BLACKPINK's 10th Anniversary Marked by Fan Meeting Controversy and Solo Releases

BLACKPINK's 10th anniversary, celebrated on August 8, 2026, has generated significant discussion in Korea, largely due to a controversial fan meeting and the unexpected simultaneous solo releases from members Lisa and Jisoo. The milestone was met with mixed reactions, as fans anticipated a grand celebration but encountered issues with the anniversary events, leading to widespread debate among the community.

The group's 10th-anniversary 'Meet & Greet' event was held at the National Museum of Korea on August 8, 2026, with all four members present. However, the event drew criticism for its limited attendance of only 40 pre-selected paid members, and the extremely short two-day notice given to fans on August 6, 2026. This led to complaints about the lack of preparation and communication, with the National Museum of Korea eventually issuing an apology for operational shortcomings. Separately, on September 4, 2026, Lisa released her new song 'SaWaDiKa,' a Thai-themed track, while Jisoo also released a new song on the same day, marking a notable simultaneous comeback for the two members.

Korean bloggers expressed disappointment regarding the anniversary events, highlighting that many fans felt alienated by the small scale and late announcement of the fan meeting, especially for a global group. They noted that the members themselves offered apologies to fans amidst the controversy. The simultaneous solo releases by Lisa and Jisoo, occurring shortly after the anniversary, were perceived by some as a