BLINK Urges Group Content for BLACKPINK's 10th Anniversary

Kapanlagi.com - As the 10th debut anniversary of BLACKPINK approaches on August 8, 2026, the timeline on X (formerly Twitter) is filled with posts from BLINK expressing their disappointment. Many are questioning the lack of content and activities from the group to mark a decade of BLACKPINK's journey.

Criticism is directed at YG Entertainment, highlighting the absence of announcements regarding group activities related to the celebration. "Individual careers are indeed important, but this is BLACKPINK and this year is their 10th debut anniversary," said a fan.

BLINK acknowledges that they understand the individual members' project priorities, but hope that group agendas are still present for this historic moment. "If the group's contract has been extended, please pay attention to group activities as well," wrote another fan.

1. Wave of Criticism from BLINK Ahead of August 8

In recent weeks, hashtags and threads on X have contained demands that the 10th-anniversary celebration not stop at souvenir products. Several comments emphasize the desire for all four members to perform together to celebrate the anniversary of their debut.

"We just want to see BLACKPINK together." Other posts have emerged with a similar tone in various countries.

On the other hand, some fans have also highlighted the lack of new group content releases. One fan questioned, "Just selling merchandise, but where's the content?"

Another complaint also touched on the release of music material. "Please release a full album," wrote a fan.

The call for collective activities has also been echoed again. "We want BLACKPINK," expressed one BLINK.

2. One Decade Celebration: What Has Been Announced?

As we approach August 8, there has been no announcement regarding a special concert, fan meeting, live broadcast with all members, or special content for the 10th anniversary of BLACKPINK's debut. The absence of such an agenda has triggered a wave of criticism from fans.

So far, the celebrations that have been communicated include the issuance of a special edition stamp and the launch of collaborative merchandise with the National Museum of Korea through the Muse Goods or Myooz product line.

This situation is seen by some fans as not being commensurate with BLACKPINK's achievements, which have long been recognized as one of the most influential K-pop girl groups in the world. That response has been widely seen in posts circulating on social media.

3. BLACKPINK's Recent Activities and Solo Focus

Before entering the one-decade anniversary moment, BLACKPINK released the digital single "JUMP" in July last year. After that, the group started their third world tour titled "DEADLINE," which kicked off in Goyang and continued to various cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, New York, Paris, Milan, Barcelona, London, Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Jakarta, Bulacan, Singapore, Tokyo, and Hong Kong.

After the concert series, BLACKPINK released a mini album titled DEADLINE. This release became the group's first work after about three years since their second studio album BORN PINK, which was released in 2022.

The comeback was enthusiastically welcomed by global fans. However, the group's promotional activities after the album's release, both in and outside South Korea, were relatively minimal and sparked disappointment among BLINKs.

Currently, all members are focusing more on individual activities. The contracts for the members' individual activities with YG Entertainment have not been extended, while the contract for group activities remains intact.

Jisoo, Jennie, and Lisa are now managing their respective activities through agencies they established themselves. Meanwhile, Rose continues her career with The Black Label after previously being without an agency.

After completing the DEADLINE tour and the release of the latest mini album, all four are back focusing on solo projects. Amid this situation, many fans hope for surprises on August 8, 2026, whether in the form of special content, a joint live broadcast, or announcements regarding the group's next activities.

(kpl/pit)