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News18
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BLACKPINK To Release New Music In July? Here's What We Know
The band's agency, YG Entertainment, also confirmed the report, giving hope to the fans. BLACKPINK is all set to make a comeback! Yes, you heard it right; the popular K-pop girl band is preparing to be back again with full-group activities within the next month. The K-pop quartet consisting of Jennie, Jisoo, Rose and Lisa are reportedly in the process of creating new music, which is to drop within the next month. According to a report by K-media outlet JTBC Entertainment, BLACKPINK are gearing up to come together as a group to release new music in early July. The band's agency, YG Entertainment, also confirmed the report, giving hope to the fans, aka BLINKs. According to the report, the upcoming song will have a new feel while retaining the group's existing charm. The track is in talks to be released right before or after the announcement of the Seoul leg of the group's upcoming Deadline World Tour. BLACKPINK will make their comeback with a new song in early new song is said to have a new feel while retaining BLACKPINK's existing charm. — Viral Takes (@viraltakes) June 19, 2025 As soon as the reports surfaced, fans took over social media to share their excitement. One fan wrote, 'Other K-pop groups had their fun. It's time for the queens to come back for the crown." Another fan commented, 'Borderline going insane." Someone else wrote, 'We want a full album!!" After their second studio album, Born Pink, this comeback will mark the group's new release in over 1000 days as well as their first release with YG Entertainment following the renewal of their contract. In recent days, the members have been busy releasing new singles, individual projects, and campaigns. However, BLACKPINK's Lisa recently revealed that she, along with the other band members of the group, had been in the studio to record something new, heightening the anticipation among the fans. The group are set to reunite for their Deadline World Tour in July, which will feature 31 performances in over 16 cities around the world. First Published: June 20, 2025, 14:34 IST
Hype Malaysia
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
A Plastic Bag For RM70? YG Entertainment Slammed Over BLACKPINK's Disappointing Tour Merch
Fans are counting down the days to BLACKPINK's (블랙핑크) long-awaited reunion tour 'DEADLINE', which kicks off on 5th July 2025 (Saturday). However, with just two weeks left until the first show and still no comeback, the public is starting to get cross with YG Entertainment. Recently, the agency released merchandise details for BLACKPINK's 'DEADLINE' tour pop-up in Japan. For those wondering, K-pop concerts in Japan often have a different set of merchandise than the rest of the tour. Companies will also hold pop-ups to sell more merchandise before the concert to build hype. Unfortunately, BLACKPINK's recent merchandise list had more fans disappointed than excited. As it turns out, the products for sale consisted of the usual t-shirts, caps and cheering towels with the group and the tour's logo. However, the product that angered BLINKS (BLACKPINK fans) the most was a clear bag made of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), a.k.a plastic, with the BLACKPINK logo. More shockingly, the pop-up sells the plastic bag for 2,500 yen (approximately RM74) each. Understandably, this sparked a lot of backlash for YG Entertainment. Many fans argued that the company is taking advantage of fans looking forward to BLACKPINK's comeback by jacking up prices for cheap and bland merchandise. Some also slammed the lack of consideration for the designs, quipping that the label and the tour's design team are lazy and uncreative. At the same time, fans are expressing outrage toward YG Entertainment for the lack of updates regarding the tour and BLACKPINK's comeback. Many argued that the quartet has no new music released for the tour, despite only two weeks left until the first show. While there are rumours that the group will make their comeback in early July, some lamented that it's too close to the start of the tour. Overall, BLINKs lamented that the company and the group seemed unprepared for the tour. What are your thoughts on this? Do you agree that everything is too rushed? Sources: Twitter (1)(2)(3)(4) What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BLACKPINK slammed over $18 plastic bag merch as furious fans call for DEADLINE tour boycott: 'Not buying these Z grade designs'
BLACKPINK is once again trending on K-pop Twitter, but not for the kind of headline-grabbing reason fans were hoping for. Instead of buzz about a long-awaited comeback or new music, the group, comprising Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa, is drawing criticism over their upcoming DEADLINE tour merchandise. With group activities scarce since their last release in 2022, BLINKs have been impatient for a comeback. The announcement of a pop-up merch line could have offered some excitement, but instead, it's added fuel to the fire. BLACKPINK's $18 plastic bag merch sparks fan outrage. The latest controversy erupted after BLACKPINK's BORN PINK: DEADLINE pop-up store unveiled its official merch in Seoul, including a basic black plastic bag being sold for 24,000 KRW (approx. USD 18). The item, featuring only the group's logo, has drawn sharp criticism from BLINKs who feel it's overpriced and underwhelming. Social media was quick to slam the group and their agency, YG Entertainment, with many accusing them of exploiting fans' loyalty while giving them nothing substantial in return. "No effort at all, even for official tour merchandise. And they are even selling plastic bags with the BLACKPINK logo for almost 20 USD? YG Entertainment has been bragging about the "new great team' in charge of BLACKPINK, yet it's all the same trash releases aiming to milk fans," one user wrote. No effort at all even for official tour merchandise. And they are even selling plastic bags with BLACKPINK logo for almost 20 usd? @ygent_official has been bragging that 'new great team' in charge of BLACKPINK, yet it's all the same trash releases aiming to milk fans "I'm not buying this Z Class Designed merch, which consists of a barely BP logo... That plastic bag costs you $17," wrote another frustrated fan. Sorry @BLACKPINK I'm not buying this Z Class Designed merch which consists of