Each member of Blackpink has been pursuing solo projects. Lisa had a cabaret residency in Paris, Jennie appeared in The Weeknd and Lily Rose-Depp’s HBO series and released a “special single,” Jisoo won an acting award and is starring in an upcoming movie, and Rosé reportedly renewed her contract and is releasing new solo merch.
Blackpink is widely considered the biggest K-pop girl group in the world and achieved several milestones in their career, such as headlining Coachella, topping the Billboard 200 chart with their album “Born Pink,” and having the highest-grossing world tour by an Asian act.
While the group’s activities seem to be on hold during contract negotiations, several rising K-pop girl groups have gained prominence in recent years, including NewJeans, ITZY, LE SSERAFIM, STAYC, aespa, Dreamcatcher, NMIXX, and XG.
K-pop expert Tamar Herman emphasizes that the K-pop industry is thriving with many successful girl groups, and while Blackpink is undoubtedly significant, its absence from the scene hasn’t led to a decline in the genre. There are numerous girl groups making their mark in the K-pop space, showcasing the diversity and strength of the industry.
The future of Blackpink remains uncertain, but K-pop continues to evolve and thrive with the emergence of talented girl groups, ensuring a vibrant and dynamic landscape in the genre.