Blackpink He is back and this time, it’s bigger than ever. With BTS complete their military service e Blackpink By launching their return to a complete group, 2025 promises to be a reference year for the biggest K-Pop acts.
According to professionals in the sector, Blackpink will kick off their new World tour “deadline” On 5-6 July at the Goyang Stadium, marking their official group return after almost three years. This return comes with new music, renewed symbolism and the momentum of unprecedented solo success of each member.
From the solo queens to the group’s titans
Since it is separating with YG Entertainment in 2023 for individual management, Jisoo, Jennie, RoseAND Lisa They have risen to new heights through music, the film and fashion.
With each member who conquers their individual lanes, Blackpink’s The reunion becomes even more symbolic evidence that their collective power of stars has not decreased, but has evolved alone.
A new chapter begins
Goyang’s next performance not only marks the beginning of their world tour of 31 dates in 16 cities, including La, New York, Paris, London, Tokyo, Singapore and Hong Kong, but also announce the release of Blackpink’s First new single in 2 years and 10 months from 2022 Born Pink.
According to the critic of pop culture Jung min-jae, “Each of them showed their distinct musical identities, but as a group, they will probably return to a more unified sound for a wider impact.” However, the mystery surrounding their new single has only intensified the anticipation.
Critic Lim Hee-Yoon adds, “Jennie and Rosé have redefined the confines of the solo K-Pop. This return could push Blackpink into the Grammy area and beyond.”
Market impact and sector restart
Blackpink’s The return should rekindle not only the enthusiasm of the fans, but also the music market. Their latest world tour attracted 1.8 million participants in 66 shows, generating an incredible ₩ 19 billion dollars (about $ 14 million) in income of goods alone. This tour could double those figures, as each show should accommodate 60,000 fans, more than double the average of the previous tour.
According to the data in the sector, the revenues of K-Pop concerts are shouting. Hybe’s Q1 2025 The revenues of the performance increased by 252% on an annual basis, while That I saw a 292%increase. Blackpink’s The tour will be expected to become a new point of reference for K-Pop live.
However, popularity has its negative sides. The reports of Singapore and Hong Kong noticed scams on the increase in tickets, with losses that have reached almost 950 million. The resale market has increased due to the overwhelming demand.
To celebrate the launch of Goyang, YG Entertainment He is transforming Seoul Pink, transforming reference points such as Banpo Bridge, Namsan Tower and Sebitseom Island into areas of engaging fans under the slogan “Blackpink in your area”.
The acquisition begins
Like the EXPIRATION The tour takes place, Blackpink It is destined to provide not only a return but a cultural restoration. With a new single and huge locations and fans all over the world waiting, the group is ready to transcend the K-Pop borders and dominate once again the global pop scene.
Their message is clear: Blackpink It is not only back that they are redefining what can be a k-pop return.