barely BP logo ..that Plastic bag costs you $17#BLACKPINK "Saw the Blackpink merch for the tour and wow… blinks are genuinely the biggest idiots for even attending that tour," wrote a third X user. Saw the blackpink merch for the tour and wow… blinks are genuinely the biggest īdiots for even attending that tour. One fan mentioned, "Outdated Blackpink logo and outdated hearts – like this is a combination of all the tour merch together. If it's real, it needs to be Boycott BLACKPINK tour so y'all can get YG panicking." Outdated Blackpink logo, and outdated hearts like this is a combination of all the tour merch together 💀 if it's real it needs to be #boycott_blackpinktour so y'all can get YG panicking YG confirms comeback plans, but fans stay sceptical In response to the backlash against BLACKPINK's delayed comeback, YG Entertainment confirmed that the group will release a new single in July—their first group track since 2022. While the announcement brought some relief, many fans are viewing it as a reactionary move to deflect criticism rather than a well-planned comeback. With limited details and a history of delayed group activities, BLINKs remain cautiously optimistic. For now, the promise of new music is on the horizon but overpriced merch won't be enough to hold fans over. For the unversed, BLACKPINK's highly anticipated DEADLINE World Tour is officially kicking off on July 5, 2025, with the opening shows set at Goyang Stadium in South Korea For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BLINKs, Did You Hear? BLACKPINK Is All Set To Come Back With New Music
Last Updated: BLACKPINK's agency has earlier confirmed that the girl group began shooting for their upcoming music video on June 6. BLINKs, are you ready? Because your wait might finally be over as BLACKPINK is making a full group comeback soon. As reported, the four-membered K-pop girl group, comprising Jisoo, Jennie, Lisa and Rose, is returning with new music after what feels like ages. It will be nearly three years after their second album, Born Pink, when the group will release a new project. On Thursday, June 19, JTBC Entertainment News quoted industry insiders who stated that BLACKPINK is all set to make a full group comeback in July this year. After reports went rife, YG Entertainment released a statement, keeping the details of the group's upcoming project under wraps. They said, 'We will share details through an official promotion at a later date." Earlier, BLACKPINK's agency confirmed that the girl group began shooting for their upcoming music video on June 6. The shoot reportedly took place in South Korea under the supervision of a renowned director, whose name was not revealed. With this, the excitement around BLACKPINK's return as a group has increased manifold. Meanwhile, back in February, YG Entertainment surprised BLINKs by announcing BLACKPINK's new world tour. This tour marks the group's first major comeback since their record-breaking Born Pink World Tour (2022-2023), which sold over 1.8 million tickets across 66 shows. The agency has confirmed that the tour will feature new music, never-before-seen performances, and immersive stage production. The upcoming tour, titled Deadline World Tour, is their first all-stadium tour, which is beginning on July 5 at the Goyang Stadium in South Korea. BLACKPINK will have several shows in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, before concluding their much-awaited tour in January 2026, at the Kai Tak Stadium in Hong Kong, China. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BLΛƆKPIИK (@blackpinkofficial) FYI, the globally renowned K-pop girl group went on a hiatus following their Born Pink World Tour in September 2023. The four members kept group activities on hold and focused on their solo music as well as acting projects. All the BLACKPINK members have now released their individual albums since the hiatus. While Rose released Rosie in December last year, Lisa dropped her first studio album, Alter Ego, in February 2025. Jisoo released Amortage, and Jennie dropped Ruby earlier this year. First Published: June 19, 2025, 17:24 IST
Hype Malaysia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Translator Reveals Story Behind KIIRAS' Lingling's Trainee Days At YG Entertainment
Many local fans have been following the debut of K-pop girl group KIIRAS (키라스) and the group's leader, Lingling (링링). Since the idol is Malaysia's first female K-pop idol, it's no surprise that fans wanted to learn more about the 20-year-old. Recently, Lingling shared a new fact about herself, notably her time at YG Entertainment. For those unfamiliar with Lingling, the star first came onto the K-pop scene as a contestant in the survival show 'I-LAND2'. During her time on the show, there were rumours that the singer was a trainee at YG Entertainment, one of K-pop's most prominent labels. However, nothing much was known about her days at the label – until now. The idol recently attended an online fan-sign event, where she answered a fan's question about her time at YG Entertainment. Lingling confirmed that she was a trainee at the agency but was only there for about 4 months. She never disclosed why she left, but said it was because of her age. Following up on the video, a Twitter user who claimed to be a translator for YG Entertainment during their global audition in Malaysia shared another story about the star. The translator said she worked with Lingling during the audition, revealing that the idol was the only one who passed the audition in Malaysia. She also noted that the idol was only 16 years old when she got accepted into YG Entertainment. Surprisingly, the translator also revealed that Lingling once asked if she could return to Malaysia if she moved to South Korea to sit for her SPM examination. While it's unconfirmed whether Lingling did return to sit for the SPM exams, the revelation sparked praise for the star. Many commended Lingling for prioritising her education despite being accepted into a notable K-pop label, lamenting how even some local influencers look down upon the SPM certification. Others also highlighted how Lingling was the only one who passed the auditions, saying it's a testament to her skills as an idol. If what was shared was indeed true, then kudos to Lingling for putting her education before her idol career. Hopefully, we'll get to hear more anecdotes from the star soon. Sources: Twitter (1)(2) What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
