The question on every BLINK’s mind has finally been answered, and the news is better than anyone could have predicted. As of today, December 12, 2025, BLACKPINK is absolutely still together as a group and is set for a monumental year of activity. The quartet has successfully navigated the treacherous waters of contract renewal, securing their future as a unit while simultaneously launching unprecedented, independent solo careers that will redefine the K-pop landscape.
This dual-track strategy—group activities under YG Entertainment and individual careers managed by their own labels—sets the stage for a 2025 filled with both collective masterpieces and highly anticipated solo projects. Far from disbanding, Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa are entering a new, powerful era of creative control and global domination, making the group stronger than ever.
The New Era: BLACKPINK's 2025 Group & Solo Profiles
The biggest news surrounding BLACKPINK's future is the strategic separation of their group and solo management. While all four members renewed their contract with YG Entertainment for group activities, they opted *not* to renew their individual contracts with the agency. This move allows each member to pursue their personal endeavors with complete creative autonomy.
Jennie (Jennie Kim)
- Group Role: Main Rapper, Lead Vocalist
- Solo Management: ODDATELIER (OA)
- 2025 Focus: Jennie is set to kick off the year with a bang, celebrating her birthday in January and releasing her debut solo album, Ruby, in March 2025. Her independent label, ODDATELIER, is managing all her solo music and fashion ventures.
Jisoo (Kim Jisoo)
- Group Role: Lead Vocalist, Visual
- Solo Management: BLISSOO
- 2025 Focus: Having launched her own label, BLISSOO, Jisoo is expected to focus heavily on her acting career and solo music projects. Her independent move suggests a greater push into the world of K-dramas and film, cementing her status as a global actress and musician.
Rosé (Park Chaeyoung)
- Group Role: Main Vocalist, Lead Dancer
- Solo Management: THE BLACK LABEL / Independent (Details Evolving)
- 2025 Focus: Rosé is concentrating on new solo music, promising a sound that reflects her true artistic vision. Fans are eagerly awaiting her next move, which is expected to showcase her exceptional vocal talent and songwriting prowess on an international scale.
Lisa (Lalisa Manobal)
- Group Role: Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Sub Vocalist
- Solo Management: LLOUD
- 2025 Focus: Lisa is arguably the busiest, having launched her own artist management company, LLOUD. Her 2025 schedule includes the release of her 15-track album, Alter Ego, in February, complete with four music videos, following her earlier successful releases.
Truth #1: The World Tour Is Confirmed for 2025
The most concrete evidence that BLACKPINK remains a cohesive unit is the official announcement of their 2025 World Tour. This news, confirmed by YG Entertainment, has sent the fandom, BLINKS, into a frenzy of excitement. The tour is not merely a rumor but a confirmed commitment from all four members to perform together on the global stage. This massive undertaking requires significant planning, coordination, and dedication, proving their group bond is intact.
The tour is expected to kick off in July 2025, following the release of a new group project. This schedule means that while the members will be busy with their solo efforts in the first half of the year, the second half will be entirely dedicated to their collective return, ensuring K-pop fans worldwide get the group content they crave.
Truth #2: A New BLACKPINK Album is Imminent
Alongside the World Tour, the group is also preparing for a new album. The group comeback and album release are intrinsically linked to the tour, serving as the foundation for their performances. While exact details on the album's title, tracklist, and concept remain under wraps, its existence confirms that the group's creative partnership with YG Entertainment is still active.
The dynamic of this new album will be particularly interesting. With the members having spent 2024 and early 2025 charting their own creative paths, their reunion for a group project is expected to bring a fresh, more mature, and creatively diverse sound to the group's discography. Fans anticipate that the members' independent experiences will enrich the group's music, leading to a sound that is both classic BLACKPINK and groundbreakingly new.
Truth #3: The Independent Solo Careers Are The Real Game Changer
The biggest shift in the BLACKPINK ecosystem for 2025 is the members’ full-scale pursuit of independent solo careers. By not renewing their individual management contracts with YG, Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa have gained a level of creative freedom rarely seen in the K-pop industry.
This move is not a sign of discord; rather, it is a sophisticated business strategy. It allows the members to diversify their personal brands across music, fashion, acting, and entrepreneurship, while simultaneously preserving the lucrative and globally significant BLACKPINK brand for group activities. The launch of labels like ODDATELIER, LLOUD, and BLISSOO signifies a powerful transition from managed idols to global artist entrepreneurs.
The sheer volume of solo content slated for early 2025—including Jennie's Ruby and Lisa's Alter Ego—demonstrates that the members were likely being "held back" in terms of solo output under the previous structure. Their independent ventures are now allowing them to explore genres and concepts that might not fit the BLACKPINK group identity, ultimately satisfying the diverse preferences of their global fanbase.
Truth #4: The Future Schedule is a Juggling Act
The 2025 calendar will be a masterclass in scheduling. The members will be constantly shifting between their roles:
- January – June 2025: Intense focus on solo promotions, including album releases, music video launches, fashion campaigns, and acting commitments.
- Mid-2025 Onward: Transitioning into group mode for the new album release and the highly anticipated World Tour.
This demanding schedule underscores their commitment to both their personal artistic growth and the legacy of BLACKPINK. It proves that the group's longevity is secured not by one single contract, but by the members' mutual respect and understanding that the group brand is a powerful entity worth preserving and nurturing.
Truth #5: The BLINK Fandom is More Unified Than Ever
The initial uncertainty surrounding the contract negotiations caused significant anxiety among fans. However, the definitive announcement of the group contract extension and the subsequent solo label launches have created a wave of relief and renewed support.
The narrative has shifted from "Will they disband?" to "They are stronger and more independent than ever." BLINKS now have twice the content to look forward to: the high-production value group comebacks under YG, and the creatively unfiltered, personal projects from the members' own companies. This new structure ensures that BLACKPINK's influence on the music industry and global culture will continue to grow exponentially well beyond 2025.
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