YG Entertainment has officially responded to widespread rumors that BLACKPINK will return with new music in December 2025.
On October 14, an agency spokesperson simply told AllKPop, “Nothing is confirmed” regarding the group’s return plans for later this year.
The rumors about the return originated on October 16, when multiple media outlets quoted anonymous industry insiders as saying that the release of BLACKPINK’s full album had been pushed back to mid-December after initial plans for October or November. According to these reports, the group worked on the album during the tour and the final preparations were rescheduled to accommodate the members’ busy schedules.
Later the same day, YG Entertainment provided further clarity on the matter. A representative from the agency revealed that the project is “in the final stages of album production to ensure its quality”, adding: “We will share good news through official promotions soon.” This more detailed response suggests that, although the release date has not been announced, work on the album is nearing completion
BLACKPINK’s newest group publication was the digital single “Jump”, which debuted in July and marked the entire group’s first release since their second studio album, Born Pinkin September 2022. “Jump” achieved significant success, breaking streaming records for a K-pop girl group and building anticipation for a full-length sequel.
The quartet is currently touring on their BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR “DEADLINE,” which began in North America and Europe before continuing to Asia. They are scheduled to resume performances in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, on October 18 and 19, followed by dates in Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Singapore. Fans have speculated that new music could debut during these performances, but YG has not confirmed such plans
YG’s measured communications reflect the agency’s heritage promotional strategy for BLACKPINK, providing controlled updates and emphasizing high production standards over rushed announcements. As a group that has a global fan base and regularly tops international charts, BLACKPINK’s next release is expected to be a major event in the music industry.
For now, Blink fans have to wait for YG Entertainment’s official announcement of the program. With the album’s production in its final stages and promotional plans on hold, a December return remains possible but is officially “unconfirmed” until the agency releases a formal statement.
