BLACKPINK Wraps Up Historic Deadline World Tour, Leaving Industry in Limbo
With the curtains closed on their 7-month, 81-show global tour, BLACKPINK has cemented its status as the highest-grossing touring act among female K-pop groups, raking in millions of dollars and solidifying its position as one of the most successful girl groups of all time. But behind the scenes, a looming question hangs over the group: what's next?
The quartet recently renewed their group contract with YG Entertainment, but declined to extend their individual contracts, opting instead to establish their own independent companies. This development has left industry observers wondering about the group's future and whether BLACKPINK will scale back or end its group activities altogether.
While each member has enjoyed significant solo success in recent years – from Rosé's collaboration with Bruno Mars to Lisa's acting debut in The White Lotus – the question remains whether these individual pursuits can coexist with group work without affecting the group's cohesion. Critics have noted that the Deadline World Tour felt more like a series of solo performances than a unified group show, with some even suggesting that the group's chemistry has begun to fray.
As the group's 10th anniversary approaches in August 2026, fans and industry insiders are eagerly waiting for signs about BLACKPINK's future. Will the group continue to tour and perform together, or will they each pursue solo ventures? The answer could have significant implications for both YG Entertainment and individual members, who stand to lose a major revenue stream if they were to disband.
The stakes are high, with YG Entertainment's stock still reeling from news that the members wouldn't renew their individual contracts in January 2024. The group's absence from active group work would not only impact the company's revenue streams but also leave a void in the K-pop industry, which has grown accustomed to BLACKPINK's cultural relevance and influence.
As the industry waits with bated breath for answers about BLACKPINK's future, fans are left to ponder whether the images of the four women on stage at the peak of their commercial power represent an ending or simply an intermission. One thing is certain: the outcome will have far-reaching implications for K-pop and its global audience.
With the curtains closed on their 7-month, 81-show global tour, BLACKPINK has cemented its status as the highest-grossing touring act among female K-pop groups, raking in millions of dollars and solidifying its position as one of the most successful girl groups of all time. But behind the scenes, a looming question hangs over the group: what's next?
The quartet recently renewed their group contract with YG Entertainment, but declined to extend their individual contracts, opting instead to establish their own independent companies. This development has left industry observers wondering about the group's future and whether BLACKPINK will scale back or end its group activities altogether.
While each member has enjoyed significant solo success in recent years – from Rosé's collaboration with Bruno Mars to Lisa's acting debut in The White Lotus – the question remains whether these individual pursuits can coexist with group work without affecting the group's cohesion. Critics have noted that the Deadline World Tour felt more like a series of solo performances than a unified group show, with some even suggesting that the group's chemistry has begun to fray.
As the group's 10th anniversary approaches in August 2026, fans and industry insiders are eagerly waiting for signs about BLACKPINK's future. Will the group continue to tour and perform together, or will they each pursue solo ventures? The answer could have significant implications for both YG Entertainment and individual members, who stand to lose a major revenue stream if they were to disband.
The stakes are high, with YG Entertainment's stock still reeling from news that the members wouldn't renew their individual contracts in January 2024. The group's absence from active group work would not only impact the company's revenue streams but also leave a void in the K-pop industry, which has grown accustomed to BLACKPINK's cultural relevance and influence.
As the industry waits with bated breath for answers about BLACKPINK's future, fans are left to ponder whether the images of the four women on stage at the peak of their commercial power represent an ending or simply an intermission. One thing is certain: the outcome will have far-reaching implications for K-pop and its global audience.
. but seriously, i think the deadline tour felt a bit wonky - like each member was trying to steal the spotlight 
. now that they're all doing their own thing, will it still be the same BLACKPINK magic? i kinda hope they stick together for at least a little while longer... 10th anniversary is gonna be super interesting to watch, tbh 
. anywayz, i'm low-key hoping they just take a break and come back stronger in 2026 when their 10th anniversary rolls around 
Anyway, back to BLACKPINK... I wonder if they'll ever make a comeback as a group again. It feels like they've been doing solo projects for ages now... 
. I mean, they've been on a roll for years and it's crazy to think that all of this might just fizzle out 
. The Deadline World Tour was fire 
, but I get why they wanna try solo stuff – Rosé's collab with Bruno Mars? 
. They've built this incredible reputation and fanbase over years of hard work and dedication 
.
. They're the ones who invested all that time and money into creating this incredible group 
. I just hope we get some clarity on what's next for BLACKPINK soon 
. Can they balance solo pursuits with group work? Will they take a hiatus or come back stronger? 
i mean, on one hand, they've accomplished so much already and it's crazy to think about what they'll do next... maybe we'll get to see each member's solo projects come together in amazing ways? 
but at the same time, there's this huge uncertainty about whether they'll even be a group anymore 
i feel like fans are all just holding our breaths waiting for some kind of confirmation from yg entertainment... or maybe we'll get to see what each member decides to do individually? either way, it's gonna be super interesting to watch! 