Based on the earnings of 1900 billion won, BLACKPINK, standing alone, also at ‘World Star’ level?

BLACKPINK, which has entered its second act of activity, announced a new beginning by establishing individual labels and teasing new albums and broadcast activities.

Celebrating their 8th debut anniversary this year, BLACKPINK has started their full-fledged solo activities. Last December, they renewed their group contract with their agency, YG Entertainment. However, they announced individual solo activities while agreeing not to proceed with additional contracts for solo endeavors.

Subsequently, Jennie established her own label, ‘Ohddultly’, with her mother. Jennie announced active domestic activities, saying, “I ask for a lot of love for my new challenge and BLACKPINK as well.”

In fact, Jennie garnered attention by appearing as the first guest on the KBS2 show ‘The Seasons – Lee Hyori’s Red Carpet’ on the 5th of last month and also revealed plans for a regular album release in 2024. She will also accelerate her broadcast activities with the upcoming tvN variety show ‘Apartment 404’, which will premiere on the 23rd next month. ‘Apartment 404’ is a program where Jennie reunites with director Jung Cheol-min, who worked on the SBS mystery variety show ‘Michuri 8-1000’, along with Yoo Jae-suk.

Jisoo is starting her solo activities under her label ‘Blssoo’, created by her older brother, in the field of infant health functional food brand ‘Biomom’. Jisoo plans to focus on acting activities for the time being.

Jisoo is scheduled to return with the movie ‘Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint’. ‘Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint’ depicts the journey of Kim Dok-ja (played by Ahn Hyo-seop), who knows the ending in the reality that has collapsed like a novel serialized for 10 years, and the protagonist Yoo Jung-hyuk (played by Lee Min-ho) to save the world. The filming started last December.

Her screen debut after JTBC’s ‘Snowdrop’ two years ago, Jisoo’s next work is drawing attention. She also continues her acting career by confirming her appearance in the drama ‘Influenza’.

Lisa, the Thai member, has established her own one-person agency ‘LLOUD’. Lisa, who boasts considerable global influence with rumors of romance with Frederick Arnault, the third generation of the LVMH group, has drawn the most attention among BLACKPINK members for individual activities. Lisa is expected to focus on overseas activities for the time being.

Lisa appeared in the cabaret show ‘Crazy Horse’ held in Paris, France, at the end of last year and also attended the finale stage at the ‘Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes’ held at the Paris Accor Arena last month.

Recently, her appearance in the HBO hit series ‘White Lotus’ Season 3, shot in Thailand, has been confirmed. There have also been rumors that she will join Season 2 of the American AMC drama ‘The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon’, indicating that she will focus on overseas activities including her homeland, Thailand, for the time being.

Rosé, the only member whose future plans haven’t been revealed, briefly released a self-composed song on her birthday on the 11th. Recently, after revealing photos of herself in the studio recording room, she hinted at solo activities, with overseas renowned music producers following her account.

After releasing her self-composed song, Rosé hinted at new activities, asking her fans, “It’s your turn to give me a gift in return. Please come up with a fandom name.”

The public’s attention is focused on the moves of BLACKPINK, who have embarked on individual activities. Since their debut in 2016, BLACKPINK, who has been active globally, has become a leading K-pop girl group.

In particular, they confidently secured their name as the K-pop group that generated the most revenue through last year’s world tour. According to Billboard, the revenue generated from last year’s world tour amounted to approximately 190 billion won, ranking them 10th in the world tour revenue.

Now, BLACKPINK is preparing for their second act from their respective positions. However, while there are active individual activities, plans for ‘team’ BLACKPINK activities have not been disclosed, leaving fans somewhat disappointed.

A music industry official commented, “Although BLACKPINK is an 8-year-old group, they have mainly focused on album activities and overseas activities through world tours, so they haven’t had many opportunities to meet domestic fans.” They added, “This year, they are expected to become more familiar to the public through various solo activities.”