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On January 2, 2025, South Korean media outlet Asian Economy reported that BLACKPINK is set to make its highly anticipated comeback in May 2025. The outlet also reported that the comeback would accompany a world tour spanning Asia, North America, and Europe.
This announcement has sparked excitement and speculation among fans. Fans have taken to social media to express excitement and curiosity over the report. One fan's comment encapsulates the speculation, asking,
"Have they even been in the studio together yet?"
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Here's how more fans reacted to the reports.
"Do the Blackpink girls know they'll make a comeback in May?" asked another fan.
"Rosé is still promoting her album. Lisa & Jennie still have to release theirs & Coachella. Jisoo's Newtopia doesn't premiere until February. I'll believe it when I see it😏," said this netizen.
"Don’t take this information of specific months like May so seriously. First, media reported that it was going to be during the second half of 2025, and now we have this. Wait for the official announcement (YG)," wrote one X user.
"i don’t see that happening when only rose has dropped her album so far, it’s going to be a very packed few months if its true but they should be announcing things in advance if it’s so soon ??" read a comment on X.
Many fans celebrated the possibility of new music and a global tour of BLACKPINK.
"would love that but no. unless theres 2 full albums before May and tons of content, push it back." a fan said.
"they lowkey set themselves up like... with a 3 years hiatus everybody on earth is tuned in, they must release something super iconic to match the expectations," posted one fan.
"I wonder if they will perform their new solo as part of the BP world tour because if they do then this will be the biggest tour label wise cause internationally interscope/atlantic/rca/colombia will all be a part of it.. rare to see. Duration could be over 2 hours." speculated this fan.
BLACKPINK reportedly set for May 2025 comeback and global tour following two years of solo success
The report published on January 2, 2025, highlights that after two years of focusing on individual projects, BLACKPINK will reunite to release a new album. Despite the members’ individual successes, fans eagerly await the synergy of BLACKPINK as a group, anticipating their return to the global stage.
Meanwhile, BLACKPINK member Jennie made headlines with her extensive solo career over the past two years. In 2023, she launched her record label Odd Atelier and later signed as a solo artist with Columbia Records. Her collaborations with artists like Matt Champion and Zico yielded chart-topping hits, including Spot!, which became her second number-one single on the Circle Digital Chart.
Her single Mantra broke records on the Billboard Global 200 and UK Singles Chart. Jennie’s success extended to awards, as she became the most-awarded soloist at the 2024 MAMA Awards, winning titles such as Best Dance Performance Female Solo and Best Collaboration.
BLACKPINK's Lisa's solo journey was remarkable as well. In 2024, she headlined high-profile events like the Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes and became the first K-pop soloist to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards. She launched her management company, Lloud, and signed with RCA Records to release music with full creative ownership.
Her singles Rockstar and New Woman topped global charts, while her debut studio album Alter Ego, set for release in February 2025, has already created significant buzz. Lisa is also set to make her acting debut with HBO’s The White Lotus season 3.
Rosé's solo career soared with the release of her debut album, Rosie, in December 2024. The album's lead single, Apt., became a global phenomenon, topping the Billboard Global 200 and multiple international charts.
The BLACKPINK member collaborated with Bruno Mars on the hit Apt., which made history as the first song by a female K-pop soloist to reach number two on the UK Singles Chart. With a publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music and her album debuting in the top three on the Billboard 200, Rosé gained significant recognition in the global music industry.
Another BLACKPINK member, Jisoo, also founded her label, Blissoo, in February 2024. She ventured into acting, and her upcoming projects include Coupang Play's Newtopia and the film adaptation of Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint.
As a solo artist, her single album Me, featuring the hit Flower, broke records as the best-selling album by a K-pop female soloist, surpassing a million sales. Jisoo’s achievements extended to philanthropy, as she was recognized as an Honorary Member of the Order of the British Empire alongside her bandmates.
Despite their solo accomplishments, BLACKPINK fans have eagerly awaited their return as a group. YG Entertainment confirmed in late 2023 that the members had renewed contracts for group activities, though they chose to manage their solo careers independently. Fans worldwide are buzzing with anticipation, hoping to witness the group’s unparalleled synergy once again.
