BTS, TWICE and BLACKPINK return: K-pop’s biggest names set for major comeback
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Some of K-pop’s most iconic acts are gearing up for long-awaited comebacks, drawing intense global attention from fans across the world.
First up is BTS, whose members are nearing the end of their mandatory military service. RM and V will be discharged on Tuesday, followed by Jimin and Jungkook on Wednesday. Suga, who has been serving as a public service worker, will complete his alternative service on June 21. This marks the official end of the group’s military hiatus.
The oldest member, Jin, completed his service in December 2022, and J-Hope followed suit last year. With all members set to reunite this month, industry watchers anticipate a full group comeback either by the end of this year or early next year.
Both Jin and J-Hope have been actively pursuing solo projects — from albums and tours to variety show appearances — maintaining their popularity and presence. Now, with BTS preparing to return as a full group, attention is building around what’s next for the global superstars.
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TWICE, now performing at stadium-scale venues, is also set to return on July 11. While the group released a mini album in December 2024, their upcoming release will be their first full-length album in about three years and eight months.
Their fourth studio album, “This Is For,” comes on the heels of their fifth world tour, “Ready to Be,” which saw them perform 51 shows in 27 cities, drawing a total of 1.5 million fans. After performing as a special guest at Coldplay’s Seoul concerts in April, TWICE is also slated to headline the Lollapalooza Chicago music festival in early August. With their 10th debut anniversary on the horizon, TWICE’s upcoming activities are expected to be a major milestone.
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Meanwhile, BLACKPINK — who signed a new group-exclusive contract with YG Entertainment after their individual contracts ended in 2023 — is set to make their long-awaited group comeback.
YG Entertainment previously announced that it had formed a dedicated internal team to manage BLACKPINK’s group activities. Nearly two years and eight months after releasing their last album, “Born Pink,” the group will return with new music and performances.
BLACKPINK will kick off their “Deadline” world tour with two shows on July 5 and 6 at Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium. This will be the group’s first full-unit concert in about one year and 10 months. Tickets are sold out.
With each member having expanded her individual presence through solo activities, expectations are high for the tour, which spans 18 shows across 10 cities. BLACKPINK’s large-scale production further cements their position as global artists.
This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.