for god knows how long so we can only listen thru fancams or buying a concert ticket YG needs to be serious for a min and use better and more cohesive marketing strategies bc atp idk what are they trying to do, it seems like they don't even care anymore 😭 i knew the blackpink comeback (or whatever you want to call it) was going to be shit from the butt but they somehow managed to make it worse LMFAO Some fans are also wondering whether this release will lead to a full album or just a digital single. Regardless, the desire for consistency and better communication from the label is clear. BLACKPINK's new era incoming With the music video already wrapped and the Goyang stage set for the grand debut, all signs hint at a new era for BLACKPINK, one shaped by Jennie, Rosé, Jisoo, and Lisa each rising as solo powerhouses. As they launch the DEADLINE World Tour with a fresh track, this comeback could mark a defining moment for the group's next chapter. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.


Forbes
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Jennie Matches Blackpink — And Beats All Of Her Bandmates
Jennie is no stranger to the upper reaches of the Billboard charts. As a member of Blackpink, she's landed many hits, and helped redefine K-pop's presence on the international stage. Now, as a soloist, she's proving she can achieve just as much success without her bandmates – especially when looking at the global rankings. This week, the superstar collects another major worldwide win as fans rush to her first album, Ruby. As she does so, she not only matches her group's impressive record, but also beats her bandmates in one important manner. 'Like Jennie,' one of the latest singles from Jennie's debut solo album Ruby, opens at No. 5 on the Billboard Global 200. The track instantly becomes her fourth top 10 hit on the tally, which measures the most-consumed songs all around the world, based on both streaming performance and sales. With her fourth top 10 hit on the Billboard Global 200, Jennie now stands on equal footing with Blackpink. The group has also managed a quartet of appearances inside the highest tier of the ranking. Two of those smashes even reached No. 1. Back in 2022, Blackpink topped the list twice in short order, with 'Pink Venom' and 'Shut Down,' both singles from its sophomore album Born Pink. Prior to that successful run, 'Love Sick Girls' climbed to No. 2 in 2020, and that same year, 'Ice Cream' with Selena Gomez peaked at No. 8. Before 'Like Jennie' arrived, Jennie was in a tie with fellow Blackpink singer Lisa for the most top 10 hits among the band's soloists. Both musicians had collected three placements inside the competitive region. That changes this week, as Jennie now claims the lead. Meanwhile, fellow member Rosé has scored two top 10s on the Billboard Global 200, while Jisoo has managed just one so far. Jennie's journey as a solo star on this worldwide list began in October 2023, when she first cracked the top 10 on the Billboard Global 200. She earned her first planet-spanning giant with 'You & Me,' which climbed to No. 7. Shortly after that win, she landed her second top 10 appearance alongside The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp on 'One of the Girls,' which peaked at No. 10. Her biggest showing yet came just a few months ago. 'Mantra,' the lead single from Ruby, soared to No. 3.