BLACKPINK is once again taking center stage with major news about their upcoming group project. After YG Entertainment initially announced the group's world tour, fans were left wondering whether the four members—Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa—would focus on solo material or reunite for a new album.
In an exciting update, it has been learnt that BLACKPINK is in the final stages of preparing a brand-new album, set for release in June 2025. This will marks their first group project in almost three years, much to the delight of BLINKs worldwide.
However, this announcement has sparked mixed reactions, especially from the BTS fandom. The timing of BLACKPINK’s comeback coincides with BTS' long-anticipated reunion in June 2025, as all seven members will be free from their mandatory military service.
The girl group is gearing up for a major comeback with a new album, set to release in June 2025, just ahead of their World Tour. Sources close to the group revealed that the members have shifted focus back to group activities after their solo projects.
This includes recording new tracks, shooting music videos, and preparing for promotional campaigns. While YG Entertainment hasn't confirmed specifics about the album's theme, title, or track list, the timing coincides with their upcoming 2025 tour, fueling excitement and speculation among fans.
While BLINKs are eagerly awaiting the new music, many ARMYs feel frustrated that BLACKPINK's comeback has been strategically scheduled during the same month as BTS' return. Fans on social media, especially on X (formerly known as Twitter) have voiced their displeasure.
Many fans speculate that YG Entertainment might be intentionally timing BLACKPINK's comeback to coincide with BTS' highly anticipated reunion, possibly to capitalize on the BTS wave and boost the girl group's visibility. Some also believe this aligns with a recurring trend of BLACKPINK's comebacks around BTS' announcements or releases.
One wrote, "The timing of their comeback? After a 2-year hiatus, just like male idols' enlistment duration, and scheduled to return in the same month as BTS. YG, make it less obvious."
Another wrote, "It's kind of insane how they had 3 years to come back, but now they’re rushing their entire tour and album to coincide with BTS' return in June. It’s like their whole schedule revolves around BTS—this is crazy."
One added, "June, of all months? The same month BTS is coming back on their anniversary too. Oh, YG, you're so predictable."
Another stated, "Why would they have a comeback when BTS is returning in June? They literally had 2 years to do a comeback in between."
One said, "YG Entertainment is so obsessed with BTS that it’s literally this."
BLACKPINK's highly anticipated 2025 World Tour is set to begin in Goyang, South Korea, this July. Post this, they will travel across Asia, North America, and Europe. The tour will span several months, culminating in four back-to-back shows in Tokyo, giving fans worldwide the chance to see the group perform live.
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