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BLACKPINK Announces Exciting Mini Album "DEADLINE" for 2026

1/14/2026

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Summary

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BLACKPINK (K-pop group) confirms mini album "DEADLINE" for release on February 27, 2026.
The album is their first collective project since "Born Pink" and includes the single "Jump," which debuted No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200.
The era is described as a creative reset, with ROSÉ expressing excitement about the new direction.
Fans await details such as tracklist and a new single ahead of the album's release.

History

Historical Context

The K-pop phenomenon gained momentum in the early 2010s, notably with Psy's "Gangnam Style" becoming the first YouTube video to reach 1 billion views in December 2012. This success catalyzed the global expansion of South Korean entertainment companies like YG and SM Entertainment, leading to the rise of groups such as BLACKPINK and BTS, who have since dominated international music charts and cultural exchanges.

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Story summary

BLACKPINK (K-pop group) confirms mini album "DEADLINE" for release on February 27, 2026.
The album is their first collective project since "Born Pink" and includes the single "Jump," which debuted No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200.
The era is described as a creative reset, with ROSÉ expressing excitement about the new direction.
Fans await details such as tracklist and a new single ahead of the album's release.

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