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In Korea, BLACKPINK's 10th-anniversary fan meeting has generated significant buzz, primarily due to controversy surrounding its execution. While fans anticipated a grand celebration for the group's decade-long journey, the actual event's small scale and the inconvenience it caused to the public became a central point of discussion.
The fan meeting, held on August 8, 2026, at the National Museum of Korea, was limited to only 40 pre-selected fans. This exclusive event led to a temporary one-hour restriction on general visitors' access to a special exhibition hall, prompting an apology from the museum. Furthermore, the announcement for the fan meeting was made just two days prior, making it difficult for many domestic and international fans to attend. This period also saw members Jennie, Lisa, and Jisoo release solo tracks, with Jennie's 'Fallen Angel' on August 28, Lisa's 'SaWaDiKa' on September 3 and upcoming 'PRESS PLAY' in October, and Jisoo's 'CLICK' on September 4.
Local bloggers expressed that the limited attendance and late notice left many fans feeling excluded from the significant 10th-anniversary celebration. They noted that despite the full group's rare appearance together, the event's format failed to meet the expectations of a global fanbase. The controversy ultimately led to apologies from the BLACKPINK members themselves, acknowledging the fans' disappointment.
