BLACKPINK’s upcoming world tour and new single plans have sparked intense reactions from fans, with criticism directed at both YG Entertainment and the group members. The controversy centers on the lack of clear communication about their comeback and high ticket prices for the tour.
YG Entertainment confirmed BLACKPINK will perform a new song for the first time at their Goyang concerts on July 5-6, 2025. However, fans expressed frustration over the late announcement and minimal promotion. Many expected a full album or earlier single release before the tour.
“BOYCOTT YG ENTERTAINMENT” trended online as fans accused the company of poor planning. Some also questioned the members’ involvement in these decisions, suggesting they could have pushed for better timing.
i hope BLACKPINK takes ownership of their group name and establishes their own label, just like they did as solo artists, or find a label. YG no longer suits them and i wish they'd see this and move forward. the girls lurk on here, and i hope they know how disappointed we feel.
Disclaimer: This isn’t an attack on the girls. We can love them and still acknowledge that there are things they could’ve handled better. Holding them accountable isn’t hate, it’s just honesty from someone who cares.
Spam girls Instagrams too, so they can realize how they ruined BP's legacy renewing their contract with YG, they should've let the group die 2 years ago and it would've been better.
And all their solo release+ promotions should've been done in 2024 not in 2025 , they renewed the contract and purposely delayed the time for the Group . If anyone is to blame it's the members
The tour itself has faced multiple issues. Ticket prices for the Goyang concerts set a record for the most expensive in K-pop history, with VIP seats costing 275,000 KRW ($187). Many fans called the pricing unfair, especially without a confirmed album release.
I am glad blinks are finally waking up. This is what ygent and blackpink deserves for giving us the barest of bare minimum 😭 pic.twitter.com/sZ61BoDxxv
“YG is really milking them. Damn.” “If they won’t make the stage bigger and with better production, I’ll be upset. High prices should mean high quality.”
Earlier reports suggested BLACKPINK filmed a music video in June, but YG only vaguely confirmed a “new song” without details. Fans criticized the company’s response as unclear.
blinks are reselling their tickets, knowing that BLACKPINK’s tour will begin with just one new song and no confirmed release date for their new album or comeback. many tickets for their sold out show are being resold. pic.twitter.com/90E2zQQFaQ
“YG saw those hashtags and decided to release the most vague and empty statement ever.” “They denied an early July release so fast. Now we know Korea’s concerts won’t get new songs properly promoted.”
Some fans are reselling tickets, though it’s unclear if this is directly linked to the backlash. Others defended the group, saying international fans often pay even higher prices.
“This is half of what international fans pay!” “YG is using BLACKPINK to recover financial losses from their hiatus.”
Apart from pricing, a fake ticket scam added to the chaos. A man was arrested for selling 500 counterfeit tickets worth 80 million KRW. Police warned fans to buy only through official channels.
Merchandise for the tour also received negative feedback. A Japan pop-up store preview showed items fans called low-effort, further fueling disappointment.
Despite the controversies, BLACKPINK’s tour is expected to sell out. The group will perform in major cities like Los Angeles, Paris, and Tokyo through January 2026.
We use cookies to enhance your experience. By consenting, you allow us to process data like Browse behavior and unique IDs. Declining may affect some site features.
Functional
Always active
The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.
Preferences
The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user.
Statistics
The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
Marketing
The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
